Brookfield school board again taking applications for open seat
The Brookfield Board of Education is accepting applications for a vacant seat after former chair Wendy Youngblood resigned when she moved out of town. Residents have until October 16 to submit a letter and resume. The board reopened applications after deadlocking on two candidates and plans to interview applicants the following week.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Fire Explorers receive turnout gear doantion
Danbury’s Fire Explorers program has received a donation of firefighting gear and equipment from the Branford Fire Department. Organizers say the equipment will help young participants receive hands-on training and practical experience while learning about careers in the fire service.
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A 3-car crash in Newtown early Saturday left 2 vehicles overturned and closed South Main Street for about 2 hours. Fire officials say one person was initially reported trapped near Park Lane but freed themselves before crews arrived. Multiple fire and ambulance units responded to the scene.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury police doante to Connecticut Children’s
Danbury Police have donated 23-thousand dollars and stuffed animals to Connecticut Children’s. The money came from the department’s Hat City Big Smoke Cigar Dinner, with additional matching support from Modzelewski’s Towing and American Metal. Police say the donation will help children and families receiving care at the hospital.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMan charged for forgetting gun in Newtown bathroom
A New Haven man faces reckless endangerment charges after police say he left a loaded handgun in a gas station restroom in Newtown. 27-year-old Brian Roman told officers he removed the gun while using the bathroom, then forgot it and left. He returned about 45 minutes later and later went to police. He is due […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury smoke shope workers arrested
Three Danbury smoke shop employees were arrested Friday after police say they sold unlicensed marijuana to an undercover federal agent and tobacco vapes to a minor. Investigators also reported finding more than 52 pounds of illegal THC products across the 3 stores.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWhite supremacists rally outside Danbury PD
Danbury leaders are condemning a white supremacist rally against allowing legal permanent residents and DACA recipients to become police officers. Mayor Roberto Alves says white supremacy is not welcome in the city. A spokesperson says police learned about Saturday’s protest outside their headquarters only after it ended.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAmphenol factory catches fire
About 50 firefighters battled a 2-alarm blaze at the former Amphenol factory on East Franklin Street in Danbury early Monday. The fire was reported around 12:20 a.m. and brought under control by 2:40. Nobody was injured, and the fire marshal’s office is investigating.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYGas 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.
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