Karen Tensa

Managing Editor, Connecticut

ktensa@dailyvoice.com

Karen has lived and worked in Connecticut for more than two decades. Her professional experience includes more than a decade of work as the news editor at The Advocate in Stamford and reporting and editing stints on the staff of The Hartford Courant, among others. She is dedicated to writing local news, enjoying winter sports and reading nonfiction books. 

Karen was formerly a managing editor at Daily Voice.

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10 People Taken To The Hospital After CTTransit Bus Crash In Greenwich 10 People Taken To The Hospital After CTTransit Bus Crash In Greenwich
10 People Taken To The Hospital After CTTransit Bus Crash In Greenwich Update: The crash scene has been cleared and all lanes of East Putnam Avenue have reopened, police said. original story: GREENWICH, Conn. — Ten people were taken to the hospital after a CTTransit bus accident Wednesday morning in Greenwich, according to the police.  The CTTransit Bus accident happened just before 11 a.m. at the busy intersection of Sound Beach Avenue and East Putnam Avenue, police said on Twitter.  Police said there were "minor injuries only" in the accident, although 10 people were taken to a local hospital. Police, fire and EMS crews were on the scene, and one…
Man Falls Off Roof, Becomes Impaled On Metal Stand For BBQ In Danbury Man Falls Off Roof, Becomes Impaled On Metal Stand For BBQ In Danbury
Man Falls Off Roof, Becomes Impaled On Metal Stand For BBQ In Danbury UPDATED: DANBURY, Conn. — A man who fell from the roof of a Danbury social club landed on a barbecue grill rotisserie stand and became impaled on a large piece of metal Tuesday morning, Danbury firefighters said.  The man was in serious condition and undergoing surgery at Danbury Hospital to remove the piece of metal, a firefighter saidl At about 9:30 a.m., Danbury firefighters and EMS units were dispatched to the Casa Do Benfica Soccer and Social Club at 28 Federal Road. The man, who is about 30 years old, fell about 8 to 10 feet from the roof and landed on the metal stand, said James Gagl…
Field Of Flags: WestConn Honors 7K Service Members Killed In War On Terror Field Of Flags: WestConn Honors 7K Service Members Killed In War On Terror
Field Of Flags: WestConn Honors 7K Service Members Killed In War On Terror DANBURY, Conn. — Students and faculty members at Western Connecticut State University have created a memorial on the midtown campus in Danbury to honor the U.S. service members killed in the war on terror.There is a flag placed on the lawn for each of the fallen 7,008 service members who have died in the line of duty since Sept. 11, 2001.  "WCSU students and faculty have placed a U.S. flag representing each sacrifice," said a statement from WestConn. 
Get Strong: Urban Strength Club Opens New Location In Fairfield Get Strong: Urban Strength Club Opens New Location In Fairfield
Get Strong: Urban Strength Club Opens New Location In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Urban Strength Club, which just held the grand opening for its new Fairfield location, wants to be more than just a gym and fitness center. Fairfield First Selectman Mike Tetreau joined owner Debbie O’Toole, state Rep. Brenda Kupchick, as well as family, friends, and enthusiastic fans of the club at a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week for the fitness center’s official grand opening.   Urban Strength Club is located at 425 Kings Highway E.  O’Toole wants the gym to be about more than just fitness. “My goal is to create a supportive community that inspires, celebrates, and…
Sephora Opens Makeup Counter Inside JCPenney At Danbury Mall Sephora Opens Makeup Counter Inside JCPenney At Danbury Mall
Sephora Opens Makeup Counter Inside JCPenney At Danbury Mall DANBURY, Conn. — Sephora, a popular makeup retailer, has opened a new location inside the JCPenney anchor store at the Danbury Fair mall.  “We couldn’t be more proud to open a Sephora inside JCPenney location in Danbury and introduce the world’s best international beauty concept to a new community of loyal JCPenney customers and beauty enthusiasts,” said Colleen Behuniak, beauty manager. “Shoppers will enjoy having a diverse collection of popular and cutting-edge brands of makeup, skincare, fragrance, bath and beauty accessory products all at their fingertips.” The new 2,000-square-foot Se…
