James Lomuscio

About the Author

James Lomuscio is an award-winning journalist and author whose work delves into the intersections of environmental challenges, community resilience, and the human cost of unchecked development. With a career spanning decades in investigative reporting, he has chronicled the struggles of small towns against overwhelming forces of change, drawing from his deep roots in Connecticut to illuminate broader American narratives. His debut book, Village of the Dammed: The Fight for Open Space and the Flooding of a Connecticut Town, captures the epic battle to preserve a historic village from a controversial reservoir project, blending meticulous research with poignant storytelling to reveal the tensions between progress and preservation. Lomuscio's writing not only informs but also inspires readers to reflect on the fragile balance of our natural and cultural landscapes.