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Westport weighs zoning change that could bring alcohol, outdoor dining to Old Mill
The Old Mill Grocery & Deli, which dates to 1919, closed last month after its most recent operator, Romanacci, ended its three-year run at the site. Ned Gerard/Hearst Connecticut Media WESTPORT — The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a new zoning district that could allow on-site alcohol service and outdoor dining at the former Old Mill Grocery & Deli site at 222 Hillspoint Road, and potentially at two other Westport food businesses.
University of New Haven student killed in wrong-way I-91 crash in North Haven, officials say
A person died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-91 southbound between exits 9 and 8 in North Haven around midnight Friday, state police said. Courtesy of the Connecticut State Police NORTH HAVEN — A University of New Haven student was killed in a head-on collision caused by a wrong-way driver late Friday night on Interstate 91 southbound near Exit 9, the university and state police said Saturday.
Knife-point robbery reported in Milford; police seek 5 men in black Audi
Milford police are seeking information about a knife-point robbery and a separate incident in which three men threw food or liquid at another man. Both incidents were reported Friday. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media MILFORD — Police are seeking information about a knife-point robbery and a separate incident in which three men threw food or liquid at another man. Both incidents were reported Friday.
Knife-point robbery reported in Milford; police seek 5 men in black Audi
MILFORD — Police are seeking information about a knife-point robbery reported Friday. Police responded to Shipyard Lane for a reported robbery about 11:45 p.m. A person told police that five men in a black Audi pulled a knife on him and stole his wallet. The Audi was last seen near Shipyard Lane and New Haven Avenue, police said. Anyone with information or video footage is asked to contact the Milford Police Department at 203-878-6551.
East Haven crash damages water main, creates sinkhole that swallows car
The crash happened around 10 p.m. at the corner of Taylor Avenue and Bishop Street. The hydrant did not break away as designed, damaging the water main below it, the fire department said. The break created a large sinkhole that swallowed the car and flooded the basement of a nearby home. EAST HAVEN —About 10 homes in East Haven temporarily lost water service Friday night after a car struck a fire hydrant and damaged a water main, the fire department said.
East Haven crash damages water main, creates sinkhole that swallows car
About 10 homes in East Haven temporarily lost water service Friday night after a car hit a fire hydrant and damaged a water main, the fire department said. Courtesy of East Haven Fire Department About 10 homes in East Haven temporarily lost water service Friday night after a car hit a fire hydrant and damaged a water main, the fire department said.
East Haven crash damages water main, creates sinkhole that swallows car
About 10 homes in East Haven temporarily lost water service Friday night after a car hit a fire hydrant and damaged a water main, the fire department said. Courtesy of East Haven Fire Department About 10 homes in East Haven temporarily lost water service Friday night after a car hit a fire hydrant and damaged a water main, the fire department said.
1 killed, 4 hurt in multi-vehicle crash on I-91 in North Haven, state police say
Follow 1 killed, 4 hurt in multi-vehicle crash on I-91 in North Haven, state police say Sat, October 17, 2026 at 8:36 AM EDT A person died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-91 southbound between exits 9 and 8 in North Haven around midnight Friday, state police said. (Courtesy of the Connecticut State Police ) NORTH HAVEN - A wrong-way driver was involved in a head-on collision that killed a person on Interstate 91 southbound near Exit 9 late Friday, state police said.
Bristol police officer fatally shoots person during welfare check
Follow Bristol police officer fatally shoots person during welfare check Sat, October 17, 2026 at 8:07 AM EDT A Bristol police officer fatally shot a person during a well-being check late Friday, police said, days after the city marked four years since two officers were killed in an ambush.
Former Jimmy’s deli site in Norwalk will become 11 new housing units
A rendering of a multifamily building proposed for Van Zant Street in Norwalk Courtesy of Alexander Melko A rendering of townhouses proposed for Rowan Street in Norwalk Courtesy of Alexander Melko NORWALK — A developer won approval to build 11 housing units at the former Jimmy’s Mediterranean Deli site at 65 Van Zant St. and 28 Rowan St., including one affordable unit.
