Day: January 24, 2025

New York State News

Putnam County Exec Pens Letter To NYC Mayor Over City Policies

Putnam County, NY Executive Kevin Byrne sent a letter to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, urging him to roll back sanctuary city policies, citing public safety concerns and the impact of the illegal migrant crisis on surrounding areas. Byrne’s letter calls for greater cooperation with federal immigration authorities, emphasizing the need to target violent […]

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86 Year Old Woman Dies In Fire

An 86-year-old woman has died after a fire in a Naugatuck apartment early Monday. Police identified the victim as Patricia Tappan, a Bridgeport native and former owner of Hair Inc, a Danbury salon. The blaze, which was contained to her bedroom, has been ruled accidental. Funeral arrangements are pending.

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Danbury Firefighters Support Alves

The Danbury firefighters union has endorsed Mayor Roberto Alves for re-election in the 2025 Danbury Mayoral Race. Alves helped secure a new firehouse and staffing increases. The mayor also worked with firefighters on a contract, ensuring better pay and benefits.

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Brookfield Shooting Leads To Two Arrests

Two people have been arrested in connection with a disturbance and shooting in Brookfield. 65 year old Gerald Rutledge of Southbury faces charges of first-degree assault and second-degree assault with a firearm, with a $150,000 bond. 45 year old Rithy Kay of Danbury was charged with third-degree assault and released on a written promise to […]

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New Milford Man’s Fate Rests On Mental Ruling

A New Milford man is awaiting a court ruling on whether his mental health issues make him legally not responsible for a violent 2023 home invasion. 32 year old Kenneth Mosley Jr. is accused of breaking into a home, attacking a man with a metal pipe, and resisting arrest. He faces charges of home invasion, […]

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Sign Up For Ridgefield TEEN CERT

Ridgefield High sophomore Will Knispel is behind TEEN CERT, a free preparedness program teaching life skills like CPR, Narcan use, and even tire changes. The sessions are open to all Ridgefield high schoolers, thanks to a partnership with the Community Emergency Response Team. For more information, email pio@ridgefieldoem.org.

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