Bimbo Bakeries Closing Outlets
- Ed Histed
- March 29, 2024
Bimbo Bakeries is closing three Connecticut outlet stores. Earlier this week… on Wednesday… a sign at the entrance to the Bimbo Bakeries USA outlet in Naugatuck said that the store has permanently closed. Now we have learned that two other Bimbo Bakeries Outlets here in Connecticut in Cromwell and in Orange… are also closing down. […]
Read MoreProposed Constitutional Amendments
- Ed Histed
- March 29, 2024
In a contentious session, the Democratic-led Government Administration & Elections Committee approved two proposed amendments to the Connecticut Constitution. These amendments touch on several sensitive issues: environmental protection, gender rights, and reproductive care. But the path to voter approval is steep. The amendments require an unlikely three-quarters majority in both the House and Senate. If […]
Read More4th Annual Spotlight Breakfast For Danbury PAL
- Ed Histed
- March 29, 2024
On Friday, April 26st the Danbury PAL will celebrate its 4th Annual Spotlight Breakfast honoring five Danbury community leaders. The Danbury PAL Spotlight Breakfast Honorees began in 2019 to “Spotlight” local heroes who have worked endlessly to make our organization what it is today. Awardees are not only recognized during the annual breakfast, but they […]
Read MoreFlags At Half Staff To Honor Late Former Senator
- Ed Histed
- March 29, 2024
Governor Ned Lamont has announced that as a mark of solemn respect for the memory and longstanding service of former U.S. Senator Joseph I. Lieberman, he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of the former senator’s funeral, which has been scheduled for today. […]
Read MorePancakes, Sausage, And Beer?
- Ed Histed
- March 29, 2024
The Danbury IHOP wants to expand its horizons by offering beer and wine. Now, city leaders are grappling with the unexpected request for a permit to serve beer and wine at their East End location. According to the local franchise owner, with beer and wine on the menu, IHOP hopes patrons will explore more than […]
Read MoreNew Life For Old Buildings
- Ed Histed
- March 29, 2024
In New Milford, the fate of two former schools hangs in the balance. With an estimated $37 million needed for repairs, innovative solutions are being proposed. The historic 50 East St. and John Pettibone Community Center buildings could find new life as an arts center or even housing. Rob Burkhart, president of the New Milford […]
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