Officials give update on bear spotted stealing food around town: 'A strong will to persevere'

Officials give update on bear spotted stealing food around town: 'A strong will to persevere'

As autumn settled in and Halloween decorations filled porches, a bear in Connecticut captured public attention for a bittersweet reason. After being spotted limping through neighborhoods and stealing pumpkins, WTNH confirmed that the animal — though injured — appears to be recovering on its own. What's happening? According to West Hartford town officials, the injured bear was seen running despite having an apparent leg or paw injury. "Bears are …