Get important news about your town as it happens Get the top stories from across our network Are you sure you want to unsubscribe from daily updates A 52-year-old Connecticut man is accused of beating his 12-year-old son to death with a baseball bat—and threatening to kill his teenage daughter next was charged with murder with special circumstances and attempted murder following the Thursday Officers responded to a home on Hemlock Rock Road around 4 p.m. where they found the body of 12-year-old Anthony P Esposito was arrested shortly after during a nearby traffic stop In court Friday, prosecutors said Esposito admitted to killing his son for being disrespectful and said he “would do the same” to his 16-year-old daughter if he could find her, according to NBC Connecticut. Authorities said Esposito had earlier pushed the girl down a flight of stairs His public defender said Esposito has a history of mental illness and was previously hospitalized Branford school officials said mental health teams were made available Friday to support grieving students and staff "Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim’s family and all those impacted in our community," the Branford Police Department said A GoFundMe has been launched to help lay 12-year-old Anthony P The boy was tragically beaten to death with a baseball bat says: “It is with broken hearts that we share the sudden and tragic passing of my sweet and loving nephew a bright and loving 12-year-old boy who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.” The boy’s father, Anthony Andrew Esposito Jr., 52, was charged with murder with special circumstances and attempted murder, Branford Police said. He is being held on $3 million bond, as previously reported by Daily Voice. In court Friday, prosecutors said Esposito admitted to killing his son for being disrespectful and said he “would do the same” to his 16-year-old daughter if he could find her, according to NBC Connecticut. and his absence leaves an unimaginable void.” She added the funds from the campaign will also go toward a memorial fund in Anthony Jr.'s name "ensuring his spirit lives on through something meaningful." will help ease this burden and allow Anthony’s loved ones to grieve without the added weight of financial worry,” Bast said please consider sharing this page to help us reach more hearts.” Click here to donate. The boy’s father, Anthony Andrew Esposito Jr., 52, was charged with murder with special circumstances and attempted murder, Branford Police said. He is being held on $3 million bond, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInBRANFORD CT (WFSB) - A man was arrested and charged with murdering his son in Branford on Thursday afternoon Branford police identified the suspect as 52-year-old Anthony A Esposito was arrested and charged with murder with special circumstances and criminal attempt to commit murder Police said that it happened in the area of 100 Hemlock Rd The state’s attorney said he beat his 12-year-old son Anthony P Esposito attempted to kill another family member The state’s attorney said that victim was his 16-year-old daughter who he pushed down the stairs to where her brother’s body was located His daughter escaped their condo on Hemlock Road Esposito supposedly told police that if they had not arrived and he could have found the baseball bat “He also pushed his 16-year-old daughter down the stairs and admitted to police if he were able to get ahold of that baseball bat he would’ve killed her too,” the prosecutor said He was taken into custody on Route 79 following a car stop with the assistance of the Connecticut State Police He said his son disrespected him and he was hearing voices in his head telling him to get the baseball bat “Parents are supposed to protect and nurture their children Esposito brutally beat his son with a baseball bat telling police his son was disrespectful,” the prosecutor said he told investigators his son frequently stuck his middle finger up in his face He added that he hears voices in his head of his mother and father who he claims physically abused him as a child He also told police that his mother recently committed suicide and that he has a history of mental health issues His lawyer said Esposito has been in and out of psychiatric facilities and recently had not been taking his medication “He has had mental health issues since the first grade Multiple psychiatric hospitalizations while in childhood His mother recently committed suicide and he does indicate physical abuse growing up,” his public defender said Mental health experts detailed how this may have contributed to the incident we might see instances when the person may blow up.. It seems like everything came up all at once and with the passing of the mom to suicide we can only imagine that may have exacerbated the individual’s mental health,” said Fred Dombrowski Esposito’s attorney wanted his bond lowered from $3 million to $1 million If he is able to pay it he cannot have any contact with his daughter and has to stay at least 100 yards away from her it blows you away,” said