Connecticut 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 […]
Read MoreSchool Violence On The Rise In Danbury
Danbury schools are reporting a rise in suspensions and expulsions, with teachers reporting daily incidents of noncompliance, verbal abuse, and even physical threats. The situation is said to be particularly concerning at the elementary level, where aggressive behavior is increasing. State data shows out-of-school suspensions reached 977 in the 2022-23 school year, up from 685 […]
Read MoreAssistant Coach In New Milford Steps Down Amid Accusations
An assistant New Milford soccer coach has resigned after being accused of striking a student during practice. Lou Pereira stepped down following an investigation into an incident in which he allegedly slapped a student across the face in front of the team back in August. While the school district has completed its investigation, the Department […]
Read MoreConnecticut Hunting & Fishing Day Saturday
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection invites everyone to celebrate “Hunting and Fishing Day” at Black Rock State Park in Watertown on Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM. The event coincides with National Hunting and Fishing Day and will feature family-friendly activities, including fishing, trout stocking, fly fishing lessons, and wildlife demonstrations. […]
Read MoreFire Prevention Week Begins October 6th
National Fire Prevention Week runs from October 6 to 12, and Public Education Coordinator Alan Zygmunt from the Connecticut Fire Academy is reminding families that working smoke alarms are the best defense against home fires. He says, “The risk of dying in a home fire is cut in half with working smoke alarms.” Key tips: […]
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