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Blumenthal, Hayes Visit Waterbury After Water Main Crisis. Too little Too Late.
As federal officials arrive in Waterbury to discuss aid after a major water main break, residents are questioning whether the response is genuine urgency—or election-year optics following years of ignored warning signs.
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Statement from Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski, Jr. on the Passing of WATR’s Barbara Davitt
Waterbury remembers Barbara Davitt, the legendary voice of WATR and longtime host of Coffee Break, whose 61-year broadcasting legacy made her a trusted presence and champion of community life across generations.
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City Announces January 2026 Christmas Tree Collection Dates

Waterbury DPW has announced curbside Christmas tree pickup dates for January 7 and January 28, 2026. Residents must place natural trees at the curb the day before collection, free of all decorations.
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Waterbury Police Investigating Serious UTV Crash on Bank Street
Waterbury Police are investigating a serious single-vehicle crash involving a CanAm UTV that occurred early New Year’s Day on Bank Street. A 21-year-old Prospect man remains in critical condition after losing control of the off-road vehicle amid slippery, snow-covered conditions and striking a sign near 737 Bank Street. The incident remains under investigation by the…
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130-Year-Old Queen Anne Mansion Demolished at Johnson & Willow

A rare 1895 Queen Anne mansion at Johnson and Willow Streets in Waterbury was demolished after years of abandonment, marking another loss of historic architecture in the city.
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The Waterbury Times 2025 Year in Review: A Year the City Was Watching

In 2025, The Waterbury Times saw explosive growth with 64K views, 35K visitors, and 481 local news stories. A look back at the year Waterbury was watching.
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Holy Cross Falls to West Haven 70–52 in Tough Early-Season Match-up

Holy Cross High School falls 70–52 to West Haven, dropping to 2–4 on a tough early-season schedule. Crusaders look to bounce back at home against Naugatuck.
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Waterbury High School Basketball: Hillhouse Tops Wilby 95–68

Wilby High School falls to Hillhouse 95–68 in Waterbury boys basketball. Wilby looks to bounce back at home against winless Immaculate from Danbury.
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Highschool Basketball 100 Years-Historic Matchup: 5–0 Hillhouse vs. 2–0 Wilby

The Waterbury Times|Published Dec 30, 2025 WATERBURY, CT — Two of Connecticut’s oldest and most storied high school basketball programs face off this week as 5–0 Hillhouse takes on 2–0 Wilby. This game isn’t just another early-season matchup — it’s a century-long legacy of basketball excellence converging on one court. Waterbury High School Basketball: Hillhouse Tops Wilby 95–68 A…
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Crosby (4-1)Suffers First Loss of Season in 93–55 Defeat to Central
Crosby High School suffered its first loss of the season Friday night, falling 93–55 to Central on the second night of a back-to-back after a 4–0 start that included wins over Holy Cross, Kennedy, and Kolbe Cathedral.
