Connecticut Man Charged in Maine After Attempting to Meet 14-year-old He Met Online
A 22-year-old man from Sherman faces multiple charges in Lewiston, Maine, after police say he tried to meet and pick up a 14-year-old girl he contacted online. Dmitriy Marker was charged with sexual exploitation of a minor, attempted sexual abuse, and possession and dissemination of explicit material involving a minor. Authorities intervened at a park […]
Read MoreToll Brothers to Expand Rivington Senior Living Community with New Townhomes in Danbury
Luxury home builder Toll Brothers will add The Meadows Collection to its 55-plus Rivington community in Danbury. The expansion includes three- and four-bedroom townhomes up to 2,594 square feet, featuring first-floor primary bedrooms, open layouts, and optional finished basements. Residents will have access to the existing 15,000-square-foot clubhouse, outdoor and indoor pools, walking trails, and […]
Read MoreConnecticut Supreme Court Narrows Cash Bond Rule for Gun Crimes
The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that defendants charged with gun-related crimes can avoid high cash bonds if the use of a firearm isn’t explicitly part of the charge. The 4-3 decision by the court, said the cash bond law applies only when firearm use is an essential element of the charge. The ruling could affect […]
Read MoreLamont Signs Bill Easing Office-to-apartment Conversions Across Connecticut
A new law signed by Gov. Ned Lamont aims to make it easier for developers to convert vacant office buildings into apartments. Municipalities like Danbury that adopt the law could receive priority for state redevelopment funds. Developers would benefit from streamlined zoning reviews, but towns must hold off on collecting added tax revenue from the […]
Read MoreCooling Centers Open As Heat Index Pushes Toward 105 Degrees
With heat and humidity sending felt temperatures into triple digits, many Connecticut cities have opened cooling centers this week. The state’s extreme hot weather protocol is in effect through Friday night. Residents can find relief at city-run facilities or by calling 211 for the nearest location. Health experts say it’s best to stay indoors, hydrate, […]
Read MoreMultiple Injuries Reported After Two-car Crash in Newtown
Newtown police continue to investigate a crash that injured several people Monday afternoon. Officers were called to Church Hill Road near Ardi Court just before 1:00 p.m. for a two-vehicle collision. Victims from both vehicles were taken to Danbury Hospital with injuries, though the extent remains unclear. The road was shut down while the scene […]
Read MoreDanbury Schools Boost Paraeducator Pay to Attract Classroom Support
Danbury’s public schools have raised starting pay for paraeducators in a push to strengthen classroom support. The new contract, approved in May, increases hourly wages to between $20 and $23 for new hires, and up to $24 for those with six or more years of service. School officials say the move is part of a […]
Read MoreTow Yard Fire Damages Vehicles in New Milford, No Structures Affected
A fire at a Danbury Road tow yard in New Milford damaged about six vehicles Monday afternoon. Fire Marshal Kevin Reynolds said the flames were contained within 30 minutes by crews from Water Witch Hose and did not spread to any buildings. The blaze was limited to an outdoor fenced area, and the cause is […]
Read MoreExpert Urges More Housing in Branchville As Ridgefield Considers Village Plan
A design expert says Ridgefield’s Branchville neighborhood needs more housing to bring round-the-clock activity to the area. At a recent forum, it was suggested that could be accomplished by adding apartments and condos to the mostly commercial zone near Route 7 and the train station. Ridgefield’s Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing development ideas, including […]
Read More$15 Million to Expand Open Space, Community Parks
Connecticut is awarding more than $15 million in state grants to protect 2,270 acres of open space and create six new green spaces. The funds come through the Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition and Urban Green grant programs. $63,000 of it will help restore parts of 722-acre Tarrywile Park in Danbury through a project […]
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