Bethany Camp Abuse Case Prompts Connecticut Push for Background Check Law
A 2024 Bethany youth camp abuse case has driven a CT legislative push for Senate Bill 157, which would require background checks at license-exempt town programs statewide.
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Meriden City Network Still Offline Weeks After February Cyber Incident
Meriden's city network has been partly offline since a Feb. 17, 2026 cybersecurity incident. Emergency dispatch was moved to the State Police Academy, and full recovery has no confirmed timeline.
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.
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.
New Haven Alders to Consider Cannabis Licensing, Zoning at March 10 Meeting
New Haven alders meet March 10 on cannabis licensing rules and rezoning at Quinnipiac Ave. and Tower Lane. Meeting is at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
Woodbridge Government Roundup: Week of March 2, 2026
Woodbridge saw a full week of government meetings March 2–6, 2026. The Board of Education held three committee sessions; the Town Plan and Zoning Commission, Human Services Commission, and CUPOP met March 2–3; and the Board of Finance held a budget session March 4. The Conservation Commission meets tonight (March 5) and the BOS Strategic Planning Committee meets tomorrow (March 6).
Wallingford Government Roundup: EDC Reviews Zoning Items, Board of Health Convenes, Compost Center Reopens
Wallingford's Economic Development Commission met March 2, reviewing upcoming P&Z items including cannabis regulations and a Williams Road multi-family project. The Board of Health met March 4. Tonight, the Historic Properties Commission holds its annual meeting and the Quinnipiac River Linear Trail committee meets. The Compost Center reopens March 16.
New Haven Government Roundup: Alders Approve Parking Zone, Tax Relief, and Parks Grant
New Haven's Board of Alders met March 4, 2026, approving tax relief for four residents and appointing Peace Commission members. The City Services Committee meets tonight, March 5, to consider a new parking zone on Minor Street, Tower Lane easement releases, and a parks grant for Beaver Ponds improvements.
Hamden Government Roundup: Week of March 2, 2026
Hamden's Legislative Council held its regular meeting March 2 and has a backup session March 8. The Board of Assessment Appeals heard property appeals March 2. The Finance Commission and Technology Commission both meet tonight, March 5.
Durham Government Roundup: BOE Addresses School Naming and Construction, Selectmen Hold Budget Workshop
Durham's government held a full week of meetings March 2–5, 2026. The Board of Selectmen met twice on March 2 and continues budget workshops today, while RSD 13's Building Committee and School Naming Committee convened March 4. The Planning and Zoning Commission also met March 4.
Hamden Council Votes March 9 on Fontana as Economic Development Director
Hamden's Legislative Council votes March 9 on confirming Stephen Fontana as Economic Development Director. Mayor Sendroff's pick has 12 years as West Haven's dev chief.