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Waterbury man sentenced to 2 years in prison for failed robbery attempt
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — A Waterbury man Monday was sentenced to 24 months in prison for his participation in an attempted drug robbery in Bridgeport last year, according ...
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Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury celebrates National First Responders Day
WATERBURY, Conn. (WTNH) — Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury held an event on Monday to celebrate National First Responders Day. The day honors firefighters ...
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Waterbury is a city in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Waterbury had a population of 114,403 as of the 2020 Census. [2] The city is 33 miles (53 km) southwest of Hartford and 77 miles (124 km) northeast of New York City. Waterbury is the largest city in the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region and second-largest city in New Haven County.
Waterbury, city, coextensive with the town (township) of Waterbury, New Haven county, west-central Connecticut, U.S., on the Naugatuck River. Mattatuck Plantation, settled in 1674 as part of Farmington, was incorporated (1686) as the town of Waterbury, so named because of the abundant drainage of.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Dec 29, 2022 · Together, these companies made Waterbury the leading producer of brass in the world. After reaching unprecedented heights of production during World War II, the brass industry in Waterbury began a steady decline in the 1950s. Plastic, zinc, and aluminum replaced brass in household products.
"Discover the hidden gems of Waterbury, Connecticut, in this engaging video. Uncover the city's rich history as the "Brass City," its pivotal role in America...
The first settlers (excluding the aboriginals) of what is now Waterbury, were called Planters; this refers to the fact that the Colony of Connecticut knew of this place as fertile planting grounds. In the list of many names for what we call Waterbury is "Farmington Plantation" and later "Town Plot Plantation".
Waterbury was founded in 1674 as Mattatuck Plantation by 31 families from Farmington, Conn. In 1686 the village and its countryside were incorporated as the town (or township) of Waterbury. The town was named for the ample drainage provided by the Naugatuck River’s steep granite hills and slopes.
Waterbury, Connecticut, affectionately known as “The Brass City,” boasts a rich history that mirrors the American story of industrialization, innovation, and community resilience. From its early days as a small settlement to becoming a major industrial powerhouse, Waterbury’s past is a fascinating and complex narrative.
