New Milford Extends Superintendent Parlato’s Contract Through 2028
The New Milford Board of Education voted unanimously to extend Superintendent Janet Parlato’s contract through the 2027-28 school year. The move follows a performance review at a May 29 special meeting. Parlato, who began the role in early 2023, called the extension an honor and says she looks forward to continued progress.
Read MoreConnecticut Lawmakers Target Illegal Cannabis Sales, Approve Market Fixes
Connecticut lawmakers have approved new penalties for unlicensed cannabis sales and voted to loosen location restrictions on licensed growers. The bill also creates a cannabis enforcement task force and allows higher-potency THC flower. Lawmakers say the industry is struggling due to illegal sales and cheaper out-of-state options. The bill passed the House 116 to 22 […]
Read MoreNewtown Woman Arrested After Barricading Herself During Dcf Investigation
A 26 year old Newtown woman is facing charges after barricading herself inside a home during a Department of Children and Families investigation. Police say Samantha Rivera refused to come out of a residence near Park Lane and Greenbriar Lane Tuesday afternoon. She fled the home on foot after nearly three hours and was arrested. […]
Read MoreCharges Dropped in Israeli Flag Vandalism Case in Newtown
A Newtown woman accused of cutting down an Israeli flag in 2023 has had the charges dropped. Sarah Stofko was arrested in December for intimidation and criminal mischief after police said she damaged the flag outside a home near Church Hill and Walnut Tree Hill roads. She later entered a court diversionary program and completed […]
Read MoreNew Milford Woman Accused in Scissors Attack Ordered to Undergo Mental Exam
A 62 year old New Milford woman accused of stabbing a man with scissors has been ordered to undergo a mental competency exam. Mary Ann Cole is charged with first-degree assault after police say she attacked a man in a New Milford home last July. Officers found the man bleeding in a bathroom and Cole […]
Read MoreRidgefield Police Cruiser Involved in Crash on Route 35
Ridgefield police say a department cruiser was involved in a crash late Tuesday morning on Route 35. It happened around 11 a.m. between Route 7 and Limestone Road. So far, there’s no word on any injuries or how many vehicles were involved. The crash is still under investigation.
Read MoreCharges Dropped in Israeli Flag Vandalism Case in Newtown
A Newtown woman accused of cutting down an Israeli flag in 2023 has had the charges dropped. Sarah Stofko was arrested in December for intimidation and criminal mischief after police said she damaged the flag outside a home near Church Hill and Walnut Tree Hill roads. She later entered a court diversionary program and completed […]
Read MoreCharges Dropped Against Danbury Man Hurt in Brookfield Shooting
Prosecutors have dropped charges against a 46 year old Danbury man involved in a January shooting in Brookfield that left two people injured. Rithy Kim Kay had been charged with third-degree assault and second-degree breach of peace. On Monday, the state effectively dismissed the case. The charges stemmed from a fight in the Happy Landings […]
Read MoreTarrywile Park Celebrates National Trails Day with Outdoor Invite
Tarrywile Park in Danbury, is marking National Trails Day this Saturday by inviting the public to get outside and “Take a Hike.” The 722-acre park offers scenic trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Organizers say the event is a chance to reconnect with nature, explore the park, and enjoy the outdoors with friends and […]
Read MoreNewtown Woman Arrested After Barricading Herself During Dcf Investigation
A 26 year old woman is facing charges after barricading herself inside a home during a Department of Children and Families investigation. Police say Samantha Rivera refused to come out of a residence near Park Lane and Greenbriar Lane Tuesday afternoon. She fled the home on foot after nearly three hours and was arrested. One […]
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