Paul Mancini of Branford Mancini said word of the crime spread quickly through his condo complex “I said ‘this place of all places?’” he said Police said they were working closely with Branford Public Schools to make sure that grief counselors and support resources were available for students and staff on Friday Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim’s family We thank the community for their compassion and patience as this investigation continues We thank our law enforcement partners for their swift and thorough response Christopher Tranberg released a statement after the tragic death It is with profound sadness that I write to you this afternoon regarding the untimely and tragic loss of Anthony Esposito a sixth grade student at Walsh Intermediate School This heartbreaking news has deeply affected our entire school community and there are simply no words that can truly express the sorrow we all feel we extend our deepest condolences to the family and all those impacted by this unimaginable tragedy Our hearts are with them during this incredibly difficult time it is not uncommon for children and adults to experience a wide range of emotions These feelings may be prompted by memories of personal loss We encourage families to create space for open and providing comfort can make a meaningful difference Our District is mobilizing resources to support our students counseling support will be available tomorrow Additional information about specific actions taken at Walsh will be shared by Principal Reynolds with the Walsh Community On call services through the Branford Counseling Center are also available should there be needs in the community over the weekend The counseling center can be reached at 203-481-4248 If your child needs support or you have questions please do not hesitate to contact your building administrator we have compiled resources to help families navigate these conversations and emotions at home You can access documents from the National Institute of Health or the National Association of School Psychologists through the links provided we will continue to care for one another and honor the memory of Anthony Anyone with information was asked to contact the Branford Police Department at 203-481-4241 Police have arrested a man in connection with a killing in Branford on Thursday Authorities have released little information other than police were called to 100 Hemlock Road around 4 p.m Detectives were still processing evidence as of press time Police have asked drivers to avoid the area for the time being Investigators ask anyone with information to contact the Branford Police Department at 203-481-4241 The Connecticut man told police he heard voices telling him not to let his son "get away with" disrespectful behavior Charlotte Phillipp is a Weekend Writer-Reporter at PEOPLE and was previously an entertainment reporter at The Messenger 2025 at 11:13 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)Branford police logs was charged with failing to register/sexual violence was charged with first-degree criminal trespass was charged with simple trespass and interfering with an officer/resisting arrest was charged with negligent homicide with a motor vehicle was charged with evading responsibility with injury/property damage All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. 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Legendary saxophonist Branford Marsalis and his acclaimed ensemble, which together make up the Branford Marsalis Quartet, will perform in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union on May 1 at 7:30 p.m in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union as part of the Quartet’s Belonging Tour and will close out the Wisconsin Union Theater’s (WUT’s) 2024-2025 Jazz Series.  known for its dynamic interplay and expressive artistry and songs from its brand-new Blue Note Records album “Belonging.” “Belonging” is a full album interpretation of Keith Jarrett’s 1974 ECM album of the same name which introduced the pianist’s European Quartet Three-time Grammy winner Marsalis has spent decades shaping jazz His career has included performing with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers the Branford Marsalis Quartet is one of the most enduring ensembles today The current lineup includes pianist Joey Calderazzo “Branford calls this quartet ‘a chamber group rather than a jazz group,’ pointing to its focus on interpretations of historic masterpieces rather than the common contemporary expectation that jazz musicians are improvising and creating something completely new in the moment,” WUT Director Elizabeth Snodgrass said “I also like to think it speaks to his lesser recognized but equally talented identity as a classical musician making it a fitting choice for Branford’s new Blue Note album and tour.” Tickets can be purchased online in person at the Memorial Union Box Office The performance will be preceded by a free studio class that is open for students to attend on May 1 at 1:30 p.m in the Play Circle Theater at Memorial Union The free studio class offers an opportunity for students to experience the Branford Marsalis Quartet in an intimate performance setting as the Quartet mentors student artists.  