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Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots
Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots Here's a rundown of snowfall accumulation reports compiled by the National Weather Service for the winter storm that arrived Saturday night, Dec. 13, and lasted until Sunday afternoon, Dec. 14. The highest snowfall amount came on Long Island: 8.5 inches in Commack. New York Manhattan Central Park 2.7 in 1 PM 12/14 Official NWS Obs Nassau County FARMINGDALE 8.0 IN 1200 PM 12/14 PUBLIC SSE PLAINEDGE 8.0 IN 1206 PM 12/14 TRAINED SPOTTER WSW UPPER BROOKVILLE 7.9 IN 1100 AM 12/14 PUBLIC WSW ELMONT 7.2 IN 1245 PM 12/14 …
HS Teacher From CT Coerced Student, 16, Into Sexual Relationship: Here's Her Fate HS Teacher From CT Coerced Student, 16, Into Sexual Relationship: Here's Her Fate
HS Teacher From CT Coerced Student, 16, Into Sexual Relationship: Here's Her Fate A former Westchester teacher from Connecticut will spend decades in federal prison for coercing a young student into a sexual relationship, prosecutors announced.  Fairfield County resident Sandy Carazas-Pinez of Bethel was sentenced on Friday, Sept. 19 to 25 years in prison for enticing a minor to engage in illegal sexual activity. She was also ordered to serve five years of supervised release, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York said.  According to court documents, Carazas-Pinez was a teacher at an unnamed Yonkers school that serves kindergar…
Robert Redford’s Quiet CT Life: See Inside His Home Of Nearly 20 Years Robert Redford’s Quiet CT Life: See Inside His Home Of Nearly 20 Years
Robert Redford’s Quiet CT Life: See Inside His Home Of Nearly 20 Years Robert Redford will forever be synonymous with Hollywood, the place where he became one of the biggest stars of his era, and Utah, where he built the Sundance Film Festival into a launchpad for up-and-coming filmmakers.  But for nearly two decades, he also called Connecticut home. Robert Redford died Tuesday, Sept. 16, at his home in Utah, surrounded by family. His publicist did not release a cause of death for the 89-year-old.  After establishing himself in Hollywood, Redford moved to a quiet house off Davis Hill Road in Weston in 1978. It was less than a mile from where hi…
Threatening Post Closes CT High School, Police Say Threatening Post Closes CT High School, Police Say
Threatening Post Closes CT High School, Police Say A Fairfield County high school was closed Tuesday, Sept. 16, after police learned of a potentially threatening social media post, officials said. Darien police first announced the school would open on a two-hour delay while the Patrol and Detective Divisions investigated, but later confirmed the closure of Darien High School as “a precautionary measure.” “The Darien Police Department continues to investigate this incident and remains in close communication with school officials,” Chief of Police Jeremiah P. Marron Jr. said. All other Darien Public Schools remained open on a normal schedule…
Million-Dollar Homes, Tiny Crime Rates: See Which East Coast Towns Made America’s Elite List Million-Dollar Homes, Tiny Crime Rates: See Which East Coast Towns Made America’s Elite List
Million-Dollar Homes, Tiny Crime Rates: See Which East Coast Towns Made America’s Elite List If you live in one of these towns, you’re not just doing well — you’re doing really well. Several communities in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia have been named among the safest and richest cities in America for 2025, according to new research from GOBankingRates. The ranking looked at the top 50 cities nationwide with sky-high household incomes, low crime, and enviable livability scores. Data came from the U.S. Census, Zillow home values, Sperling’s BestPlaces cost-of-living indexes, and FBI crime stats. Only towns with a livability index above 80 ma…
Elderly Woman Sinks Teeth Into Masked Intruder After Interrupting Home Invasion: Cops Elderly Woman Sinks Teeth Into Masked Intruder After Interrupting Home Invasion: Cops
Elderly Woman Sinks Teeth Into Masked Intruder After Interrupting Home Invasion: Cops An elderly Connecticut woman took a bite out of crime — literally — when she confronted a man police say broke into her Shelton home last week. David Pavlik, 57, of Seymour, is facing multiple felony charges after the Aug. 15 break-in, Shelton police said. The 68-year-old victim told police she felt something was wrong when she returned to her Shelton home around 12:15 p.m. and noticed her door was slightly open. She walked inside and found a man wearing a ski mask, but she didn't let that scare her, authorities said. Instead, she fought back — biting his arm during the struggle and snappi…
Making Waves Against Cancer: Hundreds Swim To Raise Nearly $1M In Swim Event Making Waves Against Cancer: Hundreds Swim To Raise Nearly $1M In Swim Event
