Author: Ed Histed

Ed began his radio career almost five decades ago… Back in 1975. He has been an Air Personality, News Director, Sales Manager, Operations Manager, and General Manager at numerous radio stations in Pennsylvania, New York, Florida, the Carolinas, and more. He’s even been involved in RF engineering and IT, specializing in configuration of digital automation remote voice tracking systems at one point in his career. Ed was one of 12 people nationwide who were chosen by Google to spend time at their California headquarters to participate in the design and launch of their digital automation after it was acquired from Scott Studios. Although Ed’s background for about 40 years was strongly anchored in music radio, he says the switch to news and information was a natural. Ed has been involved in “spoken word” radio since 2012.

Mutilated Birds Found in Putnam County Spark Dark Ritual Concerns

Authorities in New York State are investigating after two decapitated roosters and a white dove were found drained of blood near Lake Carmel in Putnam County recently. The discovery comes amid a series of similar incidents this year, with residents raising concerns about possible ritualistic killings. They say proving a connection is difficult without catching […]

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Bear Caught Stealing Pumpkin on Brookfield Porch

A large black bear was caught on security camera Monday morning grabbing a white pumpkin from a Brookfield porch. The video shows the bear trying to break it open before a sudden noise scares it away. Connecticut wildlife officials say there have been 40 bear reports across 16 towns so far this year.

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CT Nurse With Fake Degree Tied to Inmate Overdose Deaths

A lawsuit alleges that 32 year old Tyler Cole died from a fatal overdose at Garner Correctional Institution in Newtown last July after being given methadone and other drugs by staff, including nurse Isaac Folorunsho, who held a fraudulent degree. Folorunsho surrendered his license months after Cole’s death. The suit claims the state DOC’s handling […]

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Newtown Man To Be Arraigned In Community Center Incident

24 year old Adam Bryan Bowditch of Newtown is scheduled for arraignment at state Superior Court in Danbury. He faces charges of risk of injury to a child, tampering with evidence, and disorderly conduct after a July 22 incident at the Newtown Community Center. Bowditch turned himself in on an outstanding warrant Oct. 1 and […]

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Ridgefield Woman Released On Bond After Poisoning Charges

33 year old Kristen Hogan of Ridgefield was released from custody Thursday after posting 10 percent of her $1 million bond. Hogan faces two counts of attempted murder and one count of interference in connection with allegedly poisoning a man with ethylene glycol in wine and iced tea. The court ordered electronic monitoring, home confinement […]

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Work Begins On Danbury Section Of Norwalk River Valley Trail

A nonprofit overseeing the Norwalk River Valley Trail is starting path clearing in Tarrywile Park, marking the first portion of Fairfield County’s longest trail in Danbury. Plans call for a 10-foot-wide stone dust path between Tarrywile Lake and Parks Pond, stretching the length of four-and-a-half football fields. The project is part of a larger 30-mile […]

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Broadview Middle School Sees Drop In Suspensions After State Grant

Broadview Middle School in Danbury has cut suspensions by 25 percent after receiving a $15,000 state grant aimed at improving classroom behavior. The funding supports teacher training in adolescent development, crisis de-escalation, and building a positive school culture. Officials say the effort is already reducing both in-school and out-of-school suspensions.

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DEEP Warns Of Rising Bear Encounters Across Connecticut

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is warning residents to secure food sources and avoid feeding bears as encounters rise across the state. Officials say nearly 40 home break-ins by bears have been reported so far this year in 16 towns — far higher than in neighboring states. DEEP urges residents to keep […]

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Nominations Open For Annual Previdi Award

The Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the annual Previdi Award, honoring local entrepreneurs who reflect the spirit of Cecil J. Previdi. The award recognizes business leaders who show vision, innovation, and a commitment to community growth. Nominations are open to members of the Greater Danbury business community and will be […]

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Drunk driver arrested on I-84 with two children in car

A traffic stop on I-84 in Southeast just before midnight Sunday led to the arrest of 36 year old Irving Godoy of Danbury on DWI charges. State Police said a trooper noticed Godoy weaving through traffic and, after failing sobriety tests, arrested him. Two children, ages five and 10, were in the back seat, prompting […]

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