Day: March 24, 2025

For $9 Million The View Better Be Outstanding!

A Southbury couple could face up to $9 million in penalties after allegedly cutting down nearly 140 trees on town-owned land to improve their lakefront view. A lawsuit claims Alan and Teresa Salzman hired a crew to clear a 100-yard-long stretch near their $1.1 million home. Southbury is seeking $1.5 million for restoration costs and […]

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Assistant Superintendent Leaving In Brookfield

Brookfield schools Assistant Superintendent Anna Mahon is leaving for a position in Westport. Mahon, who oversees curriculum and instruction, will take over as Westport’s assistant superintendent for teaching and learning starting July 1. Her departure follows Superintendent John Barile’s recent announcement that he too is stepping down at the end of the school year.

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Bethel Budget Talks

The Bethel Board of Finance approved an additional $250,000 for the school district’s 2025-26 budget after hearing public concerns. Combined with expected savings in health insurance costs, the district remains $750,000 short of its original request. The town’s proposed budget now stands at $97.48 million, with a tax rate increase of 1.24 mills. Next up… […]

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Former Crowne Plaza Has Big Plans

Plans to transform the former Crowne Plaza hotel in Danbury into 200 apartment units, including 156 micro-studios, were well-received by city officials. The project, offering affordable rents and a creative “work-live-play” space with makerspaces and amenities, aims to address housing needs and provide a dynamic environment for startups and artists.

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Duluth Trading Leaving Danbury

Duluth Trading Company is closing its Danbury location at The Shops at Marcus Dairy after 10 years. The store’s lease is expiring, and it is set to close in May. The retailer, known for its workwear, has not announced a reason for the closure.

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Ridgefield Girls Hockey Team Wraps Up Inaugural Season

Ridgefield’s first all-girls hockey team, for players aged 8 and under has wrapped up its inaugural season. Founded by two local moms, the team now has 20 girls on the roster, bonding over the sport and aiming for a second season with even more players.

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New Milford Making Short Term Rental Changes

New Milford homeowners renting out properties on Airbnb and Vrbo will now have to follow new town guidelines approved by the Town Council which take effect April 1. Short-term rental owners must register with the town and provide renters with safety and appliance-use information. The goal, according to town leaders, is to create a “safe […]

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Restaurants Feeling Pressure

Connecticut restaurant patrons are feeling the effects of even more chain restaurants shutting down, with TGI Friday’s closing all locations and others like Ruby Tuesday, Hooters, and On The Border scaling back. Along with high food prices, the rising cost of labor and changing consumer habits due to inflation creeping up over the past few […]

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Ridgefield Eyeing Pickleball

Ridgefield is considering adding four new pickleball courts at the town’s recreation center as the sport continues to grow in popularity. Two possible locations are under consideration. Now, community feedback is being sought before moving forward. Ridgefield currently has indoor courts and shared tennis courts available for pickleball play.

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