Author: D.M. Livingston
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Man, 26, Killed leaving Waterbury Superior Court today.
TWT- Waterbury police said a city man has died after being shot outside state Superior Court in Waterbury Thursday morning. The man was rushed to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries after being found by responding officers about 11:40 am LT. Bessette said officers believe the victim was leaving the courthouse at 400 Grand St.…
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What is the Waterbury Development Corp ( WDC )?
The City of Waterbury has designated the non-profit organization WDC as the ” 1 stop shop ” for all things development in Waterbury. What exactly does all things means and who is the WDC? Duties and Responsibilities of the WDC . § 31.269 DESIGNATIONS OF AUTHORITY. (A) The WDC is hereby designated as the city’s: (1) Development…
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243 Days until the 5th Congressional District Seat from CT is up for grabs! Hayes v Logan II
2000 votes kept Rep. Jahana Hayes in D.C. for 2 more years back in 2022. After 2 years of the same old same in Washington is there a change in the air of Connecticut? This week on TheWaterburyTimes.com we will start our count down to election day and bring you all the facts of the…
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Waterbury Board of Aldermen Set to Vote on Sacred Heart Complex Purchase as Public Concerns Grow
Waterbury Aldermen prepare to vote on the City’s proposed purchase of the Sacred Heart Complex. Alderwoman Kelly Zimmerman voices strong opposition. The Waterbury Times investigates the plan in a special report airing Sunday.
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Homelessness in Waterbury: The Surprising Trends You Haven’t Heard About- Op-Ed
The Waterbury Times|Published Feb 2025 UPDATED NOV 21 2025 7:18AM Waterbury, CT- Dawn Maiorano discussed on her show, BRASS CITY BEAT on WATR FM 97.7/AM 1330 Friday mornings, the Brass City’s purchase of the St. Mary’s property for a cool million dollars. 📰 Waterburyopoly: The Buy-and-Flip Game Reshaping the City The purchase is to combat the rampant…
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When the Brass Dies..IS WATERBURY BECOMING THE MURDER CAPITAL OF CONNECTICUT?
2023 was a deadly year for the Brass City as there were 18 lives lost to murder. There were gang-related murders, drug related murders, domestic violence related murders, and senseless acts of violence resulting in the loss of 18 lives in 2023. This has been the trend over the last 2 years with 15+ murders…
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Waterbury Public Schools Under Scrutiny as Superintendent’s Tenure Faces Questions
WATERBURY, CT — The Waterbury Public School system is led by Superintendent Dr. Verna Ruffin-Lyons, an experienced administrator with over 40 years in education. While her resume highlights decades of leadership, some of her past and current actions have drawn criticism and raised serious questions about her management of the district. Prior to coming to Waterbury, Dr. Ruffin-Lyons…
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Waterbury Times Launches “Investigates” Series in 2024
WATERBURY, CT — Starting this Sunday, and continuing every Sunday throughout 2024, The Waterbury Times is proud to launch its “Investigates” series — an in-depth look at the issues shaping the Brass City. From the streets of downtown to the neighborhoods across Waterbury, this series will dig beneath the surface to uncover the stories, trends, and forces that affect residents every day. Each…
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The Changing Face of Waterbury: Connecticut’s “Little Apple” on the Rise
The City of Waterbury, Connecticut — the state’s fourth-largest city with roughly 115,000 residents — is experiencing a cultural and population shift that’s reshaping its identity. Over the past decade, an influx of New Yorkers has brought new energy, ideas, and challenges to the Brass City. The transformation is visible in everything from the neon lights illuminating downtown corners to the blue-and-white…
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