Day: April 3, 2024

Connecticut News

AT&T Reports Massive Data Breach

In a major data breach, personal information of 73 million AT&T customers was posted to the dark web. The telecom company is urging affected individuals to monitor their accounts closely and is offering credit monitoring. AT&T has yet to determine the source of the leak, but continues to communicate as needed with impacted customers.

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Local News

Danbury May Face Tax Increase

Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves proposes a new budget that would see a 4.76% increase in the tax rate for local taxpayers. This would bump the rate from 23.33 mills to 24.44 mills. The $311.65 million spending plan represents a $15.9 million increase over the current fiscal year’s budget. While the proposal increases funding for the […]

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Local News

Eggs & Issues Tomorrow Morning

The Legislative Breakfast being held by the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce, known as “The Eggs and Issues Forum” where the invited speaker will be Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, is being held tomorrow from 7:30 to 9am at the Amber Room Colonnade. To make your last minute registration, call 203-743-5565 or visit https://danburychamber.com. You can […]

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Connecticut News

Teen Facing Charges After Spree Of Car-Jackings

A Waterbury teenager has been arrested in connection with three armed car-jackings of high-end vehicles in Stamford. Stamford police say Tyssan Woods is linked to other crimes in the city and in Fairfield County, marking a possible crime spree. Investigators say Woods and his masked accomplices targeted locations with multiple cars and used force, including […]

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Local News

Possible Tax Hike In New Milford

In New Milford, residents are facing a proposed $120 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The plan includes increases in health-care and pension funding, contractual obligations, and funding for the town ambulance. The proposed combined town and education budgets would result in a 2.93% increase in the town’s tax rate. Residents will have the […]

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Local News

Kraska Resigns From Animal Control Position

New Fairfield faces an animal control crisis as Officer Kim Kraska resigns due to the town’s refusal to fund a part-time assistant. The selectmen’s proposed budget excludes the $21,000 needed for the position. Kraska, who served diligently for nearly four years, laments the lack of support but expresses gratitude to the community.

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Primary Winners No Big Surprise

No surprise here… President Joe Biden won the Democratic Presidential primary on Tuesday here in Connecticut, and former President Donald Trump won the Republican Connecticut Presidential primary… each securing their nominations for their respective party in the upcoming November election. Despite attempts to boost turnout by moving the primary earlier, rainy weather and the candidates’ […]

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Connecticut News

20 Year Old Sentenced To 14 Years In Federal Prison

A 20-year-old Connecticut man, Christian Borrero, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for a string of armed robberies and car-jackings. Borrero’s crime spree, which targeted convenience stores and gas stations, along with a carjacking incident, all occurred in June and July 2022. Borrero… of New Haven… pleaded guilty to two counts of […]

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Local News

Danbury Health Fair Set For Saturday

The 2024 Danbury Health Fair kicks off at the War Memorial this Saturday. Hosted by the City’s Department of Health and Human Services and local community partners, this event promises a day of education, screenings, and connections to health resources. From blood pressure checks to pediatric vision screenings, there’s something for everyone. Plus, don’t miss […]

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Eggs & Issues On Thursday

The Legislative Breakfast being held by the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce, known as “The Eggs and Issues Forum” where the invited speaker will be Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, is being held tomorrow from 7:30 to 9am at the Amber Room Colonnade. To make your last minute registration callĀ 203-743-5565 or visit https://danburychamber.com. You can also […]

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