Gas prices still well above a year ago
Fuel prices in Connecticut are starting the week averaging $4.40 a gallon for regular unleaded, down 4 cents from the previous week, but still $1.33 ahead of a year ago. According to Gas Buddy, prices locally are averaging $4.49. Diesel statewide is averaging $6.47 a gallon.
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Connecticut officials and child care providers are urging residents to comment on proposed federal changes to Head Start before Tuesday’s deadline. The Trump administration says reducing federal requirements would save billions and expand enrollment, while critics warn the changes could weaken standards for early childhood programs.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYData center proposed for old Union Carbide HQ
A developer under contract to buy Danbury’s Summit complex wants to add a data center and power the former Union Carbide headquarters with fuel cells. Dan Bertram also proposes better pedestrian connections to nearby neighborhoods. Mayor Roberto Alves says any proposal needs careful consideration of its impact on residents.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConn economy growth among US best in Q2
Connecticut’s economy grew at one of the fastest rates in the country during the second quarter, with manufacturing leading the way. The state’s economy expanded at a 3% annual rate, although manufacturers say labor shortages, rising costs and tariffs remain significant challenges.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDNA test for Danbury mom charged with murder
A Danbury woman charged with murder in the 2018 death of her newborn son provided a DNA sample Thursday as investigators continue examining the case. 28-year-old Dominique Harrison remains jailed on 2-and-a-half-million dollars bond and is due back in court November 16.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPlate reader cam locations becoming public
Some Connecticut police departments are beginning to publicly disclose where automated license plate readers are located amid growing privacy concerns. More than 1,500 fixed cameras are used statewide. New recommendations encourage departments to explain where and why cameras are installed, although the guidelines are not mandatory.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Charged in Alleged Home Renovation Scheme
49 year old Trevor Bridle of Danbury faces first-degree larceny and conspiracy charges involving an elderly Monroe homeowner. Investigators say Bridle and his associates collected more than one-point-one million dollars from her between December 2023 and April of this year for supposed home improvements. They allege more than 900 thousand dollars was billed for renovations, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Lowers Flags to Honor Highway Worker
American and state flags at Connecticut state buildings will fly at half-staff from sunrise to sunset today in honor of transportation employee Elvin Hernandez. He was struck and killed by a vehicle last week while doing road maintenance on Interstate 95 in Fairfield. Residents, businesses and municipalities are encouraged to lower their flags as well.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLily Rose Haunted House Opens Tonight in Danbury
The Lily Rose Haunted House opens tonight at DAV Chapter 25 in Danbury. The chapter’s main fundraiser runs every Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout October at 25 Segar Street, about half a mile from Danbury Fair Mall. Doors open at six each evening, rain or shine. Admission is 15 dollars per person, with discounts for […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYHaunted House Returns to Benefit Danbury Veterans
The Lily Rose Haunted House returns to 25 Segar Street in Danbury every Friday through Sunday this month. The haunted maze features dozens of life-size animatronics, props and spooky actors. Proceeds benefit Danbury’s disabled American veterans through DAV Chapter 25. Details are at lilyrosehaunt dot com.
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