Danbury Zoning Commission Approves Major Downtown Overhaul
Danbury’s Zoning Commission has approved a major downtown overhaul to attract investment and revitalize Main Street. The plan doubles downtown’s boundaries and eases parking rules, but critics worry it doesn’t address homelessness, school overcrowding, or aging infrastructure. City officials say development is needed to catch up with neighboring towns, while funding for improvements will come […]
Read MoreEgg Prices Not Expected To Drop Anytime Soon
Bird flu outbreaks are driving egg prices higher across the country… and right here in Connecticut. Some stores in the state are selling a dozen eggs for nearly $7. Infected poultry are being culled, limiting supply and pushing prices up. Experts say the national average for eggs has now topped $4, the highest since early […]
Read MoreState Officials Caution Of Loan Scam
Scammers posing as loan processors are flooding consumers with calls and voicemails, pressuring them to verify personal details to finalize a fake loan. The Better Business Bureau has tracked 500 reports nationwide, with a big surge of such calls reported here in Connecticut. Victims say callers use common names like Jessica or Jennifer and call […]
Read MoreFormer Connecticut Addiction Director Headed To Prison For Ripping Off The Non-Profit
The former director of a Connecticut addiction and mental health nonprofit with statewide reach will spend two years in prison for stealing nearly $400,000 from the organization. Prosecutors say 51-year-old Michele Devine used grant money meant for drug treatment and youth programs to fund vacations, home appliances, and personal shopping sprees. Devine also altered receipts […]
Read MoreFormer Brookfield Officer Closing In On Plea Deal
A former Brookfield school resource officer accused of tampering with evidence may be close to a plea deal. Prosecutors say negotiations continue in Steven Rountos’ case, with his next court date set for February 10. Rountos was arrested in 2022 after allegedly distributing and destroying evidence related to nude photos of former students. He resigned […]
Read MoreConnecticut Gamblers Racking Up Big Losses – Casinos Racking Up Big Wins
As that old saying goes… The House Always Wins! Connecticut gamblers have lost about $1.8 billion on sports betting and online casino games since the state expanded legal gambling in 2021. Players have wagered nearly $45 billion, with losses rising each year. In 2024 alone, the state took in almost $98 million in revenue from […]
Read MoreMore Details Emerging On Danbury Fight And Gunfire
Danbury police now say an ongoing dispute and social media “diss” videos may have led to a shooting at a Main Street housing complex earlier this month. 20 year old Amique Scott, 20 and 18 year old Xaquan Curry were arrested after video evidence surfaced showing Scott, wearing a red jacket, firing a shot after […]
Read MorePennsylvania Woman Arraigned In Danbury Court
A Pennsylvania woman is now facing charges here in Connecticut for a 2023 theft. Ridgefield police arrested 37-year-old Krista Luckenbill after transporting her back here from a Pennsylvania correctional facility. She’s accused of stealing from a vehicle and faces charges including larceny, identity theft, and forgery. Luckenbill was arraigned Wednesday in Danbury. She was unable […]
Read MoreConnecticut Employer Announces Huge Job Cuts
One of Connecticut’s largest employers announced nationwide job cuts on Wednesday. Jet-engine maker Pratt & Whitney says the layoffs are part of efforts to cut costs and streamline operations. The company, which employs about 11,000 people just here in Connecticut, did not disclose how many positions in our state would be affected.
Read MoreImpact FFC Holds Technology Forum To Study Effects On Kids
Impact Fairfield County hosted a panel at Wilton Library on “Gaining Space for Mental Wellness,” tackling the impact of technology on children and families. Experts highlighted rising anxiety, social isolation, and the need for digital balance. With kids as young as 8 facing mental health struggles, panelists urged parents to rethink smartphone use and model […]
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