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Robert Dennison, age 34, of Bridgeport, was arrested on Friday, May 26 by Norwalk Police Special Services agents during the execution of a search warrant, said Lt. Joe Dinho, of the Norwalk Police. The warrant was served at a home in Ryan Park on Raymond St., in Norwalk, Dinho said....

The fire took place in Norwalk at 21 Huckleberry Drive on Thursday, June 1. Firefighters made a quick attack and kept the fire from extending into the home, said Norwalk Fire Department Deputy Chief Steve Shay. All occupants managed to evacuate with no reported injuries. The fire was brought under...

NORWALK, Conn. – Norwalk leaders raised the Pride flag Thursday at City Hall, signifying support for June as Pride month. “I read a proclamation affirming the City of Norwalk’s steadfast support for the LGBTQ+ community and noted how proud I am that Norwalk is an inclusive community where we celebrate diversity,” Mayor Harry Rilling said in a statement. “Pride month is a chance for the community to renew our commitment to affirm equality to ensure everyone can live proudly and safely as themselves—without fear of violence or harassment.”

A Bridgeport family who lost a loved one to gun violence is one step closer to justice with the arrest of his alleged killer. On Friday, Nelson Perez, 23, went before a judge in Bridgeport Superior Court for the murder of Michael Gaines, 58. “It's a bittersweet day,” said Tony...

NORWALK, Conn. -- The Stewie the Duck Swim School in Norwalk, Connecticut held its grand opening on Thursday. The facility is dedicated to helping children learn how to swim. Net proceeds support the Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation, which was formed by grocery executive Stew Leonard Jr. and his wife Kim to honor their 21-month-old son who died in a 1989 drowning accident. MORE: Victims of a pool tragedy, Stew Leonard and his wife continue mission emphasizing water safety for kidsThe foundation funds swimming lessons for children in need and has published two children's books about water safety. 

Nelson Perez was arrested on Thursday, June 1 by members of the Bridgeport Police Department’s Homicide Squad, assisted by the state police for the Wednesday, April 12 shooting death of Micheal Gaines, age 58. Gaines, of Bridgeport, was found at the corner of East Main Street and Arctic Street...

WESTPORT–During the week of May 15-19, nine properties sold for $24.3 million, generating $60,700 in conveyance tax. One year ago, 19 properties changed hands for a total of $52.4 million. 36-42 Main Street sold for $9,350,000. Seller: 38 Main LP-DBA. Buyer: Arji Westport LLC. 29 Narrow Rocks Road sold...

The crash took place in Stamford around 12:25 a.m., Thursday, June 1, on I-95 northbound in the area of Exit 8. A preliminary investigation revealed a 2017 Nissan Rouge driven by Massachusetts resident Emmanuel Pierre, age 26, of Worcester left its lane of travel for an unknown reason and struck the metal beam guard rail in the right shoulder approximately a quarter of a mile north of Exit 8, state police said.

After it was initially announced that the Bridgeport City Pool would be open again Saturday and then start its regular summer hours at that point, the City of Bridgeport announced on its Facebook page they have good news for those looking to get a break from hot summer temperatures today.

New Canaan will now be required to accept affordable housing projects previously denied by the town. The state Department of Housing (DOH) once again ruled against New Canaan’s request to extend a moratorium on construction of affordable housing units. The state made its initial ruling in October. In December,...

Stacker compiled statistics about where people in Fairfield County are looking to buy homes using cross-market demand and monthly inventory data from Realtor.com.

WILTON — A criminal case against a Danbury man accused of allegedly injuring a man and a woman in Wilton with a baseball bat has been dropped after it was announced in Superior Court in Stamford that he died in early May. Leslie Philibert, 47, was facing a number...

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Staples High School choral director Luke Rosenberg is leaving Westport. The much-admired, multi-talented musician has taken a position at Greenwich High School. He told “06880”: “I am incredibly thankful to Westport for the last 11 years. Shortly before I was hired at Staples, I thought my career as a choral director was over.

Coast Guard officials say the call about a vessel in distress came in around 2:30 a.m.

WILTON — A 2-mile stretch of Route 7 in Wilton is scheduled to be milled and paved in June and July. Drivers on the road, also known as Danbury Road, should expect few interruptions because the work is scheduled to be done overnight. The state will work on the...

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut Hip-Hop fans, it’s time to wake up to some good news! Two big names will be in the state this weekend. One burst onto the music scene in the 90s, as a member of the rap group, “Three 6 Mafia. Today, Juicy J is an Oscar-winning artist, who’s latest tour […]

A South Huntington, New York, man pleaded guilty in Suffolk County Court on Wednesday to first-degree forcible rape of his 21-year-old daughter in 2022.

Connecticut Department of Transportation officials say two additional areas at the Stamford train station might be dangerous just days after a partial ceiling collapse. State officials say the two areas were inspected and that pedestrian access has been closed off. They say a pedestrian tunnel will be closed until next...

Around 1,500 police officers from across the state are taking part in the annual three-day event ahead of the Special Olympics Connecticut Summer Games. Officers are passing the ceremonial Flame of Hope at each town line.