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Town Government
Trumbull Day this weekend
Trumbull Day's entertainment and food lineup is taking shape, with five bands and a half-dozen food trucks signed up so far. According to Trumbull Day's official event pages, the annual event,...
By Donald Eng
Town Government
Nappi named acting P&Z administrator
Town Government
Lauretti falls short at Independent Party caucus
Police & Fire
Shelton Animal Control frees owl stuck in net
Town Government
Tujak Brill running for state Senate
Community
Hawks Ridge developer seeks more housing
Schools
Elected officials sworn in at Senior Center
Community
Republicans win big
“The voters have spoken,” was the phrase most frequently used to describe the results of the 2017 election in Shelton. With Mayor Mark Lauretti running unopposed, which guaranteed him a 14th term in office, some residents were concerned of a...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Candidates bring campaigns to voter doorsteps
With approximately three weeks until voters will make their way to the polls to decide who will serve on their local boards and commissions, candidates are continuing their door-to-door efforts in hope of gaining as much support from residents as...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
2017 Candidates for Planning and Zoning
The following candidates are running for a spot on Shelton’s Planning and Zoning Commission: Ruth Parkins (R) A resident of Shelton for 40 years with two adult daughters, Ruth was first elected to Shelton’s Planning & Zoning Commission in...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Education, Aldermen boards welcome new members
Just as Shelton’s Board of Alderman and Education recently said goodbye to some of its senior members, they welcomed some key replacements with open arms not long after. Despite the city’s Board of Education losing three veteran members when...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
No opponent for Lauretti, Democratic ‘lone wolf’ not seeking reelection
As of now, Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti’s record-breaking 14th term in office will go uncontested as the city’s Democratic party declined to nominate a candidate to challenge him at its Town Committee meeting Monday night. Democratic Town Chair...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
City passes budget with tax decrease
Unknowns at state level could lead to adjustments, more cuts Shelton’s Board of Aldermen unanimously accepted a budget and lowered tax rate that could potentially change if proposed cuts are made at the state level. Board of Aldermen...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Mayor Lauretti could be running for Governor, again
There’s a very “substantial chance,” that Shelton’s Mayor of 26 years, Mark Lauretti could be entering the 2018 race for governor. Should Lauretti officially join the race, there’s a chance that he would also be the third mayor/first selectman...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Perillo wins big in race for District 113
Shelton’s incumbent Republicans won big Tuesday night in the 2016 elections for State Representative of Districts 113 & 122 as well as the race for State Senate. Incumbent State Rep. Jason Perillo (R-113) said he wasn’t expecting the...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
April 27: P&Z meet to discuss 121-acre property plan
One of the largest plans in Fairfield County More than 100 residents packed into City Hall’s auditorium last week for an informal presentation of a large mixed-use development plan that is going to be brought before the Planning and Zoning...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Lauretti sworn into his 13th term at inauguration ceremony
It was a special night for all elected city officials as their family members and peers gathered at the Senior Center to honor them during the inauguration ceremony following the 2015-16 election. There were several new faces joining boards...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Papa and Hurliman honored at Board of Aldermen meeting
It was an emotional meeting for the Board of Aldermen on Thursday, Nov. 12 as they honored two people who have served the community for over 20 years each. The Board said farewell to 22-year member and Fourth Ward Aldermen, John Papa who...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Bashar joins team Lauretti
Lauretti’s first move in his 13th term is a new hire The day after Election Day, Mayor Mark Lauretti’s first order of business in his 13th term in office was to hire Attorney John P. Bashar as his Administrative Assistant. Lauretti said...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Lauretti set to begin 13th term
‘Thank you for being a part of the winning team’ Election Day 2015 provided similar results to the past 24 years, at least in terms of the mayoral race. Mayor Mark Lauretti is set to begin his 13th term in office after defeating his Democratic...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Community
Voter turnout not off to a great start
Election Day is here which means it is time for your voice to be heard and for you to cast your vote. Candidates can be seen outside of each polling location doing some last minute campaigning. Democratic nominee Michele Bialek said she was...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Letters to the Editor
Letter: 'Fine gentleman who are dedicated to the community'
As a State Representative serving much of Shelton, I have the opportunity to work with many talented individuals in local government. I have had the fortune to work with Anthony Simonetti and David Gidwani on many government issues and charitable...
By Shelton Herald
Community
Ben McGorty achieved 100% voting record
State Representative Ben McGorty (R-122) achieved a perfect one-hundred-percent voting record during the regular 2015 Legislative Session according to statistics compiled by the House Clerk’s Office. This year, Rep. McGorty cast his vote on 379...
By Shelton Herald
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Gidwani, a servant of the community
I was ecstatic when I realized I could write my thoughts to you about someone who has been such an inspirational person in my life. Although I have only known him for about 10 months, it seems like I have known him my entire life. That person is...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Gidwani's public outreach is appreciated
To whom this may concern i felt the need to write about David Gidwani and his constant outreach to people and satisfying their needs. I first met David at my local business when i overheard informing customers on how to get the best value for the...
By Aaron Berkowitz
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Response to Simonetti
I'm afraid that Mr. Simonetti doesn't understand what the Shelton Voters Network voters' guide is for -- and it's not to print letters; that's for other media. What any branch of the League of Women Voters does in its guides is to ask one or more...
By Shelton Herald
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Bialek’s realistic vision
I am thrilled that Michele Bialek is running for mayor. She will do great things for Shelton. She’s not only a successful business woman but she’s a leader who will be responsive to the voters while keeping our taxes low. I’ve lived here for many...
By Shelton Herald