Tag: community
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Hayden Park History: Waterbury, CT’s Historic Green Space
Discover the history of Hayden Park in Waterbury, CT, a historic green space designed by the Olmsted Brothers. Donated in 1920, the park continues to serve the community with walking paths, open lawns, and scenic views, linking Waterbury’s past with its vibrant present.
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Waterbury Flags at Half-Staff for former Vice President Dick Cheney
Flags are lowered at half-staff across Waterbury today to honor the passing of former Vice President Dick Cheney. Here’s what residents need to know.
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Waterbury to Implement New Election Day Ballot Collectors for 2025
WATERBURY, CT– In preparation for the 2025 elections, Waterbury will introduce new Election Day ballot collectors across all polling locations. These updated, secure machines are designed to make the voting process more efficient and reduce wait times by automatically collecting and storing in-person ballots as they are cast.
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“CRIMES” OF THE TIME:What Trump’s New Executive Order on Homelessness Could Mean for Waterbury
On July 24, former President Donald Trump signed a sweeping new Executive Order titled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets.” The order aims to change how cities and states address homelessness—but its long-term effects remain to be seen. For Waterbury and cities like it, this order raises big questions about the future of housing, policing, public…
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WATERBURY ICONZ SERIES “Sam Beamon: A Lifetime of Service, A Legacy of Leadership”By The Waterbury Times
When the people of Waterbury speak the name Sam Beamon, it’s with reverence—and with good reason. A Vietnam veteran, tireless advocate, and trailblazing civic leader, Mr. Beamon embodied the spirit of public service in every role he held. His work across decades not only uplifted neighborhoods but also reshaped what was possible for Black leadership in…
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Willow & Hillside Violence-Reduction Plan Begins: Waterbury Community and Officials Join Forces
By D.M. Livingston|Published July 25, 2025 WATERBURY — In a historic first for one of the city’s most troubled blocks, Mayor Penerewski, NAACP Greater Waterbury President Wendy Tyson‑Wood, alongside other community leaders, joined residents this morning at the corner of Hillside Avenue and Willow Street (near A1 Market, Jascarli). They gathered for a heartfelt prayer and pledged a united…
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What Is Recidivism? And Why It Matters to Waterbury’s Future
By Parker Jane Public Benefit Corporation / The Waterbury Times This article is part of a public education series from Parker Jane PBC, aligned with our stated public benefit mission: to inform, engage, and empower communities in pursuit of equity, economic opportunity, and civic well-being. Understanding Recidivism Recidivism refers to the tendency of individuals who have been…
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Should Waterbury’s Willow Street Area Receive State Police Patrols? A Community Conversation Begins
Should Waterbury’s Willow Street neighborhood see increased Connecticut State Police involvement similar to actions taken in Hartford’s North End over a decade ago?
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Back-to-School Preview: Excitement, Expansion, and Wellness Push in WPS
As the city soaks in the summer sun, excitement is already building within the Waterbury Public School system for the upcoming academic year. In an exclusive conversation with The Waterbury Times, Board of Education Commissioner Thomas Van Stone shared insight into what’s ahead, highlighting expansion plans, leadership changes, and a renewed focus on student wellness. “The…
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Connecticut Among Safest States for Police Shootings, With Waterbury Showing Remarkable Restraint
By D.M. Livingston|Published July 1, 2025 Last Updated Dec 4, 2025 5:08AM Waterbury-In a year where 45 officer-involved shootings occurred in South Carolina and more than 140 in Texas, Connecticut stands in stark contrast — with just three fatal police shootings recorded statewide in 2024. According to data compiled by the Police Brutality Center, Connecticut ranks among…
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