Month: January 2026
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The Waterbury Times January 2026: Most-Read Stories & a Big Thank You!
“Check out The Waterbury Times’ most-read stories from January 2026, including local crime, traffic updates, and high school sports. Thank you to our readers for staying informed and engaged!”
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Waterbury Highschool Basketball- Young Kennedy Eagles Searching for Growth as Oxford Comes to Town
Kennedy’s young, scrappy Eagles continue to build through close losses as they host Oxford, led by guards T. Morrison and A. Sumler despite long postseason odds.
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NVL HighSchool Basketball-Will Woodland Run the Table?
Undefeated Woodland prepares to host defending NVL champion WCA after a 20-point win over Holy Cross, with major tests ahead including Watertown and an unbeaten North Haven showdown.
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Waterbury Career Academy Faces Season-Defining Two-Game Stretch, Playoffs hopes on the Line
The three-time defending NVL champion Waterbury Career Academy Spartans face a season-defining two-game road stretch against undefeated Woodland and rival Holy Cross as their playoff hopes hang in the balance.
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Why Connecticut Is Still Taxing Tips—Despite National Calls to End the Practice
Recent national political rhetoric has renewed debate over whether tipped workers should pay income taxes on gratuities. Former President Donald Trump has publicly stated that tips should not be taxed, a position that has gained traction among service workers and voters across the country.
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City of Waterbury Closes Offices for Non-Essential Employees Due to Winter Storm
According to the city, nearly 20 inches of snow has already fallen, with additional snowfall expected through the morning and into the early afternoon. Officials say road conditions remain dangerous, and public safety is the administration’s top priority.
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Waterbury Public Schools Under Investigation for Alleged Title IX Violations
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Waterbury Public Schools over Title IX compliance and transgender athlete policies, placing the city at the center of a national civil rights debate.
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Waterbury Students Invited to Compete for $100,000 Scholarship in 2026 National Civics Bee
Waterbury middle school students can compete for a $100,000 scholarship in the 2026 National Civics Bee. Regional event May 7 at City Hall.
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Holy Cross Rolls Past Torrington in Heated Division Clash, 83-72 on TWT Sports Desk GNIBC
Last night’s 83-72 Holy Cross victory over Torrington wasn’t just a win — it was a statement. The Crusaders brought playoff-level intensity to a midseason division matchup, turning a regular night on Oronoke Road into a spectacle of energy, grit, and personality.
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TWT SPORTS DESK-GNIBC (3)Torrington at (4) HOLY Cross
Game Night in the Brass City as No. 3 Torrington visits No. 4 Holy Cross in a pivotal NVL clash. Senior-led squads, recent history, and potential postseason rematches raise the stakes.
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