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New era begins in Brewster school

BREWSTER – History was made in Brewster Thursday when for the initial time, the entire C.V. Starr Intermediate School family gathered in a facility that will be used as a breakfast and lunchroom, a band, chorus and orchestra studio in addition to hosting community events. Principal Paul Stellacci described...

Brewster, NY · 18h
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The Underrated Connecticut City Where Retirees Can Live Well On Social Security Alone

Waterbury, Connecticut has been minding its own business and keeping its cost of living refreshingly reasonable while the rest of the state went in a very different direction. If you’re a retiree trying to make Social Security work in a state famous for expensive everything, this city in New Haven County deserves a serious look and probably an apology for being overlooked this long.

Waterbury, CT · 3d
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The Nostalgic Vinyl Store In Connecticut That Will Transport You Back In Time

There are places that sell records, and then there’s Gerosa Records in Brookfield, Connecticut, a place that sells you an entire afternoon of genuine happiness. Those are two very different things, and the difference is worth understanding before you go. From the outside, Gerosa Records announces itself with confidence.

Brookfield, CT · 3d
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Meet three of the top-performing high schools in Connecticut

Wilton High School, Connecticut IB Academy and The Bridge Academy lead their categories in Connecticut's Next Generation Accountability rankings.

Wilton, CT · 20h

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Terminated Municipal Worker Claims Discrimination in Complaint Against Town

Town officials last week received notice that a former municipal employee filed a complaint with a state civil rights agency claiming discrimination. The worker, Beth Straubel had already filed an earlier complaint with the state Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities last fall, and was fired from her job as senior accountant in the Finance Department about one month later in December, according to a complaint filed on her behalf by Trumbull-based attorney Daniel Angelone.

Trumbull, CT · 3d

News Times

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Brookfield OKs smaller warehouse in corporate park for landlord's ‘very interesting’ mystery tenant

“This is pretty straight-forward, and it’s less intensive on the land,” said the Planning and Zoning Commission chair.

Brookfield, CT · 1d

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The Forgotten Theater in Connecticut Has an Eerie Backstory

In the heart of Derby, the state's smallest city, an old Victorian building that once uniquely served as both the community's bustling cultural center and local city jail now ranks among the most eerie abandoned places in Connecticut. The Sterling Opera House, which closed its doors in 1945, has long since been left to deteriorate and crumble, but remains a fascinating structure filled with rich history, local lore, and a possible paranormal presence.

Derby, CT · 6d

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Plymouth EMS Delay Turns 8-Minute Wait Into 30 for Unconscious Man

Plymouth Volunteer Ambulance Corps — EMS Staffing Shortage Center. A call for an unconscious man in Plymouth, Connecticut, that would normally draw an ambulance in about eight minutes instead took half an hour this week, and local EMS officials say a staffing shortage is to blame. The man who needed treatment is now recovering in the hospital, but the delay has pushed the department to speed up recruitment efforts it already had underway.

Plymouth, CT · 15h

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How a New York City Power Couple Spends Fall Weekends in Connecticut

Scott Francis and Mike Fabbri own this Litchfield County home, along with their two dogs Dart and Daeny. When two real estate agents buy a house for over asking, willingly removing inspection and appraisal, you know it’s good. That’s what Mike Fabbri and Scott Francis did to lock down their Litchfield County home, as seen in the pages of CTC&G.

Litchfield County, CT · 12h

New York State News

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More Mid-Hudson Bridge Closures and Delays This Week

Another round of traffic restrictions is scheduled for this week. We've broken everything down to make sure you don't sit in traffic trying to cross the river.

Poughkeepsie, NY · 2d

WTNH

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Waterbury to introduce red-light, speed enforcement cameras

WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — The City of Waterbury announced Monday that it is preparing to introduce automated red-light and speed enforcement cameras. The initiative serves as an effort to encourage safer driving and improve safety for drivers, passengers, pedestrians and bicyclists, the city announced in a post. These cameras will help police identify vehicles traveling […]

Waterbury, CT · 4d

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Sharon plans replacement of West Cornwall Road bridge

SHARON — The Board of Selectmen and Planning & Zoning Commission have approved new plans to replace the West Cornwall Road bridge over Pine Swamp Brook, just south of the historic covered bridge over the Housatonic River in West Cornwall. The project has been in the works for three...

