Buckmiller sells funeral homes
NAUGATUCK — Buckmiller Brothers sold its two funeral homes last week, bringing an end to nearly 80 years of family business.
The properties, including one...
Thefts under investigation
PROSPECT — Police are investigating two thefts in town.
On July 3 a back pack leaf blower was stolen from a vehicle parked at 163...
New director shapes up health district
PROSPECT — Since taking the reins earlier this year, Chesprocott Health District’s newest director has steered the organization in a positive direction.
The health district,...
Lawmakers call for end to forced unionization
HARTFORD — State Sen. Joe Markley (R-16) and state Rep. Rob Sampson (R-80) have called for union and state officials to immediately halt the...
Prospect Library announces summer hours
PROSPECT — The Prospect Library is changing its hours for the summer.
For July and August, the library’s hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m....
Program leads to prescription savings
PROSPECT — Town residents are saving money on their prescriptions.
Residents have saved over $13,000 through the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities Discount Card program, according...
Board OKs plan for budget balance
REGION 16 — The Region 16 Board of Education has approved a 2013-14 year-end budget plan that spends roughly $450,000 in projected surplus on...
Advocates seek commitment
HARTFORD — State Sen. Joe Markley (R-16) called for a renewed commitment recently to improving substance abuse treatment in Connecticut.
“Despite many years of hard...
Road repairs to get underway
PROSPECT — Three road projects will begin this month.
The largest project is fixing drainage issues between 205 and 217 Straitsville Road.
That section of road...
At odds over easement
BEACON FALLS — The town of Beacon Falls and Region 16 Board of Education have taken opposing stances when it comes to an easement...