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Week in Review: EPA Approval, Fatal Accident and Charter Revision

You get busy and we know that. Here's a look back at five of the top stories this week in Southington, published right here on Patch.

Things piled up, you were busy with work and family and you didn’t have an opportunity to check in with Patch during the week to see what was going on. No problem, we are here to help.

The following five stories grabbed headlines and sparked interest throughout the community, so be sure to take a look back and click on the links to read the full stories.

(Updated) EPA Provides Final Written Approval on Middle School Remediation Plan: Southington can now proceed to bid on the middle school renovation project after delays in the federal approval of a revised PCB remediation plan stalled the town’s efforts to go out to bid on April 1. So what does the approval mean? Check out the complete story for details.

Bristol Man Dies Following Injuries in South End Road Accident:
Michael Carlone has succumbed to injuries sustained when his vehicle crashed at the intersection of South End Road and Meriden Avenue last week. Click the link provided for more.

Public Split on Proposed Decommission of Fire, Police Boards – But Change Is Needed: A public hearing Wednesday evening gave members of the public a chance to weigh in on a proposed change that would place the Southington police and fire departments under the direction of the town manager. So what are they saying? Read the complete story for more.

Ethics Complaint: Charter Revision Commission Not a Fair Representation: The ethics complaint filed last week aims to address apparent concerns regarding a Charter Revision Commission that is not representative of the community, but officials said it is unlikely to move forward to a public hearing. Want to know more? Read the complete story.

Police: Woman Sexually Assaulted on North Shuttle Street: Southington police are investigating a sexual assault that allegedly took place late Thursday after a man ran his car into the back of a woman’s vehicle and proceeded to sexually assault her when she got out of her vehicle. Be careful - and read more to find out what to be on the lookout for.

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