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Obsitnik Takes Unlikely Path As GOP Gubernatorial Primary Contender Obsitnik Takes Unlikely Path As GOP Gubernatorial Primary Contender
Obsitnik Takes Unlikely Path As GOP Gubernatorial Primary Contender This is the first in a series of Daily Voice articles on Connecticut's candidates for governor. From nuclear submarine officer to high-tech entrepreneur to one of Connecticut's leading Republican candidates for governor, Steve Obsitnik has traveled an unlikely path into politics. It's a path, Obsitnik said in an interview with Daily Voice, that sets him apart from the other two Republican gubernatorial finalists -- whom the Westport businessman called "career politicians." Obsitnik, a native of Stamford, steers right to the central  theme of his campaign: "The biggest proble…

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by Jon Craig
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It's Boughton: Danbury Mayor Wins GOP Delegates' Endorsement For Governor It's Boughton: Danbury Mayor Wins GOP Delegates' Endorsement For Governor
It's Boughton: Danbury Mayor Wins GOP Delegates' Endorsement For Governor In a wild and crazy day, perhaps fittingly held at Foxwoods, Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton held off a strong challenge from former Trumbull First Selectman Tim Herbst and a strong showing from Stamford native Steve Obsitnik of Westport to win the Republican Party's Convention endorsement for governor at the casino in Mashantucket. The outcome came early Saturday evening in the third round. Mike Handler of New Canaan and State Rep Prasad Srinivasan of Glastonbury were eliminated in the first round. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti, David Walker of Bridgeport and Peter Lumaj of Fairfield were then ou…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Crowded Field Of 2018 CT Gubernatorial Candidates Will Be On Display Crowded Field Of 2018 CT Gubernatorial Candidates Will Be On Display
Crowded Field Of 2018 CT Gubernatorial Candidates Will Be On Display Do the math: If every candidate invited to Saturday's 90-minute forum in Westport speaks for five minutes -- the debate will be over. Eighteen candidates from across the state seeking to be Connecticut’s next governor have agreed to meet on April 21 for the Gubernatorial Forum presented by the League of Women Voters. The event, to be held at Westport Town Hall from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., is one of the many attractions of the Maker Faire throughout the day. At least 14 of the 29 announced candidates, as listed below, are from Fairfield County. Most of them have been invited to Saturday's for…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Danbury Begins Annual Attack Against Potholes Danbury Begins Annual Attack Against Potholes
Danbury Begins Annual Attack Against Potholes To combat the annual issue of potholes and to keep roads safe and smooth, the City of Danbury has hired Patch Management Inc. to fill potholes across town. Also known as the “Pothole Killers," the company uses a unique truck-mounted asphalt spray machine that drives on roadways and fills potholes within minutes.  “Last year, the Pothole Killer’s operations and capabilities proved to be unmatched,” said Mayor Mark Boughton. “We are fortunate to bring them back on a two-week subcontract and help solve this issue for our residents and roads after the long winter.” The work began Monday a…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Boughton Back On Job After Collapsing At GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Event Boughton Back On Job After Collapsing At GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Event
Boughton Back On Job After Collapsing At GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Event Mark Boughton is back on the job just in time for St. Patrick's Day.The 54-year-old Boughton, Danbury’s longest-serving mayor, was hospitalized after collapsing from dehydration at an event Thursday for Republican gubernatorial candidates. Boughton was rushed to the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington after the incident at the meet-and-greet for GOP candidates in Avon. Boughton was treated for a benign brain tumor last year, but the Thursday incident was unrelated. Boughton's campaign released a brief statement on the incident on Twitter and said it would have no further …

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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton Throws His Hat In The Ring For Governor's Race Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton Throws His Hat In The Ring For Governor's Race
Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton Throws His Hat In The Ring For Governor's Race DANBURY, Conn. — It's official: Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton announced Tuesday that he is running for governor, according to the News-Times. Boughton, a Republican, made the announcement at a press conference at a noon press conference at the Courtyard Marriott, the News-Times said. This is third run for governor for Boughton, 53, who is serving a record ninth term as Danbury mayor. Boughton, a Republican, formed an exploratory committee over a year ago and has been fundraising for a statewide race. Any candidate using public funds for a gubernatorial campaign must raise $250,000 in separat…

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Police & Fire
Moving Up: Danbury Fire Department Veteran Promoted To Captain Moving Up: Danbury Fire Department Veteran Promoted To Captain
Moving Up: Danbury Fire Department Veteran Promoted To Captain DANBURY, Conn. — Lt. Bart McCleary, a 30-year veteran member of the Danbury Fire Department, was promoted Monday to the rank of fire captain. Family members and co-workers along with representatives of many other city agencies, including Mayor Mark Boughton, gathered to in City Hall to congratulate him on his promotion.  McCleary brings many years of experience as a firefighter and fire officer to his new position of captain.  He will be starting his new chapter in his career this week on D shift. 

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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday
Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday DANBURY, Conn. — After a snowstorm cancellation,  Mayor Mark Boughton is inviting supporters to attend a "special election announcement" in downtown Danbury where he is expected to launch his campaign for governor.  "After a year of exploring a run for statewide office, I have reached a decision on participating in the 2018 election," Boughton said on his Facebook page. "I could not do this without your support and am honored to have you on our team as we move forward." The announcement had been set for last Thursday, but it has been moved to Tuesday, Jan. 9.  …

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by Karen Tensa
Police & Fire
Firefighters: Flames Burn Through Roof Of Danbury Home Firefighters: Flames Burn Through Roof Of Danbury Home
Firefighters: Flames Burn Through Roof Of Danbury Home DANBURY, Conn. — Danbury firefighters worked in frigid temperatures to knock down a large blaze in a home on Fleetwood Drive on late Sunday afternoon.  Flames were visible when firefighters responded to the two-alarm fire in a Cape-style home at 12 Fleetwood Drive after 4:30 p.m., according to the News-Times.      "Rough fire tonight on Fleetwood Drive," Mayor Mark Boughton said via Twitter @MayorMark. "Thankfully no one was hurt. Great work by Danbury Fire Department." Photos from Boughton showed the fire had burned through the roof of the home, which sustained heavy d…

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