New Haven man charged after police say he stabbed another man in Bridgeport
Yannick Williams was arrested minutes after the stabbing near the Bridgeport train station on Water Street, where a patrol sergeant recognized him from the suspect description, according to a statement from Bridgeport police. Officers recovered a knife with what appeared to be blood on it, police said. Officers and detectives responded to the area of Iranistan Avenue and State Street around 7 p.m. after a 911 caller reported the stabbing, police said.
New Haven man charged after police say he stabbed another man in Bridgeport
BRIDGEPORT — A 36-year-old New Haven man has been charged with first-degree assault after police said he stabbed another man during a street fight Friday evening on Iranistan Avenue. Yannick Williams was arrested minutes after the stabbing near the Bridgeport train station on Water Street, where a patrol sergeant recognized him from the suspect description, according to a statement from Bridgeport police. Officers recovered a knife with what appeared to be blood on it, police said.
Firefighters pull unconscious elderly woman from Connecticut home; 2 hurt
Two people were hospitalized with serious to critical injuries after a fire tore through a one-story home on Malcolm Road in West Haven early Saturday, fire officials said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — Two people received serious to critical injuries when an early morning fire tore through a one-story home on Malcolm Road on Saturday, fire officials said.
Firefighters pull unconscious elderly woman from Connecticut home; 2 hurt
Two people were hospitalized with serious to critical injuries after a fire tore through a one-story home on Malcolm Road in West Haven early Saturday, fire officials said. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media WEST HAVEN — Two people received serious to critical injuries when an early morning fire tore through a one-story home on Malcolm Road on Saturday, fire officials said.
Connecticut’s forest fire danger is moderate Saturday. Here’s how to stay safe outdoors
Crews battle a brush fire on Brown Brook Road in Southbury in May. The forest fire danger level is moderate Saturday across Connecticut, according to the state Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. Courtesy of the Southbury Fire Department The forest fire danger level is moderate Saturday across Connecticut, according to the state Department of Energy & Environmental Protection.
Tractor-trailer and SUV collide on I-95 in Stamford; right lane closed Original
By Sandra Diamond Fox, Staff WriterOct 10, 2026 The right lane of I-95 was closed in Stamford Saturday after a tractor-trailer and SUV collided. No injuries were reported, according to Connecticut State Police. Courtesy of the Connecticut State Police STAMFORD — A truck crash on Interstate 95 between Exits 9 and 8 in Stamford closed the right lane Saturday morning, according to the state Department of Transportation.
CT firefighters heard explosions at East Haven car fire. Then they found acetylene torches
Firefighters responding to a car fire on Andy’s Drive in East Haven Friday evening found a car heavily engulfed in flames. Courtesy of East Haven Firefighters Local 1205 An acetylene torch from a car fire in East Haven Friday evening.
Connecticut’s Darien approves plan to demolish former St. Paul’s Church, divide site into 4 lots
The 14.4-acre former St. Paul's Church property in Darien will be divided into four residential lots under a plan approved by the Planning & Zoning Commission, subject to review by the town historian. Ned Gerard/Hearst Connecticut Media The 14.4-acre former St. Paul's Church property in Darien will be divided into four residential lots under a plan approved by the Planning & Zoning Commission, subject to review by the town historian. Humberto J.
Ansonia firefighters battle early-morning blaze at Gatison Park playground
File photo of an Ansonia, Conn., fire engine. Ansonia firefighters responded around 3:30 a.m. to John Gatison Jr. Park, near Third and Star streets, after receiving a report of a possible structure fire. Contributed Photo / Ansonia Fire Department ANSONIA — Firefighters extinguished an early Saturday morning fire involving playground equipment and safety surfacing at John Gatison Jr. Park, the Ansonia Fire Department said.
Ansonia firefighters battle early-morning blaze at Gatison Park playground Original
When crews arrived, they found the playground and its rubber safety matting on fire. Firefighters quickly extinguished the blaze and then pulled apart sections of the matting to check for hidden fire and remaining hot spots, the department said. ANSONIA — Firefighters extinguished an early Saturday morning fire involving playground equipment and safety surfacing at John Gatison Jr. Park, the Ansonia Fire Department said.