Making Waves Against Cancer: Hundreds Swim To Raise Nearly $1M In Swim Event With the sun rising over Glen Cove and just weeks after a similar swim in Fairfield County, more than 250 swimmers plunged into the Long Island Sound at Pryibil Beach for the 25th Annual Swim Across America – Nassau/Suffolk Open Water Swim on Saturday, Aug. 2. This milestone event raised a staggering $950,000, pushing the event’s lifetime total past $15 million for cancer research and care. It’s not just a number — that money directly supports life-saving work at hospitals and research centers across the region, including Memorial Sloan Kettering, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, and Northwell…
CT Teen Killed After Log Splitter Rollover At NY Home CT Teen Killed After Log Splitter Rollover At NY Home
CT Teen Killed After Log Splitter Rollover At NY Home An 18-year-old Connecticut resident was killed Wednesday evening, July 16, in a tragic incident involving heavy landscaping equipment in Northern Westchester, police said. Fairfield County resident Brandon Q. Gmelin of Ridgefield, CT, was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a rolling log splitter at a private residence in the Town of South Salem, New York State Police announced. Troopers responded to the home at around 6:30 p.m. along with investigators from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation and officers from the Town of Lewisboro Police Department, following a 911 call re…
'Hate! Him!' Richard Gere Under Fire From Paul Simon's Daughter For Selling Her Former CT Home 'Hate! Him!' Richard Gere Under Fire From Paul Simon's Daughter For Selling Her Former CT Home
'Hate! Him!' Richard Gere Under Fire From Paul Simon's Daughter For Selling Her Former CT Home "Pretty Woman" star Richard Gere's decision to sell his Connecticut estate that once belonged to famed singer-songwriter Paul Simon has irked Simon's daughter enough to wish a curse upon him. Why such vitriol from the 30-year-old daughter of one half of the legendary duo Simon & Garfunkel? According to an Instagram story posted on Tuesday, July 8, by Lulu Simon, Gere promised to "take care of the land as condition of his purchase."  This was particularly important to Simon, who has followed her dad into the music business, as her childhood pets are buried on the 32-acre property, l…
Red, White, And Boom: Your Guide To Fourth Of July Fireworks, Festivities In Connecticut Red, White, And Boom: Your Guide To Fourth Of July Fireworks, Festivities In Connecticut
Red, White, And Boom: Your Guide To Fourth Of July Fireworks, Festivities In Connecticut From small-town parades to beachside bursts of color, Connecticut knows how to party like it’s 1776. Grab a blanket, pack the snacks, and prepare for oohs, aahs, and patriotic cheers under the stars. Here are some of the celebrations happening in Connecticut to celebrate America's 249th birthday.  Fairfield County Darien — Friday, July 11 — fireworks at dusk (9:15 p.m.) — at Darien High School Fairfield — Saturday, July 5 — fireworks 9:15 p.m. — at Jennings and Penfield Beaches Greenwich — Saturday, July 5 — Binney Park show 9:10 p.m.; Greenwich Point Park 9:35 p.m. — at Binney Park a…
From Pool To Podium: CT 11-Year-Old Raises Thousands For Research While Chasing Olympic Dream From Pool To Podium: CT 11-Year-Old Raises Thousands For Research While Chasing Olympic Dream
From Pool To Podium: CT 11-Year-Old Raises Thousands For Research While Chasing Olympic Dream Shep Jennings may be a kind, soft-spoken, and well-mannered 11-year-old, but in the water, he’s unstoppable, winning awards, accolades, and the respect of the Connecticut swimming community. But Shep wants to use his skills in the water to help doctors fight cancer. The Darien fifth grader is channeling his love of swimming into raising money for Swim Across America, held Saturday, June 21, in Stamford. He’s already helped raise more than $9,000 for cancer research, making him one of this year’s top individual fundraisers for Swim Across America – Fairfield County. The organization is stil…
Asphalt Set Ablaze In Wild CT Parking Lot Takeover; 4 Busted, Multiple Cars Impounded Asphalt Set Ablaze In Wild CT Parking Lot Takeover; 4 Busted, Multiple Cars Impounded
Asphalt Set Ablaze In Wild CT Parking Lot Takeover; 4 Busted, Multiple Cars Impounded A wild late-night car meetup at a Fairfield County shopping center turned dangerous when drivers lit up the asphalt — literally — and turned a grocery store parking lot into a street stunt arena. Now, more than a month later, police have arrested four people and impounded multiple vehicles.  David Romero, Wanda Romero, Dilmar Ruano-Barrera, and Christopher McGirl are facing multiple charges from the late-night May 2 takeover at a Stop & Shop in Fairfield, police said.  Original Report: Fireworks, Flames, Burnouts As Cars Take Over Fairfield Parking Lot Fairfield officers responded to t…
Chaos in CT: Woman Triggers Police Standoff, Teen Charged With Attempted Murder Blocks Away Chaos in CT: Woman Triggers Police Standoff, Teen Charged With Attempted Murder Blocks Away
