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20-Year-Old Naugatuck Motorcyclist Killed In Beacon Falls Crash; Police Investigating 20-Year-Old Naugatuck Motorcyclist Killed In Beacon Falls Crash; Police Investigating
20-Year-Old Naugatuck Motorcyclist Killed In Beacon Falls Crash; Police Investigating A 20-year-old Connecticut man was killed after he was thrown from his motorcycle in a two-car crash in Beacon Falls.  Ethan Viele, of Naugatuck, was driving west on his Yamaha YZFR31 on Beacon Valley Road a few minutes before noon on Friday, Sept. 12, Connecticut State Police said.  For an unknown reason, Viele veered into the eastbound lane and collided with a Chevrolet Tahoe SUV. Viele was ejected from the bike.  Paramedics rushed him to Waterbury Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.  The cause of the crash remains under investigation.  Authoritie…
Here's Every Pizzeria Headed To Dave Portnoy's 'One Bite' Pizza Fest This Weekend Here's Every Pizzeria Headed To Dave Portnoy's 'One Bite' Pizza Fest This Weekend
Here's Every Pizzeria Headed To Dave Portnoy's 'One Bite' Pizza Fest This Weekend Just One Bite? This weekend, it's all you can eat. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is turning New York City into the pizza capital of the world this Saturday, Sept. 13, when his One Bite Pizza Festival takes over Randall’s Island Park. With more than 40 of Portnoy’s highest-rated pizzerias dishing out slices from noon until night, expect New York–style, Neapolitan, Sicilian, tomato pies, grandma slices, and bar pies, all in one place. Here’s the full lineup of pizza royalty coming to NYC, organized by state: NEW YORK Di Fara Pizza – Brooklyn (9.4) John’s of Bleecker St. – Manhattan…
Walmart Manager, Worker Arrested After Assault On Disabled Shopper In Naugatuck: Police Walmart Manager, Worker Arrested After Assault On Disabled Shopper In Naugatuck: Police
Walmart Manager, Worker Arrested After Assault On Disabled Shopper In Naugatuck: Police A shopping trip at a Connecticut Walmart turned violent when a fight broke out between two employees and customers, landing the workers in handcuffs, authorities said.  Shelly Alam, 45, and her manager, Robert Mclaughlin, 39, both of Waterbury, face multiple charges in connection with the Wednesday, Aug. 27, incident, according to Naugatuck police. Officers were called to the Walmart on New Haven Road in Naugatuck around 7 p.m. after receiving reports of a fight inside the store. Police said two customers — one of whom was disabled and using a motorized scooter — were shopping for clot…
Alcohol Ban At 9 Popular CT Outdoor Spots For 3 Months Alcohol Ban At 9 Popular CT Outdoor Spots For 3 Months
Alcohol Ban At 9 Popular CT Outdoor Spots For 3 Months Visitors to some of Connecticut’s most popular outdoor destinations will need to leave the booze behind for the next few months. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has issued a temporary alcohol ban at nine state recreation areas, including several well-known parks, forests, and boat launches. The move comes after recent summers saw “increased crowds and alcohol consumption, which led to increased incidents of misconduct, unruly behavior, property damage, trespass, and complaints by other visitors and the surrounding communities,” according to DEEP. The…
Naugatuck Police Cleared In Park Shooting Of Knife-Wielding Man Who Wanted ‘Suicide by Cop’ Naugatuck Police Cleared In Park Shooting Of Knife-Wielding Man Who Wanted ‘Suicide by Cop’
Naugatuck Police Cleared In Park Shooting Of Knife-Wielding Man Who Wanted ‘Suicide by Cop’ State investigators have cleared two police officers in the shooting of a man who attempted “suicide by cop” at a Connecticut park. The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General released its report Tuesday, July 29, on the Naugatuck police-involved shooting of 24-year-old Kyle O'Creene at Baummer Pond Park in April 2024. O'Creene called 911 to report that a man was attacking people with a knife, though he did not say he was the one with the blade. He provided dispatchers with a description of himself and waited for officers to arrive, the report said. When Naugatuck officers showed up at…
