Author: D.M. Livingston
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TWT- REWIND – Jan 2024 article “ The Bristol Babcock Building losing out on $4M funding “
“Drub”bing up memories 38 years ago Norman Drubner, Waterbury-based attorney, broker and developer, purchased the abandoned Bristol Babcock for $3M with visions of revitalizing the South End’s eye sore and turning a profit at the same time. Well, a funny thing happened on the way to the bank. The late 80s and early 90s saw…
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The Sweet Deal: How America Got Hooked on High Fructose Corn Syrup
By D.M. Livingston Waterbury, CT- If you grew up in the 1980s, chances are your favorite soda, snack, or cereal changed — and you didn’t even know it. The sugar disappeared, replaced by a cheaper, longer-lasting sweetener that would quietly reshape the American diet: High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS). What started as a lab innovation soon…
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“Capitol Police Investigate 5th Congressional Candidate Johnathon DeBarros Over Controversial Facebook Post”
By D.M. Livingston Published Oct 25, 2025 Waterbury, CT When does passion become aggression — and who gets to decide? That question is now front and center in Waterbury after Fifth Congressional candidate Johnathon DeBarros found himself under investigation by Capitol Police over a Facebook post that some interpreted as “charged” or threatening. The incident has sparked…
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🚨 MISSING PERSON ALERT – WATERBURY, CT
WATERBURY — Police and community members are searching for Charlie, a 32-year-old mentally disabled manwho has been missing since Tuesday, October 21. He was last seen in the Willow/Hillside section of Waterbury. Anyone who has seen Charlie or may have information on his whereabouts is urged to contact the Waterbury Police Department immediately. Please share and help bring Charlie home safely.
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The Valley Chordsmen Bring Barbershop Harmony Back to Waterbury
Live Concert at the Elks Club – Saturday, November 8 at 7 PM WATERBURY, CT — Get ready for a night of pure harmony and hometown pride. The Valley Chordsmen, Waterbury’s premier a cappella barbershop ensemble, are returning to the stage for a live concert that promises to blend classic barbershop tradition with a modern flair.…
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📰 Waterbury Times Investigates: “The Grass City” — What’s Really in Your Weed?
Waterbury has become a city of smoke. From every corner store to pop-up “wellness” lounge, the air is thick with something — but not always what people think. With the rise of smoke shops across the Brass City, one question keeps coming up: What exactly are residents smoking? While Connecticut legalized cannabis, not all the products…
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As a Matter of Platt! Is it Time for a Change at 400 Grand in Waterbury ?
Nearly 15 Years Later: Reviewing Maureen Platt’s Tenure as Waterbury’s Top Prosecutor WATERBURY — Maureen T. Platt has held the office of State’s Attorney for the Judicial District of Waterbury since 2011, making her one of Connecticut’s longest-serving chief prosecutors. Appointed by the state’s Criminal Justice Commission, Platt oversees prosecutions in Waterbury and surrounding towns including…
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Waterbury Regional Chamber to Honor 2025 Harold Webster Smith Award Recipients
WATERBURY — The Waterbury Regional Chamber will celebrate a local entrepreneur and two standout businesses at its 27th Annual Harold Webster Smith Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, at the Aria Wedding & Banquet Facility in Prospect. This annual breakfast recognizes businesses and entrepreneurs who demonstrate innovation, community engagement, and excellence in small business. Entrepreneur of the Year:Courtney Ligi, founder of The…
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From Instagram Live to Dead. Police Shooting ruled as Homicide in the Capital City
Around the State The Waterbury Times | Hartford, Connecticut The Office of the Inspector General has released a preliminary report regarding the use of deadly force by the Hartford Police Department on March 6, 2025, which resulted in the death of 21-year-old William Bowen, an African-American male. According to initial police reports, Hartford Police Command Center…
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SLAVE-IGRATION. Why Black American Voices Should Matter Most on Immigration in America.
In this op-ed, “SLAVE-IGRATION” explores why Black American voices—descendants of America’s first forced migration—should be central in today’s immigration debate.
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