Category: local politics
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Waterbury’s Newly Elected Alderman Feliciano-Roman Challenges BOA Rules in First Meeting, Signaling Democratic Party Split

New Alderman Rafael Feliciano-Roman publicly challenges the Board of Aldermen’s Rules Package during inauguration night, signaling a potential divide within Waterbury’s Democratic Party.
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Waterbury Announces Inaugural Meeting & Swearing-In Ceremony for Newly Elected Officials
Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr. invites the public to the inaugural joint meeting and swearing-in ceremony for newly elected Aldermen and Board of Education Commissioners on Dec. 1, 2025, at Kennedy High School.
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Waterbury Board of Alderman & Board of Education Swearing-In Ceremony at Kennedy High School – Monday Dec 1st, 6 PM

Join the Waterbury Board of Aldermen and Board of Education swearing-in ceremony at Kennedy High School on Dec 1 at 6 PM. Celebrate the new leadership shaping Waterbury, CT.
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Waterbury Board of Alderman & Board of Education Swearing-In Ceremony at Kennedy High School – December 1st, 6 PM

Join the Waterbury Board of Aldermen and Board of Education swearing-in ceremony at Kennedy High School on Dec 1 at 6 PM. Celebrate the new leadership shaping Waterbury, CT.
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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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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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Waterbury BOA Questions 11-Year Tax Break Proposal for KayBar, Votes to Put Plan on Hold
Waterbury Board of Aldermen pauses 11-year tax break proposal for KayBar after raising questions about its impact. Residents await next steps on the BOA decision.
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EDITORIAL: Waterbury Approaches a Defining Election — Your Vote Matters More Than Ever
With Election Day approaching, Waterbury voters face critical local and national races. Make an informed choice—see past the noise and ensure your voice is heard on November 5th.
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Mayor Pernerewski’s Veto Halts Dr. Ruffin’s Contract—Decision Returns to Waterbury BOE
The City of Waterbury Mayor’s Office has officially vetoed the three-year contract for Dr. Verna Ruffin, which the Board of Education approved last month in a 9–1 vote. Mayor Pernerewski has stated he supports a one-year contract, citing concerns over Dr. Ruffin’s recent performance record. But this is far from over.The Waterbury Board of Education will now have another opportunity to vote. Under…
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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…
