Day: April 17, 2026

Danbury Golf Tournament To Benefit Veterans And Military Community

A major annual fundraiser in Danbury is set to return next month, supporting services for local veterans and members of the military community. The 17th annual golf tournament hosted by the Danbury War Memorial is scheduled for May 27 at Richter Park Golf Course, featuring a full day of events including lunch, a shotgun start, […]

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Officials Warn Boaters Of Cold Water Dangers Despite Warm Weather

Connecticut officials are warning boaters not to be fooled by warm spring air, as water temperatures remain dangerously cold across the state. Even with air temperatures climbing into the 70s and 80s, many bodies of water are still in the 40s and low 50s, increasing the risk of hypothermia and cold shock. Officials say water […]

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Danbury Fire Crews Respond To New York Blaze

Danbury firefighters were dispatched to assist with a large fire in South Salem, New York, where early reports indicated heavy flames and multiple people possibly trapped. Fire officials say four Danbury units were sent to the scene for what was described as a three-alarm house fire. Crews were released from the assignment after a short […]

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Connecticut Proposal Would Require Notice Before Clearing Encampments

A proposal advancing at the Connecticut Capitol would require the state to give two weeks notice before clearing homeless encampments on state property. The legislation would mandate written notices in English and Spanish detailing when removals will occur. Supporters say the added time helps connect people with services, but some lawmakers argue the 14-day window […]

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Tick Population Surging Early Across Connecticut

Health officials in Connecticut say tick activity is already hitting peak-season levels weeks earlier than expected, raising concerns about increased exposure to tick-borne illnesses. Data shows more than 150 tick submissions were reported this April, a number typically not seen until May or June. Experts say warmer temperatures and growing animal populations are contributing to […]

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Bethel Auto Business Plans Expansion Near Danbury Line

A Bethel-based performance car company is looking to expand operations with a new facility that would double its space and significantly grow its workforce. EFI Performance plans to move from its current six-thousand square foot garage to a new twelve-thousand square foot building in the Berkshire Industrial Park near the Danbury border. The project has […]

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Danbury Woman Pleads Not Guilty In Poisoning And Paternity Case

33 year old Kristen Emily Hogan has pleaded not guilty in Danbury Superior Court to multiple charges, including attempted murder, perjury, and evidence tampering. Prosecutors say Hogan is accused of poisoning a Ridgefield man last year, using a toxic substance commonly found in antifreeze, and later interfering with the investigation. She’s also charged in a […]

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Lamont Orders Review Of School Funding System In Connecticut

Governor Ned Lamont has signed an executive order launching a full review of how Connecticut funds its K through 12 public schools, calling the current system outdated and in need of reform. The move creates a new Blue-Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding and Accountability, tasked with evaluating programs like the Education Cost Sharing grant […]

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Danbury GOP Calls For Transparency Over Library Funds Dispute

The Danbury Republican Town Committee is calling for transparency ahead of a Monday meeting involving the Friends of the Danbury Library, where a proposed bylaws change could impact control of about 3 point 2 million dollars in funds. According to public meeting minutes, a dispute has emerged between the Friends group and the Danbury Library […]

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