Court Orders New Trial for Man Imprisoned 18 Years in New Milford Case
Connecticut’s Appellate Court has ordered a new trial for 58 year old Roger Brown, who has served more than 18 years of a 23-year sentence for sexually assaulting two girls in New Milford. Judges ruled police delayed his arrest for years and his trial lawyer failed to challenge it.
Read MoreCar Crashes Into Ridgefield Post Office, One Person Hospitalized
A vehicle slammed into the Ridgefield Post Office on Wednesday morning, causing major structural damage. Fire crews say one person was taken to the hospital. The post office remains closed as Ridgefield Police and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service investigate.
Read MoreWest Nile Virus Found in Mosquitoes in Danbury and Bethel
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been detected in Danbury and Bethel, along with 32 other Connecticut towns. No human cases have been reported so far this year. The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station says risk of infection is highest through October and urges residents to use insect repellent and cover skin, especially at dawn and […]
Read MoreBlack Bear Spotted Outside Brookfield Library
A black bear was spotted outside the Brookfield Library on Wednesday. Police later tracked the bear to the Still River Greenway Trail, about a mile away, before steering it back into the woods. The sighting comes just days before the library’s 50th anniversary celebration, which will feature a public juggling show, concert, and reception.
Read MoreBethel Man Charged After Violent Domestic Assault in New Milford
Police say 25 year old Dane Clark Green Jr. of Bethel choked and threatened to kill a 61 year old woman during an incident that took place in New Milford. The victim told investigators Green attacked her three times, leaving her unconscious after one assault. A witness pulled him away. Green faces charges including strangulation, […]
Read MoreNew Milford Bans Commercial Buses on South Kent Road
The New Milford Town Council has passed an ordinance banning commercial buses from South Kent Road after residents raised safety and traffic concerns. Police can now issue $250 fines for violations. The ban does not apply to school buses or smaller jitneys. Residents said the narrow, winding road is unsafe for large buses, most of […]
Read MoreDeep Reminds Boaters to Buy Ais Stamp Before Labor Day Enforcement
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is warning boaters to purchase an Aquatic Invasive Species Stamp before Labor Day weekend. The stamp is required for anyone operating a registered vessel on inland waters. It costs $7 for individuals or $25 for a vessel decal. Environmental police will step up enforcement, and violators face […]
Read MoreDanbury Police Shut Down Vape Shops for Illegal Thc Sales, Underage Violations
Danbury police and several state agencies raided four vape shops after complaints from parents about illegal THC sales to minors. Cloud House 1, CT Smoke House and Star Rose Smoke Shop all failed compliance checks, with more than 40 pounds of illicit THC products seized. Cloud House II passed inspection but was shut down for […]
Read MoreLamont Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Minneapolis Shooting Victims
Governor Ned Lamont has directed flags in Connecticut to fly at half-staff through sunset Sunday in honor of victims of the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. The order follows a proclamation from President Donald Trump requiring flags nationwide to be lowered.
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