Chaos in CT: Woman Triggers Police Standoff, Teen Charged With Attempted Murder Blocks Away Police in Fairfield County were busy with two major calls Tuesday, Jan. 3, following a stand-off with a 26-year-old woman and a teenager accused of attempted murder and carjacking. All happening within a few blocks. The ordeal began around 2 p.m. when police officers in Newtown were called to a house near the intersection of Park and Greenbriar Lanes to help with a Department of Children and Families investigation.  When officers arrived, however, Samantha Rivera, the 26-year-old under investigation, refused to come out or let social workers inside, Newtown police said. She was ar…
CT Captain Lost At Sea ID’d After Bones Wash Up In New Jersey CT Captain Lost At Sea ID’d After Bones Wash Up In New Jersey
CT Captain Lost At Sea ID’d After Bones Wash Up In New Jersey Skeletal remains that washed up on South Jersey beaches over nearly two decades have been identified as the captain of a 19th-century schooner, law enforcement announced. The remains, found between 1995 and 2013 in Atlantic and Cape May counties, were confirmed to belong to 29-year-old Henry Goodsell, who died in a shipwreck off the Brigantine coast in 1844. The identification was made by the New Jersey State Police in partnership with the Ramapo College of New Jersey Investigative Genetic Genealogy Center (IGG). A skull was first found in Longport in 1995. More bones turned up in Margate …
Millions In CT Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why Millions In CT Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why
Millions In CT Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Study Warns: Here's Why Nearly half of all people in the United States, including millions across the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, are breathing unhealthy levels of air pollution, according to a new study. The American Lung Association released its 2025 edition of the "State of the Air" report on Wednesday, April 23. The study, now in its 26th year, highlights troubling air quality trends in Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The report found that 156 million people – about 46% of the U.S. population – are living in counties that earned failing grades f…
Cold Case Bust: Man Caught In 1989 Kidnappings Of CT Woman, 11-Year-Old Cold Case Bust: Man Caught In 1989 Kidnappings Of CT Woman, 11-Year-Old
Cold Case Bust: Man Caught In 1989 Kidnappings Of CT Woman, 11-Year-Old A 53-year-old man has been linked to two kidnappings that occurred in 1989 in Fairfield County, Connecticut, closing a 36-year mystery for prosecutors. David Vincent Coffey, of New Britain, was previously tied to the April 23, 1989, kidnapping and sexual assault of an 11-year-old girl in Danbury, police said. Now, investigators say he is also connected to the abduction and sexual assault of a 20-year-old woman from the same Danbury home in January 1989. Both victims were reportedly taken from the same residence on Peace Street, according to News-Times. Coffey faces charges of first-degree …
Recall Issued For Specialty Burger Product Sold At Family-Owned CT Supermarket Recall Issued For Specialty Burger Product Sold At Family-Owned CT Supermarket
Recall Issued For Specialty Burger Product Sold At Family-Owned CT Supermarket A family-owned Connecticut supermarket chain has issued a recall for a specialty hamburger product that may pose a serious health risk to some customers. Caraluzzi’s Markets, based in Bethel, announced a recall of its 8-ounce Italian Style Seafood Burgers due to the presence of undeclared egg, a known allergen.  The product was sold at all four store locations in Fairfield County: Bethel, Wilton, Newtown and Danbury. People with an egg allergy or severe sensitivity are at risk of a serious or potentially life-threatening reaction if they consume the mislabeled burgers, the US Food and…
CT Chef Nominated For James Beard Award For Best In Northeast CT Chef Nominated For James Beard Award For Best In Northeast
CT Chef Nominated For James Beard Award For Best In Northeast A chef in Fairfield County has been nominated as one of the best in the Northeast, making him the only Connecticut-based culinary professional recognized on this year’s James Beard Awards list—often dubbed the "Oscars of the food world." Brian Lewis, chef and owner of The Cottage in Westport, was nominated for the James Beard Awards on Wednesday, April 2. Other contenders in the Best Chef: Northeast category hail from Rhode Island, Vermont, and Massachusetts. Lewis began his culinary journey at age 13 in Somers, New York, after a football injury sidelined him, according to his bio. He earne…
Mary Tyler Moore's Historic CT Estate Sells For $16.9M: See Inside Mary Tyler Moore's Historic CT Estate Sells For $16.9M: See Inside
