Newtown Apartment Plan Redrawn Around Breeding Pool
A developer has revised plans for 300 apartments on Route 6 in Newtown after a seasonal breeding pool was found on the property. The pool contains wood frogs, spotted salamanders and fairy shrimp. The developer says construction would stay more than 100 feet from the pool and nearby wetland. Newtown’s wetlands commission will review the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Sentenced in Child Sexual Abuse Material Case
43 year old Justin Prescott of Danbury has been sentenced to 30 months in prison after pleading guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material. Court records show a 10-year sentence was suspended after the prison term, followed by 12 years of probation. State police say they found 93 images and 10 videos on Prescott’s laptop […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNewtown Approves Horse Trail Crossing Near Wetland
Newtown’s wetlands commission has approved a new crossing for a horse trail near a swamp. The Newtown Bridle Lands Association needed to reroute part of its trail after losing access to a homeowner’s property. The approved plan uses gravel wrapped in fabric to carry horses across a wet section while avoiding the most sensitive area. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFilmmakers Seek Memories of 1970 Danbury Explosions
Filmmakers researching the Pardue brothers are asking people who remember three explosions in Danbury in 1970 to share what they know. The documentary also examines bank robberies and killings linked to the brothers. The filmmakers are looking for photographs, news clippings and firsthand accounts. They’ll hold a public session tomorrow from 10 to 4 at […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Urges Care With Heating Oil Contracts
Connecticut consumer officials are urging homeowners to read heating oil contracts carefully before signing this fall. A fixed price locks in the cost per gallon, while a capped price sets a maximum that may fall with the market. Check whether delivery is automatic, ask about extra fees and make sure unused prepaid credit can be […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Launches Fire Explorers Program
Danbury is launching a Fire Explorers program for residents ages 14 to 17. Participants will meet twice a month to learn about fire safety, emergency response and teamwork from city firefighters. An open house is set for October third, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the fire training facility on Plumtrees Road. Applicants must […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMannKind Reports Early Results for Inhaled Lung Treatment
Danbury-based MannKind says an early clinical trial of its inhaled treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis met its main goal. The company reported that the treatment was generally safe and well tolerated by patients in the study. The trial did not establish whether it improves their condition. Mayor Roberto Alves praised the company’s work in Danbury, […]
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