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Giles Stanton, a 53-year-old English teacher at Monroe High School, faces serious allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor. The court proceedings revealed details of grooming behavior and inappropriate relationships with students, prompting community concern. Stanton has been placed on paid administrative leave and faces a bail of $250,000 with strict restrictions.
A Monroe High School teacher has been arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student back in 2017. The victim, now 24, reported the misconduct in May 2024, prompting an investigation that corroborated her claims, leading to the teacher's arrest on two counts of sexual misconduct with a minor.
A Monroe family had a frightening encounter when a cougar chased their pets in their backyard, an event captured on security footage that has since gone viral. The incident highlights the risks of wildlife encounters in suburban areas and provides safety tips for residents living near cougar habitats.