Tag: news
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Civic Education Series: Part 3
Your Voice, Your Power: Understanding Voter Rights & Responsibilities Voting is more than a civic duty—it’s a powerful tool for shaping your community, your state, and your country. But participating in elections means understanding both your rights as a voter and your responsibilities as a member of a democracy. In this article, we break down the basics so you…
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How Democracy Is Supposed to Work — Versus How It Does in Waterbury
This article is part of Parker Jane PBC’s civic education initiative-empowering residents through accessible local knowledge Democracy is often celebrated as the ideal system of government—a way for citizens to have a voice, influence policy, and hold leaders accountable. But what happens when the ideals of democracy clash with the realities on the ground? Our…
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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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Here’s your Waterbury Times State Watch – Breaking News: Trending in Connecticut 🌟
Top Trending Stories 1. Ongoing Deadlock at Raul Valle Trial (Shelton)The jury remains deadlocked 11–1 on the murder charge in the Raul Valle case. Deliberations resumed after jurors reported they couldn’t reach a unanimous verdict. This high-stakes trial over the fatal stabbing of 17‑year‑old James McGrath continues to dominate legal headlines. 2. Scorching Heat Wave Grips the…
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Waterbury Stands with Idaho: A Message of Solidarity After Tragic Firefighter Ambush
WATERBURY, CT — Tragedy knows no boundaries. This week, as news of the devastating ambush on firefighters in Idaho reached our city, it hit home in a deeply personal way. The Waterbury Times, on behalf of the City of Waterbury and its residents, extends heartfelt condolences, unwavering support, and shared grief to the families, fellow firefighters, and…
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Are cellphone rules, Yonder pouches, making our children less safe at schools in Connecticut?
12 years after the trajedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT where 20 first graders and 6 employees were killed are our schools any safer here in Connecticut now that our children are cellphone-less? After today’s shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia where 2 students and 2 teachers were killed with…
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GUNS R’ US. The Brass City once made shell casing for WWII…We’ll let you find the irony in that.
With yet another murder in the Brass City by gun-fire the question becomes when will it stop? We use to fight to settle our disagreements. Black eyes, bloody noses, and ” we live to fight another day”. I know, That’s from ” Friday” and life ain’t a movie. Many of us live above the noise…
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Connecticut Steps In to Support Struggling School Districts
Can State Action Rescue Waterbury Public Schools? Waterbury’s public school district is struggling, and with a Board of Education seemingly tied to the fate of Superintendent Dr. Verna Ruffin, local hope may now rest at the state level. The Problem Connecticut has rightly emphasized ensuring students receive reading instruction grounded in the science of reading. Districts are working…
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Waterbury Authorities Arrest Second Suspect in Jarron Chapman Murder
Deera Nelson Charged in Waterbury Murder of Jarron Chapman Deera Nelson, 21, has been charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and hindering prosecution in connection with the shooting death of Jarron Chapman. Nelson was arrested Thursday and is being held on $1.25 million bond. She is scheduled to be arraigned today at Waterbury Superior Court. This is a developing story. Stay tuned…
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WATERBURY SUPERIOR COURT HOUSE MURDER SUSPECT IN COURT TODAY
Dante Howell Charged in Daylight Shooting Death of Jarron Chapman in Waterbury Today at Waterbury Superior Court, Dante Howell of Meriden was formally charged in the shooting death of Jarron Chapman. Over 25 family and friends attended the hearing, many wearing Jarron Chapman tribute shirts. The judge set bail at $5 million (50% cash) and scheduled the next court appearance for April 17 in Part A of…
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