School’s Back In Session
Danbury schools welcomed over 12,000 students back to class on Tuesday, marking the start of the 2024-25 school year. Mayor Roberto Alves also stopped by schools, switching between his roles as mayor and dad. The district aims to raise academic achievement and expects student enrollment to peak at around 12,200 by early 2025.
Read MorePlans Not Revealed After Golf Course Sale
Candlewood Valley Country Club in New Milford has a new owner now. Despite the fact that recent flooding temporarily closed the golf course, it has been sold for $2.5 million to New Milford Golf LLC. The 18-hole public golf course spans nearly 160 acres and includes a banquet hall housed in a converted barn. The […]
Read MoreApproximately 1,000 Workers To Be Furloughed By Connecticut Based Business
The increasingly rocky economy has claimed more jobs. Connecticut-based Pitney Bowes is set to lay off about 1,000 employees across the U.S. between September and November. The layoffs follow the company’s sale of its global e-commerce business after years of financial struggles. Employees affected by the cuts will receive severance payments and outplacement services. Pitney […]
Read MoreLead Pipes Targeted
The EPA has announced $26 million in funding to reduce lead in drinking water at schools and childcare facilities, with $418,000 allocated to Connecticut… aimed at protecting children from lead exposure. The announcement Tuesday, highlights the importance of safe drinking water as students return to school. The funding will allow for testing and remediation efforts […]
Read MoreParaeducator Funding Released
Connecticut is adding $5 million to expand health benefits for classroom paraprofessionals, aiming to fill 1,300 vacant positions statewide. Governor Ned Lamont announced the funding increase yesterday, saying it will help make these essential but lower-paid jobs more attractive. The expanded program will now cover an additional 2,200 paraeducators. With schools across the state starting […]
Read MoreLocal Community Gets National Recognition
A recent poll has ranked two Connecticut events among the most popular Labor Day celebrations in the country. The Mystic Seaport Maritime Festival secured the #34 spot, celebrated for its rich maritime heritage, boat shows, and family-friendly activities. Newtown’s Labor Day Parade, the state’s largest, ranked #85, known for its vibrant floats, marching bands, and […]
Read MoreBank Incident Under Investigation
Southbury police are investigating an incident that took place at Newtown Savings Bank on Main Street South on Wednesday, August 14th. They say a man tried to cash a fraudulent check. Police also say that while the suspect got away before officers arrived, they have now identified him. While no arrest has yet been made, […]
Read MoreFlood Recovery A Slow Process
As the area continues to mop up and recover from the historic flooding, one local community is learning just how hard they were hit. Southbury is facing a massive recovery effort… an estimated $100 million in damage to public infrastructure. The flooding, which hit the town on August 20, pushed buildings off their foundations and […]
Read MoreAnnual Chamber Golf Classic Coming 9/25
The Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce is holding their annual Chamber Golf Classic on September 25th at Ridgewood Country Club. Check-in that day will be from 10:30 to noon. Lunch will be from 11 to 12:15 and the shotgun start will be at 12:30. Contests will include longest drive, closest to the pin, and hole […]
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