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Bridgeport celebrates at the Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival
Thousands of Bridgeport residents lined the streets and gathered at Seaside Park on Sunday for the Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival. The event included music, dancing, food trucks and more. WSHU Public Radio staff was also at the event to continue our community engagement efforts ahead of the 2024...
65-Day Public Comment Period Kicks Off Plan of Conservation & Development Adoption Process
After approximately 10 months of plan development and a robust community engagement process, the Plan of Conservation & Development (POCD) Sub-Committee has voted to make a substantially complete draft of the POCD available for review on the Town’s website: newcanaan.info/departments/planning&zoning/2024POCDUpdate. From July 17th through September 20th the public may...
With Future Town-Owned Building Renovation Priorities Still Unclear, Selectmen Proceed with Planning for Some Town Hall Repairs
At last night’s (July 16) Board of Selectmen meeting, the subject of Town Hall repairs was one of several important topics discussed. The discussion is a reminder of the juggling act the BOS and other Town officials are performing: trying to address immediate health and safety needs at Town Hall while also strategically planning for over $100 million in other needed projects over the next 10-15 years — not only at Town Hall Campus but other municipal buildings and the schools — all while being mindful of the costs to taxpayers.
Field Club Challenges Neighbor’s Property Ownership Claim
The New Canaan Field Club is disputing property rights with one of its neighbors, documents show. The residents of 164 Smith Ridge Road, a .68-acre residential property located just north of the private club on Route 123, “have made claims of ownership and/or control through adverse possession or via an easement to a section of” the Field Club’s property, according to a Notice filed June 21 in the Town Clerk’s office by attorney Todd Lampert of New Canaan-based Lampert, Toohey & Rucci LLC.
CT Sewer Rooter & Drain Rescues Home Owner In Westport CT
In the charming town of Westport, CT, a residential homeowner faced an urgent plumbing issue that required expert attention. A residential homeowner faced an urgent plumbing issue with a leak repair in Westport CT. The problem was a leaky ball valve on the main water line, posing a potential threat to the property if not addressed promptly. They reached out to CT Sewer Rooter & Drain, a reputable plumbing company based in Stratford, CT, with over 20 years of experience.
UConn Housing Shortage Leaves Stamford Students Scrambling
STAMFORD — Avery Crockett, a rising sophomore at UConn’s Stamford campus, said finding a place to live in the city as a student can be hard work. “Everything is super expensive even with two othe... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20...
Commission Discusses Proposed Striping, Disabled Space on Morse Court
Members of the appointed body that oversees municipal parking lots in New Canaan are asking town officials to carefully balance the number of disabled spaces needed downtown with sorely needed 15-minute spaces. Parking Manager Stacey Miltenberg told members of the Parking Commission during their July 10 meeting that disabled spots...
Danbury Eyeing Options To Replace Stop And Shop
AFter getting word yesterday that the Danbury Stop and Shop on Newtown Road is among the chain’s stores marked for permanent closure later this year, Danbury officials are now scrambling to find a new grocery store to take its place. Farley Santos, advisor to Mayor Roberto Alves, says the goal is finding a store that will contribute to the community and create local jobs. City officials have confirmed that discussions are ongoing with potential new grocers. The Stop & Shop closures include the Danbury location as one of five stores in Connecticut that will close.
Proposed $3 million deal ending City’s 8-year conflict with Housing Authority advances to Common Council
A new proposed agreement between the city and the Norwalk Housing Authority, resolving more than eight years of disputes over the nonprofit’s yearly payments to the city, is headed for a Common Council vote. As part of the deal, the Housing Authority would pay the city more than $3 million for past years.
Sikh religious center granted one-year extension to start construction
The Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Foundation, Inc., which was approved in 2022 to build a two-story Sikh religious center on Richards Avenue, has another year to start construction. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to grant the extension. “We have requested this extension because we had a one-year...
One of City's Oldest Parks Getting Massive Makeover with Work Set to be Finished in Month of September
A major makeover of one of the city’s oldest recreational venues is in full swing and should be complete before the end of summer. According to Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Director Joe Shuttleworth, several major projects at Compton Park are progressing nicely, and some are complete. Most recently, a major part of one of the biggest parts of the makeover – redoing the basketball courts – saw a huge step taken.
Million-Dollar Townhouse Project Sparks Opposition in Glenbrook
STAMFORD – In a city where historic buildings often fall to the developer’s wrecking ball, owners of century-old houses in Glenbrook say they are fighting for their neighborhood as they know it. Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
Failed Inspection Causes Emergency Closure On Busy Bridge In Westchester
Part of a busy bridge in Westchester is closed to traffic as crews make emergency repairs following a failed inspection, officials announced. The northeast ramp of the "H-Bridge" in Tarrytown, which carries Railroad Avenue over Metro-North tracks, is closed to traffic, village officials announ…
City of Norwalk Upcoming Meetings…At your Fingertips
Here is a list of upcoming city meetings in Norwalk:. 2. Community Services Committee of the Common Council. – Location: Room 101 and/or Zoom (Refer to agenda for location/details) 4. Zoning Board of Appeals. – Date: July 18, 2024. – Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. 5. Ad Hoc...
“I have an alternate solution that may work better for MetroNorth and the residents of East Norwalk”
I have been reading with interest the reports on MetroNorth’s progress obtaining approvals for space at Norden Park. I have an alternate solution that may work better for MetroNorth and the residents of East Norwalk. I own a large building at 25 Van Zant Street that can accommodate most, if not all, of MetroNorth’s requirements in a location that would fit the area’s sensibility for traffic and safety.
Norwalk receives $14 million federal grant to improve MLK corridor
The area around the South Norwalk Train Station, particularly the two miles of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive will be getting $14 million worth of improvements thanks to a federal grant. “This $14 million will be transformational for Southwestern Connecticut—creating safer, cleaner, and more accessible thoroughfares for the people...
Noise ordinance explored as leaf blowers roar despite ‘ban’
WESTPORT — Complaints about noise in Westport are growing louder. “All we had to do was put the word noise on our agenda” to prompt an unexpected level of public interest, Ellen Lautenberg, chair of the Representative Town Meeting’s Environment Committee, acknowledged at last week’s meeting of the panel.
New Canaan Fire Marshal: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries have provided us an alternative energy solution for 50 years. They are used to power cell phones, laptops, power tool, personal mobility (bikes, wheelchairs, scooters), uninterrupted power supplies, and electric vehicles. As long as these batteries are treated properly, they will continue to provide a convenient energy source.
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