Connecticut Expands Winter Heating Assistance
Applications open Tuesday for Connecticut’s winter heating assistance program. The state approved 94-point-two-million dollars to help more than 94 thousand low-income households, nearly 10 thousand more than last winter. Basic benefits will range from 355 to 705 dollars, depending on income.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCrowds Fill Three Connecticut State Parks
Sleeping Giant State Park in Hamden closed to new visitors Saturday after its parking lot reached capacity. Penwood State Park in Bloomfield and Talcott Mountain State Park in Simsbury also stopped admitting visitors because their lots were full.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNewtown Man Charged After Leaving Loaded Gun in Store
59 year old Ronald Anthony Frate Junior of Newtown faces reckless endangerment after police say he left a backpack containing a loaded gun at the Newtown General Store. Another customer found it June 24. Frate surrendered last week and is now due to appear in Danbury Superior Court.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Offers Security Grants to Nonprofits
Connecticut nonprofits can apply for up to 50 thousand dollars per location for security improvements. The five-million-dollar program is open to eligible organizations facing an increased risk of violence. Funding can cover surveillance cameras, ballistic glass, electronic locks, panic alarms and other security equipment.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Marks International Overdose Awareness Day
Connecticut is recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day as overdose deaths continue declining statewide. Officials say 836 people died from overdoses in 2025, down 45 percent from the 2021 peak. Residents are encouraged to learn overdose warning signs and seek available treatment services.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Lifts All Drought Advisories
Connecticut has lifted drought advisories in all eight counties following recent rainfall. Fairfield, Middlesex and New Haven counties had been under Stage 2 advisories since June because of low precipitation, reduced streamflow and increased wildfire danger. State officials will continue monitoring conditions.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDowntown Danbury Revitalization Moves Forward
Downtown Danbury is seeing new investment, businesses and streetscape improvements. A new Ives Bank headquarters represents an investment of more than 20 million dollars. Upgraded sidewalks also are planned, while a dentist, veterinarian, boutique and café are among the businesses considering downtown locations.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYICE Presses Ahead With Danbury Enforcement
Federal immigration officers arrested at least 50 people in Danbury this week as ICE stepped up enforcement across Connecticut. The agency continued carrying out federal immigration law despite objections from protesters and state and local officials. ICE has not said how long the operation will continue.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYStorm Topples Trees in Danbury
Thursday evening storms toppled trees and scattered debris across Danbury. Damage was reported along Virginia Avenue, while a large tree fell across Interstate 84 eastbound. Emergency crews assessed storm-related hazards and continued cleanup efforts. Drivers are urged to avoid affected areas and use caution.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Faces Felony Gun Charge
30 year old Aaron Freeze of Danbury faces a felony firearm charge following a traffic stop in Patterson. Putnam County deputies say they recovered a loaded handgun from the passenger-side floor of his uninsured vehicle. Freeze allegedly had no pistol permit and was released with an appearance ticket.
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