Category: local politics
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Waterbury Republicans Elect New Chair as 2026 Election Season Begins to Take Shape
The Waterbury Republican Town Committee names Allen Leon as new chair, replacing Dawn Maiorano as a 2026 election slate begins to take shape and speculation grows around a 2027 mayoral run
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$5M Paving Bond Passed Without Debate: What Waterbury Residents Need to Know
The $5 million Waterbury paving bond passed without debate on Wednesday. The Waterbury Times Government Watch breaks down the process, what it means for local streets, and how residents can provide input.
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$5M Request to Pave Roads in Waterbury Weeks Before Annual Budget Season Under Scrutiny
At a recent Board of Aldermen meeting, a resident spoke out against the city’s proposed $5 million street paving bond for 2026, raising concerns about the timing of the request so close to budget season. Critics say the late submission raises questions about transparency and planning, and whether enough community input has been considered before…
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Who Do “Progressives” Back in Connecticut’s 5th District?
A quick explainer of who progressive groups have backed in Connecticut’s 5th District—from Chris Murphy to Jahana Hayes—and why it matters in each election cycle.
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Waterbury’s Historic Moment: The 5th District Now Represented by Three Latino Leaders
Waterbury’s 5th District — including the South End, CBD, Lower Hillside, Washington Park; Hamilton Park — is now represented by three Latino officials for the first time in city history.
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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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