Large Dave

I've been lucky enough to work at all of my favorite Connecticut radio stations around the state over the course of my 30 year+ career. I'm a Waterbury native that likes: my wife, my life, music, dogs, Subarus, seafood, medium-rare ribeye steaks, occasional intoxication, fully recovering from elective surgeries, making commercials that make you laugh, writing articles that inform, make you mad, or gives you the urge to giggle and respond, the smell of a just lit matchstick, the combination of proscuitto and fresh mootz, and watching live music.

The Big E Kicks Off Tomorrow, and It’s Closer Than You Think

When I've mentioned that we're going to the Big E, people think that it's in Boston. It's not, Springfield is 15 minutes North of Bradley

Danbury Man Arrested After Allegedly Striking Construction Worker on I-95

According to witnesses, the GMC continued northbound on I-95, but Connecticut State Police caught up to it in the area of the Connecticut/Rhode Island border. The GMC was eventually stopped in Rhode Island by the Rhode Island State Police

New Milford Hosting Teen-Only Spooky Movie Night on Friday the 13th

They will be serving ice cream, there will be food trucks, and you can enjoy free popcorn courtesy of the Bank Street Theater.

Waterbury Police Arrest Three in Counterfeit Money Investigation

I can tell you from my wife's expert perspective, she's put in three years there, the retailers and employees of stores in Brass Mill Commons face organized attempts at shoplifting nearly every day

My Pick for Connecticut’s Best Corn 2024: Woodbury’s Logue Farms

The 2024 crop of Logue Farm's sweet corn is magnificent, earthy, and the ears are massive. Out of the 55 pounds that I got, there were only 2 that didn't make my cut.

The Second ‘Raising Cane’s’ Restaurant in Connecticut Opens Tomorrow

First impression? Damn! They're excellent. Very light, yet crispy breading, superior quality chicken meat, light seasoning, great aftertaste.

Study Ranks Connecticut as ‘7th Happiest State in America’ 2024

Are people actually happier if they move to a warmer, seaside climate? Are New Jersey residents a little more patient than Virginians? WalletHub.com wanted to find out

The End Has Truly Begun at Torrington’s Doomed Stop & Shop

I asked the front-end managers how much longer the store had left. "Halloween, October 31, that's the plan". I don't know if this store will make it until then, frankly I'd be shocked.

Bridgeport Named as One of the ‘Worst Places to Retire 2024′

As time marches on, I realize that I might not be able to afford staying here in Connecticut when my time is up. In my case, the cost of living and taxes we endure are just unsustainable

UConn Director of Athletics Confirms Big 12’s Courtship ‘Pause’

UConn has proven that they can compete with any team in D1 men's and women's college basketball, softball, baseball, and hockey, but football? There's the rub.