New Milford Restores $3 Million to Town, School Budgets After Voter Pushback
New Milford’s Board of Finance voted to restore $3 million in cuts to the proposed town and school budgets after voters rejected both spending plans in a referendum. The $124 million total budget reinstates original recommendations from the mayor and superintendent, including $76 million for schools. The town council is expected to set a new […]
Read MoreConnecticut Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Axe Murder of Ex-girlfriend
A man who admitted to killing his ex-girlfriend with an axe has been sentenced to 40 years in prison. Ewen DeWitt of Milford had to be restrained during Thursday’s sentencing in a courtroom after an outburst. He pleaded guilty in March to the 2022 murder of 40 year old Julie Minogue, which happened just days […]
Read MoreDanbury Upgrading City Hall Meeting Tech with $370k Overhaul
Danbury is spending $370,000 in federal COVID relief funds to replace outdated audio and video systems in City Hall. The upgrade will bring new equipment to the Council Chambers and other meeting rooms, improving livestream quality and reliability. City officials say the overhaul is long overdue and should be complete by June.
Read MoreNew Fairfield Coach Charged with Sexual Assault of Teen Student
A 26 year old school employee in New Fairfield is facing charges for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a 15 year old student. Christopher Fernandes was arrested after police say he had sex with the girl in his SUV following a high school basketball game back in January. He worked as a paraeducator and […]
Read MoreThousands of Chicks Abandoned in Usps Truck Now Swarming Delaware Shelter
A Delaware animal shelter has become the nation’s most unexpected poultry farm after more than 12,000 chicks were left in a US Postal Service truck for three days. The First State Animal Center is now feeding, housing and rehoming thousands of chirping, pooping, and peeping survivors. The shelter says some people wanted to adopt them […]
Read MoreCandlewood Lake Beaches Opening for Memorial Day Weekend
Parks around Candlewood Lake are set to open this Memorial Day weekend, kicking off the 2025 beach season with full staff and upgraded facilities. In Danbury, New Milford, New Fairfield, Brookfield and Sherman, town beaches will operate through Labor Day with passes required for entry. Rates vary by residency and location.
Read MoreSquirrel Knocks Out Power to Thousands in Fairfield County
Nearly 5,000 Eversource customers in Fairfield County lost power Thursday morning after a squirrel got into a substation and shorted out equipment, according to the utility. It happened just before 8 a.m., with the largest outages in Weston, Westport and Wilton. Eversource said service was mostly restored within about an hour. The squirrel did not […]
Read MoreNew Fairfield Coach Charged with Sexual Assault of Teen Student
A 26 year old school employee in New Fairfield is facing charges for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a 15 year old student. Christopher Fernandes was arrested after police say he had sex with the girl in his SUV following a high school basketball game back in January. He worked as a paraeducator and […]
Read MoreConnecticut Lawmakers Approve State Police Pay Hike Plan
Connecticut lawmakers have finalized a wage increase for state police. The Senate approved the deal Thursday with a 36 to 0 vote, following earlier House approval. The pay hike follows a wage pattern established by SEBAC and is the last contract ratified under that framework. The agreement was negotiated with the state police union earlier […]
Read MoreGirl Scouts of Connecticut Sets June 3 for Annual Giving Day
Girl Scouts of Connecticut will hold its annual Giving Day fundraiser June 3, starting at noon. The 24-hour online event aims to boost support for programs ranging from science and leadership to outdoor education. Organizers say every donation, no matter the amount, helps fund opportunities for thousands of girls across the state. Supporters can donate […]
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