Squantz Pond State Park Reopens After Storm Damage
Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield has reopened after being closed for more than a week following the July Fourth storms. Officials say crews removed broken and hanging tree limbs that posed safety hazards. The park uses a limited reservation system for vehicle passes.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYCyclosporiasis Cases Rise in Connecticut
Connecticut health officials have confirmed 35 cases of cyclosporiasis, nearly double the number reported at this time last year. No specific food source has been identified. Residents are urged to thoroughly wash fresh produce and seek medical care immediately if symptoms arise.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBethel Man Avoids Jail in Fatal Hit-and-Run Case
66 year old Andrew Hitchcock of Bethel received a suspended three-year prison sentence and three years of probation in a 2025 hit-and-run crash that killed 65 year old Michael Rieve. Hitchcock also must complete 50 hours of community service.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFundraiser Helps New Fairfield Family After Fire
More than 15-thousand dollars has been raised for a New Fairfield family whose home was destroyed by a lightning-sparked fire during the July Fourth storms. The family escaped safely with its pets, but the house is uninhabitable and could take up to a year to rebuild.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDangerous Heat Expected
Area residents are being urged to take precautions as heat index values climb above 100 degrees through this evening. People should stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during the hottest hours and check on seniors, neighbors and anyone without air conditioning.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYEversource Customers Cut Power Demand During Heat Wave
Eversource says customers enrolled in its ConnectedSolutions programs reduced electricity demand by 227 megawatts during the July 2 heat wave. The reduction was equal to the power used by about 45,000 homes and helped support reliable service during peak demand.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSip 4 Support Fundraiser Planned in Danbury
Four Danbury-area nonprofits will benefit from the Sip 4 Support fundraiser September 17 at Golf Lounge 18 in the Danbury Fair Mall. The 40-dollar admission includes a drink, appetizers and golf simulators. Proceeds will support Habitat for Humanity and three other community organizations.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYJerry Craft Programs Set at Danbury Library
The Danbury Library will host two programs with award-winning author and illustrator Jerry Craft on Friday, July 24. A cartooning workshop for children and teens begins at 3 p.m., followed by a conversation, meet-and-greet and book signing at Palace Danbury beginning at 6 p.m.
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