Mary Tyler Moore's Historic CT Estate Sells For $16.9M: See Inside After 18 months on the market and a $5 million price cut, Mary Tyler Moore's sprawling 13,000 square-foot estate in Greenwich has sold for $16.9 million.  Greenwich Time first reported on the sale. The Georgian colonial estate in Fairfield County, located at 10 Cliffdale Road in Greenwich, sits on seven acres of rolling hills and was once owned by the late comedienne and her husband, Dr. S. Robert Levine. The solarium where Mary Tyler Moore spent her final years, reports said.  Sotheby's International Realty The couple bought the 125-year-old home in 2006 for $9 million. …
Ex-CT Official Sentenced in Toxic Cover-Up That Contaminated Schools, Beaches Ex-CT Official Sentenced in Toxic Cover-Up That Contaminated Schools, Beaches
Ex-CT Official Sentenced in Toxic Cover-Up That Contaminated Schools, Beaches A former public works director for a Fairfield County Town was sentenced to six months in prison and five years probation after he admitted to illegally dumping hazardous materials on town property, authorities said.  Ex-Fairfield official Joseph Michelangelo, 63, pleaded guilty to multiple environmental crimes, including the illegal disposal of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and asbestos, operating an unpermitted waste facility, and conspiracy to commit larceny and forgery, the State's Attorney's Office said.  Prosecutors say that between 2013 and 2020, he and others consp…
Historic CT Estate With Secret Speakeasy, Marilyn Monroe Ties Hits Market For $1.2M Historic CT Estate With Secret Speakeasy, Marilyn Monroe Ties Hits Market For $1.2M
Historic CT Estate With Secret Speakeasy, Marilyn Monroe Ties Hits Market For $1.2M A stunning 18th-century estate in Fairfield County is turning heads — not just for its impeccable restoration but for its hidden secrets and rumored ties to Marilyn Monroe. Boxwood Farm, a circa 1765 home perched atop Taunton Hill, offers a rare blend of history and luxury. Set on 2.51 acres of stonewalled grounds, the property boasts original chestnut floors, multiple fireplaces, and sun-drenched living spaces that highlight its extraordinary craftsmanship. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Every detail has been restored, from its vintage fixtures to the hand-hewn beams. The living room, f…
Louisiana-Inspired Daiquiris, Cajun Eats Arrive In CT At New Restaurant Louisiana-Inspired Daiquiris, Cajun Eats Arrive In CT At New Restaurant
Louisiana-Inspired Daiquiris, Cajun Eats Arrive In CT At New Restaurant A taste of New Orleans has arrived in Connecticut. Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory opened in downtown Bridgeport, bringing its Louisiana-inspired flavors and signature frozen cocktails to Fairfield County. The restaurant at 997 Main Street held a soft opening on Friday, Feb. 7. Known for its bold Southern dishes and colorful daiquiris, the restaurant offers a menu featuring Cajun classics like gumbo, crawfish étouffée, and alligator bites. Customers can choose from a variety of signature daiquiris, including hurricane, peach, and piña colada. Southern Classic also offers plenty of other …
$1.6M CT Home From Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet Film Hits Market: See Inside $1.6M CT Home From Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet Film Hits Market: See Inside
$1.6M CT Home From Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet Film Hits Market: See Inside A piece of Hollywood history is now up for sale in Fairfield County.  The home, featured prominently in the critically acclaimed Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet film "Revolutionary Road," hit the market in Darien for $1.595M earlier this month. It is currently under contract.  Zillow The 3,000-square-foot home at 110 Raymond St. in Darien includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a two-car garage, a wood-burning stove, and a private pool. The New England Center Hall Colonial is located in the town's Tokeneke district. The basement includes a workshop and slate pool table.&nbs…
Ex-Con Tosses Gun Loaded With 15 Rounds Of Ammo During Police Chase In CT: Cops Ex-Con Tosses Gun Loaded With 15 Rounds Of Ammo During Police Chase In CT: Cops
Ex-Con Tosses Gun Loaded With 15 Rounds Of Ammo During Police Chase In CT: Cops A 33-year-old convicted felon was arrested after fleeing from police and tossing a loaded handgun in Fairfield County, authorities said. The Bridgeport Regional Task Force had been investigating Kevin Reese, of Bridgeport, for drug and firearm violations throughout January 2025, police said on Tuesday, Feb. 11. On Jan. 29, Fairfield Police attempted to pull over a gray Dodge Charger, but the driver, later identified as Reese, fled from officers, police said. Later that day, Task Force Officers spotted Reese on East Washington Avenue in Bridgeport approaching the same vehicle. When officers…
New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Connecticut New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Connecticut
