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Danbury smoke shope workers arrested

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:11:05 -0500

Three Danbury smoke shop employees were arrested Friday after police say they sold unlicensed marijuana to an undercover federal agent and tobacco vapes to a minor. Investigators also reported finding more than 52 pounds of illegal THC products across the 3 stores.

White supremacists rally outside Danbury PD

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:11:05 -0500

Danbury leaders are condemning a white supremacist rally against allowing legal permanent residents and DACA recipients to become police officers. Mayor Roberto Alves says white supremacy is not welcome in the city. A spokesperson says police learned about Saturday’s protest outside their headquarters only after it ended.

Amphenol factory catches fire

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:11:05 -0500

About 50 firefighters battled a 2-alarm blaze at the former Amphenol factory on East Franklin Street in Danbury early Monday. The fire was reported around 12:20 a.m. and brought under control by 2:40. Nobody was injured, and the fire marshal’s office is investigating.

Gas prices still well above a year ago

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:17:03 -0500

Fuel prices in Connecticut are starting the week averaging $4.40 a gallon for regular unleaded, down 4 cents from the previous week, but still $1.33 ahead of a year ago. According to Gas Buddy, prices locally are averaging $4.49. Diesel statewide is averaging $6.47 a gallon.

Comment sought on daycares ahead of feds deadline

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:17:03 -0500

Connecticut officials and child care providers are urging residents to comment on proposed federal changes to Head Start before Tuesday’s deadline. The Trump administration says reducing federal requirements would save billions and expand enrollment, while critics warn the changes could weaken standards for early childhood programs.

Data center proposed for old Union Carbide HQ

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:17:02 -0500

A developer under contract to buy Danbury’s Summit complex wants to add a data center and power the former Union Carbide headquarters with fuel cells. Dan Bertram also proposes better pedestrian connections to nearby neighborhoods. Mayor Roberto Alves says any proposal needs careful consideration of its impact on residents.

Conn economy growth among US best in Q2

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:17:02 -0500

Connecticut’s economy grew at one of the fastest rates in the country during the second quarter, with manufacturing leading the way. The state’s economy expanded at a 3% annual rate, although manufacturers say labor shortages, rising costs and tariffs remain significant challenges.

DNA test for Danbury mom charged with murder

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:17:02 -0500

A Danbury woman charged with murder in the 2018 death of her newborn son provided a DNA sample Thursday as investigators continue examining the case. 28-year-old Dominique Harrison remains jailed on 2-and-a-half-million dollars bond and is due back in court November 16.

Plate reader cam locations becoming public

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 23:17:01 -0500

Some Connecticut police departments are beginning to publicly disclose where automated license plate readers are located amid growing privacy concerns. More than 1,500 fixed cameras are used statewide. New recommendations encourage departments to explain where and why cameras are installed, although the guidelines are not mandatory.

Danbury Man Charged in Alleged Home Renovation Scheme

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:56:36 -0500

49 year old Trevor Bridle of Danbury faces first-degree larceny and conspiracy charges involving an elderly Monroe homeowner. Investigators say Bridle and his associates collected more than one-point-one million dollars from her between December 2023 and April of this year for supposed home improvements. They allege more than 900 thousand dollars was billed for renovations, but only minor cosmetic repairs were completed. Bridle is scheduled to appear in court October 15.