Bethel Names New Schools Chief With 230 Thousand Dollar Salary
Bethel Public Schools has finalized a contract for its next superintendent, setting a first year salary of 230 thousand dollars. Albert Sackey, a longtime educator and current Hartford Public Schools administrator, will take over the role July 1. Sackey’s three year contract runs through mid 2029 and includes additional benefits like a retirement annuity and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeadline Nears To Switch Parties For Connecticut Primary
Connecticut voters have just days left to change their party affiliation ahead of this year’s primary election. State officials say the deadline is May 11 for anyone who wants to vote in a different party’s August primary. Under state law, only registered party members can take part in their party’s primary. Voters who are already […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDeputy Has Charge Dropped In Domestic Case But Remains Suspended
A Putnam County deputy sheriff has had one of the charges against him dropped in a domestic incident case. A judge dismissed the harassment charge against 43 year old Kevin Osik during a court appearance, at the request of the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office. Osik had originally been charged with assault and harassment following […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWilton Leaders Raise Concerns Over Delayed Town Audit
Frustration is growing among Wilton leaders over delays in completing the town’s fiscal year 2025 audit. Several members of the Board of Selectmen say communication has been lacking, especially from a consultant hired to reconcile the town’s finances. Officials say the audit has already missed multiple internal deadlines, though town leadership insists the work will […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBeardsley Zoo Closes After Threatening Calls Prompt Lockdown
The Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport shut down operations for a day after receiving a series of threatening phone calls. Officials say the calls triggered emergency safety protocols, including a temporary lock-in and lock-out of the facility. Zoo leaders say the threats appeared to be a case of swatting, where false reports are made to trigger […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYState Seeks Vendor To Restore Concessions At Lake Waramaug Park
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is looking for a new vendor to bring food and beverage services back to Lake Waramaug State Park. The state has issued a request for proposals for a three year contract to operate concessions and a campground store at the popular park. Officials say the facility has […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Council Approves Budget With Tax Increase Under 1 Percent
The Danbury City Council has approved a new city budget backed by Mayor Roberto Alves, keeping the tax levy increase below one percent. The plan passed by a 19 to 1 vote after the council agreed to lower the proposed mill rate to 25 point 23 mills, a 0 point 96 percent increase. Mayor Alves […]
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