Charges Dropped Against Teen Accused of Promoting Fake SantaCon
Charges have been dropped against 19 year old Emmet Blaney, a Fairfield University student, who was accused of promoting a fake SantaCon event at a private home without permission. Blaney had faced criminal attempt to commit disorderly conduct and criminal attempt to commit criminal trespass after Fairfield police said online that no public SantaCon events […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYAnimal Sanctuary in Newtown Expands in Memory of Sandy Hook Victim
The Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary in Newtown has opened its first indoor space, expanding year-round programs to honor 6 year old Catherine Hubbard, a Sandy Hook victim. The learning barn will allow children and the public to participate in educational programs about animals and nature regardless of weather. The sanctuary also runs the Senior […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYMore Than 42,000 Connecticut Residents Face New SNAP Work Requirements
The free lunch is over for more than 42,000 Connecticut residents, who must now meet work requirements to keep receiving SNAP benefits after new federal rules took effect Dec. 1. The changes affect able-bodied adults without dependents, raising the upper age limit to 64 and removing exemptions for veterans, homeless individuals, and young adults aging […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury High Coach Charged After Dogs Found Living In Filth
A Brookfield man who coaches volleyball at Danbury High School is facing two counts of animal cruelty after investigators say his dogs were found confined in filthy conditions. Police say 37 year old Willie Hendricks kept two Rottweilers in rooms covered in urine and feces, with one dog so underweight its ribs were clearly visible. […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury man accused of stalking neighbor now charged in garbage truck confrontation
A Danbury man already accused of tormenting his neighbor is now charged with attacking a sanitation worker. Police say 41 year old Michael Coschigano blocked a garbage truck on Waterview Drive, cursed at the worker, rushed him, and then spit in his face during a September confrontation caught on the truck’s camera. Officers say Coschigano […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFundraisers Grow After Danbury Church Leader Killed In New York
Two online fundraisers are pulling in donations for the family of 66 year old Aurelio Zhunio-Orbez of Danbury, who police say was murdered in New York while driving a taxi. His body was found in the Croton Falls Reservoir, and investigators believe his cab was stolen and later abandoned. More than $11,000 has been raised […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury considers major pay hike for mayor and other officials
Danbury is looking at raising the mayor’s salary nearly 20 percent to bring it in line with similar cities. An ad hoc committee approved by the City Council will study boosting the pay to $165,000, with increases also proposed for the town clerk and treasurer. If approved, the new salaries would take effect in late […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury High Marching Band Wins First State Title Since 2011 and Places Seventh at Nationals
The Danbury High School marching band made history this season, capturing its first state championship since 2011 with a 0.1-point win in class 1A and later placing seventh at nationals with a score of 84.5. The band credits teamwork, mindset, and extra effort for their breakthrough, and plans to expand and tackle an advanced show […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConsultants Recommend Newtown Middle School Rebuild Amid $40 Million Repairs
Consultants urged the Newtown Board of Education to rebuild Newtown Middle School at 11 Queen Street, citing nearly $40 million in needed repairs and outdated facilities. The recommendation comes as the town prepares a facilities master plan, with the middle school seen as central to future district planning. Board members were told that delaying action […]
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYFormer Connecticut House Speaker Francis Collins Dies at 92
Francis J. Collins of Oxford, a Republican who served as Connecticut’s House speaker from 1973 to 1975, has died at age 92. Collins, a U.S. Army veteran and founder of the Danbury-based Collins-Hannafin law firm, represented the 107th District from 1967 to 1975 and briefly ran for governor. A funeral Mass is scheduled for Saturday […]
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