'Lesser Evil,' Owned By Dad Of Alleged DOGE Staff Member, To Move Into Brewster Property 'Lesser Evil,' Owned By Dad Of Alleged DOGE Staff Member, To Move Into Brewster Property
'Lesser Evil,' Owned By Dad Of Alleged Doge Staff Member, To Move Into Brewster Property A fast-growing, CT-based snack brand owned by the father of a 19-year-old allegedly working with Elon Musk's new Department of Government Efficiency has secured a massive new distribution facility in Putnam County, expanding its presence in the Northeast. Lesser Evil, a Danbury, Connecticut-based company known for its organic and minimally processed snacks, has signed a 303,100-square-foot lease at Lincoln Logistics 84x684 Crossings in Brewster, according to real estate developer Lincoln Equities Group (LEG). The facility, located near major highways I-84, I-684, and Route 7 and finished in…
Car With Dog Inside Stolen In New Canaan; Police Searching For Both Car With Dog Inside Stolen In New Canaan; Police Searching For Both
Car With Dog Inside Stolen In New Canaan; Police Searching For Both A car thief stole a Range Rover in downtown Fairfield County this weekend, taking the French bulldog named Poppy that was inside, too. The theft happened in downtown New Canaan around 11:45 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Police said the owner left the SUV running with the keys inside near 80 Main St. when it was taken. Officers responded quickly and spotted the vehicle, but the driver sped off onto the Merritt Parkway northbound at Exit 38, according to New Canaan police. Due to state law, officers could not pursue the vehicle. A person claiming to be the owner posted on Facebook that the vehicle w…
Police ID Man Hit, Killed By Unmarked Norwalk Police Vehicle Police ID Man Hit, Killed By Unmarked Norwalk Police Vehicle
Police ID Man Hit, Killed By Unmarked Norwalk Police Vehicle Update: Manuel Bonilla-Gomez's family created a GoFundMe to help cover his funeral expenses. The campaign has raised more than $4,500. Click here for more information on the fundraiser.  Original: Authorities have identified the Fairfield County man who was killed when he was hit by an unmarked police vehicle while riding his bike this week.  Manuel Bonilla-Gomez, 68, of Norwalk, was riding his bike near the Connecticut and Fairfield Avenues intersection in Norwalk around 6 p.m. when the crash happened, authorities said.  Paramedics rushed Bonilla-Gomez to Norwalk Hospi…
Tractor Trailer Rolls Over On I-84 In Danbury Tractor Trailer Rolls Over On I-84 In Danbury
Tractor Trailer Rolls Over On I-84 In Danbury Connecticut State Police responded to a tractor-trailer rollover crash on Tuesday morning, Feb. 4, on I-84 in Fairfield County.  The incident happened around 9:30 a.m. at the I-84 East at the Route 7 North merger.  Paramedics treated the driver was treated for minor injuries, authorities said.  Authorities remain at the scene, but traffic is continuing to flow. 
(Update) Unmarked Police Car Hits, Kills Norwalk Pedestrian Responding To Call (Update) Unmarked Police Car Hits, Kills Norwalk Pedestrian Responding To Call
(Update) Unmarked Police Car Hits, Kills Norwalk Pedestrian Responding To Call Update: Police have identified the man killed as Manuel Bonilla-Gomez. Click here for more information.  Original: A Fairfield County resident was killed Monday evening, Feb. 3, while riding his bike after an unmarked police car responding to a call crashed into them, authorities said.  The Norwalk resident — who was not named — was riding his bike near the Connecticut and Fairfield Avenues intersection in Norwalk around 6 p.m. when the vehicle crashed into them.  Paramedics rushed them to Norwalk Hospital, but doctors were unable to save their life.  Po…
Four Injured In Head-On Crash In Newtown Four Injured In Head-On Crash In Newtown
Four Injured In Head-On Crash In Newtown Four people were injured — some seriously — over the weekend in a Fairfield County crash, authorities said.  The crash was reported Sunday, Feb. 2, in Newtown on Toddy Hill Road, the Botsford Fire Department said. Authorities said injuries ranged from minor to severe, but firefighters provided no further details on their conditions. A nurse and paramedics who arrived at the scene were the first to help the drivers and passengers before responders arrived. They remained until paramedics whisked them away. Another woman stopped and helped translate for at least one victim. Newtown poli…
Police Issue Warning Following String Of Car Thefts In New Canaan Police Issue Warning Following String Of Car Thefts In New Canaan
