Long Island To Connecticut Bridge Proposal Back On Table
A proposal to build a bridge linking Long Island and Connecticut is back under discussion. Supporters say the fourteen mile span from Kings Park, New York, to Bridgeport could cost about fifty billion dollars and would cut travel time between the two states. Lawmakers recently held a public hearing on creating a Connecticut Bridge Authority […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDarien Homeowner Shoots Suspect During Break-In Attempt
Police in Darien say a homeowner shot one of three masked intruders during an early morning break-in attempt at a house on Five Mile River Road. Officers say the family, including two small children, was inside when the suspects got into the home using a hidden key. Authorities say at least one suspect was armed. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYIllegal Marijuana Grow Operation Uncovered In Redding Home
Police say a fight at a Redding home led to the discovery of an illegal marijuana growing operation. Investigators say officers responding to the disturbance found drugs and growing equipment inside the residence of 33 year old Nicholas H. Kominski. Authorities later seized more than one hundred marijuana plants, processed cannabis, and suspected hashish. Kominski […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYThree People Arrested In New Fairfield Home Burglary
Connecticut State Police say three people were arrested following a burglary at a home on Lamont Road in New Fairfield. Troopers responded to a report of an active break in Wednesday evening, where they say 46 year old Jared B. Brown of New Milford tried to run but was caught after a brief chase. Two […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNewtown Man Arrested In Online Minor Enticement Case
A Newtown man is facing charges after police say he tried to arrange a sexual meeting with someone he believed was an 11 year old girl. Authorities say 48 year old Paul W. Melnick was arrested after members of an online “predator catcher” group alerted police. Investigators say Melnick exchanged explicit messages and attempted to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRush Hour Shoulder Lane Proposed For I 84 In Danbury
Connecticut transportation officials are proposing a new rush hour shoulder lane on Interstate 84 in Danbury to ease heavy congestion. The plan would allow drivers to use the inside shoulder as a temporary travel lane between the Danbury Fair Mall area and Exit seven during peak traffic times. The project could cost about two hundred […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Activates Severe Cold Weather Protocol
Connecticut officials hava again activated the state’s severe cold weather protocol as a winter system brings sleet and freezing rain to northern areas. The protocol went into effect on Thursday evening and it runs through midday today to protect vulnerable residents. State agencies are coordinating with shelters and the United Way to provide warming centers […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Receives 154 Million Federal Grant For Rural Health Care
Connecticut is receiving more than one hundred fifty four million dollars in federal funding to improve health care access in rural communities. The grant will support projects aimed at expanding mental health services, strengthening the health care workforce, and improving technology used to deliver care. The state Department of Social Services will oversee the program, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYGovernor Marks International Open Data Day In Connecticut
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is highlighting the state’s commitment to government transparency as part of International Open Data Day. State officials say the Connecticut Open Data Portal now provides public access to more than six hundred datasets collected by state agencies. The online system allows residents, researchers, and businesses to review information on topics ranging […]
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