Patrons can join the WUT email list for the most up-to-date information and upcoming WUT season announcements at explore.wisc.edu/WUTheater.  The Wisconsin Union is a membership organization Join the ranks of over 110,000 alumni and friends who call the Union home one of the world’s most preeminent saxophonists is now being recognized as a musician whose talent knows no boundaries A peerless instrumentalist and bandleader in the jazz world recent years have found him performing as a classical soloist with symphony orchestras composing scores for major motion pictures and Broadway shows composing a symphony for a full classical orchestra and providing artistic leadership at the Ellis Marsalis Center for Music in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans Along the way his work has garnered Grammy Awards a Drama Desk Award and a citation by the National Endowment for the Arts as Jazz Master the 1974 album that introduced pianist Keith Jarrett’s European Quartet of saxophonist Jan Garbarek Marsalis admits that he was into other music when Belonging was released in 1974 “I didn’t know Belonging existed.” That changed once he shifted his focus to jazz although he was only familiar with Jarrett’s solo piano music until pianist Kenny Kirkland introduced him to the Jarrett Quartet “We were sitting on a plane sometime in the eighties and Kenny put his headphones on my ears and played [Jarrett’s 1979 album] My Song When he tried to take the headphones back after five minutes I slapped his hand away; and when we got to the next city I went out and bought every recording by that band.” A similar discovery occurred when Marsalis decided to include “The Windup” from Belonging on his band’s most recent album 2019’s The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul “We were all listening to “The Windup” for the last record and Revis said that we should just record Belonging the whole album is so great and we could do things with it The quartet applied Marsalis’ previous approach to classics by Charles Mingus and others – neither slavish fealty to the originals nor extreme deconstructions “On the composition ‘Belonging,’ I clearly played things that Jan played on the record,” Marsalis points out “I didn’t try to reject the idea when it occurred but at no point did we plan to consciously pay tribute and the most impressive thing about Belonging for me is how it all fits together.” which convened for the first time when it recorded Belonging and would only later become one of the signature groups of the 1970s the Marsalis Quartet can call upon a rare history as a band and their ability to hear and react to each other is unparalleled Of equal importance to Marsalis is the lessons time has imparted “The biggest benefit we have is 50 years of information that Keith’s band didn’t have and our ability to process that shared experience when we were about to record ‘Long as You Know You’re Living Yours,’ Justin asked me what our approach would be we bring it more in the spirit of Donny Hathaway Live.” The knack for respecting sources while producing performances that are completely personal is a hallmark of Marsalis and his band’s approach to all of the music they play “Learning music is like learning languages in school,” he offers “Learning in school can just be an academic exercise which you realize when you go abroad and can’t speak the language I tell students that the delivery mechanism in music is the simplest system in the world: There are only 12 notes Miles Davis at any given point in his career was using the same system as Beethoven Belonging is loaded with inspired performances from Calderazzo’s opening piano improvisation on “Spiral Dance” through the title track featuring soprano saxophone to the collective rise and fall of the closing “Solstice.” There is also one more “Windup,” this time with vocal punctuation “We were going to do the whole album and had to include ‘The Windup’ again so we said ‘one take and that’s it.’  When I quoted the traditional New Orleans parade song ‘The Second Line’ the band shouted ‘yeah,’ which is the proper response.” Marsalis notes that “The whole purpose of this group is to be more like a chamber group than a jazz group,” and in the process he has taken listeners along without compromising his approach “All that any audience for any music wants is a great melody and a great accompanying beat” he explains “It doesn’t really matter where our journey goes While such recent efforts as his score for the Bayard Rustin biopic his work on the film adaptation of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and the Broadway musical A Wonderful World: A Louis Armstrong Musical have drawn growing attention the Branford Marsalis Quartet remains the saxophonist’s priority Everybody in the band shares a musical ideology and when you have that you have the potential to develop But to really develop you also have to play a lot Everybody