Lurings, Curfews and Hurricane Sandy Dominate This Week In Local News

Police And Schools Partner to Talk To Students About Luring Incidents

New Milford Police partner with the New Milford School district to talk to students about luring and give them a chance to voice their concerns.

Police Chief Answers Questions On Luring At Mayor and Council Meeting

Chief of Police Frank Papapietro was present at last Monday's meeting of the Mayor and Council to speak about his department's investigation into the recent reported incidents of luring and answer questions from concerned residents.

Man Matching Description of Westwood Lurer Asks Two Girls For Directions

Girls report that a man who asked them for directions reportedly matched the description of the man allegedly involved in the attempted luring in Westwood.

Halloween Curfews Issued in New Milford

In light of attempted lurings, Chief Papapietro issues 8 p.m. curfews for Oct. 30 and Oct. 31.

New Police Officers Are Sworn In

In the first step towards rebuilding the ranks depleted by retirements and departures, two new police officers take oath of office during last Monday's Mayor and Council Meeting.

Subrizi Urges Christie To Lower Reservoirs

With Sandy headed our way, Subrizi urges Christie to order the reservoirs be lowered in advance of the storm.

Legislators Urge United Water To Lower Reservoirs

In anticipation of Hurricane Sandy, Gordon, Wagner and Eustace ask United Water to lower the reservoir levels before storm hits.

Christie Orders Reservoirs Lowered

In advance of Sandy, Governor orders reservoirs lowered and flood gates opened.

Gov. Christie Declares State Of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Sandy

With reports of severe weather conditions coming our way, Governor Chris Christie has declared a state of emergency throughout the state.

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