Two Arrested After Multi-Town Police Chase
Two people are facing charges after a police pursuit that stretched across a long list of Connecticut communities. Authorities say a white Nissan Altima linked to earlier incidents in Milford struck multiple police cruisers before becoming disabled near Interstate 95 in Stratford. George Jakubowski of Bridgeport and Louann Bodnar of Milford were arrested and held […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer School Employee Sentenced in Student Sex Assault Case
A former New Fairfield school employee has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to charges involving a 15 year old student. 27 year old Christopher Maurice Fernandes of Bethel admitted to second-degree sexual assault, risk of injury to a child and harmful communication with a minor. He will also serve a […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFaculty Vote No Confidence in CSCU Leadership
Faculty senates across Connecticut’s public college system have approved votes of no confidence in system leadership. The action follows the resignation of Interim Chancellor O. John Maduko amid a sexual harassment investigation. Faculty members are calling for greater accountability, transparency and state involvement in reviewing the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYEversource Rates Could Climb in 2027
Connecticut customers served by Eversource could see electric bills rise by at least 13 percent beginning in July 2027. The proposed increase is tied to infrastructure upgrades, storm recovery costs and other system investments. State officials have criticized the request, while regulators are expected to closely review the proposal before any final decision.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYKennedy Avenue Bridge Project Underway in Danbury
A major rehabilitation project is underway on Danbury’s aging Kennedy Avenue Bridge. The $4.6 million project is being fully funded through state and federal grants, with no cost to local taxpayers. Construction is expected to take about 10 months, while Kennedy Avenue remains open to traffic for most of the work.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYApartment Plan Withdrawn for Former Ridgefield Animal Sanctuary
A proposal to build about 40 apartments on the former Binn Animal Rescue property in Ridgefield has been withdrawn. The developer’s attorney cited disagreements with the town’s Inland Wetlands Board over project design and review fees. The nearly 20-acre site has been the focus of ongoing debate about development and preserving green space.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYShopRite Seeks Approval for Electronic Sign in Danbury
Danbury zoning officials are considering a request from ShopRite to install an electronic message sign at Nutmeg Square on Newtown Road. The proposed sign would change messages every two-and-a-half minutes, which the supermarket argues does not qualify as flashing under city regulations. The request is tied to ShopRite’s effort to reopen the former Stop & […]
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