DUI Checkpoints for July 4th Weekend, Connecticut State Troopers Increase Patrols
As thousands of drivers plan to travel during the upcoming long holiday weekend, Connecticut State Troopers are also preparing to patrol in increased numbers to […]
Police & Fire
Connecticut State Troopers Urge Caution with Fireworks
As the July 4th holiday weekend quickly approaches, the Connecticut State Police reminds Connecticut residents that fireworks are illegal in the State of Connecticut. […]
Bethel Police Arrest Local Man for Violation of Protective Order and Harassment
On June 24, 2016 Bethel Police arrested Michael Vasaturo, age 24, at his home at 130 Triangle Street in Danbury, after he was found to be […]
Police: Fifteen Individuals in Their 60’s Overdose in 6 Hours, Two Fatal
In a deadly trend sweeping through the state, police and firefighters rushed to the aid of 15 people who had overdosed, two fatally, on what […]
Bethel Police Ask for Your Help in Capturing Copper Thief
Please help the Bethel Police identify this man and/or the vehicle pictured. Bethel Police Ask for Your Help in Capturing Copper Thief Message from Bethel […]
Mass Shooting in Orlando Nightclub, 50 Killed, 53 Injured, Deadliest US Shooting in History
At approximately 2:00 a.m. on June 12, 2016 a shooting took place killing 50 people at Pulse, a gay nightclub in Orlando Florida. It is […]
Honoring Soldiers Who Gave Their All; 2016 Bethel Memorial Day Parade – 100+ PHOTOS
“All Gave Some, Some Gave All,” Memorial Day 2016, remembering and honoring those who perished. Report by Paula Antolini May 30, 2016 9:00AM EDT […]
Bethel Police Arrest Man for Arson Fire, Insurance Fraud, in Own Home
An arrest warrant was obtained after a joint investigation was conducted by the Bethel Police, Bethel Fire Marshal’s Office, and the Connecticut State Police Fire […]
50 PHOTOS: Bethel Volunteer Fire Department Honors Fallen Firefighters
A memorial ceremony for fallen firefighters took place on May 22, 2016, at 12:45 p.m., before the Bethel Memorial Day Parade, at the Bethel Volunteer […]
Identity of Bethel Fatal Crash Victim Revealed by Police
On May 16, 2016 Bethel Police responded to a serious motor vehicle crash on RT 53. The operator and sole occupant of the vehicle died […]
Man Brandishing Gun While Under the Influence Threatens Meetinghouse Pub Patrons, Bethel Police Called
Matthew Vance of Bethlehem Connecticut was arrested on May 19, 2016 at 2:26 a.m. for Illegal Carrying of Firearm while Under the Influence 53-206(a), Breach […]
A Purr-fect Rescue in Downtown Bethel Involved Ten People
A Little Rescue Goes a Long Way When Citizens Gather and Stand Together Behind a Cause. Sometimes it’s the little things that matter in life, […]
Celebrating National EMS Week! Obama Issues Proclamation: Emergency Medical Services Week, 2016
Let us honor the hard work and dedication of our local EMS volunteers! Report by Paula Antolini May 16, 2016 10:58AM EDT Celebrating […]
Breaking: Bethel Public Schools Went Into ‘Lock Out’ Today Due to an ‘Individual of Concern’ on Campus
Due to notification from the Bethel Police Department, the Bethel Public Schools went into Lock Out for 10 minutes due to an individual of concern […]
Past Stony Hill Volunteer Fire Company Chief Emile Racenet Passes Away, 40 Years of Service
It is with deep regret we announce the passing of Past Chief Emile Racenet. Emile joined Stony Hill FD in 1963 and served as Chief […]
Breaking: Car Fire, Fully Engulfed, BMW Totaled, Route 58, Bethel
The Bethel Police and Bethel Volunteer Fire and EMS responded to a call about car fire earlier this afternoon, May 5, 2016, on Route 58 […]
Bethel Fire & EMS Memorial Day Service, May 22, Before Parade and Food & Refreshments After
Please join us for our Memorial Day Service this year at the South Street Fire House at 12:45 P.M. on May 22nd just prior to […]
Rep. Carter: ‘Expanded Benefits Would Be a Blessing to Countless Firefighters’
Last night the House of Representatives approved a bill with the support of State Rep. Dan Carter (R-2) that would expand wage replacement benefits to […]
Warning from Danbury Police & Dept. of Consumer Protection About Door-to-Door Home Repair Scammers
Door-to-door scammers are already out in many communities, taking advantage of homeowners who are looking to undertake home improvement projects as the weather warms. Report […]
OPINION: “A Gun Owner’s Response to a Legally Owned Gun in the Hands of a Teacher”
“For someone to think they can so arrogantly hijack the mass psyche of Newtown, and paint this picture that Newtown is somehow totally incapable of […]
DEA Issues Public Safety Alert and Anonymous Tip Line About Fentanyl Disguised as Opioid Pain Medication, In Response to Deaths
Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, has been linked to multiple overdoses and deaths throughout the Sacramento region since March 23, 2016. The overdoses are occurring […]
Connecticut Kicks Off National Distracted Driving Awareness Month with Increased Law Enforcement
The Connecticut Highway Safety Office is kicking off its annual Distracted Driving Campaign as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The effort will span […]
VIDEO: Bethel Volunteer Fire Department Call for Volunteers
The Bethel Volunteer Fire Department has created a new video inviting individuals to become volunteers. Here is their message (and view video below). Report […]
Newtown Teacher Arrested, Caught in Possession of Gun at Middle School
On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 a Newtown eighth grade science teacher Jason Adams, 46, was arrested for bringing a gun to Newtown Middle School. […]
CT State Troopers Make Arrest After Stolen Vehicle Is Located with License Plate Reader
On April 5, 2016 at approx. 12:15 p.m., a Trooper was working at a highway construction job on I-91 northbound in Middletown when he was […]
Got Drugs? National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Initiative, April 30
The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is April 30, 2016, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. It aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means […]
Local Emergency Response Training for Bethel, Redding & Ridgefield Businesses, Residents and Volunteers, April 30
The Bethel, Redding and Ridgefield Community Emergency Response Volunteers (CERV) invite Bethel, Redding & Ridgefield Residents, CERT, Local Agencies & Others to participate in the […]
Gov. Malloy: State Grant Expands ‘ShotSpotter’ Gunshot Detection System to Hartford CT
Governor Dannel P. Malloy announced that an expansion of the ShotSpotter gunshot detection system in Hartford will become operational by today as a result of […]
TRENDING: ‘Ideal Conceal’ Gun Made to Look Like Cell Phone Causing Concern
The company ‘Ideal Conceal’ has developed a prototype for a gun that “is ingeniously is designed to look like a smartphone, yet with one click […]
Breaking News: U.S. Capitol Complex on Lockdown, Shots Fired Near Visitor’s Center, One Officer Shot
One Capitol police officer shot, not seriously wounded. They do have the shooter in custody. It seems to be focused on the U.S.Capitol Visitor’s Center. […]