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Bank Expansion Plan Approved In Danbury

Danbury has approved an expansion for the Savings Bank of Danbury’s downtown redevelopment project. The bank will demolish a three-story building next to the former YMCA site on Main Street to create a landscaped common area for employees. It’s all part of the bank’s $17 million plan, which includes a new four-story office building. The […]

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Danbury Native Gets Appointment In Bridgeport

A Danbury native has been appointed as the new CEO of Bridgeport Rescue Mission. Rhonda R. Neal previously led the Saint Joseph Parenting Center in Stamford. Neal was picked because of her extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and commitment to community service. She holds an MBA and a master’s degree in Biblical Studies.

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Want To Buy A Traffic Island In Danbury??

Danbury officials are considering selling part of a traffic island at the dangerous Triangle Street, Coalpit Hill, and South Street intersection. The move is part of a $12 million state-led plan to improve safety and traffic flow in the area, which has seen 49 crashes in the last decade. The redesign would realign roads, add […]

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Connecticut News

Prostitution Investigation Nets Two Convicted Felons

A prostitution operation was uncovered at a spa in Bristol, leading to the arrests of two convicted felons. The investigation began after a Craigslist ad promoting “cuddle sessions” and “relaxation” drew the attention of police. Detectives found that Vincent Whiteley and David Henderson managed the operation, with Henderson running day-to-day activities while Whiteley was incarcerated. […]

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Tree Destruction Concerns Bridgewater Resident

An area resident is seeking justice after more than 40 old-growth trees were bulldozed for a satellite installation project he claims was unauthorized. Scott Roberts, who has owned the property in Bridgewater for generations, says that the work was carried out by Lumen Technologies and Level 3 Communications without town approval. The destruction removed trees […]

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Connecticut News

Voting Rules To Obey

As Election Day approaches, Connecticut voters should prepare for some important rules to ensure a smooth voting experience. Starting with attire, state law prohibits wearing any clothing that promotes a candidate or political party. Voters will use paper ballots this year, which must be fed into an optical scanner to be counted. Polling places open […]

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Danbury West “On Target”

Danbury High School West is on track to open for the 2025-26 school year, offering relief from overcrowding at the state’s largest high school. Construction continues at the former Cartus Corp. site on Apple Ridge Road, with new classrooms, offices, and a gymnasium taking shape. The school, which will house 1,400 students and the Board […]

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Southbury Man Arrested Following Domestic Disturbance

A Southbury man was arrested Friday night after allegedly assaulting an elderly person and two police officers who responded to a domestic disturbance on Hill Place Drive. 27 year old Tyler Scalera faces multiple charges, including third-degree assault on the elderly, assault on a police officer, interfering with an officer, and disorderly conduct. He is […]

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Danbury Kidnapping May Be Connected To Crypto Theft

A disturbing case of kidnapping in Danbury is now linked to a $230 million cryptocurrency theft. Six Florida men have been charged in the kidnapping of a local couple who were out house-hunting back in August. Authorities say the couple may have been targeted due to their son’s alleged involvement in the crypto scheme. The […]

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150th Ives Birthday Celebration Begins This Week

Danbury is set to celebrate the 150th birthday of composer Charles Edward Ives with a series of events beginning this Wednesday and running through Sunday. The celebration, organized by the Danbury Museum & Historical Society and the Danbury Music Centre, will honor Ives, born in Danbury in 1874, who is often referred to as the […]

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