Getting Tough On Fire Starters
Connecticut lawmakers are pushing for tougher penalties and better wildfire preparedness after a spike in brush fires last fall. A proposed bill would increase fines for illegal burning to as much as $100,000, require wildfire training for emergency crews, and give the governor clearer authority to ban open burns. The move follows a devastating fire […]
Read MoreFlames Displace Family In New Milford
A family of five in New Milford was displaced after a house fire late Wednesday night. The flames outside a Dean Road home spread into the basement through a broken patio door. Crews arrived within three minutes and had the fire under control in just over 20 minutes. The three adults and two teenagers suffered […]
Read MoreCrash Shuts Down Route 39 In New Fairfield
Route 39 in New Fairfield reopened Friday morning after a car struck a utility pole Thursday, causing a power outage and overnight closure. The crash, which occurred before sunset, left a snapped pole resting on wires. Power was restored by early Friday, and the road reopened around 5 a.m.
Read MoreStatewide Search For Pizza
Connecticut is launching a statewide search for its top 100 independent pizzerias. Voting opens today — National Pi Day — giving the public a say in shaping the Pizza Capital Trail. With over 1,000 independent pizza spots across the state, food lovers can vote for up to ten favorites at www.PizzaCapitalTrail.com through May 1. Final […]
Read MoreConnecticut Lawmaker Charged With DUI
A Connecticut Democrat State Representative is scheduled for arraignment today after being charged with DUI and reckless driving. The charges stem from a March 2 traffic stop on Route 184, where Aundré Bumgardner was found with a blood alcohol level over twice the legal limit.
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