New Canaan residents push back against Waveny’s 150-unit senior community concept
A rendering of a proposed senior living residence on a 50-acre parcel west of Lapham Road, part of which New Canaan uses as a mulch field. Waveny LifeCare Network The area of the mulch field in New Canaan that Waveny would like to build a senior living development. Waveny LifeCare Network NEW CANAAN — Residents are pushing back against Waveny LifeCare Network’s concept for a 150-unit senior living community on 50 acres of town-owned land between the Merritt Parkway and Route 106.
Former Bed Bath & Beyond space in Norwalk adds children’s play center, dance studio Original
CHALK, a recreation center for children, has moved 542 Westport. Ave. in Norwalk. Sandra Diamond Fox/Hearst Connecticut Media CHALK, a recreation center for children, has moved 542 Westport. Ave. in Norwalk. Sandra Diamond Fox/Hearst Connecticut Media Once Upon A Child opened in July in the former OshKosh B’Gosh and Carter’s spaces at 542 Westport. Ave. in Norwalk. Those stores closed about two years ago.
How much rain did CT's nor'easter bring Saturday? Here are the top totals so far
Chester had recorded nearly an inch of rain by 12:15 p.m. Saturday, while more than 20 Connecticut communities had received more than a half-inch of rain Saturday morning as a powerful nor'easter moves through the state.
Thousands of Connecticut power outages reported as nor'easter hits state
Follow Thousands of Connecticut power outages reported as nor'easter hits state Sat, September 26, 2026 at 7:48 AM EDT File photo of a heavy rain storm in July. Hundreds of Connecticut power outages were reported Saturday morning as a nor'easter hit the state. (Jim Shannon / Hearst Connecticut Media) Nearly 6,300 Connecticut power outages were reported Saturday morning as a nor'easter brings strong winds and rain to the state, according to Eversource and United Illuminating.
Developer draws on Norwalk, Bridgeport roots to build affordable housing
Edward Gormbley, managing partner of Workforce Partners, at the firm's latest project, at 19½ Clinton Ave. in Norwalk, on Sept. 4. H John Voorhees III/Hearst Connecticut Media Workforce Partners' latest project is at 19½ Clinton Ave. in Norwalk. H John Voorhees III/Hearst Connecticut Media Workforce Partners' latest project is at 19½ Clinton Ave. in Norwalk.
Two people suffer graze wounds in overnight Bridgeport shooting, official says
Bridgeport police are investigating three separate overnight incidents in which three people suffered non-life-threatening graze wounds. Arnold Gold/Hearst Connecticut Media BRIDGEPORT — Two city residents were treated for bullet graze wounds following an overnight shooting incident in Bridgeport, a city official said Saturday. The incident occurred at about 12:10 a.m. on the 450 block of Trumbull Avenue, said Shawnna White, the city’s public information officer.
Three wounded in separate overnight Bridgeport shootings; police search for suspects
Bridgeport police responded to Stone Ridge Road about 12:15 a.m. after a gunshot detection system alert. Officers found one person with a non-life-threatening graze wound, said Shawnna White, the city’s public information officer. BRIDGEPORT — Three people were treated for non-life-threatening graze wounds in separate overnight incidents in Bridgeport, officials said. About 15 minutes later, a second person was found with a non-life-threatening graze wound.
Conn. Police Catch Suspect Stealing Copper Pipes From Headquarters
Conn. Police Catch Suspect Stealing Copper Pipes From Headquarters A man was arrested after Naugatuck police officers caught him allegedly stripping copper piping from air-conditioning equipment at police headquarters. By Sandra Diamond Fox Source Journal Inquirer, Manchester, Conn. What to Know A 20-year-old man was arrested after Naugatuck police officers allegedly caught him stealing copper piping from air-conditioning equipment at police headquarters.
21-year-old New Haven man dies after double shooting in West River
A man injured in a double shooting Thursday night in New Haven’s West River neighborhood has died, police said Saturday. Christian Abraham/Hearst Connecticut Media NEW HAVEN — A 21-year-old man injured in a double shooting Thursday night in New Haven’s West River neighborhood has died, police said Saturday. Garnet Beckford of New Haven succumbed to his injuries, police said in a social media post. His death is being investigated as a homicide.
