Guilford Sustainability Task Force Opens Public Survey Through April 29
Guilford's Sustainable Task Force opened a 10-minute online survey Feb. 18, 2026 asking residents to share environmental priorities. Open through April 29 at guilfordct.gov.
Local News
Wallingford Man Arrested After Threatening Neighbor with Shotgun
David Scott Brown, 64, arrested Feb. 17, 2026 for threatening a Wallingford neighbor with a shotgun on Clinton Place. Charged with first-degree threatening; held on $100K bond.
New Haven Alder Maceo Streater's $5.75M Wrongful Conviction Claim Advances
New Haven Alder Troy Streater's $5.75M compensation for a 23-year wrongful conviction advances, as CT's Claims Commissioner recommends the award and the state Judiciary Committee prepares to vote.
New Haven Judge Dismisses Charges Against 3 Officers in Randy Cox Case
A New Haven judge dismissed all criminal charges in Feb. 2026 against 3 officers in the Randy Cox paralysis case, using a probation program. Two others had pleaded guilty and each paid $15.
Miami Man Arrested on 26 Charges for Wallingford Phone Scam on Elderly Woman
Errol Patton, 31, of Miami arrested Feb. 17, 2026 on 26 fraud charges for a phone scam targeting an elderly Wallingford woman. He also faces a $1M fugitive warrant from Georgia.
Meriden Clinician Sentenced for $55,410 Medicaid Fraud Using Unlicensed Workers
Meriden's Darlene Shuff-Porter sentenced Feb. 2026 for billing Medicaid $55,410 for services by unlicensed workers. She received a suspended 3-year term and paid full restitution.
Guilford Land Trust Releases 2026 Hike and Outdoor Events Calendar
Guilford Land Conservation Trust's 2026 event schedule runs March–July, offering 8 guided hikes, a trail run, wildflower walks, and a night moth event — all free and open to the public.
Branford's Blackstone Library Offers Free Tech Help Every Tuesday
Branford's Blackstone Library offers free one-on-one Tech Help Tuesdays — drop-in sessions, 10am–noon, for help with devices, apps, and software. No registration required.
Southington STEPS Students Premiere Sports Gambling PSA on March 25
11 Southington STEPS Youth Council members will premiere a sports gambling PSA at a statewide virtual showcase on March 25, 2026, part of CT's Youth Gambling Awareness Project.
Bridgeport Wins $75,000 Grant to Launch Student-Senior Greenhouse Program
Bridgeport wins $75,000 from the U.S. Conference of Mayors to launch the Greenhouse Impact Program — pairing Lighthouse students with East Side seniors to grow food year-round.
CT Siting Council Rejects UI Monopole Appeal, Backing Bridgeport and Fairfield
CT Siting Council rejected United Illuminating's monopole appeal in Feb. 2026 — ending a battle over a 7-mile transmission line through Bridgeport and Fairfield.
New Haven Parks Commission Approves East Shore Park Hockey Rink Revival
New Haven Parks Commission unanimously approves East Shore Park hockey rink revival. Leclerc Charity Fund covers 5 years at no cost to taxpayers.