New Milford Police Plan DUI Checkpoint
New Milford police will conduct a DUI checkpoint on Danbury Road from seven tonight until three Saturday morning. The checkpoint will be located between Larson Road and Candlewood Lake Road South. Drivers are urged to arrange a safe ride home.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYTrucker Identified in Fatal Danbury Crash
State police have identified 42 year old Jason Valarezo of Manchester, New Hampshire, as the truck driver killed in Wednesday’s Interstate 84 crash in Danbury. His tractor-trailer struck another big rig parked near Exit One. That truck’s driver suffered minor injuries.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYSpotted Lanternflies Spread Across Connecticut
Spotted lanternflies have been reported in 153 of Connecticut’s 169 towns. The invasive insects are now larger and more visible as they reach adulthood. Residents are urged to report sightings and destroy egg masses found on outdoor surfaces.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFederal Judge Weighs Connecticut Agent Mask Ban
A federal judge is considering whether to block Connecticut’s ban on masks for federal immigration agents. The Justice Department argues the state cannot regulate federal officers. Connecticut maintains the law protects the public and holds agents accountable.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Expands Police Officer Eligibility
Danbury will allow permanent legal residents and DACA recipients to become police officers. The City Council approved the change 18 to two. All applicants must meet the same background, testing, training and fitness standards.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYScam Reports Surge In Connecticut And Nationwide
The Better Business Bureau says scam reports jumped 80 percent last year to 146 thousand. Investment and cryptocurrency schemes were the riskiest, with a median loss of five thousand dollars. Social media and text messages are increasingly being used to target victims.
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