Sharon, CT · 3d

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Texas Roadhouse in Danbury Hosting Fundraiser to Support Local Veterans

Danbury Police invite you to Badges for the Brave, Wednesday November 18 at Texas Roadhouse on Newtown Road. Ten percent of your food purchase goes to the Veterans Affairs Office in Danbury.

Danbury, CT · 1d

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Gov. Lamont’s campaign manager incident sparks political clash

Late on Oct. 20, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont’s campaign manager and Connecticut’s then-candidate for the 28th State Senate District, Rob Blanchard, was pulled over by police in Newtown, according to WTNH. Blanchard received a traffic ticket after he drove through an active construction zone on South Main Street...

Connecticut · 1d

New Haven Independent

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This Week In Valley History!

ANSONIA – Stephen Blume, president of the Board of Aldermen and acting mayor all last has publicly endorsed a charter revision proposed for the police department. Question 5 on Tuesday’s ballot would eliminate the automatic succession of police lieutenant to chief and would add a fourth member to the Board of Police Commissioners.

Ansonia, CT · 2d

Connecticut Mirror

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In CT towns affected heavily by Trump policies, voter turnout grew

Danbury, Bridgeport and New London all saw turnout increase by more than 10 percentage points compared to the 2022 midterm elections.

Connecticut · 8h

Poughkeepsie Journal

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Poughkeepsie, Wappinger residents will see these candidates on ballot

In the 2026 general election for Dutchess County Legislature District 14, the race is between Republican and Conservative candidate Lynne Versaci and incumbent Democratic and Working Families candidate Alix Winsby. Dutchess County Legislature District 14 represents the Town of Poughkeepsie and Wappinger. Versaci, 55, and Winsby, 45, reside in Wappinger. See what the candidates had to say about why they're qualified for the job, how they'll improve transparency and accountability in local government, and how they'd approach topics like housing. To find out if you are in this district, visit dutchessny.gov/legislative-districts/#14 . The following responses were submitted by candidates through an online questionnaire. All candidates received the same questions and word limits. Their answers have been published as provided, except for minor edits for length or clarity when necessary. Candidates are listed in alphabetical order. Why are you running for this office, and what experience best prepares you to serve? Versaci: I am running for office to ensure that the voice of our community is represented. I am a lifelong Dutchess County resident; I raised my children here and have consistently worked multiple jobs to make ends meet. I know the challenges facing local residents, because I have lived them.

Poughkeepsie, NY · 7d

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Mayoral Candidate Dean Esposito Calls CT’s Financial Contributions to Danbury Education ‘Pitiful’

Every Friday, we invite both candidates for Mayor of Danbury to join us on the Ethan and Lou radio show on I95. Each week, we try and tackle a different subject or issue. This past Friday (10/1/21) we spoke about education funding. We asked Dean Esposito about the crowded schools in the Hat City, taxes and his opponents plan. Esposito had this to say:

Danbury, CT · 1d

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Flock Safety begins removing county’s license plate readers

Flock Safety license plate readers in Millerton, Pine Plains and Amenia have been removed, but others remain standing elsewhere in Dutchess County after the county’s Oct. 25 removal deadline. The three local cameras came down by Monday, Oct. 26, following county officials’ September decision to discontinue the surveillance system...

Dutchess County, NY · 3d

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Democrats earn big wins in 2026 elections

Democratic candidates in northeast Dutchess County succeeded along with their counterparts in state and federal elections. Voters turned out to express dissatisfaction with a turbulent economy, the Trump administration and — in the case of Pine Plains's race for Town Supervisor — issues with transparency and police surveillance.

Dutchess County, NY · 2d