205 Arrested in U.S.-Wide Child Sex Abuse Crackdown, Five from Connecticut
The Justice Department says 205 people were arrested and 115 victims rescued in a nationwide child sex abuse operation, with five suspects from here in Connecticut now facing federal charges. Charges range from child porn possession and distribution to coercion and exploitation. Officials say one man tried to meet a 14-year-old arranged by an undercover […]
Read MoreCT Officials Warn Public- Don’t Plant Mystery Seeds
Connecticut agriculture officials are warning residents not to plant any mystery seeds that show up in the mail. The state says unsolicited seed packages, which have been reported elsewhere in the U.S. in recent years, could carry pests or diseases that threaten local crops and ecosystems. Residents are urged to seal the seeds in a […]
Read MoreNew Fairfield-Sherman Animal Shelter Faces Strain, Seeks Support
The New Fairfield Sherman Animal Welfare Society is temporarily closed to the public but still caring for 39 cats as it works with rescue partners to find homes. The nonprofit says it’s monitoring finances daily and promises more updates soon to show the impact of donations. Adoption and foster applications are still being accepted online.
Read MoreTeachers, Residents Protest $1.6M in New Milford School Budget Cuts
New Milford teachers and residents rallied on the Town Green this week, pushing back against $1.6 million in cuts to the proposed school budget. Many wore red, carried signs, and urged voters to reject the $121 million budget plan at the May 20 town referendum. The Board of Finance approved the cuts last month, triggering […]
Read MoreAll-Terrain Wheelchairs Coming to More CT State Parks
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is expanding its All-Terrain Wheelchair Program to seven state park and forest sites. The program, launched last fall with five locations, now includes two more. Starting today, users can reserve the wheelchairs online for free use beginning June 7. The goal is to improve outdoor access for […]
Read MoreConvicted Sex Offender Gets 10 Years for Assaulting 8-Year-Old Girl While on Probation
A Connecticut man is headed back to prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting an 8-year-old girl… incredibly while on probation for a prior child sex case! 68 year old Daniel Lemayo was sentenced to the mandatory minimum of 10 years behind bars. He was already on probation for a 2013 conviction involving two 10-year-old […]
Read MoreCT Senate Passes Expansion of Paid Family Leave for School Workers
The Connecticut Senate has passed a bill to extend Paid Family and Medical Leave benefits to roughly 50,000 school employees across the state. Senate Bill 1427 passed 24-11 along party lines and now moves to the House. If approved, the law would cover paraeducators, food service workers, custodians, and other support staff in both public […]
Read MoreDanbury Brings Back City-Run Summer Camp Program
Danbury is reviving its in-house summer camp this year, offering programs for students entering grades 1 through 8 at three city schools. Camps will run July 7 through August 8 at King Street Primary, Broadview Middle, and Rogers Park Middle School. The aim is to give kids a safe, affordable summer. Activities will include sports, […]
Read MoreNorth Carolina Man Wins $1 Million After ‘Wild Hair’ Urge to Buy Lottery Ticket
A North Carolina man is $1 million richer after an unexplainable urge to purchase a lottery ticket. Kenneth Formyduval said he got off work one Friday night and felt compelled to stop at a local store to buy a $30 MAX-A-MILLION scratch-off ticket. He said “I just got a wild hair and decided to buy […]
Read MoreSign Up Now For Candlewood Lake Cleanup
The Candlewood Lake Authority is calling for volunteers for its annual lake clean-up, set for Saturday, May 17th. Registration is required by Wednesday, May 14th. Check in will then be on the 17th from 9 to 10 a.m. at New Fairfield Town Park. A free lunch will follow the event. The Authority is also hiring […]
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