Danbury Man Arrested In Drug Sales Investigation
Danbury police arrested 38 year old Dean Randall Loconte after a search of his residence turned up fentanyl and crack cocaine. Investigators say the case stemmed from complaints about illegal drug sales. Officers also seized cash, packaging material, and a scale. Loconte is charged with multiple drug offenses and is being held on a 10 […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYRidgefield Police Warn Residents About Phone Scams
Ridgefield police are warning residents about phone scams making the rounds locally. Officers say scammers are posing as relatives claiming to be jailed and demanding bail money, or threatening fines for missed jury duty. Police stress banks and government agencies never demand payment by gift cards or cryptocurrency and urge residents to verify calls before […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYBethel Felon Arrested With Stolen Gun And Drugs
Bethel police arrested 34 year old Eric Stavola after finding a loaded handgun reported stolen from Maine while executing a search warrant inside his apartment. Investigators say Stavola is a convicted felon and was taken into custody during a traffic stop the following day. Police also seized knives, drugs, drug paraphernalia, and cash from his […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWilton Stop And Shop Bank Branch Set To Close This Spring
M and T Bank plans to close its in store branch at the Stop and Shop on River Road in Wilton as part of a broader pullback across Connecticut. The Wilton location is scheduled to shut down April 30, one of ten supermarket branches closing statewide. Bank officials say customers will still have access to […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Sought In Fatal Lake Avenue Shooting
Danbury police are searching for 42 year old David Rafael Grullon Jr in connection with a fatal shooting on Lake Avenue that killed his neighbor. Investigators say a single gunshot fired inside a townhouse traveled through a wall and struck 37 year old Victor Quispe inside his home. Quispe was taken to the hospital and […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Gated Community Expansion Stalled Over Sidewalk Issue
A proposal to add 12 single family homes to an existing gated community in Danbury off Clapboard Ridge Road is on hold. City planners say the project hinges on an environmental review and whether proposed pedestrian walkways meet city sidewalk requirements. Developers argue traffic impact would be minimal, but the Planning Commission says key issues […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Cracks Down On Street Takeovers And Illegal ATV Use
Danbury leaders approved tougher penalties targeting illegal ATV use and street takeovers. The new ordinances allow fines starting at 1,000 dollars, with higher penalties for repeat offenders, and authorize police to seize and impound vehicles. Mayor Roberto Alves says the move is aimed at preventing dangerous behavior and keeping city streets safe before the problem […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Approves Tougher Fines To Crack Down On Illegal Apartments
Danbury leaders approved tougher penalties aimed at landlords who operate illegal or unsafe apartments. The new ordinance sets escalating fines when violations are not fixed within 30 days. City officials say it comes after complaints continue to climb and unsafe units pose serious fire and health risks. Mayor Roberto Alves says the measure gives the […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Crime Drops Nearly 25 Percent In 2025
Reported crime in Danbury fell sharply last year, according to state data. Figures from the state’s crime reporting system show nearly 25 percent fewer offenses in 2025 compared to the year before, a drop of more than 900 incidents. Simple assault, shoplifting, and vandalism remained the most common crimes despite the overall decline.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYElections Commission Expands Probe Of Former Danbury Senate Candidate
State elections officials have expanded an investigation into the 2022 campaign finances of former Republican state Senate candidate Michelle Coelho. The State Elections Enforcement Commission voted to seek additional records tied to Coelho’s losing race against Democratic Sen. Julie Kushner. Coelho and her campaign treasurer say they have not received subpoenas and believe required documents […]
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