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Facebook Marketplace Thief Steals $1,400 Tool, Police In Bloomingdale Say
Jayson Moralessales, of Orange, agreed to meet the seller in person to buy the tool, but instead, fled with the item without paying on Oct. 5, police in Bloomingdale said. Moralessales was identified as a suspect and arrested on Monday, Oct. 7, police said. He was released on a summons pending his court appearance.
Advocates push for Connecticut to offer child tax credit
HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The United Way and non-profit community leaders and elected officials unveiled their latest policy agenda for 2025 at the State Capitol on Tuesday. Their goal is to help income-constrained families. Jacqueline Torres is a single mother of a 2-year-old son. She has two jobs and is in school full-time, but she’s […]
Newspaper delivery person’s car catches fire in Orange
ORANGE, Conn. (WTNH) — Orange volunteer fire officials say a newspaper delivery person’s vehicle caught fire early Tuesday morning. Crews responded to the car fire on Cedarwood Drive around 5:09 a.m. No injuries were reported. The car fire is under investigation by the Town of Orange Fire Marshal’s Office.
Waterbury man to be extradited to New Jersey after local arrest
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — A Waterbury man was found to have an active extraditable warrant out of New Jersey after a concerned citizen called in suspicious behavior, according to city police. Police said they received a complaint on Sept 27, about a man appearing to have a gun in his waistband while acting suspiciously on […]
A Gathering of Strength, Love, and Legacy
This citizen contribution was submitted by Making A Difference Foundation President and Founder Earl A. McCoy Sr. about a Sept. 21 outing hosted by his local fathers support group known as Fatherhood RealMen RealTalk. Beneath the towering trees of Sleeping Giant State Park Pavilion, fathers, sons, and supporters gathered for...
Spirit Halloween Is Transforming Into Spirit Christmas This Year
Spirit Halloween is getting into a new spirit this year — the Christmas spirit. The retail popup has announced plans to test out a Christmas-themed store, aptly called Spirit Christmas. Similar to its spooky counterpart, the jolly new concept will occupy vacant buildings across the nation to bring shoppers...
Waterbury man charged with shots fired outside the Naugatuck Motor Lodge
NAUGATUCK, Conn. (WTNH) — Naugatuck police say a Waterbury man is accused of firing a handgun during an argument at Motor Lodge Monday morning. Police were dispatched to the Naugatuck Motor Lodge on New Haven Road before 9 a.m. Upon arrival, witnesses told police a man had been involved in an argument with guests before […]
Lit Fest Brings Baldwin’s Legacy To Life
Inspired by James Baldwin’s commitment to telling the truth, Jacqueline Brown raised her hand to ask a question of the two literature scholars in front of her. “In your personal experience, how has his work taught you to find joy? How has his work incited you towards action?”. Jacqueline...
‘COVID fatigue.’ State health commissioner concerned about lagging vaccination rates
Nearly twice as many people have gotten the flu shot as the COVID-19 vaccine this season, according to the Connecticut Department of Public Health. The state health commissioner blames “COVID fatigue.”
Naugatuck's 66 Church Announces Closure
66 Church, a restaurant and gastropub in New Haven County located at 66 Church St. in Naugatuck, announced on Tuesday, Oct. 8 that it would be closing for good "in the next few weeks." Although no specific reason for the decision was given, the owners thanked its longtime customers for...
Treasure Hunting: Rarities Await You at Connecticut’s ‘Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market’
It was a gorgeous Sunday morning in October 2024 when Mindy and I realized that in the 45 years we've lived in New Fairfield, we've never checked out the legendary New Milford Elephant's Trunk Flea Market. At 4:15 am, the parking lot gates open as a line of cars and...
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