Waterbury Drunk Driver Had 3 Kids, Beer Cans, Suspected Cocaine In Car In Naugatuck: Police Waterbury Drunk Driver Had 3 Kids, Beer Cans, Suspected Cocaine In Car In Naugatuck: Police
Waterbury Drunk Driver Had 3 Kids, Beer Cans, Suspected Cocaine In Car In Naugatuck: Police A Waterbury man is facing serious charges after police say he was driving drunk with three young children unsecured in the back seat of his car — and no license, registration, or insurance. Lazaro Ramirez, 39, was pulled over by Naugatuck police around 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, in the parking lot of the American Motor Lodge on Waterbury Road, authorities said.  When officers approached the car, they say Ramirez admitted he had no license, registration, or insurance. Officers noticed the smell of alcohol and signs that Ramirez was impaired. He told officers he had “consumed three be…
Mom Left 1-Month-Old, 8-Year-Old Sweating In Locked Car Outside Naugatuck Walmart: Police Mom Left 1-Month-Old, 8-Year-Old Sweating In Locked Car Outside Naugatuck Walmart: Police
Mom Left 1-Month-Old, 8-Year-Old Sweating In Locked Car Outside Naugatuck Walmart: Police A routine shopping trip turned into a desperate rescue outside a Connecticut Walmart when shoppers spotted a 1-month-old and an 8-year-old locked in a hot car, police said. Talita Sonia De Carvalho Silva, 30, of Naugatuck, is facing multiple felony charges after the harrowing incident on Wednesday, June 25, police said. Temperatures that day hit a high of 91 degrees, according to Accuweather.  Shoppers at the Naugatuck Walmart noticed the children inside the vehicle after the car alarm started blaring. The 8-year-old was screaming and desperately trying to escape, police said. Both ch…
Naugatuck Predator Targets Young Gamers With Vile Demands: Feds Say He Exploited Dozens Of Kids Naugatuck Predator Targets Young Gamers With Vile Demands: Feds Say He Exploited Dozens Of Kids
Naugatuck Predator Targets Young Gamers With Vile Demands: Feds Say He Exploited Dozens Of Kids A 22-year-old Connecticut man is accused of using TikTok and online games like Fortnite to prey on children, including an 8-year-old boy, federal officials announced. Sean Sayer, of Naugatuck, was arrested and charged with several child exploitation crimes after investigators say he exchanged over 1,300 messages with the Oregon boy in just three days, the US Attorney for Connecticut said.  The child had texted Sayer on March 20 asking if Sayer was "@fornight_legends" on TikTok. Officials said Sayer replied yes, and what followed was alarming. Federal agents say Sayer "aggressivel…
Armed Waterbury Carjacking Ends When Suspects Crash Car Into Naugatuck Wall; Gun, Drugs Found Armed Waterbury Carjacking Ends When Suspects Crash Car Into Naugatuck Wall; Gun, Drugs Found
Armed Waterbury Carjacking Ends When Suspects Crash Car Into Naugatuck Wall; Gun, Drugs Found Police arrested a man and a woman after they led officers on a high-speed chase across multiple Connecticut cities and towns following a violent carjacking that ended in a crash, authorities said.  Adrianna Carrasquillo, 20, and Juwan Butler, 28, both of Waterbury face multiple charges from the Sunday, June 8, incident, police said.  It all started when an armed assailant approached a man sitting in his car near Pine and Bishop Streets in Waterbury around 5:45 p.m. They demanded he get out of the vehicle before they stole the car and sped away, police said.  The dr…
Group Confronts Alleged Child Predator In Ansonia — Now Naugatuck Man's Behind Bars Group Confronts Alleged Child Predator In Ansonia — Now Naugatuck Man's Behind Bars
Group Confronts Alleged Child Predator In Ansonia — Now Naugatuck Man's Behind Bars A Naugatuck man is facing serious charges after police say he was caught trying to meet up with someone he believed was an underage girl. Roger Pratt, 36, was arrested on a warrant for possession of child sex abuse material, Ansonia police said.  Police say the arrest followed a disturbing investigation that started when a group of private citizens used social media to communicate with Pratt. These individuals, who track potential child predators online, posed as a child online and lured Pratt to meet them in Ansonia, police said.  The confrontation was shared with local authorit…
