New Milford Woman Convicted of Sexual Assault and Risk of Injury to a Minor
A New Milford woman has been convicted on 11 counts of second-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor. Prosecutors say 40-year-old Sierra Alves sexually assaulted a 15-year-old. She is scheduled to be sentenced February 19th in Torrington Superior Court.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLamont Asks Agency Leaders to Submit Resignations Ahead of Third Term
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has asked dozens of agency commissioners and senior deputies to submit resignations as he prepares for a third term. His office says the move allows Lamont to review leadership before commissioners are nominated again for legislative approval next year.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Faces Drug Possession and Intent to Sell Charges
A Danbury man is facing drug charges after police say he was selling narcotics from his Peace Street apartment. Police arrested 25-year-old Erick Alberto Friday, then searched his home and reported finding cocaine, MDMA, a scale and packaging materials. Alberto faces possession and intent-to-sell charges and was held on 5-thousand dollars bond.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Highway Tolls Appear Unlikely to Return
Highway tolls appear unlikely to return to Connecticut despite a citizens panel recommending lawmakers reconsider them. Governor Ned Lamont and Republican Ryan Fazio both opposed tolls during the recent campaign, and incoming Senate Democratic leader Bob Duff says bringing them back is not on his agenda.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBanks and Post Offices to Close Wednesday for Veterans Day
Tomorrow is Veterans Day, a federal and state holiday, so banks, post offices and government offices will be closed on Wednesday. Ceremonies to honor and remember those who served in the armed forces will also be held throughout the day across the region.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRidgefield Couple Says Uninvited Teens Overwhelmed Halloween Party
A Ridgefield woman says she and her husband called police after uninvited teens overwhelmed their son’s Halloween party on Settlers Lane. Christina Ungaro claims they served no alcohol and tried repeatedly to clear the crowd. Police reported finding large amounts of alcoholic beverage containers and cited her husband for allegedly allowing minors to possess alcohol.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFirefighters Rescue Person From New Milford House Fire
Firefighters rescued one person from a house fire on Charterhouse Road in New Milford early Sunday. Water Witch Hose Company Number Two says crews responded just before five-thirty and searched the home. The person received lifesaving measures before being turned over to emergency medical personnel. Firefighters from local and surrounding departments helped battle the flames […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Voters Approve Four Year Terms and Charter Changes
Danbury voters approved charter changes extending terms for all elected municipal offices, including mayor, to four years. The revisions also eliminate staggered Board of Education terms and raise the city’s borrowing authority without a referendum from two million to five million dollars. Supporters say the changes will improve planning and government efficiency. Critics had questioned […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Wins Approval for Medicaid Coverage Before Prison Release
Connecticut has received federal approval to begin Medicaid coverage for eligible people 60 days before they leave correctional facilities. Governor Ned Lamont says the initiative will connect people with medical care, mental health services and substance use treatment as they return to their communities. The federal government also approved continued reimbursement for residential and inpatient […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYLeadership Greater Danbury Builds Community Leadership Skills
The Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce is helping prepare future community leaders through its Leadership Greater Danbury program. Participants meet one day a month from January through September, exploring issues including education, transportation, economic development and local government. The program combines discussions with established leaders, visits to regional institutions and a group community service project. […]
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