Connecticut Woman Charged with Abandoning Cat in Putnam County
A 57 year old Danbury woman is facing animal cruelty and abandonment charges after authorities say she left her cat in a plastic container in the woods near Old Milltown Road in Southeast. Putnam County SPCA says Ruth Reynoso admitted dumping the cat after being identified through store surveillance video. The animal was rescued by […]
Read MoreWilton Man Committed for 50 Years in Neighbor’s Killing
A Wilton man found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity in the 2023 stabbing death of his neighbor has been committed to a psychiatric facility for 50 years. Sebastian Andrews fatally stabbed a 39 year old during what experts called a psychotic episode. A three-judge panel issued the ruling after hearing testimony that […]
Read MoreDanbury Man Indicted on Federal Meth Trafficking Charge
A 30 year old Danbury man is facing up to 40 years in federal prison after being indicted on a meth trafficking charge. Brandt Mendelson was arrested after a January traffic stop in Wallingford, where police say they found counterfeit Adderall pills containing meth packaged for shipping. He was released on $100,000 bond and awaits […]
Read MoreJudge Rejects Danbury’s Bid to Dismiss Former Finance Director’s Claim
A state judge has denied Danbury’s request to dismiss a key claim in the lawsuit filed by former finance director David St. Hilaire. St. Hilaire alleges the city fired him without cause and breached his retirement agreement. The ruling pushes the case closer to trial. Danbury had argued St. Hilaire couldn’t seek damages because he […]
Read MoreBethel Company Charged in National Health Care Fraud Takedown
A Bethel medical company faces federal charges as part of a national health care fraud crackdown announced Monday by the Justice Department. The criminal operation involved stolen Medicare patient data used to bill for durable medical equipment not provided. Bethel’s Medical Home Care submitted more than $152,000 in fraudulent claims, with money funneled overseas. The […]
Read MoreCt Lawmaker Accused of Shoplifting From Target Seeks Accelerated Rehabilitation
State Rep. Raghib (Rah-hib) Allie-Brennan, a Democrat from Bethel, is pursuing an accelerated rehabilitation program after being charged with sixth-degree larceny for allegedly shoplifting from a Target store on June 23. Police say security footage showed Allie-Brennan attempted to leave without paying for $26.69 worth of merchandise. His attorney filed the application Monday in state […]
Read MoreNew Milford Moves Fourth of July Fireworks to Young’s Field Road for Better View
Another reminder…. This year’s Fourth of July fireworks in New Milford will move to Young’s Field Road due to overgrown trees blocking the view a the former location. The display will take place this Sunday starting at 9:30 p.m., following a 5:30 p.m. kickoff on the Town Green with music and the annual town sheet […]
Read MoreFirefighters Extinguish Small House Fire on Obtuse Road South in Brookfield
Firefighters in Brookfield quickly knocked down a small fire at a home on Obtuse Road South on Saturday night. Crews arrived just before 9 p.m. and found heavy smoke inside. Officials say the fire was contained to part of the floor and did not spread. No injuries were reported, and nobody was displaced. The scene […]
Read MoreConnecticut Bans Left Lane ‘camping’ on Highways Under New Law
A new Connecticut law now bans drivers from staying in the far-left lane of highways unless they are passing. The measure is aimed at improving safety and aligning with federal highway rules. State officials say the law gives police clearer authority to ticket drivers who block faster traffic, but enforcement will focus on raising awareness […]
Read MoreNew Milford, Kent Plan Ban on Commercial Buses on South Kent Road
New Milford and Kent leaders are working with the state to ban commercial buses from South Kent Road after residents raised safety concerns. The move targets large tour buses headed to Club Getaway, which neighbors say clog the narrow road and create hazards. The plan includes new signage, possible weight limits, and increased police patrols. […]
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