Lamont Budget Plan Would Boost School Funding Across Connecticut
Ned Lamont is preparing to unveil his fiscal 2027 budget, which includes a proposed 95 million dollar increase for the Education Cost Sharing program for K-through-12 districts across Connecticut. The plan also keeps recent special education funding increases in place and adds a new 10 million dollar grant aimed at encouraging districts to try new […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCT Republicans Walk Out After Lamont Slams ICE in State of the State
Several Connecticut Republicans walked out of the House chamber in Hartford after Governor Ned Lamont used his State of the State address to criticize U S Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The lawmakers said the remarks disrespected federal law enforcement and injected national politics into a state address, calling the comments divisive. They said ICE agents […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHome Heating Oil Prices Jump Nearly 17 Percent in Connecticut
The average price of residential home heating oil in Connecticut has climbed nearly 17 percent since the end of last year, according to new figures from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. State data shows prices now sit just under four dollars nine cents per gallon, up about 59 cents since late December.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBrookfield School Board Narrowly Backs Spending Plan
The Brookfield Board of Education voted 4–3 to advance a $58.8 million school budget that would raise spending by 4.86 percent in Brookfield. The plan now moves to the Brookfield Board of Selectmen and Brookfield Board of Finance before heading to voters. Supporters called the proposal carefully developed, while opponents warned it’s fiscally unsustainable and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRidgefield Men Arrested After Danbury Fight
Danbury police say two Ridgefield residents were arrested after an early-morning fight on Mill Plain Road, with one suspect accused of making racially charged remarks. 20 year old Hunter Sherriff faces charges including second-degree assault, intimidation due to bias, breach of peace, and two counts of forgery, while 18 year old Thomas Hawkins is charged […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury City Employee Enters Diversion Program in Domestic Violence Case
A longtime Danbury employee charged in a domestic violence case has been approved for a court diversionary program that could lead to dismissed charges. 43 year old Nelson Lopes of Southbury was granted a two-year family violence education and treatment program in Superior Court of Connecticut, after his arrest last June on felony and misdemeanor […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBethel Schools Seek Fifth Psychologist in $62 Point 3M Budget Plan
Bethel School Superintendent Christine Carver is asking voters to fund a fifth school psychologist as part of a proposed $62.3 million budget for the 2026–27 school year. Carver says rising student evaluations and special education needs are stretching current staff, calling the added position critical. The plan represents a 6.7% increase and would also address […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Bond Rating Reaffirmed at AA+
Danbury Mayor Roberto L Alves says S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings have reaffirmed the city’s AA-plus bond rating, citing a stable outlook and solid credit quality. The rating clears the way for Danbury’s upcoming general obligation bond sale to fund school upgrades, infrastructure, and water and sewer projects, while keeping borrowing costs down for […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYValley Music Series Brings Great American Songbook to Brookfield
The Valley Music Series presents acclaimed performers Jessica Ann Best and Alan Jones in a concert celebrating the Great American Songbook Sunday, February 15 at 3:00 PM at Valley Presbyterian Church in Brookfield. The program features classics by Irving Berlin, Harry Warren, and Hoagy Carmichael, plus a surprise encore. Doors open at 2:30 PM. Parking […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Launches New Liquor License Training Program
State officials on Tuesday, rolled out a new liquor license training requirement aimed at improving responsible alcohol service across Connecticut. The program, led by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and funded through the Connecticut Department of Transportation with support from the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, focuses on preventing underage drinking […]
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