Website Lets Drivers Check Flock Plate Searches
Connecticut drivers can now check whether their license plate has been searched through Flock Safety’s system. The website www.HaveIBeenFlocked.com uses audit logs obtained from government agencies through public records requests. A match only shows that someone searched the plate, not that the vehicle was photographed or its driver was under investigation.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTeen Performs CPR After Candlewood Lake Rescue
A 15 year old Good Samaritan performed CPR after an 18 year old swimmer was pulled from Candlewood Lake on Saturday. State officials say the swimmer went underwater while heading toward Chicken Rock. Friends and the teenager pulled him from the lake. The swimmer and a 21 year old friend were taken to Danbury Hospital, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSquantz Pond Park Closed After Reaching Capacity
Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield was closed to new visitors Saturday after its parking lot filled to capacity. Millers Pond State Park in Durham and the Highland Lake state boat launch in Winchester were also closed for the same reason. State environmental officials say Gillette Castle State Park remained open, but castle tour […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSettlement Allows 115 Homes in Newtown Development
A court settlement could allow construction of 115 homes in Newtown’s proposed Castle Hill Village development. Developer George Trudell had appealed after the Borough Zoning Commission approved only 99 homes. A judge still must approve the settlement, and two separate court challenges remain over environmental and historic preservation concerns near Taunton Pond.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Tax-Free Week Underway
Connecticut’s annual Tax-Free Week is underway through Saturday. Most clothing and footwear costing less than $300 per item is exempt from the state’s sales tax. The week is aimed largely at helping families save on back-to-school purchases and other clothing needs before the new school year begins.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Fire Crews Aid Minnesota Wildfire Fight
Connecticut has sent two wildland fire crews to Minnesota to help battle the Bear Trap fire. Four firefighters left August 7, followed by a 10-member crew August 11 for a 14-day assignment. The lightning-caused fire has burned nearly 30,000 acres and merged with another wildfire. Connecticut has deployed 39 firefighters to six states and Quebec […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Church Partially Collapses on West Street
A church on West Street in Danbury partially collapsed Thursday afternoon. Firefighters searched the building, including with thermal imaging cameras, and found no one trapped. There were no injuries. Building officials and the fire marshal are investigating the cause, while contractors work to stabilize what remains of the structure.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Woman Faces Felony Firearm Charges
27 year old Skyler Corte-Real of Danbury is being held on 50-thousand dollars bond following her arrest on several felony firearm charges. 29 year old Griffyn Nottage of Brewster, New York, was also arrested and is being held on 100-thousand dollars bond. Both have pleaded not guilty and are due back in court August 19.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSouthbury House Fire Draws Mutual Aid Response
Firefighters from several area departments responded to a large house fire on Shane Drive in Southbury early Thursday. The fire was reported around 1:15 a.m., and crews remained on the scene for about four hours. Mutual aid came from Roxbury, Sandy Hook, Oxford, Woodbury, Middlebury and other departments.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBBB Offers Tips Ahead of Connecticut Tax-Free Week
The Better Business Bureau is urging families to plan ahead for Connecticut’s sales tax-free week, running August 16 through 22. Certain clothing and footwear under 300 dollars per item will be exempt from sales tax. The BBB recommends comparing prices, using coupons, checking return policies and shopping only on secure, reputable websites.
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