New Haven police warn public not to confront riders during planned weekend ‘ride out’
New Haven police said the department plans to monitor a ‘ride out’ advertised for this weekend and urged residents not to intervene. Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media NEW HAVEN — Police are warning residents not to confront participants in a planned “ride out” taking place in New Haven this weekend and are asking people to report reckless driving or other illegal activity.
New Haven police warn public not to confront riders during planned weekend ‘ride out’
New Haven police said the department plans to monitor a ‘ride out’ advertised for this weekend and urged residents not to intervene. Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media NEW HAVEN — Police are warning residents not to confront participants in a planned “ride out” taking place in New Haven this weekend and are asking people to report reckless driving or other illegal activity.
Fire damages empty Bridgeport multifamily house early Saturday, official says
BRIDGEPORT — A fire in an empty multifamily house on Pequonnock Street early Saturday morning is under investigation, Bridgeport officials said. The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to the 80 block of Pequonnock Street for a report of fire around 1:45 a.m., according to the city's public information officer. No injuries were reported. The Bridgeport Fire Marshals Office is investigating the incident.
Tequila Escape in Ridgefield closes after ‘so many incredible years'; Stamford location remains open
Follow Tequila Escape in Ridgefield closes after ‘so many incredible years'; Stamford location remains open Sat, August 22, 2026 at 1:47 PM EDT Co-owners of Tequila Escape, Angel Pena and Steven Kakavelis, pictured in March 2023. Tequila Escape at 439 Main St. in Ridgefield has closed.
Fire damages empty Bridgeport multifamily house early Saturday, official says
BRIDGEPORT — A fire in an empty multifamily house on Pequonnock Street early Saturday morning is under investigation, Bridgeport officials said. The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to the 80 block of Pequonnock Street for a report of fire around 1:45 a.m., according to the city's public information officer. No injuries were reported. The Bridgeport Fire Marshals Office is investigating the incident.
2 Connecticut state parks, 1 boat launch close after parking lots fill to capacity Saturday
Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield is closed to new visitors Saturday after its parking lot reached capacity, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Dave Zajac/Hearst Connecticut Media Two Connecticut state parks and a state boat launch are closed to new visitors Saturday after their parking lots reached capacity, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection reported.
New Haven bicyclist dies in hit-and-run; police find vehicle abandoned
FILE PHOTO — A New Haven Police Department vehicle. New Haven police responded around 11:15 p.m. Friday to a report of a crash involving a bicyclist near Howard Avenue and 2nd Street, according to the New Haven Police Department. The vehicle involved fled the scene after the crash, police said. Christian Abraham/Hearst Connecticut Media NEW HAVEN — A 53-year-old New Haven bicyclist died after being struck by a driver who fled the scene Friday night, police said.
2 Connecticut state parks, 1 boat launch close after parking lots fill to capacity Saturday
Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield is closed to new visitors Saturday after its parking lot reached capacity, according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. Dave Zajac/Hearst Connecticut Media Two Connecticut state parks and a state boat launch are closed to new visitors Saturday after their parking lots reached capacity, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection reported.
17-year-old charged with murder in killing of Connecticut basketball standout
FILE PHOTO — A Bridgeport police vehicle. A 17-year-old faces a murder charge in the killing of 18-year-old Leon Richardson, a former Bullard-Havens basketball player, Bridgeport police said. Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media BRIDGEPORT — A Bridgeport teen was arrested Friday in connection with the fatal shooting of former Bullard-Havens Technical High School basketball standout Leon Richardson, officials said.
Driver hospitalized after rollover crash on Route 15 in Orange
A driver was taken to the hospital after a one-car rollover crash on Route 15 in Orange early Saturday, fire officials said. Courtesy of the Orange Volunteer Fire Department ORANGE — A driver was taken to the hospital after a one-car rollover crash on Route 15 in Orange early Saturday, fire officials said.
Former Calico Corners in Westport gets new life with Closet Factory flagship
Closet Factory is opening a franchise location on Post Road East in Westport on Labor Day. Alexander Soule/Hearst Connecticut Media WESTPORT — The former Calico Corners space on Post Road East in Westport is filling up again, this time with a Closet Factory flagship showroom and a collection of salon and beauty businesses.
