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May elections a thing of the past in borough
NAUGATUCK — Political signs appeared like spring blossoms in Bethany and Woodbridge, but the borough, for the first time in history, did not hold a municipal election Monday. Since the borough charter was first established in 1895, the mayor and other municipal officials have been elected on the first Monday in May. Many other... »
Chatfield announces bid for 19th term
PROSPECT — Just over 36 years ago Mayor Robert Chatfield, 69, announced his intention to run for Prospect’s top job for the first time and asked for the support of the Republican Town Committee. After he made his announcement, a senior republican told him that he announced too early and was too young, Chatfield... »
Local election wrap up
Two of Naugatuck’s state legislators earned another term Tuesday without a challenge. Republicans Rosa Rebimbas and David Labriola were unopposed in the 70th House District and 131St House District respectively. Rebimbas, 36, a Naugatuck native and an attorney with offices in the borough, was first elected to represent the 70th District in a 2009... »
Hartley wins seventh term
WATERBURY — State Sen. Joan Hartley fended off two third-party challengers Tuesday to win a seventh term in the 15th Senate District. Hartley, a Waterbury Democrat, garnered 15,730 votes, according to unofficial results, while Andrew “Andy” Larsen, an Independent Party candidate, won only 1,541 votes. Blair F. Bertaccini, a member of the Working Families... »
Markley defeats Mazurek in the 16th District
SOUTHINGTON — Republican state Sen. Joe Markley soundly won a second consecutive term representing the 16th District, beating his Democratic challenger, John “Corky” Mazurek, by more than 2,500 votes. Of the five towns that comprise the 16th Senate District, Markley lost Waterbury and Wolcott, but more than made up for those shortcomings with success... »
Conroy takes rematch in 105th
BEACON FALLS — The rematch in the race for the 105th House District ended closer than the first round two years ago and may see a recount. Unofficial numbers show Democrat challenger Theresa Conroy, 55, defeated Republican incumbent Len Greene Jr., 5,109 to 5,071. “I look at it not as a win for myself,... »
Zupkus wins House seat in 89th District
PROSPECT — The support of Prospect voters carried Republican Lezlye Zupkus to victory in the 89th House District race over longtime Democrat incumbent Vickie Nardello. “It’s just very exciting. The people wanted a change and they spoke up. I’m very humbled and honored to represent the 89th District and be a voice for them,”... »
Greene criticized over GOP budget proposal
SEYMOUR — The Beacon Falls Democratic Town Committee chairwoman has charged State Rep. Leonard C. Greene Jr., R-105th District, with advocating for a budget last year that would have affected women’s access to breast cancer screenings and may have closed health clinics. Greene, 32, of Roosevelt Drive, who has served the district since 2010,... »
Derby mayor endorses Szewczyk for Senate
Derby Mayor Anthony Staffieri endorsed Republican Tony Szewczyk in the race for the 17th Senate District seat. “Tony Szewczyk was born and raised in Derby and has spent much of his life in Derby. As a retired architect, he has volunteered countless hours serving as a member of various boards and commissions. In particular,... »
Greene, Conroy meet again in state House race
BEACON FALLS — In 2010, Republican Len Greene Jr. earned his first term as state representative with a tight, 109-vote victory over then incumbent Democrat Theresa Conroy. Two years later, the race for the 105th House District, which represents Beacon Falls, Seymour, and a part of Derby, is a rematch. Only now, Conroy is... »