New Update: Here Are Final, Updated Snowfall Totals For Connecticut Here's a look at snowfall accumulation totals from Connecticut and Massachusetts compiled by the National Weather Service for the storm that moved through Saturday night, Feb. 8 into Sunday, Feb. 9. Location Amount Time/Date Provider Connecticut Fairfield County Sandy Hook 6.1 inches 0900 AM 02/09 COCORAHS Bridgeport Airport 5.0 inches 0700 AM 02/09 Official NWS Obs 1 E Danbury 5.0 inches 0700 AM 02/09 Trained Spotter New Canaan 5.0 inches 0800 AM 02/09 COCORAHS Newtown 5.3 S 5.0 inches 084…
Worker Buried Alive: CT Contractor Admits 'Recklessness' In Trench Death, DA Says Worker Buried Alive: CT Contractor Admits 'Recklessness' In Trench Death, DA Says
Worker Buried Alive: CT Contractor Admits 'Recklessness' In Trench Death, DA Says A Connecticut contractor has pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment following the death of a worker who was buried alive at a Westchester construction site in 2021, officials announced.  Fairfield County resident Michael Conway, age 60, of Bethel, admitted to disregarding federal safety regulations that could have prevented the fatal collapse, Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace said on Friday, Feb. 7.  On May 4, 2021, 46-year-old Jose Vega was working inside a nine-foot-deep trench when it suddenly collapsed, completely burying him. The site lacked required cave-in…
CT-Based 'Lesser Evil,' Owned By Dad Of Alleged DOGE Staff Member, Moves Into New Property CT-Based 'Lesser Evil,' Owned By Dad Of Alleged DOGE Staff Member, Moves Into New Property
Ct-based 'Lesser Evil,' Owned By Dad Of Alleged Doge Staff Member, Moves Into New Property A fast-growing, CT-based snack brand owned by the father of a 19-year-old allegedly working with Elon Musk's new Department of Government Efficiency has secured a massive new distribution facility in Putnam County, expanding its presence in the Northeast. Lesser Evil, a Danbury, Connecticut-based company known for its organic and minimally processed snacks, has signed a 303,100-square-foot lease at Lincoln Logistics 84x684 Crossings in Brewster, according to real estate developer Lincoln Equities Group (LEG). The facility, located near major highways I-84, I-684, and Route 7 and finished in…
(Updated) Unmarked Police Car Hits, Kills CT Pedestrian While Responding To Call (Updated) Unmarked Police Car Hits, Kills CT Pedestrian While Responding To Call
(Updated) Unmarked Police Car Hits, Kills CT Pedestrian While Responding To Call Update: Police have identified the man killed as Manuel Bonilla-Gomez. Click here for more information.  Original: A Fairfield County resident was killed Monday evening, Feb. 3, while riding his bike after an unmarked police car responding to a call crashed into them, authorities said.  The Norwalk resident — who was not named — was riding his bike near the Connecticut and Fairfield Avenues intersection in Norwalk around 6 p.m. when the vehicle crashed into them.  Paramedics rushed them to Norwalk Hospital, but doctors were unable to save their life.  Po…
14-Year-Old From CT Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park: DA 14-Year-Old From CT Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park: DA
14-Year-Old From CT Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park: DA A 14-year-old boy from Connecticut faces life in prison after being charged with murder in connection with a deadly Yonkers shooting that left one man dead and another wounded, officials said. The 14-year-old Fairfield County resident from Stratford was indicted and arraigned on Thursday, Jan. 30, in Westchester County Court's Youth Part in connection with a fatal shooting at Yonkers' Doyle Park in August 2024, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced. According to the DA's Office, at around 5 p.m. on Aug. 26, 2024, the defendant allegedly opened fire and fatally shot 29-…
These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State
These Towns Got The Most Snow In CT: Winter Storm Brings 6 Inches Across The State Connecticut towns experienced significant snowfall from the storm that swept through the region on Jan. 19 and 20.  Towns in Hartford County recorded some of the highest totals in the state, with North Canton and Glastonbury Center each receiving 6 inches, according to the National Weather Service. Other counties, including Fairfield and Tolland, also saw substantial snow, with several towns reporting over 5 inches. Alongside North Canton and Glastonbury Center's 6-inch totals, towns such as Bristol and Bradley Airport reported over 5 inches of snow. Simsbury, East Hartford, and South …
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Middlesex County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Middlesex County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Middlesex County A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…