Wolcott Man Struck, Killed On Route 8 In Naugatuck Inspecting Damage From Earlier Crash: Police Wolcott Man Struck, Killed On Route 8 In Naugatuck Inspecting Damage From Earlier Crash: Police
Wolcott Man Struck, Killed On Route 8 In Naugatuck Inspecting Damage From Earlier Crash: Police A 45-year-old man from Connecticut was killed early Thursday after a bizarre chain of events ended with him being struck by a vehicle along Route 8, authorities said. Jimmy Bedard, of Wolcott, died shortly before 2 a.m. Thursday, May 15, near the Exit 26 off-ramp in Naugatuck, according to Connecticut State Police. Bedard’s Mercedes-Benz had previously been involved in a minor, unrelated crash and was parked on the shoulder of the highway when a Ford Super Duty pickup truck traveling in the same direction lost control and spun out, police said. The truck struck Bedard while he was standing…
Chipotle Is Bringing Its First Drive-Thru To Naugatuck With A Tasty Twist Chipotle Is Bringing Its First Drive-Thru To Naugatuck With A Tasty Twist
Chipotle Is Bringing Its First Drive-Thru To Naugatuck With A Tasty Twist Naugatuck residents hungry for something new won’t have to wait much longer. Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening its very first location in town, giving local fans a new reason to skip cooking. The new restaurant, located at 112 Bridge Street, opens on Wednesday, April 30, and includes a Chipotlane — a drive-thru pick-up lane that lets customers grab digital orders without getting out of their cars. It's a first-of-its-kind experience for the borough, where fast-casual options are limited. The store is open daily from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. Naugatuck diners will also be among the first to try…
Wanted Waterbury Man Turns Himself In To Police Nearly Year After He Led High-Speed Chase: Cops Wanted Waterbury Man Turns Himself In To Police Nearly Year After He Led High-Speed Chase: Cops
Wanted Waterbury Man Turns Himself In To Police Nearly Year After He Led High-Speed Chase: Cops A Connecticut man is facing multiple charges after police say he fled from officers during a traffic stop on Route 8 in May 2024 and remained on the run for months. Milton Westley, 45, of Waterbury, surrendered to Connecticut State Police around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, after he allegedly fled a traffic stop in Naugatuck at speeds topping 90 mph in a 55 mph zone, authorities said. Troopers also determined he was driving with a suspended license. Investigators said they made several attempts to locate Westley following the chase, but he and the BMW he was driving were nowhere to be fou…
Police ID Man Killed In Naugatuck Crash As 46-Year-Old Police ID Man Killed In Naugatuck Crash As 46-Year-Old
Police ID Man Killed In Naugatuck Crash As 46-Year-Old Police have identified a 46-year-old Connecticut man who died when the car he was riding in crashed earlier this month. Glen Halama, of Naugatuck, died on Friday, March 14, after the Kia Sedona he was a passenger in veered off the road and slammed into a stone wall, police said. Officers responded to Gunntown Road in Naugatuck around 8:30 a.m. after receiving reports of the crash. Halama was rushed to an area hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The 31-year-old driver from Hartford sustained minor injuries in the crash.  The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Passenger Killed After Minivan Crashes Into Naugatuck Stone Wall Passenger Killed After Minivan Crashes Into Naugatuck Stone Wall
Passenger Killed After Minivan Crashes Into Naugatuck Stone Wall A man was killed on Friday morning, March 14, after the minivan he was riding in left the road and crashed into a stone wall, authorities said.  The crash was reported around 8:30 a.m. on Gunntown Road in Naugatuck when a Kia Sedona driving north crashed into the wall, police said.  The driver sustained minor injuries, but the unnamed passenger was killed in the crash.  Naugatuck police are investigating what caused the vehicle to leave the road. Police urge anyone who witnessed the crash to contact Naugatuck Officer Robert Fulton at 203-729-5221.