Police Issue Warning Following String Of Car Thefts In New Canaan Police in Fairfield County have issued a warning to drivers after a car was stolen on video from a homeowner's driveway while they were taking in groceries.  New Canaan police said they've seen an "uptick" in vehicles being stolen from homes or public areas during overnight hours and asked drivers to take precautions from becoming a victim. The police department released a video of someone running to a car before stealing it from a home's driveway last month. We want to remind everyone that while vehicles continue to be broken into and stolen overnight, these incidents can still …
Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Now Open In New Rochelle: Here's Look Inside Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Now Open In New Rochelle: Here's Look Inside
Gourmet Breakfast Eatery Now Open In New Rochelle: Here's Look Inside New Rochelle’s vibrant dining scene just got a fresh new addition with the arrival of Toastique, a health-focused café specializing in gourmet toasts, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices.  On Thursday, Jan. 23, city officials, community leaders, and business owners gathered at 604 North Ave. for a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce to officially welcome the fast-growing eatery.  Toastique first opened its doors in December 2024 and has already become a go-to spot for health-conscious foodies. The café offers a unique selection of nutrient-packed …
14-Year-Old Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park In Yonkers: DA 14-Year-Old Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park In Yonkers: DA
14-Year-Old Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park In Yonkers: DA A 14-year-old boy from Connecticut faces life in prison after being charged with murder in connection with a deadly Yonkers shooting that left one man dead and another wounded, officials said. The 14-year-old Fairfield County resident from Stratford was indicted and arraigned on Thursday, Jan. 30, in Westchester County Court's Youth Part in connection with a fatal shooting at Yonkers' Doyle Park in August 2024, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced. According to the DA's Office, at around 5 p.m. on Aug. 26, 2024, the defendant allegedly opened fire and fatally shot 29-…
2 Seriously Injured In Shelton Rollover Crash; CT Police Close Route 8 For Hours 2 Seriously Injured In Shelton Rollover Crash; CT Police Close Route 8 For Hours
2 Seriously Injured In Shelton Rollover Crash; CT Police Close Route 8 For Hours Connecticut State Police shut down a portion of Route 8 in Fairfield County Thursday morning, Jan. 30, after a car careened off the road, rolled over, and hit a utility police.  The crash was reported just after 9:30 a.m. in Shelton when the Honda Civic crossed three lanes of traffic and went off the road near Exit 11 Northbound. Both people inside the car were ejected when the vehicle hit the pole, police said.  The 31-year-old driver and 32-year-old passenger, both men from Bridgeport, were rushed to Bridgeport Hospital with serious injuries. An update on their condition wa…
Man Hid Camera In Bathroom At Norwalk Restaurant: Police Man Hid Camera In Bathroom At Norwalk Restaurant: Police
Man Hid Camera In Bathroom At Norwalk Restaurant: Police Police arrested a 57-year-old Connecticut man after he hid a camera inside the bathroom at a Fairfield County restaurant. The bust comes after a monthslong investigation.  Hector Camacho, of Weston, was taken into custody by Norwalk detectives on Tuesday, Jan. 28, after authorities linked him to the device using forensic DNA evidence, surveillance footage, and interviews, according to Norwalk police. The case began on Sept. 29, when a person at Sierra Grille at 617 Connecticut Ave. in Norwalk discovered a concealed camera in the restroom and alerted authorities. Police did not say…
Tick, Tock: $100K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Stamford Will Expire In 2 Weeks Tick, Tock: $100K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Stamford Will Expire In 2 Weeks
Tick, Tock: $100K Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Stamford Will Expire In 2 Weeks A $100,000 winning lottery ticket sold in Fairfield County more than six months ago is still unclaimed and will expire in fewer than two weeks. The winning Cash5 ticket, purchased at East Main Convenience at 1051 East Main Street in Stamford, matched all five numbers for the Aug. 13, 2024, drawing: 08, 10, 11, 23, and 34. If unclaimed, the prize will expire on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2025. State lottery officials are urging residents to double-check their tickets, noting that unclaimed prizes are rare but not unheard of. To claim the prize, the lucky winner must visit the Claims Center at CT Lo…