What changed, when it changed, and who says so.

Linked reporting

August 12, 2026

As of August 12, lawsuit remained in the evidence phase

Norwich Bulletin reporting says an August 7 remote status conference completed procedural steps involving exhibits and that further or final testimony was being scheduled. No major substantive ruling was reported. A later indexed docket entry was not accessible for independent review.

Primary record

August 3, 2026

Council adopts $565,000 budget transfer

The adopted transfer includes $535,000 associated with NFD and $30,000 for law. The City’s explanation cites temporary Yantic coverage as well as higher utilities and fuel; it is not accurate to label the entire amount a single closure cost.

Disputed negotiation

July 13, 2026

Yantic disputes City account of reopening offer

The City said a signed agreement could restore service quickly and offered operational and financial terms. Yantic said it had not received a finished written agreement matching the public announcement.

Court development

June 5, 2026

Judge grants City access to Taftville station and apparatus

The immediate order addressed City-owned property and required the company to vacate absent authorization. It was not a final merits decision resolving the broader Charter claims.

Court filing

February 19, 2026

Four volunteer companies file suit

Yantic, Taftville, Occum, and Laurel Hill sued the City and two officials. Their complaint makes allegations and asks for declaratory and injunctive relief; it is not itself a court finding.

Breaking development

February 10, 2026

City removes Yantic from dispatch

The City cited safety and coordination concerns and assigned career coverage. Yantic disputed the action, its evidentiary basis, and the City’s authority.