Local Swim Program Receives National Grant To Expand Access
Some Connecticut town swim programs, including Ridgefield, have received national grant funding to expand access to lessons. The USA Swimming Foundation awarded funding to support water safety training for children and adults. Officials say the money will help remove financial barriers and reach more families in the community. The grants are part of a nationwide […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYPolice Warn Of Dating Scam Targeting Online Users In Ridgefield
Police in Ridgefield are warning residents about a scam involving fake dating profiles. Investigators say suspects build online relationships before asking victims for money, bank access, or shipments of goods. The scammers often claim to be local but say they are temporarily away, sometimes citing military deployment. Authorities urge residents to avoid sending money or […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWaterbury Teacher Seeks Probation In Student Communication Case
42 year old Philip Carl Hughes of Southbury is seeking entry into a diversionary probation program after being charged with inappropriate communication with a student. Police say he sent messages to a 16 year old that made her feel uncomfortable. Hughes has pleaded not guilty and remains free on bond. A judge will now review […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYGoogle Agrees To $135 Million Settlement Over Data Collection Claims
Google has agreed to pay 135 million dollars to settle a class action lawsuit over Android data collection practices. The lawsuit claims devices sent information without user permission, using cellular data. Eligible users, including those here in Connecticut, who used Android devices between 2017 and the settlement approval date may qualify for a payment. A […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNewtown Man Charged After Thousands Of Illicit Files Found
48 year old Paul Melnick of Newtown is facing multiple charges after investigators say thousands of child sexual abuse files were found in a cloud account. Police say the case began after a tip about online contact with someone believed to be an 11 year old girl. Authorities later uncovered more than 36,000 files, many […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Considers New Dog Park Near Candlewood Lake
Danbury officials are moving forward with plans to build a new dog park near Candlewood Lake, which would be the city’s third in the past decade. The proposed site at Hatters Park would include separate fenced areas for large and small dogs along with waste stations. City engineers say the project is designed to avoid […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Mayor Proposes $349 Million Budget With Tax Increase
Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves has proposed a nearly 349 million dollar city budget that includes a 1 POINT 52 percent tax increase. The plan increases spending on public safety, education, and infrastructure, along with adding new police and fire positions. Alves says the impact would be about 25 cents a day for the average homeowner. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYState Grants Aim To Boost Access To Local Food
More than 1 POINT 55 million dollars in state grants is being released to expand access to locally grown food for residents in need. The funding will go to 12 organizations, including food pantries and community groups, helping supply fresh products from Connecticut farms. Officials say the program also supports farmers while filling a gap […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYOfficials Urge Public To Leave Young Wildlife Alone
State wildlife officials are warning the public not to interfere with young animals found alone during the spring and early summer months. Experts say animals like deer, foxes, rabbits, and birds are often not abandoned, even if they appear to be. Officials stress that human contact can do more harm than good, sometimes causing parents […]
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