Danbury Man Facing Charges After Hitting 108-MPH On Interstate 84
A Danbury man has been arrested for reckless driving after reaching speeds of 108 mph on Interstate 84. 53 year old Todd Orlowski was pursued by state troopers before pulling into his garage on Old Ridgebury Road, where he was apprehended. Orlowski faces charges of reckless driving, disobeying an officer, and engaging police in pursuit. […]
Read More14 Added To Veterans Hall Of Fame
Fourteen veterans have been named to the 20th class of the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame, honoring their service and community impact. The induction ceremony will take place on Thursday, January 23rd at 5pm in Rocky Hill. The honorees are being recognized for their leadership and lasting contributions and their dedication to service both in […]
Read MoreDanbury Program To Benefit From $10,000 Grant
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut has been awarded a $10,000 Challenge America grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The funding supports the Creative Youth Development Program in Danbury, and connects diverse communities through arts, addressing gaps in funding for arts education. The NEA awarded $2.72 million nationwide to similar initiatives.
Read MoreHead On Crash In New Fairfield Proves Deadly
A head-on crash on Ball Pond Road in New Fairfield has claimed the life of a woman from New York State. It happened Monday night near Harvest Road. 62-year-old Diane Staab was driving a Jeep Compass that collided with a Hyundai Palisade, injuring three New Fairfield residents, who are expected to recover. Their names have […]
Read More“The Ice Cream Man” Passes Away At 53
Newtown is mourning the loss of Jason Leonard, affectionately known as “The Ice Cream Man,” who passed away at 53 from health complications. Leonard was well known for spreading joy through his Jason’s Ice Cream truck at events across New Milford, Sherman, and New Fairfield. Known for his generosity, Leonard ensured no child left his […]
Read MoreBig Lottery Winner After Ticket Purchase In Wilton
A $10.8 million Connecticut Lotto ticket was sold at the PVC Gulf in Wilton this past Friday. The lucky winner, who has yet to come forward, picked the numbers 4-27-32-37-40-44. According to the store owner, it’s the biggest winning ticket he’s ever sold. The winner can opt for 21 payments or a lump sum of […]
Read MoreData Breach At Ridgefield Schools
Ridgefield Public Schools have confirmed they were affected by a nationwide PowerSchool data breach, exposing parent and student contact information. Officials report that some personal and medical data may also be at risk. The breach, which occurred on December 28, is under investigation by PowerSchool, which has implemented measures to secure its systems. Ridgefield joins […]
Read MoreDanbury Dealing With Substitute Teacher Shortage
Danbury schools are grappling with a substitute teacher shortage, causing classroom gaps and stretching staff thin. The district’s chief talent officer, Kimberly Thompson, has pledged to monitor the impact, noting frequent staff reassignment and challenges covering absences. Efforts are underway to bolster substitute pools, but extreme shortages remain, especially on peak days.
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