Ridgefield Targeting Contaminated Site
Contamination concerns at a former dry cleaner site on High Ridge Avenue in Ridgefield have local residents pushing for a cleanup. The 1.5-acre property is loaded with toxins impacting air, soil, and groundwater, according to state officials. Town leaders and DEEP are working on a comprehensive cleanup plan, with public input now open for 30 […]
Read MoreRed Flag Warning Today
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Connecticut from 7am to 6pm today. Gusty winds, low humidity, and dry conditions have heightened the risk of brush fires across the entire state. The fear is that any fire could spread rapidly. All outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Meanwhile, an emergency burn ban […]
Read MoreInfowars Auction Ends With Top Bid From The Onion
In a surprising twist, satirical news outlet The Onion has purchased Infowars, the media company founded by Alex Jones, during bankruptcy proceedings. The deal, backed by Sandy Hook families, includes Infowars’ website, studio, and archives. The Onion plans to relaunch the site as a parody in 2025. Jones was ordered to pay $1.4 billion for […]
Read MoreNewtown Man Facing Charges
A Newtown man faces charges after police say he fled a state trooper’s traffic stop in Waterbury back in August. Police say 34 year old Todd Pleasants sped off after being pulled over on Route 8 for erratic driving, and then providing an ID that didn’t resemble him. The trooper decided at the time not […]
Read MoreBermuda Is Now A Lot Closer
Starting next April, BermudaAir will offer non-stop flights to Bermuda via Bradley International Airport . The airline will provide twice-weekly service on Thursdays and Sundays, with fares starting at $169 one-way. Airport officials say the new route aligns with their goal to expand international options. BermudAir says Bradley’s strategic location between New York and Boston […]
Read MoreMillion$ Distributed To Western Connecticut Small Businesses
$5.9 million in emergency state funding has been distributed to 278 small businesses and nonprofits in western Connecticut, aiding recovery from severe flooding in August. The funds, part of a one-time emergency grant program, were used for storm cleanup, inventory replacement, and equipment repairs. The program aimed to quickly assist organizations with fewer than 100 […]
Read MoreDeer Season About To Get Underway In Connecticut
Connecticut’s fall firearms deer hunting season kicks off next Wednesday, and hunters and non-hunters alike, are being asked to prioritize safety and respect for others enjoying outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and fishing. There is also a critical need for caution, as the state battles an unprecedented fall wildfire season due to drought and hazardous […]
Read More3,100 Connecticut Commuters To Be Affected By New NYC Toll
New York City’s controversial congestion pricing plan is back. The toll will be $9 for drivers entering Manhattan below 60th Street starting January 5. It could impact around 3,100 Connecticut drivers daily. Critics of the plan, including President-elect Donald Trump, argue it’s a harsh tax.
Read MoreFormer CT Girls Coach Claims He Never Knew Of Law Against Coach-Athlete Relationships
A former Connecticut girls’ basketball coach has been sentenced to four years in prison for second-degree sexual assault. 34 year old Danny Lawhorn was convicted in September for a 2021 incident involving a player under 18. Along with prison time, Lawhorn must register as a sex offender and could face up to six additional years […]
Read MoreDanbury Homeowner’s Fines Really Adding Up
A Danbury homeowner has accumulated over $200,000 in fines in an ongoing blight case involving his Gregory Street property. Richard Gillich has been battling the city for years over junk cars and trash, and now, despite a major city-led cleanup in 2023, officials say the property is now in disrepair again. A judge has authorized […]
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