in the band is on board with the idea that we are actually trying to improvise and not show off what we practiced last week but when we do we can’t wait to start hitting again.” The addition of the Branford Marsalis Quartet to the Blue Note roster could not be more fitting A significant part of the label’s preeminence has been built on classic recordings featuring tenor saxophone bass and drums by the likes of Sonny Rollins Bureau of Aquaculture (DoAg) acquired 900 acres of Town Shellfish Franchise grounds in 2014 which created a unique opportunity to grow the shellfish industry Underwater lands of Long Island Sound are held in Public Trust by the State of Connecticut however shellfishing rights were legislated to the Town through the 1855 Act “regulating and protecting the planting of Oysters.” The Town Shellfish Commission designated those shellfish rights to individual applicants those rights continued in perpetuity and could be transferred The Department purchased those rights with the intent to foster the development of new commercial aquaculture enterprises in this incubator area public awareness of and support for local and sustainable aquaculture The total area available in the Branford Sustainable Aquaculture Initiative is shown below: The Branford Sustainable Aquaculture Initiative will create local economic and environmental benefits via: Multiple types of aquaculture are occurring Hatchery clam seed is being planted on the bottom and covered with predator netting on three parcels Oysters are grown on the bottom and in cages on six parcels Two individuals are inactive or awaiting gear permits from other permitting agencies The leased areas are shown with cross hatching on the map below: 2025 at 11:01 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)Branford police logs was charged with criminal violation of a restraining order and three counts of second-degree harassment was charged with interfering with an officer/resisting arrest was charged with first-degree malicious wounding/killing an animal 2025 at 11:50 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)Branford police logs was charged with first-degree criminal trespass and second-degree violation of a conditional release was charged with creating a public disturbance was charged with criminal attempt/fifth-degree larceny and possession of a controlled substance was charged with first-degree failure to appear and second-degree failure to appear was charged with first-degree criminal trespass and violation of a standing criminal protective order and violation of a standing criminal protective order was charged with second-degree breach of peace second-degree violation of a conditional release was charged with possession of a controlled substance The Branford Marsalis Quartet has been a cornerstone of the jazz world for nearly four decades Known for uncompromising interpretations of both original compositions and jazz classics the quartet has garnered critical acclaim and numerous accolades including six Grammy nominations and one Grammy win Its dynamic performances and innovative approach have solidified its reputation as one of the premier jazz ensembles of our time the quartet will grace the stage at Shannon Hall in Madison offering audiences a chance to experience the ensemble’s exceptional artistry firsthand Get to know each of the four impressive quartet members ahead of the performance.  an NEA Jazz Master and Grammy Award winner is celebrated for his versatility and unwavering creative integrity Equally at home performing concertos with symphony orchestras and exploring the depths of jazz Marsalis's musical universe centers on the quartet he formed in 1986 His leadership has been pivotal in guiding the ensemble's evolution and maintaining its status as a leading force in jazz his first instrument was actually the clarinet You may also be familiar with some of his siblings who are esteemed musicians including Wynton Marsalis who performed in Madison on January 29 Philadelphia native Justin Faulkner joined the Branford Marsalis Quartet on his 18th birthday in 2009 bringing his cultivated sound to audiences worldwide Faulkner's early training included studying classical percussion and jazz drums leading to performances with luminaries such as Kenny Barron His dynamic drumming style adds a compelling energy to the quartet's performances recognized as one of the finest pianists of his generation has been a vital member of the Branford Marsalis Quartet since the late 1990s With an esteemed career that includes collaborations with legends like Michael Brecker and Jack DeJohnette Calderazzo brings a rich harmonic palette and lyrical sensibility to the ensemble His evolution as a musician reflects a deep exploration of jazz piano's history resulting in a distinctive and expressive style Grammy Award-winning bassist and composer Eric Revis has anchored the quartet's rhythm section since 1997 Revis has performed with numerous notable artists His contributions as both a performer and composer have been instrumental in shaping the quartet's innovative soundscapes He is credited with composing “Dance of the Evil Toys” and “Nilaste” on the 2019 album “The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul,” via OKeh Records Experience the Branford Marsalis Quartet Live in Madison Don't miss the opportunity to witness the Branford Marsalis Quartet's unparalleled musicianship live at Shannon Hall on May 1. Tickets are available now, offering a chance to experience the synergy and mastery of these four exceptional artists. Get your tickets. Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker By: 8:00 am on April 26 New renderings have been revealed for 48-54 Branford Place, a 32-story residential tower in Newark Designed by the Derosa Group for Branford Studios LLC the 347-foot-tall structure will yield 441 units and ground-floor retail space The Newark Landmarks Commission recently approved the development plan for the nearly half-acre L-shaped property which is located between Washington and Halsey Streets The aerial rendering in the main photo is oriented looking southwest and depicts the building beginning with a multi-story podium topped by a covered terrace with columns lining its perimeter the tower rises uniformly with no setbacks up to a flat parapet The façade will be composed of a grid of narrow floor-to-ceiling windows surrounded by white paneling and numerous black balconies are shown spread at irregular intervals across all six faces of the tower A roof deck and short bulkhead cap the structure The following renderings preview the development from additional perspectives showcasing its prominence over the predominantly low-rise neighborhood The below rendering offers a closer view of the retail frontage and podium levels which will all feature double-height windows Floors two through five will house the building’s parking garage The entrance for the parking facility is shown at the northern end of the base The final rendering focuses on the tower’s array of balconies that wrap around the corners of every level and protrude in a staggered pattern from its broad face The property is currently occupied by a two-story parking garage as seen in the below Google Street View image The surrounding structures are planned to be preserved Homes in the new tower will occupy levels seven through 32 A portion of the cellar level will be used for retail space The development is a 15-minute walk from Newark Penn Station The site is also within walking distance of Prudential Center A construction timeline for 48-54 Branford Place has yet to be announced Subscribe to YIMBY’s daily e-mail Follow YIMBYgram for real-time photo updates Like YIMBY on Facebook Follow YIMBY’s Twitter for the latest in YIMBYnews It’s a good infill tower for expanding Newark That other new glass tower with slices cut out would make a good Yimby article The other glass tower appears to be the Halo tower which was written up in YIMBY when it topped out on February of 2024 have the developers aver walked around the area for a few hours and seen what the current environment is that they are planning to erect their structure in I would probably live there for $800 month but There would be NO way I’d let my daughter or wife live anywhere within 40 minutes of this area I hope it gets built and they make Newark great again but it needs to start with more than just glass skyscrapers so great that there are all these new developments springing up Newark and the area aren’t that nice but there definitely are areas that are 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© COPYRIGHT New York YIMBY® LLC YIMBY IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF NIKOLAI FEDAK / NEW YORK YIMBY LLC (Blue Note)The American sax star follows in the footsteps of Jan Garbarek on a modern-day reprise full of verve Saxophonist extraordinaire Branford Marsalis claims his garlanded quartet is “a chamber group rather a jazz group” by which he presumably means they are not thirsting for innovation but happy to celebrate and interpret tradition a reprise of Keith Jarrett’s groundbreaking 1974 album that is also Marsalis’s debut for the Blue Note label skilfully resurrected by Don Was later discovering the record through Kenny Kirkland rescuing him from electric-era Miles for the organic sound of Jarrett’s European Quartet where Norwegian sax player Jan Garbarek starred most strikingly on As Long As You Know You’re Living Yours funk-influenced number that Donald Fagen eventually admitted he’d pinched for Steely Dan’s Gaucho Listen to Spiral Dance by the Branford Marsalis Quartet.This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media 2025 at 11:22 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)Branford police logs violation of a protective order and second-degree threatening/physical threat was charged with first-degree criminal trespass and disorderly conduct was charged with second-degree failure to appear was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs was charged with second-degree harassment and violation of a protective order 2025 at 11:56 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)Branford