Downtown Danbury Revitalization Moves Forward
Downtown Danbury is seeing new investment, businesses and streetscape improvements. A new Ives Bank headquarters represents an investment of more than 20 million dollars. Upgraded sidewalks also are planned, while a dentist, veterinarian, boutique and café are among the businesses considering downtown locations.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYICE Presses Ahead With Danbury Enforcement
Federal immigration officers arrested at least 50 people in Danbury this week as ICE stepped up enforcement across Connecticut. The agency continued carrying out federal immigration law despite objections from protesters and state and local officials. ICE has not said how long the operation will continue.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYStorm Topples Trees in Danbury
Thursday evening storms toppled trees and scattered debris across Danbury. Damage was reported along Virginia Avenue, while a large tree fell across Interstate 84 eastbound. Emergency crews assessed storm-related hazards and continued cleanup efforts. Drivers are urged to avoid affected areas and use caution.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Faces Felony Gun Charge
30 year old Aaron Freeze of Danbury faces a felony firearm charge following a traffic stop in Patterson. Putnam County deputies say they recovered a loaded handgun from the passenger-side floor of his uninsured vehicle. Freeze allegedly had no pistol permit and was released with an appearance ticket.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYConnecticut Migratory Bird Hunting Seasons Starting Soon
Connecticut’s migratory bird hunting seasons begin next week. The resident Canada goose season opens September 1 north of Interstate 95 and September 15 south of the highway. Early duck season opens statewide October 10. Migratory bird hunting remains prohibited Sundays, and hunters must obtain a state conservation stamp.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYNew York Man Accused of Threatening Ridgefield Couple
47 year old Domenico Bruno of the Bronx faces 20 threatening and harassment charges. Ridgefield police say Bruno repeatedly threatened to kill a local couple and their relatives over an alleged debt. Bruno was released on 50 thousand dollars bond and is scheduled for arraignment today in Danbury.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Man Faces Felony Gun Charge
30 year old Aaron Freeze of Danbury faces a felony gun charge following a traffic stop in Patterson, New York. Putnam County deputies say they found a loaded handgun in his vehicle and Freeze did not have a pistol permit. He also received tickets for registration and license plate violations.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYWoman Charged in Death of Danbury Pedestrian
38 year old Meralis Rivera-Maldonado of Waterbury faces manslaughter, DUI and reckless driving charges in the death of 43 year old Marco Leon-Lopez of Danbury. Police say Rivera-Maldonado struck Leon-Lopez and drove more than 180 feet with him on the hood before hitting two parked cars.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYICE Steps Up Immigration Enforcement in Danbury
Federal immigration officers have arrested at least 50 people in Danbury this week while enforcing federal immigration law. While some local officials and protesters have criticized the operation, legal ICE enforcement continue across Connecticut. The agency has not disclosed how long the operation will last or provided details about those detained.
Click HERE To Read THE REST OF THE STORYDanbury Students Begin New School Year
Danbury students are back in class for the 2026-27 school year. They returned Tuesday as districts across Connecticut began reopening. This year, free breakfast will be available to every public school student through 12 million dollars in state funding. Possible cellphone restrictions are also under consideration.
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