Category: Local News
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Waterbury Has Granted Multiple Tax Abatements Over the Years. Here Are the Facts.
Waterbury has approved multiple tax abatements over the years for housing, hospital, and redevelopment projects. Here are the basic facts, how abatements work, and when the city granted them.
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City of Waterbury to Host Public Information Meeting on Clough Brook Climate Resilience Project
The City of Waterbury will host a public meeting on the Clough Brook Climate Resilience Drainage Improvements Project on March 2.
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City of Waterbury to Host Public Information Meeting on Ardsley Road and Bunker Hill Avenue Sewer Project
The City of Waterbury will host a public information meeting on the Ardsley Road and Bunker Hill Avenue sanitary sewer replacement project on March 2.
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Three Years In: Why the Waterbury Times Still Matters
Three years in, the Waterbury Times reflects on its mission, independent reporting, and the challenge of sustaining local journalism in Waterbury.
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Most Read Waterbury News Stories This Week | Feb. 1–7
See the most read Waterbury news stories from Feb 1–7, including the arrest of a Waterbury police sergeant, public safety updates, and NVL high school basketball coverage. Updated weekly by The Waterbury Times.
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Sergeant Avoids Trial in Waterbury Case, Enters First-Time Offender Program
Sources say a live Facebook broadcast complaint sparked the investigation the Waterbury police sergeant is accused of interfering with, leading to State Police involvement.
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Waterbury Sergeant Enters First-Time Offender Program; Charges Will Be Dropped Upon Probation Completion
A Waterbury Police sergeant was arrested Feb. 5, 2026 on interference and computer crime charges and placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation.
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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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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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