Stew Leonard’s Names New Danbury Store Vice President
34 year old Andrew Hollis has been named vice president of Stew Leonard’s Danbury store. Hollis is the grandson of company founder Stew Leonard Senior and the nephew of CEO Stew Leonard Junior. He previously worked at the chain’s Yonkers location and spent five years with Polar Beverages before returning to the family business.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Car Tax Elimination Faces Long Odds
Connecticut lawmakers continue pushing to eliminate the state’s unpopular vehicle property tax. State Senator MD Rahman wants to phase it out over five years, but towns rely on more than one billion dollars in annual revenue. Economists say replacing that money would make eliminating the tax extremely difficult.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNew Milford Approves Historic Home Conversions
New Milford has approved plans to restore two historic homes and convert each into four modern apartments. Sherman builder Mark Lokhin plans to preserve the buildings’ original character while renovating the interiors. The homes are on Bennitt and East streets in the town’s Center Historic District.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Woman Faces Possible Charges in Second Newborn Case
28 year old Dominique Harrison of Danbury is already charged with murder with special circumstances in the 2018 death of her newborn son. Court documents say investigators are now focused on another baby Harrison says she delivered in 2019. Assistant State’s Attorney Mary-Caitlin Harding says that investigation could bring additional serious charges. Harrison remains jailed […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFDA Says Lettuce Test Was a False Positive
The FDA says a Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce sample initially reported positive for cyclospora was actually a false positive. Even so, officials say the correction does not change the investigation or voluntary recall tied to shredded lettuce from central Mexico. More than 1,600 illnesses and 94 hospitalizations have been reported across five states, including Connecticut.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFake QR Codes Target Connectucut Residents
AARP here in Connecticut is warning about scammers placing fraudulent stickers over legitimate QR codes or sending fake codes by email and text. The codes can direct users to websites designed to steal personal information or money. Anyone who suspects a scam can call 877-908-3360.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Plans Advanced Nuclear Energy Workshop
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will hold a virtual public workshop Wednesday to discuss workforce development and economic opportunities connected to advanced nuclear energy. State officials say the session will help determine Connecticut’s readiness for possible future nuclear power projects.
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