Naugatuck Sex Offender Admits To Child Porn Charge, Faces Decade In Prison: DOJ Naugatuck Sex Offender Admits To Child Porn Charge, Faces Decade In Prison: DOJ
Naugatuck Sex Offender Admits To Child Porn Charge, Faces Decade In Prison: DOJ A registered sex offender in Connecticut admitted to child porn charges this week and faces potentially decades in prison, federal authorities announced.  Travis Tilley, 41, of Naugatuck, pleaded guilty to possession of child sexual abuse material on Thursday, March 6, the US Attorney for Connecticut said.  He was convicted of similar charges in 2019 in state court and released in 2022, records show.  Tilley was serving 15 years probation, and during an unannounced visit to his home, his probation officer seized his laptop and found more of the offending material, the federal…
CT Community Rallies After Naugatuck Dad Of 3 'With Heart Of Gold' Killed In Route 8 Crash CT Community Rallies After Naugatuck Dad Of 3 'With Heart Of Gold' Killed In Route 8 Crash
CT Community Rallies After Naugatuck Dad Of 3 'With Heart Of Gold' Killed In Route 8 Crash A 32-year-old Connecticut man who was killed when his vehicle went off Route 8 last month is being remembered for his love of his family and his skills as a tradesman. Kenny Martin, of Naugatuck, died just after midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 15, when he wrecked along Route 8 in Winchester, Connecticut State Police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene.  The Waterbury native leaves behind his girlfriend of 16 years, Amber Munley, their two children, and a niece he was caring for.  Original Report: CT Man Killed After Car Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree A GoFundMe to help raise mone…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Westchester How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Westchester
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Westchester A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…
CT Man Killed After Truck Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree In Winchester ID'd As 32-Year-Old CT Man Killed After Truck Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree In Winchester ID'd As 32-Year-Old
CT Man Killed After Truck Leaves Route 8, Hits Tree In Winchester ID'd As 32-Year-Old A 32-year-old Connecticut man was killed after his truck crashed into a tree earlier this week, authorities said.  Kenneth Lawrence Martin, of Naugatuck, died just after midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 15, when he wrecked along Route 8 in Winchester, Connecticut State Police said.  Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.  It's unknown why Martin crashed. Police urge anyone with information or who witnessed the wreck to contact Trooper Derek Kareta at 860-626-1820 or [email protected]
Winter Wonderland? Here's Who Got The Most Snow In CT During Weekend Storm Winter Wonderland? Here's Who Got The Most Snow In CT During Weekend Storm
Winter Wonderland? Here's Who Got The Most Snow In CT During Weekend Storm Connecticut woke up to a fresh dusting of snow on Dec. 21, 2024, with totals ranging from barely half an inch to over 2 inches in some towns.  Wondering how your town stacked up? The National Weather Service full breakdown for Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex, and New London counties. Fairfield County led the way, with Stamford topping the list: Stamford 1.0 S: 2.5 inches  New Canaan: 2.2 inches Sandy Hook: 1.8 inches New Fairfield: 1.8 inches Ridgefield 2.4 NNE: 1.7 inches Norwalk: 1.5 inches Fairfield: 1.5 inches Darien: 1.3 inches Monroe: 1.0 inch Bridgeport Airport: 0.8 …
22-Year-Old In Critical Condition Following Waterbury Crash With Stone Wall 22-Year-Old In Critical Condition Following Waterbury Crash With Stone Wall
22-Year-Old In Critical Condition Following Waterbury Crash With Stone Wall A 22-year-old Connecticut man is in critical condition following an early-morning crash early Sunday, police said. Waterbury police responded to the scene near 342 Wolcott Street at approximately 4:12 a.m. after the driver lost control of his vehicle and struck a fence and a stone wall, authorities said. The impact left the vehicle mangled and the driver, who was alone in the car, with life-threatening injuries, according to Waterbury police. The Naugatuck man was rushed to a nearby hospital, where his condition remains critical. Police did not release his name. The Waterbury Police Depar…