police logs was charged with second-degree threatening/physical threat and disorderly conduct conspiracy to commit third-degree burglary conspiracy to commit third-degree criminal mischief CT) - A Branford woman has been arrested and charged with financial exploitation of a Medicaid recipient’s trust account was arrested today by Inspectors from the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in the Office of the Chief State’s Attorney and charged with Larceny in the First Degree in violation of Connecticut General Statutes § 53a-122(a)(2)  According to the arrest warrant affidavit Rose was the trustee of a disabled Medicaid recipient’s trust account The trust was designed to provide support and care for the Medicaid recipient Records reveal that Rose made numerous purchases and withdrawals from the trust account that were not on behalf of the Medicaid recipient and used the monies for trips and purchases for her own interests The money profited by her in the amount of $61,016.41 constitutes the crime of Larceny in the First Degree which is classified as a B Felony and punishable by up to 20 years in prison She was released on a $75,000.00 non-surety bond and is scheduled to appear in Milford Superior Court The charges are merely accusations and she is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty The case was investigated and will be prosecuted by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit The Unit is grateful for the assistance of the state Department of Developmental Services and the Milford Police Department The Connecticut Medicaid Fraud Control Unit receives 75 percent of its funding from the U.S Department of Health and Human Services under a grant award totaling $2,362,872.00 for the fiscal year of October 1 totaling $787,620.00 for the same fiscal year is funded by the State of Connecticut Anyone with knowledge of suspected fraud or abuse in the public healthcare system is asked to contact the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit at the Office of the Chief State’s Attorney at (860) 258-5986.  © 2025 CT.gov - Connecticut's Official State Website 2025 at 10:24 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)Branford police logs was charged with operation of a drug factory possession with intent to sell narcotic substance and possession of controlled substance was charged with violation of a protective order first-degree failure to appear and three counts of second-degree failure to appear was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and simple trespass was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and following too closely with accident was charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct of Branford was charged with second-degree breach of peace was charged with cruelty to animal and third-degree larceny was charged with criminal attempt/fifth-degree larceny second-degree failure to appear and violation of probation 2025 at 12:27 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Late Sunday night the North Branford Fire Department's Company 1 Units were called to a structure fire at 280 Branford Road the call originated as a commercial automatic fire alarm in an adjacent unit Smoke Spot Smoke Shop (North Branford Fire Department Co the North Branford Fire Department's Company 1 Units were called to a structure fire at 280 Branford Road According to the fire department The first arriving units saw "visible fire from the roof of Great Wall Chinese Restaurant," located in the plaza the North Branford Dispatch Center upgraded the assignment to a structure fire adding Companies 2 and 3 to the assignment Firefighters said that hen Engine 1 arrived, it went to the rear of the property, deployed a ground ladder and sent crew to the roof of Great Wall Chinese. Soon the "visible fire was knocked down" with a hand line stretched through the rear of the building The fire was contained to the ventilation and the ceilings of the fire unit and the unit directly adjacent to it and by 10:23 p.m. The cause is currently under investigation by the Fire Marshall's office Firefighters thanked the East Haven and Walligford fire departments for providing station coverage during the incident The North Branford Police Department notedthat firefighters "knocked the fire down swiftly "Great job by North Branford Fire Department," police said "Thankful for all the personnel responding to the scene tonight." Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. although he was only familiar with Jarrett’s solo piano music until pianist Kenny Kirkland introduced him to Jarrett’s European Quartet with saxophonist Jan Garbarek A similar discovery occurred when Marsalis decided to include “The Windup” from Belonging on his band’s previous album “We were all listening to ‘The Windup’ for the last record and our ability to process that shared experience.” The quartet will be touring extensively across North America and Europe over the coming months. Visit branfordmarsalis.com for tour information and stay tuned for additional concerts to be announced shortly