New Animal Abuse Stats Here In Connecticut “Alarming”
Animal advocates are reporting a troubling increase in cases of abuse and neglect across Connecticut this year. The severity and frequency of these incidents they say, are alarming, with reports ranging from a malnourished dog to a pit bull discovered dead with signs of trauma and neglect. In just one small area, they noted 33 […]
Read MoreBig Expansion Plans For One Danbury Business
ARKA Group’s Danbury Mission Technologies plant has unveiled an $85 million expansion, boosting its capacity for producing cutting-edge imaging systems for satellites and military use. The investment is seen as underscoring Danbury’s pivotal role in advanced aerospace technology and national defense contracts.
Read MoreCanadian Wanted For Homicides Nabbed By Federal Marshals In Connecticut
A man living under an alias here in Connecticut has been extradited to Canada to face charges for two homicides. According to federal officials, Kensworth Francis, originally from the Bahamas, was apprehended in Hartford last month after a search by Canadian authorities. The charges stem from an incident in July 2022 at a nightclub in […]
Read MoreJailed For Impersonating An FBI Agent
A man from New Haven was arrested by New Haven Police after an incident in Wilton. 39 year old Perry Charnas faces charges including criminal impersonation and false reporting after investigators say he was impersonating an FBI agent and making false reports to Wilton Police back in October 2022. He was locked up and held […]
Read MoreNew Milford School HVAC Inspections To Be Done – At A Cost Of $250,000
In New Milford, the school board has received town approval to allocate $250,000 for evaluating HVAC systems in all five schools, as mandated by state law. The evaluation, conducted by Consulting Engineering Services, is underway and will continue through the summer. State regulations require comprehensive inspections of HVAC systems in schools by January 1, 2025, […]
Read MoreSchool Districts Seeking New Leadership
Three school districts… Danbury, Newtown, and Region 12… are each now actively searching for new superintendents. This week, the Newtown Board of Education received notice from Superintendent Chris Melillo about his plans to step down at the end of the academic year. The board aims to appoint his successor by mid-summer, with contingency plans for […]
Read MoreAn Unexpected Discovery In Danbury
In Danbury, a major downtown sewer main was unexpectedly discovered beneath a proposed warehouse on Lee Mac Avenue. City engineers made the surprising find during final redevelopment review, avoiding potential disaster during construction. The sewer line, vital for preventing river flooding, was never recorded in land records, prompting a redesign to ensure access and safety.
Read MoreGovernor Pushing For More Solar Power At Schools
Governor Ned Lamont is pushing for legislation to boost solar energy here in Connecticut schools, aiming to quadruple the number of schools equipped with solar panels. Currently, around 300 public schools have solar installations, saving thousands on utility bills. The proposed changes would remove existing caps on non-residential solar installations, allowing schools to benefit from […]
Read MoreDanbury Makes The List!
In a recent report from WalletHub.com, several cities in Connecticut have been recognized among the most diverse in the nation for 2024. Danbury secured a spot in the top ten, coming in at number ten. WalletHub evaluated over 500 of the largest cities across various diversity categories. According to WalletHub, these cities showcase diversity across […]
Read MoreAccused Canadian Murderer Nabbed By Federal Marshals In Connecticut
A man living under an alias here in Connecticut has been extradited to Canada to face charges for two homicides. According to federal officials, Kensworth Francis, originally from the Bahamas, was apprehended in Hartford last month after a search by Canadian authorities. The charges stem from an incident in July 2022 at a nightclub in […]
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