Naugatuck Man Sexually Abused Teen For Years, Girl Tells Police Naugatuck Man Sexually Abused Teen For Years, Girl Tells Police
Naugatuck Man Sexually Abused Teen For Years, Girl Tells Police A 36-year-old man is facing multiple sexual assault charges after a 16-year-old girl told her school's guidance counselor that he had abused her for years beginning when she was 10, authorities said.  Roydell Thompson, of Naugatuck, was arrested on Thursday, Dec. 19, after a monthslong investigation, the Connecticut State Police said. Most of the details of these attacks have been withheld to preserve the girl's anonymity.  The teen reported the abuse after having an anxiety attack while taking part in a discussion on sexual assault at her school in early October. She told investi…
Driver In Critical Condition Following Waterbury Crash Driver In Critical Condition Following Waterbury Crash
Driver In Critical Condition Following Waterbury Crash A Connecticut man is battling for his life after a two-car crash in New Haven County earlier this week.  Waterbury police were called to the 2500 block of South Main Street crash around 8:15 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 16.  Emergency crews had to cut a 49-year-old Naugatuck man from his vehicle so paramedics could rush him to Saint Mary’s Hospital, where he remains in critical but stable condition, according to Waterbury police. The second driver, a 34-year-old Waterbury man, sustained a minor leg injury but declined medical transport at the scene, police said.  Pol…
Costa Rican Restaurant Closing After Two Years In Naugatuck Costa Rican Restaurant Closing After Two Years In Naugatuck
Costa Rican Restaurant Closing After Two Years In Naugatuck A Connecticut restaurant has shuttered its doors after two years in business in New Haven County. Pura Vida, located at 65 Rubber Ave. in Naugatuck, announced the news on its social media pages earlier this week. The restaurant sold authentic Costa Rican fare. After two wonderful years, we are closing our doors. This journey has been filled with incredible memories, delicious meals, and, most importantly, the support of our amazing customers. To everyone who dined with us, shared a meal, or simply supported us from afar – thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ... While this cha…
Town-By-Town Snow Totals: Here's How Much Winter Storm Dropped On CT Town-By-Town Snow Totals: Here's How Much Winter Storm Dropped On CT
Town-By-Town Snow Totals: Here's How Much Winter Storm Dropped On CT Connecticut residents woke up to a blanket of snow Thursday, Dec. 5. A storm dropped as much as 5.5 inches in some areas, according to the National Weather Service. Lisbon in New London County saw the highest snowfall in Connecticut with 5.5 inches, while Wolcott in New Haven County recorded 4.5 inches. Fairfield County towns, including New Fairfield and Ridgefield, saw up to 3.2 inches. Most other areas across the state reported accumulations between 1 and 3 inches. Here are the snowfall totals reported by the NWS as of Thursday morning, Dec. 5: Fairfield County Ridgefield: 3.0 inches…
'I Miss Him Every Day': Woman Charged With Killing West Haven College Student In Hit-Run Crash 'I Miss Him Every Day': Woman Charged With Killing West Haven College Student In Hit-Run Crash
'I Miss Him Every Day': Woman Charged With Killing West Haven College Student In Hit-Run Crash A 41-year-old Connecticut woman has been arrested and charged in connection with a 2023 hit-and-run that killed a University of New Haven graduate student who was months away from graduating, authorities announced this week. Jill Augelli, of Naugatuck, was arrested on Nov. 18, following a year-long investigation into the fatal crash at the intersection of Whalley Avenue and Amity Road in West Haven that killed 23-year-old Priyanshu Agwal, police said. Augelli faces a felony charge of evading responsibility resulting in death. She is being held on a $250,000 bond at the Janet S. York Correct…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout Westchester How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout Westchester
