Mayor Roberto Alves and the City of Danbury announce the much-anticipated return of Clean City Danbury Day. This community-wide event is set to kick off tomorrow from 8 am to noon. Danbury residents and property owners can take advantage of this fantastic opportunity for free disposal of unwanted items at multiple convenient locations across the city, including Danbury City Hall; the Public Works Facility; Danbury PAL; Rogers Park; and the WCSU Westside Campus. Proof of Danbury residency is a must. While they will take almost everything off your hands, there are some prohibited items, and they include tires, yard debris, electronics, hazardous waste, and construction Debris. Also, no commercial Trucks are allowed, but U-Hauls or rental vehicles are good to go.

In the midst of ongoing closures on Interstate 95 due to a fiery accident in Norwalk, Danbury authorities faced another harrowing incident on Interstate 84. Responding to a serious crash near exit 2 westbound, emergency crews found an SUV that had collided with a tractor-trailer. With two occupants trapped inside, firefighters heroically executed a rescue operation. Despite their efforts, serious injuries were reported, and several people were rushed to the hospital. No other details have yet been released.

A MASSIVE TANKER FIRE TOOK PLACE AT A BRIDGE ON INTERSTATE 95 NEAR NORWALK. GOVERNOR NED LAMONT SAYS THE BRIDGE WILL HAVE TO BE TORN DOWN DUE TO DAMAGE FROM THE FLAMES, WITH DEMOLITION SET TO TAKE PLACE BEGINNING THIS MORNING. GOVERNOR LAMONT SAYS HE’S HOPEFUL THE BRIDGE WILL BE REOPENED SOON…

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AN UPDATE ON A MASSIVE TANKER FIRE THAT TOOK PLACE AT A BRIDGE ON INTERSTATE 95 NEAR NORWALK. GOVERNOR NED LAMONT SAYS THE BRIDGE WILL HAVE TO BE TORN DOWN DUE TO DAMAGE FROM THE FLAMES, AND DEMOLITION TEAMS ARE ALREADY AT WORK…

THE GOVERNOR SAYS HE HOPES TO REOPEN THE BRIDGE AS EARLY AS MONDAY MORNING. THERE WERE NO SERIOUS INJURIES.

As May unfolds, Connecticut braces for the emergence of spotted lanternflies, notorious for wreaking havoc on crops and landscapes. Despite efforts to contain them, these pests persist, prompting an extension of the quarantine order until year-end. Residents are urged to take action: scrape and squash egg masses, and consider removing tree of heaven, a favored haunt of the intruders. While they pose no direct threat to humans, vineyards face substantial risk, making eradication efforts crucial. People are also asked to report sightings promptly.

The Connecticut Senate passed a bill allowing towns and cities to keep fines from motorists passing school buses, aiming to boost safety for students. The move follows concerns over 10,000 incidents in one city alone. With increased fines and camera technology, the bill awaits approval in the House.

Danbury’s much-loved “Downtown Chowdown” food truck event is back this spring, offering a delectable array of culinary delights for folks to enjoy. Hosted by CityCenter Danbury in collaboration with the city, the event will run from today to June 27, every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the CityCenter Green. With an enticing lineup of food trucks including Cousins Lobster, Dish It Right Here, Twins BBQ, and more, attendees can savor diverse cuisines while soaking in great live music and community vibes.

Danbury City Council has adjusted stipulations for Halas Farm owner, former city council member Michael Halas, who is accused of illegal dumping. The requirement for a chain link fence is now replaced by planting trees to define property lines. Halas meanwhile, denies awareness of any agreement and alleges a political attack.

Ridgefield welcomes Caitlin Walsh, a math coach from Westport, as the new assistant principal at Barlow Mountain Elementary School. Walsh, with over 20 years of experience in education, brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to the role. Her appointment signifies a commitment to fostering academic excellence and building strong community relationships.

Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves and the city are excited to announce the return of Clean City Danbury Day. It happens this Saturday morning from 8 to noon. It’s your chance to dispose of unwanted items for free! Danbury residents can drop off bulk garbage at five locations including City Hall and P.A.L. No hazardous waste or electronics, though you can drop off electronics at Oak Ridge’s Mom & Pop Center on White Street. Want to volunteer? Sign up HERE Or call Farley Santos at 203-797-4511

The Connecticut State Capitol was placed on lockdown after Hartford Police received a violent threat on Tuesday afternoon. Law enforcement swiftly responded, with armed state troopers stationed outside entrances. Despite the tense situation, legislative activities continued inside, with staff and visitors carrying on as usual. The threat, received at approximately 3:20pm yesterday, claimed the presence of a person armed with a weapon and possibly explosives on the Capitol grounds. Authorities conducted thorough searches, including deploying bomb-sniffing dogs. After ensuring the safety of the complex, normal security measures were reinstated, and operations resumed without further incident.