Danbury School Budget Increase Under Fire
- Ed Histed
- February 7, 2025
Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves is calling the Board of Education’s request for a $34 million budget increase “unprecedented.” The proposed budget, a 21% increase, includes funding for the new Danbury High School West and efforts to retain and recruit staff.
Read MoreFederal Judge Denies Jones/Sandy Hook Families Settlement
- Ed Histed
- February 7, 2025
A federal judge has denied a $16 million deal for Sandy Hook families to receive Alex Jones’ bankruptcy assets. The ruling delays the ongoing defamation case, leaving Jones under protection from federal bankruptcy laws while the families wait for compensation.
Read MoreCutting Prescription Costs Aim Of New Legislation
- Ed Histed
- February 7, 2025
Governor Ned Lamont is pushing for new legislation aimed at cutting prescription drug costs in Connecticut. His proposal includes measures to let patients count lower-cost drug purchases toward insurance deductibles, limit annual price hikes on generic drugs to inflation, and explore importing medications from Canada. The move builds on the state’s partnership with the ArrayRx […]
Read MoreProspector Theater Expanding With A “Bang”
- Ed Histed
- February 7, 2025
The Prospector Theater in Ridgefield is expanding its mission by opening a popcorn factory at Nod Hill Brewery. The new 5,000-square-foot facility will create dozens of job opportunities, allowing the theater to produce more popcorn. The theater, which employs many workers with special needs, plans to expand distribution to hotels and supermarkets, giving people across […]
Read MoreLamont Talking Tax Credits
- Ed Histed
- February 7, 2025
Governor Ned Lamont’s proposed budget includes a property tax credit increase for 800,000 Connecticut residents. The credit would rise from $300 to $350, benefiting single filers earning up to $70,000 and joint filers earning up to $100,000. The proposal is currently under negotiation with the state legislature.
Read MoreDanbury House Fire
- Ed Histed
- February 7, 2025
Fire crews in Danbury responded to a house fire on Hoyt Street Thursday afternoon. Fortunately, no one was injured. The fire department got the call yesterday around 4:30 p.m., bringing in 10 companies to battle the flames. The cause of the fire remains to be determined.
Read MoreDanbury Mayor Accused Of Becoming Part-Timer
- Ed Histed
- February 6, 2025
Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves is facing criticism after being elected chair of the Connecticut Democratic Party. The Danbury GOP claims the role makes Alves a “part-time mayor,” arguing it conflicts with the city charter, which requires the mayor to devote full time to the office. Alves meanwhile, defended his commitment, calling the concerns political. Alves […]
Read MoreSentence Handed Down For Fairfield County Bank Robberies
- Ed Histed
- February 6, 2025
A Stamford man has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for a string of bank robberies in Fairfield County. 52 year old Francesco Pensiero took part in three armed robberies in October 2020, threatening bank employees and stealing thousands in cash. In one case, he forced workers to lie on […]
Read MoreBethel Developer Gains Approval For Housing Project, With New Conditions Added
- Ed Histed
- February 6, 2025
A Bethel developer, Tim Draper, has received approval for a six-apartment affordable housing project after a legal dispute with the town’s Planning and Zoning Commission. While the project was approved, new conditions were added, and the developer’s lawsuit continues. Draper aims to replace a single-family home on Putnam Park Road with two new apartment buildings.
Read MoreGovernor Coming To Danbury In March
- Ed Histed
- February 6, 2025
Governor Ned Lamont is set to headline the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce’s annual Eggs & Issues Legislative Forum on March 28 at the Amber Room Colonnade. The event runs from 7:30 to 9 a.m., giving local business leaders a chance to discuss key legislative issues affecting the region. Hosted by the Chamber, the forum […]
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