Route 133 Shut Down After Crash Into Utility Pole in Brookfield
A section of Route 133 in Brookfield was closed after a car slammed into a utility pole Wednesday afternoon. The Brookfield Volunteer Fire Company said the crash happened just before 1 p.m. between Maple Tree Road and Obtuse Rocks Road. The driver refused medical treatment and was not taken to the hospital.
Read MoreRidgefield Voters Pass $175 Million Budget With Large Margin
Ridgefield voters have approved a $174 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year, with strong support for both school and town spending. The 3.9% increase raises the mill rate to 27.39. Voters also backed capital projects, including school renovations, roadwork, and public safety upgrades.
Read MoreJudge Overrules Sherman Zoning Board in Long-Running Property Dispute
A judge has sided with a Sherman man in a three-year zoning battle, calling the town’s appeals board ruling “arbitrary” and “legally flawed.” The ruling forces a local construction business to comply with a 2022 cease-and-desist order over unpermitted activity, including trailer and bulk material storage.
Read MoreFlorida Man Sentenced in Danbury Kidnapping Linked to Crypto Heist
A Florida man has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for his role in a violent 2024 kidnapping in Danbury. Twenty-four year old Anthony Pena was one of six men arrested after two victims were abducted, beaten with a bat, and duct-taped inside a van. Police caught the group after a chase and […]
Read MoreNew Fairfield Coach on Leave Amid Student Misconduct Investigation
A New Fairfield school employee remains on leave as police and school officials continue to investigate alleged inappropriate interactions with students. Christopher Fernandes, a 26 year old middle school paraeducator and high school basketball coach, was placed on paid administrative leave in March. School officials say the allegations involve at least one minor and possibly […]
Read MoreDanbury Man Convicted in Sexual Assault of Two Children
A Danbury man has been convicted of sexually assaulting two minors over a nearly three-year span. Forty-eight year old Juan Garcia-Perales was found guilty on six felony counts, including aggravated sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor. Prosecutors said he repeatedly assaulted two children between the ages of 6 and 9 from 2012 […]
Read MoreConnecticut House Approves Smartphone Policy Requirement For Schools
Connecticut lawmakers have passed a bill requiring all public school districts to adopt smartphone policies by the 2026-2027 school year. The legislation aims to reduce classroom distractions by limiting student phone use. Districts must base their rules on guidance from the state Department of Education. The bill now heads to the Senate, which must approve […]
Read MoreNew Online Tool Aims To Streamline Solar Project Siting In Connecticut
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has launched a new online tool to help site large-scale solar projects while protecting natural resources. The tool, called CREST, was developed with UConn and uses GIS mapping to show suitable locations for solar development. CREST is free to the public and designed to make the permitting […]
Read MoreFlags To Fly At Half-Staff Thursday For Peace Officers Memorial Day
Governor Ned Lamont has ordered all U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff today in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day. The observance recognizes law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty. Flags will remain lowered from sunrise to sunset at all state buildings and facilities. Residents, businesses, and local governments […]
Read MoreNewtown Plans Memorial Day Observance With Music, Honors
The American Legion Post 202 will hold its annual Memorial Day Weekend observance Saturday, May 24 at 5 p.m. at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Newtown. Newtown High School student musicians will perform patriotic songs including the National Anthem and Taps. U.S. Army Major Robert Payne III will give opening remarks, with several local […]
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