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May real estate transactions in Falls Village
FALLS VILLAGE — Canaan’s most expensive house sold in the last 10 years was recorded in May for $3,750,000. For perspective, during the last 10 years only 10 single family residences have been sold over a million dollars. Falls Village, Canaan has experienced a dramatic tripling of real estate prices in the last four years. The current median price of a single-family residence publicly listed by a real estate broker in Canaan is $719,000 up sharply from $198,000 in June of 2020. In April and May six sales were recorded by the Town Clerk and only half of those were sold by a real estate agent, the other three, typically less expensive properties, were negotiated privately. At the end of June there were eight homes for sale ranging in price from $319,000 to $1,525,000.
New leadership conducts 60th anniversary Railroad Days
NORTH CANAAN — A cherished summer tradition of the Northwest Corner makes its comeback on July 7, marking the 60th celebration of Railroad Days. For decades, Railroad Days Committee Director John Lannen dedicated himself to organizing the festivities. “He was such an instrumental part of everything that Railroad Days was,” said First Selectman Brian Ohler.
Team of teens in Kent build racecar run by the sun
KENT, Conn. — For the past two years, a team of teens from Kent School in Litchfield County, also known as the Holy Solars, have worked to engineer and design a solar vehicle that runs solely from the sun. Test laps are taking place now for what’s coming down...
Oral History Project under new leadership
SALISBURY — Daniel McMullan has taken over the Oral History Project (OHP) from Jean McMillen, who has been transcribing old interviews, conducting new ones and indexing the collection since 2010 for the Salisbury Association Historical Society. The collection currently has 429 interviews of Salisbury residents, past and present, from...
Undermountain housing plan ready for P&Z vote
SALISBURY — The Planning and Zoning Commission closed the public hearing on the Undermountain Road affordable housing application Monday, July 1. The commission settled on a version of the plan from the Salisbury Housing Trust which has the two houses, a larger amount of open space in the rear of the parcel than previous versions, and eliminates the informal parking lot.
Community spirit in high gear at ‘Touch a Truck’
LIME ROCK — The Lakeville Hose Company held its “Touch a Truck” fundraiser at Lime Rock Park Saturday, June 29. Race cars whizzed by as people wandered around the vehicles from fire and ambulance squads, and local businesses such as Perotti Tree and Century Aggregates. And sometimes just someone’s tractor. Skyler Ohmen of Salisbury had his 1947 John Deere tractor ready to go.
2025, DE, Henry Eber talks Villanova offer
Henry Eber is one of the top prospects in Connecticut. The high level 2025 defensive end has become a top target of Villanova. The 6-5, 240-pounder plays for Salisbury High School in Salisbury Connecticut and he is a menace off the edge. He talked to me about his camp visit, recently receiving an offer from the Wildcats, and when he plans to visit.
Why are fireworks so dangerous? Everything you need to know about the explosives
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – Firefighters and Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) offered firework safety tips before a demonstration Wednesday at the West Hartford Fire Station. Sparklers and fountain fireworks are legal in Connecticut, but firefighters warn that the risk is still high. Trooper Kyle Faucher with the Connecticut State Police Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit […]
4th of July travel prompts warnings from law enforcement
Tens of thousands of Connecticut drivers will be on the road tonight into tomorrow as we kick off the long holiday weekend. Which means reminders from law enforcement to drivers and those looking to celebrate. “Three o'clock this morning and I got on the road by 5:30, hit a lot...
CT DEEP emphasizes water safety alongside Stew Leonard, Jr., Greater Waterbury YMCA
WATERTOWN, Conn. — The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection held a press conference at Black Rock State Park on Wednesday to promote swimming safely ahead of the upcoming Fourth of July weekend, according to a release from DEEP. DEEP Deputy Commissioner Mason Trumble was joined by Stew...
CT receives grant funding to improve population health, rein in costs
Connecticut will receive $12 million from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to slow the increase in health care costs statewide. Gov. Ned Lamont said the federal funds will pay for primary care expansion and more community health programs while transforming payment models. Connecticut established a primary care...
Drug Rehab Workers Seek Back Pay
A top executive at a for-profit drug rehab company sought to reassure hundreds of employees — including more than 160 in New Haven — who hadn’t been paid in weeks. They needed to hear from someone in charge, especially after the company’s CEO had just died by...
Bob’s stores closing all retail locations: ‘A stalwart of our local communities’
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Bob’s Stores, a privately held GoDigital Brands subsidiary, will close all of its locations and liquidate all its inventory. The closure is set for July 14, 2024, the company announced on Monday. All Bob’s stores will hold going-out-of-business sales, with items discounted by 30% to 70%. The website shows an “under […]
Drowning, fireworks, car crashes among leading causes of death during ‘trauma season’
Officials are cautioning Connecticut residents to exercise care while celebrating Independence Day to prevent accidents and injuries, which frequently coincide with the summer holiday. Connecticut Child Advocate Sarah Eagan, the state’s child welfare watchdog, notes that drowning is the leading cause of death for kids ages 1 to 4.
Boating enforcement efforts to increase in Connecticut for 4th of July
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — While boating on the Fourth of July is a favorite among some families, not everyone follows rules while on the water. That’s why the National Association of Safe Boating is kicking its Operation Dry Water campaign into high gear over the next three days. “It’s an operation dedicated to boating […]
Fourth of July events in Connecticut to check out
CONNECTICUT, USA — It's a four-day "Weekend Happenings" this week, as celebrations for the Fourth of July will lead to more events this weekend!. If you want to experience American history this Fourth of July, head to Stamford for the 5th Annual Reading of the Declaration of Independence! The Stamford Historical Society will again recreate the city's atmosphere in 1776 by proclaiming the words of the Declaration from the steps of Stamford's oldest dwelling, the Hoyt-Barnum House! Admission is free, and the event runs from 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more here.
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