Connecticut To Spread Snap Benefits Over Eight Days Starting March
Connecticut is changing how SNAP food assistance benefits are distributed beginning March 1. Benefits for roughly 336,000 recipients will be issued over eight days instead of three. State officials say spreading out deposits will ease overcrowding at grocery stores and improve access to fresh food. The new schedule will be based on the last two […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Colleges Rank High In National Online Degree Rankings
Several Connecticut colleges are being recognized among the nation’s best for online degree programs in new rankings from U.S. News and World Report. The University of New Haven earned the top national ranking for its online master’s program in criminal justice. The University of Connecticut also placed high for online nursing, business, and engineering programs. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRidgefield Man Charged After Police Seize Illegal Firearm Suppressors
A Ridgefield man has pleaded not guilty to four felony weapon charges after police say illegal firearm suppressors and gun components were seized from his Main Street apartment. 32 year old Patrick Doty was arrested January 2 following a September incident that began with a medical emergency call. Police say they recovered metal and 3D […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYUtility Pauses New Milford Battery Farm Application Amid Concerns
A Colorado based utility has paused its application to build a large battery energy storage facility in New Milford. Flatiron Energy says it is halting its request before the Connecticut Siting Council to address safety and environmental concerns raised by residents. The proposed 140 megawatt battery farm would be located on Aspetuck Ridge Road. Company […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLane Shut Down On Interstate 84 In Danbury After Crash
A left lane on Interstate 84 east in Danbury was closed after a single car crash Tuesday morning. State transportation officials say a vehicle hit a guardrail near Exit 2 around 9:30. The car was removed before 10:30 and the lane was re-opened. No injuries were reported.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeep To Hold Virtual Workshop On Advanced Nuclear Energy
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will hold a virtual public workshop Tuesday, February 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. The session will focus on advanced nuclear reactors, plant siting, safety, security, and spent fuel management. National experts, including a former Nuclear Regulatory Commission chairman and senior officials from federal agencies and industry […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpace In The Community Brings Astronaut And Stem Learning To Danbury
Danbury Public Schools will host Space in the Community from February 9 through 13, bringing hands on space and STEM learning to students districtwide. The program is hosted by the Space Foundation in partnership with The Petit Family Foundation. Students will study NASA’s Artemis mission and meet retired Navy Capt Winston Scott, a former NASA […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYGreater Danbury Chamber of Commerce Super Bowl LX Business After Business Kickoff
The Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Super Bowl LX Business After Business kickoff Wednesday, February 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will be held at NewSylum Brewing Company on Keating Farms Avenue in Newtown. Admission is $55 for chamber members and $70 for non members. The evening includes two beverages […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLamont Extends Severe Cold Weather Protocol Through February 5
Governor Ned Lamont has extended Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol through noon Thursday, February 5, citing forecasts showing dangerously cold temperatures lasting at least another ten days. Shelters and warming centers remain open statewide, with transportation available. Residents needing assistance are urged to call 2-1-1 or visit www.211ct.org
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