Former Kent School Worker Avoids Jail In Plea Deal
A former Kent School IT worker has accepted a plea deal after prosecutors say he accessed private student photos and files. Forty nine year old Daniel Clery of Brookfield pleaded no contest to two computer crime charges and will avoid jail under a fully suspended 10 year sentence. He will also have to register as […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTentative Deal Gives Connecticut Workers Pay Raises
About 3,700 Connecticut state workers could see pay increases under a tentative labor agreement now heading to the full legislature. The deal includes 2 point 5 percent annual raises plus step increases over three years, totaling roughly 7 point 5 percent or more. Lawmakers have advanced the contract, but some are raising concerns about long-term […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFinal Arguments Heard In Aquarion Water Sale Dispute
State regulators have heard final arguments over the proposed 2 point 4 billion dollar sale of Aquarion Water to the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority. Supporters say the deal benefits customers, while opponents warn it could lead to higher rates and long-term debt. A final decision from regulators is expected by March 25.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Democrats Pitch School Aid To Ease Property Taxes
Connecticut House Democrats are proposing 100 to 150 million dollars in grants to help towns pay for schools and reduce pressure on property taxes. The money would come from a 500 million dollar state fund now being discussed for energy rebates and other relief. Lawmakers say the goal is to help municipalities avoid school cuts […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Pension Costs Near 3 Billion
Connecticut spent a record 2 point 75 billion dollars on pensions for retired state workers and surviving beneficiaries in the last fiscal year. That is up 500 million dollars from the year before and puts pension and retiree health costs at about 13 percent of the state budget. State data also show more than 400 […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYGas Leaf Blower Ban Unlikely This Year In Connecticut
Connecticut lawmakers are backing off a proposed ban on gas-powered leaf blowers, at least for now. A bill calling for a full ban by 2030 will not move forward this session, facing strong pushback from both parties. Still, the debate is far from over, with lawmakers expected to pursue alternative measures encouraging electric equipment. The […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMissing Covered Bridge Complicates Newtown Apartment Sale
A long-promised covered bridge that was never built is now holding up the sale of a Newtown apartment complex. The developer defaulted on a 57 million dollar loan and agreed to sell the property, but the town won’t sign off until the bridge is completed as originally approved. Town leaders say the requirement still stands, […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Arrested In Parking Garage Stalking Case
Danbury police have made an arrest tied to a suspicious device discovered at the Rizzo Parking Garage at Danbury Hospital. Investigators say the device, found in November, was later identified as a GPS tracker used in a domestic stalking case. Authorities determined the vehicle’s owner removed the device and placed it in the garage, prompting […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Hit By Surge In Robocalls As Scam Complaints Lag
A new report finds Connecticut residents are getting hammered with robocalls, totaling more than 422 million each year. That breaks down to about 113 calls per person, as nationwide robocalls have jumped 17 percent since 2020. Despite the surge, complaints remain low, with just one report filed for every 32 thousand calls last year. Researchers […]
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