Sherman Connecticut News

The Sherman Paradox: A $50M Crisis and a 55% Raise

A $50 million town asset left exposed to freezing winds. A residential neighborhood flooded with industrial light. And a First Selectman whose salary climbed 55% while the construction budget spiraled. We investigate the "White Lantern" anomaly and the fight for accountability on Sawmill Road.

A 60% Raise: How the First Selectman’s Salary Outpaced Inflation

Since taking office in November 2017, First Selectman Don Lowe’s salary has quietly climbed from $52,000 to $83,000. We break down the math behind this staggering 60% pay increase—a massive hike that completely detaches from the rate of inflation and leaves taxpayers footing the bill.

Intimidation at the Driveway: Weaponizing 911 in Sherman

It started with a drone photographing an exposed $42.8 million roof. It ended with a State Trooper parked in a private driveway. Sherman News reveals how town officials huddled at Town Hall to dispatch law enforcement and file baseless FAA complaints in a desperate attempt to silence transparency.

Don Lowe vs. The Constitution: Weaponizing the State Police

Dispatching State Troopers to silence a lawful drone flight reveals a dangerous misunderstanding of our constitutional rights. We examine how First Selectman Don Lowe treats the town of Sherman like a private corporation—and treats taxpayers asking questions about a $42.8 million project like unruly employees who need to be disciplined.

Sherman's Trinity Church Nears Finish

After nearly two years of anticipation, Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Sherman is approaching the finish line on its much-watched construction project. Now, as 2025 moves forward, the new structure is taking its final shape—an encouraging sign for parishioners and townspeople alike.

Sherman Pickleball is Alive!

What started as a grassroots movement to tape down lines on a Colonial Park tennis court has grown into a full-fledged town project. With pickleball rapidly gaining popularity in Sherman and across the country, local players pushed for a permanent space to play—and the town responded.

The Art of Demolition by Neglect: A $5.6M Surplus and a $42.8M Crisis

How does a town sitting on a $5.6 million surplus suddenly need a $42.8 million blank check? We expose the decade-long strategy of "demolition by neglect" that starved the Sherman School to build a political rainy-day fund—and the fiscal hostage situation that forced taxpayers to foot the bill.

The Cost of Denial: Bankruptcy, Blue Tarps, and a $42.8M Crisis

It began with officials denying obvious safety hazards. It escalated to crews frantically hanging blue tarps on a federal holiday. Now, as the $42.8 million Sherman School project demands more oversight, we uncover a troubling financial baseline: the First Selectman’s personal bankruptcy filing just weeks before his first election.

Sherman has a Dock Rumors Problem

Sherman is planning a modest expansion of its Town Beach dock slips—from 53 to around 65—but misinformation has clouded public understanding. Rumors claiming the town is building 107 slips have spread within the Holiday Point community, sparking concerns about lake congestion and road safety. The situation highlights how fast rumors can spread—and how important facts and transparency are to Sherman’s decision-making process.

Town Members Claim BOS Malfeasance

Sherman officials approved $4.3 million in school renovation spending at a hastily warned meeting, despite an $8 million budget gap and no voter approval. Critics call the move reckless, citing a lack of transparency, safety concerns, and legal violations. With the project already over budget and behind schedule, residents fear the town is beyond the point of no return—raising serious questions about oversight and public trust.

Short Term Sherman Rental Town?

In the evolving landscape of short-term rentals in Sherman Conn, what are the economic benefits and community concerns arising from platforms like Airbnb and VRBO? What are Sherman's regulatory measures, including zoning laws, the establishment of a Short-Term Rental Ordinance Committee and relevant state-level developments?

Trinity Church Rises from Ashes

Sherman's Holy Trinity Catholic Church has undergone a transformative journey, as it evolves to meet the needs of its congregation. From leadership changes and a significant parish merger to the approval and construction of a new chapel, a lot has happened in a just a few years. The new structure aims to blend modern functionality with Sherman's architectural heritage, ensuring a welcoming space for worship and community activities.

The FOIA Files: State Police Officially Clear Drone Flights

Town Hall claimed our drone flights over the $42.8M school project were illegal harassment. No state, local, or federal laws were broken. First Selectman is using 911 as private security to silence the press.

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