Brookfield Marks Temporary Moratorium On Multi-Family Apps
The Brookfield Zoning Commission has announced a temporary moratorium on new multifamily housing applications, effective October 12. The decision, which extends through December 1, 2026, was made in response to significant growth in the area, with 385 new units built since 2016 and more under construction. The moratorium allows the town to evaluate its current […]
Read MoreConnecticut Sending Aid To Flood Ravaged North Carolina
Connecticut’s urban search and rescue team has been deployed to North Carolina to assist in Hurricane Helene recovery efforts, after western North Carolina was devastated by historic flooding that completely wiped out some towns. The team includes eight state and local volunteers trained in search and swift water rescue. They left Friday evening and will […]
Read MoreDanbury Woman Gets Reprieve From Prison Sentence
A Danbury woman charged in the 2021 overdose death of her 1-year-old grandson has been granted early release. 64 year old Cora Brandon was freed after serving less than half of her four-year sentence for manslaughter and child endangerment. Brandon was initially sentenced to 10 years, with four to be served, following her guilty plea. […]
Read MoreLegal Liability Of Danbury Ballooning
The legal liability of the city of Danbury to Party Depot owners John and Cindy Girolametti has increased from $16.8 million to over $18.5 million amid an ongoing appeal. Following a jury’s negligence ruling last October, the city’s appeal has compounded the amount owed due to post-judgment interest. The city is set to file its […]
Read MoreNew Milford Man Headed To Prison For Fraud
A former New Milford resident has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for failing to report more than $2.8 million in business income to avoid taxes. 72 year old Kevin Biebel was sentenced in federal court on Friday. He pleaded guilty earlier this year to filing a false tax return and admitted to avoiding […]
Read MoreLamont Announces Watershed Protections
Governor Ned Lamont has announced the protection of 1,364 acres of watershed lands in Winchester, marking the largest conservation project funded by the Highlands Conservation Act in its 20-year history. Winchester is the first community to benefit from this program, which protects 3.4 million acres across four states. The land will remain a source of […]
Read MoreConnecticut Care 4 Kids Expands Eligibility
Connecticut is expanding access to child care and early education programs, benefiting more families and lowering costs. Starting January 1, 2025, family fees for the Care 4 Kids program will be capped at 7% of household income, down from 10%, saving families about $200 per month. Additionally, as of October 1, 2024, families can remain […]
Read MoreConnecticut Digital Government Efforts Graded A-
The Center for Digital Government has awarded Connecticut an “A-” grade for the second year in a row, recognizing its digital government efforts. The state also ranked first in the nation for digital services related to transportation and motor vehicles. It comes following the state’s progress in making digital services more accessible through platforms like […]
Read MoreBrookfield Fire Chief Stepping Down
Brookfield Fire Chief Andrew Ellis has retired after 12 years in the role, but although he is stepping down as chief, Ellis will remain involved… as a driver, firefighter, and EMT. He says he made the decision based on a desire to focus on family, career, and education. Assistant Chief Derek Broadmeyer, a 14-year department […]
Read MoreFormer School Cafeteria Aide In New Fairfield Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison
A former New Fairfield Middle School cafeteria aide has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, suspended after 30 months, for sexually assaulting a student. 33 year old Andie Rosafort pleaded guilty to second-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to a minor. Rosafort was accused of exchanging explicit messages with the student before having […]
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