4 Toys R Us stores in Connecticut among 180 set to close
Posted: Updated:Toys R Us is planning to close 180 stores across the country, included four in Connecticut.
The toy company operates about 900 stores in the United States, and has been operating under bankruptcy protection since last fall.
The stores expected to close in Connecticut are in North Haven, Waterbury, Newington and Manchester. The store closings will begin in February, according to the Associated Press.
The plan also includes combining some of its other Toys R US and Babies R Us locations.
AP wires contributed to this report.
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Greenwich man charged with possessing child porn
Greenwich man charged with possessing child porn
John Zimmel, 20, allegedly had more than 130 videos of child pornography, more than 60 images and multiple incriminating online chats at his home on Wildwood Drive.
Police have arrested a Greenwich man on child pornography charges.
Police have arrested a Greenwich man on child pornography charges.
Forecast: Sunny skies, low humidity Thursday
Forecast: Sunny skies, low humidity Thursday
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Here's the latest News 12 Connecticut weather update.
Here's the latest News 12 Connecticut weather update.
Bridgeport firefighter wows judges on TV show 'Chopped'
Bridgeport firefighter wows judges on TV show 'Chopped'
Dan Brelsford used his cooking skills to win an episode of the TV show 'Chopped."
Dan Brelsford used his cooking skills to win an episode of the TV show 'Chopped."
Dan Brelsford used his cooking skills to win an episode of the TV show 'Chopped."
Gov. Malloy takes the wheel for road toll study
Gov. Malloy takes the wheel for road toll study
Gov. Dannel Malloy's ordering of a $10 million study on electronic tolls in Connecticut revved up mixed reactions Wednesday.
Gov. Dannel Malloy's ordering of a $10 million study on electronic tolls in Connecticut revved up mixed reactions Wednesday.
Gov. Dannel Malloy's ordering of a $10 million study on electronic tolls in Connecticut revved up mixed reactions Wednesday.
Residents blame Westport boater for rush hour traffic over moveable bridge
Residents blame Westport boater for rush hour traffic over moveable bridge
Westport residents have taken to a popular town blog to criticize the frequent opening of the William Cribari Bridge -- backing up traffic unnecessarily, according to some.
Westport residents have taken to a popular town blog to criticize the frequent opening of the William Cribari Bridge -- backing up traffic unnecessarily, according to some.
Westport residents have taken to a popular town blog to criticize the frequent opening of the William Cribari Bridge -- backing up traffic unnecessarily, according to some.
Bridgeport police sign agreement to bring ShotSpotter to city housing
Bridgeport police sign agreement to bring ShotSpotter to city housing
Bridgeport police announced Wednesday that they've reached an agreement to bring an automatic gunfire detection system called ShotSpotter to all of the city's housing projects.
Bridgeport police announced Wednesday that they've reached an agreement to bring an automatic gunfire detection system called ShotSpotter to all of the city's housing projects.
Immigrant parents separated from children appear in court
Immigrant parents separated from children appear in court
Two parents who were reunited with their children after being separated at the U.S.-Mexico border appeared in Bridgeport federal court on Wednesday.
Two parents who were reunited with their children after being separated at the U.S.-Mexico border appeared in Bridgeport federal court on Wednesday.
Business Briefs: Amazon, Target, Netflix
Business Briefs: Amazon, Target, Netflix
Amazon Prime Day has broken records. Target held a 24-hour sale of its own. Netflix is getting a makeover.
Amazon Prime Day has broken records. Target held a 24-hour sale of its own. Netflix is getting a makeover.
Ford recalls 550K vehicles that can roll away unexpectedly
Ford recalls 550K vehicles that can roll away unexpectedly
Ford is recalling about 550,000 cars and SUVs in North America to fix a gearshift problem that could cause the vehicles to roll away unexpectedly.
Ford is recalling about 550,000 cars and SUVs in North America to fix a gearshift problem that could cause the vehicles to roll away unexpectedly.
Chef’s Quick Tip: Mussels Appetizer
Chef’s Quick Tip: Mussels Appetizer
Chef Angelo, from Sal e Pepe in Newtown, shows how to make one of his best-selling appetizers - Mussels Gorgonzola.
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Trump and Putin hold summit in Helsinki
Trump and Putin hold summit in Helsinki
(Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
Sights and scenes at President Donald Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir V. Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday, July 16, 2018. Images via Getty.
Sights and scenes at President Donald Trump's summit with Russian President Vladimir V. Putin in Helsinki, Finland, on Monday, July 16, 2018. Images via Getty.
2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup
2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup
Lorde will perform on Saturday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images
Lorde will perform on Saturday, April 7 at 7 p.m. Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images
The 2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.
The 2018 Mohegan Sun Arena performer lineup includes live music, entertainment, top headlining concerts and premier sporting events in Connecticut.
2018 Stamford Downtown Summer Concert Lineup
2018 Stamford Downtown Summer Concert Lineup
2018 Stamford Downtown Summer Concert Lineup
The 2018 Stamford downtown summer concert lineup includes live music from national and regional headliners at Columbus Park.
The 2018 Stamford downtown summer concert lineup includes live music from national and regional headliners at Columbus Park.
2018 Foxwoods Resort Casino performer lineup
2018 Foxwoods Resort Casino performer lineup
A look at the performers and acts coming in 2018 to Foxwoods in Mashantucket, Connecticut.
A look at the performers and acts coming in 2018 to Foxwoods in Mashantucket, Connecticut.
Guide: Connecticut Breweries
Guide: Connecticut Breweries
Connecticut Breweries
Connecticut Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit.
Guide: Casinos
Guide: Casinos
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick.
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick. Here is a guide to casinos in the area.
Do you like to gamble? Or maybe you're just looking to get away for a weekend or for a night? The tri-state area has a couple casinos that may do the trick. Here is a guide to casinos in the area.
Connecticut Birthday Smiles
Connecticut Birthday Smiles
Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
It's a celebration! Is your or a loved one's birthday coming up? Let us know! Send us your photos and you could end up on air and News12.com!
Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
Guide: Thrilling roller coasters in the tri-state area
THE JOKER is located at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ.
Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
Looking for some excitement this summer? Check out some of these thrilling and extreme roller coasters, all located in the tri-state area.
Guide: Connecticut Public Golf Courses
Guide: Connecticut Public Golf Courses
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! All across the state, Connecticut offers a wide variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
As the weather warms up, it's time to get your golf bag out and tee off once again! All across the state, Connecticut offers a wide variety of public courses to practice your game at. Check out the list below for the links in your area.
President Trump and first lady visit Great Britain
President Trump and first lady visit Great Britain
Photos of President Donald Trump's visit to the United Kingdom in July 2018. Images via Getty.
Photos of President Donald Trump's visit to the United Kingdom in July 2018. Images via Getty.
