The Waterbury Times|October 10, 2026|Weekly Digest-

WATERBURY, CT — From the city’s political landscape to public safety, neighborhood businesses, and the issues shaping Connecticut’s next election, this week’s coverage from The Waterbury Times examined the people, decisions, and developments affecting the Brass City.

Here are the stories to catch up on.

Politics and Elections

The Mayoral Candidate Nobody Is Asking For

Waterbury’s mayoral landscape remains a subject of political discussion as questions emerge about the possibility of another run by a familiar candidate. The story examines the political context surrounding a potential return to the race.

Who’s Running? A Look at Connecticut House Districts 71–75 Ahead of Election Day

With Election Day approaching, a closer look at the candidates and contests across Connecticut House districts 71 through 75 offers readers a local perspective on the races taking shape.

Business and Community

Seven’s Village Restaurant to Close in November After More Than 40 Years in Waterbury

A longtime Waterbury restaurant is preparing to close after more than four decades in business. The announcement marks a significant change for a familiar local establishment and the customers who have visited over the years.

Crime and Courts

The Waterbury Times Publisher Legal Timeline: Charges, Court Proceedings and More

A timeline brings together key developments involving the Waterbury Times publisher, providing readers with a chronological reference to the charges and court proceedings covered in the report.

Waterbury Police: Man Dies After Stabbing; Girlfriend Charged With Murder

A fatal stabbing in Waterbury resulted in a murder charge against the victim’s girlfriend. The case remains part of the city’s ongoing crime and public safety coverage. A charge is an allegation, and the accused is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Waterbury Woman Arrested in Fatal Moped Hit-and-Run

An arrest brings a new development in a fatal hit-and-run involving a moped. The case highlights the serious consequences of fatal roadway incidents and the investigations that follow.

Government and Public Safety

Nearly Two Months Later, Cause of South Main Street Fire Remains Undetermined

Nearly two months after a fire on South Main Street, the cause remains undetermined. The unanswered question keeps attention on an incident whose origin has yet to be established.

Opinion

OPINION: Connecticut’s Violence Problem — Should the Death Penalty Return?

Connecticut’s response to violence raises difficult questions about punishment, public safety, and the role of capital punishment. This opinion piece examines the debate over whether the death penalty should return.

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