Author: D.M. Livingston
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Pernerewski Wins Waterbury Mayoral Election by the Skin of His Teeth
Paul Pernerewski wins Waterbury mayoral election by 561 votes over Dawn Maiorano. Close race signals potential change as residents await action on schools and crime.
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Waterbury CT- News UPDATE:Suspect in Custody After Multi Town Chase and Waterbury House Fire- ( updated 11.8.25)
Very early details are emerging from a chaotic series of events that began as a domestic dispute and ended with a house fire in Waterbury Friday morning. According to initial reports, the incident started when a man allegedly stole his girlfriend’s laptop and phone after a domestic situation —devices that police later used to track…
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Gov. Lamont Orders Full SNAP Funding Through November for Connecticut Residents
Gov. Ned Lamont announced Friday that the state will fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through the end of November using $72 million from Connecticut’s budget surplus. The move ensures that more than 360,000 residents will continue receiving their full benefits, which are expected to be loaded onto cards within three to four…
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Developing Story: Multi-Town Pursuit Leads Back to Waterbury, Suspect Allegedly Linked to Sylvan Ave Fire ( updated 11.8.25)
A suspect who allegedly stole a laptop in Waterbury on Friday morning set off a chain of events that stretched across multiple towns before returning to the city early this morning. According to preliminary information, the suspect fled Waterbury toward Prospect after the reported theft, then allegedly attempted to steal a vehicle in Bethany while…
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Waterbury Student Taken Into Custody After Report of Firearm at Waterbury Career Academy
Waterbury — A 17-year-old student was taken into custody Friday morning after allegedly bringing a firearm to Waterbury Career Academy. The situation unfolded after other students alerted staff that the teen may have had the weapon since Thursday. The school was placed in a temporary shelter-in-place while police worked to identify and locate the individual.…
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Waterbury Republicans Fall Short in Attempt to Flip City Hall Majority
By D.M. Livingston Published Nov 5, 2025 Updated Nov 7, 2025 Waterbury, CT— The Republican Town Committee, led by Chair Dawn Maiorano, entered Election Night with hopes of flipping the Democratic majority in City Hall. But while her “Real Republican” slate made gains, the final results fell just short of shifting the balance of power.…
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Message from Waterbury’s Mayor Pernerewski after Dems retain control of Board of Aldermen
Courtesy The City of Waterbury
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Waterbury Elects New Board of Aldermen: Mayor Pernerewski’s Team Holds Majority as City Looks Ahead
Waterbury voters went to the polls Tuesday underneath the full moon to elect the city’s next Board of Aldermen, reaffirming Mayor Paul Pernerewski’s Democratic slate with a 10–5 majority. While the balance of power remains unchanged, the results bring a mix of new voices and returning incumbents, signaling both stability and renewal in city leadership. Republican candidates ran a…
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Waterbury’s Mayor Pernerewski’s Mid-Term Report Card (2023–2025)
— Where Are We Headed Next? November 3rd 2025 | Waterbury, CT Two years into Mayor Paul Pernerewski’s current term, The Waterbury Times takes a citywide look at what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what challenges remain.This report is not a political endorsement — it’s a civic check-up. How far has Waterbury come and where are…
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The Waterbury Times Announces 2025 “Year in Review” Exclusive Print Edition
WATERBURY, CT — In an era when local newsrooms are shrinking and attention spans are short, The Waterbury Timesis bringing something rare back to the city — a print edition you can hold, keep, and remember. Launching this December, The Waterbury Times 2025 Year in Review is an exclusive, one-time print issue highlighting the stories, people, and moments that defined the…
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