Local News for Naugatuck, Connecticut

Investigations launched into ‘racist’ social media posts attributed to member of CT police chief’s family

Officials in Naugatuck are conducting investigations into racist social media posts attributed to the police chief’s family. Read the rest of the article on ctpost.com READ MORE.

Borough investigating after racist social media posts surface

By Citizen’s News NAUGATUCK – Borough officials are investigating after screenshots of racist social media posts that appear were posted by a member of Police Chief Steven Hunt’s family circulated on social media on Friday. “In Naugatuck and at the police department, we condemn any act of racism or bigotry, in any form at any READ MORE.

2021 Naugatuck Basketball League Registration

NBA Friday Night Signups will take place at the Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. Thursday January 28, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Registration Form must be completed and signed by a parent Registration Fee $80.00. High School students 14 to 18 –  preference given to Naugatuck residents at discretion of league. Masks must READ MORE.

Vaccination clinic opening in Naugatuck

NAUGATUCK — Waterbury Hospital has partnered with the borough of Naugatuck to open a COVID-19 vaccination clinic here. The drive-thru vaccination clinic is scheduled to open Monday in the parking lot of the Parks and Recreation building – the former armory – on Rubber Avenue next to Naugatuck High School. “Waterbury Hospital approached us to READ MORE.

Borough schools to continue virtual learning on snow days

NAUGATUCK – Naugatuck schools will continue to have remote learning at home on snow days. The state Board of Education ruled that Connecticut schools could choose to conduct online classes in the event schools are canceled due to weather conditions. Schools also were given the option to cancel classes altogether and make the day up READ MORE.

Lamont eyes extension of emergency powers

By Paul Hughes, Republican-American HARTFORD – Gov. Ned Lamont on Thursday confirmed he is preparing to extend his emergency powers to manage the state response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lamont said he believes the dual states of public health and civil preparedness emergencies need to be continued beyond the Feb. 9 expiration date of his READ MORE.

Borough teams up with Waterbury Hospital for vaccination clinic

By Andreas Yilma, Staff Writer NAUGATUCK – Naugatuck and Waterbury Hospital have partnered to open a COVID-19 vaccination clinic in the borough. The drive-thru vaccination clinic is scheduled to open Monday in the parking lot of the parks and recreation building – the former armory – on Rubber Avenue next to Naugatuck High School. “Waterbury READ MORE.

Contract ratifies appointment of new Naugatuck fire marshal

By Andreas Yilma, Staff Writer NAUGATUCK – The Board of Mayor and Burgesses this month approved a contract for Edwin Dalton that officially makes him the borough’s new fire marshal. “I’m excited to lead the marshal’s office for the future,” said Dalton, who added the borough’s firefighters are a good group of people. Dalton, a READ MORE.

YMCA expands early learning center for infants, toddlers

NAUGATUCK – The Naugatuck YMCA’s preschool and early learning center received community support to provide child care for infants and toddlers. The YMCA received $500 donations from the Fortney family and Thomas and Emily Saunders as well as a $6,000 donation from the Naugatuck Rotary Foundation to fund a room for infants. The Connecticut Community READ MORE.

Downtown Community Connectivity Improvements Public Meeting

NOTICE is hereby given by the Borough of Naugatuck that on Thursday, February 4, 2021 via Zoom RingCentral, the following will transpire: 7:00 P.M. WEB-BASED PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING for the Downtown Community Connectivity Bike and Pedestrian Improvements project for Church Street, Cedar Street and Water Street. The power point presentation is available for review on READ MORE.

State updates timeline for vaccinations

By Paul Hughes, Republican-American HARTFORD – The estimated 353,000 state residents age 65 to 74 can expect to start lining up for their COVID-19 vaccine shots in early February based on an updated timeline. Gov. Ned Lamont announced Tuesday this age cohort will be the next group in the community that will be vaccinated after READ MORE.

Police blotter

Naugatuck police recently filed the following charges: Karen Lynn Serena, 36, of 38 Highland Ave. A301, Naugatuck, was charged Jan. 4 with third-degree assault, second-degree threatening, second-degree reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct. Police reported on Jan. 4 at approximately 4:15 a.m. officers were dispatched to an address in Naugatuck for the report of a physical READ MORE.

NVHD Offering Moderna Covid Vaccine

SEYMOUR – The Naugatuck Valley Health District is now offering free Moderna Covid-19 vaccines by appointment to eligible individuals. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Daryth Van

NAUGATUCK – Daryth Van, 80, of Naugatuck, formerly of Oxford, entered into peaceful rest on December 24, 2020, at Waterbury Hospital. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Borough nears deal to sell former parks and recreation office

By Andreas Yilma, Staff Writer NAUGATUCK – A local business is looking to expand its operations with the purchase of borough-owned property on Rubber Avenue. Mayor N. Warren “Pete” Hess is closing in on a deal to sell the former Parks and Recreation Department office at 258 Rubber Ave. to International Framers LLC. The Board READ MORE.

Manufacturer eyeing site that straddles Naugatuck-Waterbury border

By Michael Puffer, Republican-American WATERBURY – City officials are working on a deal to bring an “environmentally clean” manufacturer to a roughly 150-acre property straddling the Waterbury-Naugatuck border, a development that would bring hundreds of employees to the area, Mayor Neil M. O’Leary said. A single developer submitted a proposal by a deadline that had READ MORE.

Residents 75 and older can sign up for COVID vaccine

By Paul Hughes, Republican-American HARTFORD – State residents age 75 and older can register for appointments for COVID-19 vaccinations starting Monday. State officials had no counts Thursday on the number of sign-ups and appointments scheduled, but an estimated 277,000 people fall in this age category that is the first group eligible to be immunized in READ MORE.

Gate won’t be permanently closed at Andrew Avenue School

By Elio Gugliotti, Editor NAUGATUCK – A closed gate at the entrance to Andrew Avenue Elementary School from Spencer Street won’t be a permanent measure. The Naugatuck Police Department announced on its Facebook page earlier this month that the access gate to the school on Spencer Street has been closed permanently “in accordance with ongoing READ MORE.

Parking Done Right

WHY DOES PARKING THE RIGHT WAY MATTER? Safety: There are reflectors on the rear of the vehicle to alert vehicles coming from behind. Liability: You must drive the wrong way to return to the proper lane. Clarity: With all the vehicles parked the correct way removes any confusions from other motorists *Parking in the opposite READ MORE.

Keeping Naugatuck Sidewalks Accessible

WHY DO OPEN SIDEWALKS MATTER? Safety: Blocked sidewalks force people and pets into the street where drivers do not expect them to be. Equity: One car blocks the sidewalk for all; a small minority creates a negative impact on the vast majority. Access: Sidewalks are owned by the public and a significant source of open READ MORE.