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Throughout Westchester Here's a look at snowfall totals reported by the National Weathe Service from throughout the region from the storm system that swept through Thursday, Nov. 21 into Friday, Nov. 22. New York New York City Central Park 1.86 in 0940 AM 11/22 AWS Nassau County Oyster Bay 2.25 in 0930 AM 11/22 CWOP Locust Valley 0.3 E 2.21 in 0910 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Albertson 0.2 SSE 2.09 in 0730 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Syosset 2.08 in 0800 AM 11/22 COOP Herricks 1.92 in 0830 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Port Washington 0.8 N 1.84 in 0719 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Massapequa 1.1 SE 1.80 in 0700 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Malverne 0.5 SE…
New Update: Naugatuck Restaurant Reveals Exact Closing Date New Update: Naugatuck Restaurant Reveals Exact Closing Date
New Update: Naugatuck Restaurant Reveals Exact Closing Date Weeks after announcing its upcoming closure, a Connecticut restaurant has revealed when its last night in business will be.  After a decade in business, New Haven County's 66 Church in Naugatuck has revealed that it will be closing for good on Tuesday, Oct. 29.  The restaurant, located at  66 Church St., originally opened in 2015 and originally announced its closure on Tuesday, Oct. 8.  Earlier Report - Naugatuck's 66 Church Announces Closure Now that it has specified its last night, the owners have also revealed how they will mark the occasion. Before the ea…
Dog Found Starving, Emaciated, Locked In Cage In Naugatuck Home's Basement For 24 Hours: Police Dog Found Starving, Emaciated, Locked In Cage In Naugatuck Home's Basement For 24 Hours: Police
Dog Found Starving, Emaciated, Locked In Cage In Naugatuck Home's Basement For 24 Hours: Police A 2-year-old dog rescued over the weekend was found starving and emaciated at a New Haven County home. The poodle's owner now faces an animal cruelty charge, authorities said.  Police were called to Jolissa Nozier's Naugatuck home on Sunday evening, Oct. 20, after neighbors complained that her dog had been barking for hours, police said. They told officers that Nozier had been gone for a day. A rescue agency said the animal had been left in a crate in the Carroll Street home's basement since the owner left.  Naugatuck Police took custody of the dog named Rocky and surrendered it to Poodle R…
New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening
New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening Mere months after opening its doors, a new restaurant in Connecticut is already a hit with sushi and ramen lovers.  Since opening in mid-July, Tomo 202, located in the Fairfield County town of Brookfield at 806 Federal Rd., has received plenty of praise for its fresh sushi rolls, ramen, and boba tea.  The eatery is the sister restaurant to Tomo 68 in Naugatuck, Ramen & Bao in Oxford, and Ji Bei Chuan in Orange, all in New Haven County.  Those who stop by the new location can indulge in delicious sushi rolls, sashimi, and tempura, as well as ramen, dumplings, oysters…
Naugatuck Restaurant Announces Closure After Almost 10 Years: 'Forever Thankful' Naugatuck Restaurant Announces Closure After Almost 10 Years: 'Forever Thankful'
Naugatuck Restaurant Announces Closure After Almost 10 Years: 'Forever Thankful' A Connecticut restaurant that spent almost a decade becoming a go-to spot for fun and energy has announced that the end is near.  New, updated report - Update: Naugatuck's 66 Church Announces Closing Date 66 Church, a restaurant and gastropub in New Haven County located at 66 Church St. in Naugatuck, announced on Tuesday, Oct. 8 that it would be closing for good "in the next few weeks."  Although no specific reason for the decision was given, the owners thanked its longtime customers for helping the business through the pandemic and "a horrible economy."  "We’re endles…