2 Connecticut state parks, 1 boat launch close after parking lots fill to capacity Saturday
Two Connecticut state parks and a state boat launch are closed to new visitors Saturday after their parking lots reached capacity, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection reported. Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield, Millers Pond State Park in Durham and the Highland Lake state boat launch in Winchester are closed, according to DEEP.
New Haven bicyclist dies in hit-and-run; police find vehicle abandoned
FILE PHOTO — A New Haven Police Department vehicle. New Haven police responded around 11:15 p.m. Friday to a report of a crash involving a bicyclist near Howard Avenue and 2nd Street, according to the New Haven Police Department. The vehicle involved fled the scene after the crash, police said. Christian Abraham/Hearst Connecticut Media NEW HAVEN — A 53-year-old New Haven bicyclist died after being struck by a driver who fled the scene Friday night, police said.
17-year-old charged with murder in killing of Connecticut basketball standout
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17-year-old charged with murder in killing of Connecticut basketball standout
FILE PHOTO — A Bridgeport police vehicle. A 17-year-old faces a murder charge in the killing of 18-year-old Leon Richardson, a former Bullard-Havens basketball player, Bridgeport police said. Christian Abraham / Hearst Connecticut Media BRIDGEPORT — A Bridgeport teen was arrested Friday in connection with the fatal shooting of former Bullard-Havens Technical High School basketball standout Leon Richardson, officials said.
Norwalk's long-stalled 'Tyvek Temple' finally welcomes residents after nearly 20 years
Isaacs Street in Norwalk in June, with construction underway on the Wall Street Place development (left) at 61 Wall St. and 17 Isaacs St. (right). Alexander Soule/Hearst Connecticut Media The long-anticipated Norwalk redevelopment project known as Wall Street Place is nearly complete.
Norwalk developer transforms historic homes as renters rethink what they want
Developer Brad Craighead on a construction site in Norwalk Courtesy of Tracy Craighead Developer Brad Craighead at 7 Park St. in Norwalk Courtesy of Tracy Craighead Developer Brad Craighead converted this single-family historic home at 96 East Ave. into apartments. Courtesy of Tracy Craighead NORWALK — When developer Brad Craighead was 16, he would ride a moped from his home in Darien at 6 a.m. to spend the day working on Norwalk’s oyster boats.
Connecticut power outages down to 3,000 after thunderstorms
Follow Connecticut power outages down to 3,000 after thunderstorms Richard Chumney, Sandra Diamond Fox, Lisa Backus Sat, August 8, 2026 at 6:42 PM EDT Eversource crews were working to restore power to thousands Saturday after severe storms Friday caused outages across the state.
More than 5,000 remain without power across CT Saturday after severe storms
Power outages were steadily declining Saturday after Friday night storms knocked out electricity to more than 17,000 homes and businesses across Connecticut as thunderstorms brought rain and strong winds to parts of the state, officials said. As of 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Eversource, the state's largest electric utility, reported 5,362 outages, including 911 in Greenwich , 385 in Bristol , 320 in Darien and 398 in Farmington.
Lightning believed to have sparked large Connecticut house fire, officials say
Cheshire firefighters responded to a Redwood Drive home around 8:30 p.m. Friday for a fire believed to have been sparked by lightning, officials said. Cheshire Fire Department Cheshire firefighters responded to a Redwood Drive home around 8:30 p.m. Friday for a fire believed to have been sparked by lightning, officials said. Cheshire Fire Department Cheshire firefighters responded to a Redwood Drive home around 8:30 p.m. Friday for a fire believed to have been sparked by lightning, officials said.
Stamford police identify woman killed after being struck by SUV Original
A file photo of a Stamford police cruiser. A 78-year-old woman who was hit by a car in Stamford early Friday morning has died, police said. Hearst Connecticut Media file photo STAMFORD — A 78-year-old woman who was hit by a vehicle in Stamford early Friday morning has died, police said. The woman, who police identified as Stamford resident Carmen Illapa, was walking across Progress Drive near Stillwater Avenue where she was struck by a 2022 Ford Escape driven by a 28-year-old Stamford resident.
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