Anne Armeno To Serve On Southbury Board Of Selectmen
Anne Armeno has been appointed to the Southbury Board of Selectmen, filling the seat vacated by Jason Buchsbaum, who stepped down to serve as state representative for the 69th House District after winning the November election. Armeno, a Republican and longtime Southbury resident, brings extensive local government experience, having chaired the Southbury Republican Town Committee […]
Read MoreHistoric Danbury Church Relocating
The historic Baptist Church of Danbury, founded in 1785, has purchased a new home in Brookfield for $1.1 million. The church, known for its ties to composer Charles Ives and a pastor’s role in Abraham Lincoln’s funeral, will begin services at the Tower Road location on January 5. The move comes after selling its Danbury […]
Read MoreLots Of Growth Planned In Danbury For The Coming Year
Danbury is set to see several major development projects in 2025. The Danbury Fair mall plans to convert the vacant Lord & Taylor store into up to 140 apartments; a former Crowne Plaza hotel will be transformed into micro-apartments and innovation studios. At the Reserve, a large-scale residential community will see the addition of single-family […]
Read MoreDanbury Homeless Increasing Demand On City Resources
In Danbury there is an increasing demand for shelter space for the homeless, with up to 50 people typically seeking emergency housing on winter nights. The city’s shelters are often full, with some relying on makeshift solutions like sleeping in cars. Local agencies say the rise in homelessness is linked to a lack of affordable […]
Read MoreGovernor Lamont Orders Flags At Half Staff To Honor Former President Jimmy Carter
Governor Ned Lamont has ordered U.S. and state flags in Connecticut to be lowered to half-staff to honor President Jimmy Carter, who passed away today in Plains, Georgia. Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on January 28th, in accordance with federal law requiring a 30-day observance for the death of a president. The directive […]
Read MoreNew Filming Planned For New Milford
New Milford is set to host another film production in the coming spring and summer. Following two recent movie projects, including the horror-thriller The Monster, a production company has scouted the town for its next film. The New Milford Film Commission confirmed initial preparations are underway, though project details remain under wraps, but it has […]
Read MoreGo For A Hike!
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is inviting residents to kick off the New Year with a First Day Hike on January 1st. Guided and self-guided hikes will take place at 16 state parks and forests, offering options for families and avid hikers alike. Parking is free for Connecticut-registered vehicles through the Passport […]
Read MoreLots Of Plans For Development In Danbury For
Three major housing development projects in Newtown are drawing both excitement and opposition as they move forward into 2025. A plan for 117 homes near Taunton Lake faces criticism over environmental and traffic concerns. Another proposal for 136 apartments near Newtown High School has sparked debate about its impact on safety and local infrastructure. Meanwhile, […]
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