Day: March 25, 2026

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Brookfield Names New Head Football Coach For 2026

Brookfield High School has named Louie D’Arcangelo as its new head football coach for the 2026 season. The former player and longtime assistant takes over while current coach Bryan Muller steps away for family reasons. D’Arcangelo has spent about 20 years with the program and now steps into the top role after helping lead multiple […]

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State Worker Contract Heads To House Vote

A proposed four-year contract covering nearly 37-hundred Connecticut state workers is heading to a House vote. The deal includes annual raises of about 2.5 percent for the first three years, along with step increases based on experience. The agreement would cost the state tens of millions of dollars and covers a wide range of jobs, […]

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Lamont Drops Push For Gas Tax Holiday

Connecticut’s governor is backing off a proposed gas tax holiday as prices at the pump begin to level off. The move comes after lawmakers showed little interest in advancing the plan. Officials say the idea could still return if fuel prices start rising again, but for now, no action is being taken.

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Bright Headlights Fuel Growing Driver Complaints

A new AAA survey finds about six in ten Connecticut drivers say glare from headlights is a problem at night, with many saying it’s getting worse. Experts point to brighter LED lights and taller vehicles as key factors behind the issue. Despite the complaints, studies show headlight glare is linked to only a small number […]

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Modular Homes Bill Targets Affordable Housing Gap

A proposed Connecticut law would count modular homes toward affordable housing requirements in an effort to boost supply. Supporters say factory-built homes can cost 10 to 25 percent less and help more families buy homes. Critics argue the plan could weaken long-term affordability standards since modular homes may not stay affordable over time.

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Newtown Orders Developer To Build Covered Bridge

Town officials in Newtown are telling a bankrupt developer he must follow through on a long-promised covered bridge at an apartment complex. Planners rejected arguments that the structure is unnecessary, saying it was part of the original approval and must be completed. The project won’t be considered finished until the requirement is met, even as […]

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Connecticut To Host Outdoor Recreation Day At State Capitol

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will host the state’s first Outdoor Recreation Day April thirtieth at the State Capitol in Hartford. The event will highlight outdoor businesses, guides, and recreation groups while promoting opportunities across Connecticut’s parks and trails. Officials say the industry is now a six billion dollar part of the […]

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Danbury PAL To Honor Local Leaders At Spotlight Breakfast

The Danbury Police Athletic League is set to recognize three longtime community contributors at its sixth annual Spotlight Breakfast May fifteenth. Mary Gregory, Debbie deFriesse, and Maura Keenan will be honored for years of leadership and service supporting youth programs in the Danbury area. The event will take place at Anthony’s on the Lake, where […]

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Danbury Chamber To Host Election Year Legislative Forum

The Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce is set to host an election year legislative forum April tenth from seven thirty to nine at the Amber Room Colonnade. Governor Ned Lamont is scheduled as keynote speaker, with regional leaders expected to address business and economic issues impacting the area. Organizers say the event will give attendees […]

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Danbury Launches First Smart Bin For Food Waste Recycling

The City of Danbury is rolling out its first food scrap recycling program with a new 24-7 organics smart bin. A ribbon cutting led by Mayor Roberto Alves is set for today at the Police Athletic League on Hayestown Road. Officials say the system lets residents use a smartphone app to securely drop off food […]

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