Lifelong Learning: New Leader Named For Greenwich's Adult And Continuing Ed Lifelong Learning: New Leader Named For Greenwich's Adult And Continuing Ed
Lifelong Learning: New Leader Named For Greenwich's Adult And Continuing Ed GREENWICH, Conn. – Braulio Santiago brings over 40 years of education and administration experience to his new position as the Adult and Continuing Education Coordinator for the Greenwich Public Schools.  Santiago officially takes over the position on Sept. 13, said Superintendent of Schools Jill Gildea.  "I am looking forward to working with the community to expand and offer adult education classes that meet their interests and needs. Learning is a lifelong adventure," Santiago said. “He will bring a new perspective based on his extensive experience with teaching and learning. …
Eversource Arrives: Convoy Of 100 Workers To Help Restore Power In Florida Eversource Arrives: Convoy Of 100 Workers To Help Restore Power In Florida
Eversource Arrives: Convoy Of 100 Workers To Help Restore Power In Florida A convoy of 70 vehicles carrying 100 employees from Eversource has joined utility companies from across the country in Orlando to help restore power to millions of people left in the dark by Hurricane Irma. Over 4.4 million people are still without power due to Hurricane Irma. (By late Tuesday, power was restored to 1.1 million customers of the 5 million who lost electricity.) "We will not stop working until every customer's electricity is restored," Florida Power & Light Company said via Twitter.  Eversource crews will get to work early Wednesday. A total of 100 employees fro…
Field Of Flags: Easton Honors Firefighters, Hometown Family Lost On 9/11 Field Of Flags: Easton Honors Firefighters, Hometown Family Lost On 9/11
Field Of Flags: Easton Honors Firefighters, Hometown Family Lost On 9/11 EASTON, Conn. — For Sept. 11, the Easton Volunteer Fire Department honors the 343 firefighters who died in the collapse of the World Trade Center in a terror attack. They also remember Peter Burton Hanson, who grew up in Easton. He died at the age of 32 aboard United Airlines Flight 175 on Sept. 11, 2001, with his wife, Sue, and daughter, Christine, 2, the youngest victim of the tragedy. The Easton fire department remembers all who were lost on 9-11, including the firefighters, police officers and EMTs.  "Our thoughts are also with all those that got sick working downtown after 9-11,&q…
Stamford Science Teacher Taking A Spin On 'Wheel Of Fortune' Stamford Science Teacher Taking A Spin On 'Wheel Of Fortune'
Stamford Science Teacher Taking A Spin On 'Wheel Of Fortune' STAMFORD, Conn. — When Stamford teacher Kristin Bivona appears this week on 'Wheel of Fortune," it will be her second go-round on a game show.  Bivona, an eighth-grade science teacher at Turn of River Middle School, will take a spin Thursday on "Wheel Of Fortune," according to the Stamford Advocate. It's "Teacher Week" on the popular game show, which is beginning its 35th season this week.  "Wheel of Fortune" is broadcast at 7:30 p.m. weeknights on WABC and WTNH. A year ago, Bivona won $19,000 on "The $100,000 Pyramid."  Click here for the stor…
Health Care Signup: Access Health CT Opening Centers In Fairfield County Health Care Signup: Access Health CT Opening Centers In Fairfield County
Health Care Signup: Access Health CT Opening Centers In Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. – As open enrollment nears for people seeking health care in Connecticut, Access Health CT will be opening 10 new centers for customers to get help by Nov. 1.  Access Health CT will also relocate its enrollment centers in New Haven and New Britain. These centers will help customers get free help to sign up for healthcare coverage. “We are exactly 50 days away from the beginning of open enrollment and with a shorter timeframe this year, we want explore the best and most efficient ways to help CT residents,” said AHCT CEO Jim Wadleigh. “The goal is to have in-person he…
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