Danbury is cracking down on house parties.  The State has clarified that under Phase 3, private house parties whether they are indoor or outdoor, are limited to 25 people.  The City has had a large number of house parties reported this past weekend. 

Mayor Mark Boughton says the police and Health Departments will be conducting enforcement action as needed. 

When it comes to Halloween, police could be in one neighborhood.  Deer Hill Avenue, a popular trick or treating location, is not open for trick or treating this year.  The neighborhood approached City officials and the Police Department and asked for assistance in discouraging trick or treating. Given the thousands of people who usually turn up, Boughton says its a smart move because there's no way for social distancing. 

Homeowners are encouraged to use a bowl or box to place candy outside - avoiding face to face contact with trick-or-treaters if they plan to participate in the traditional activity.  Handing out candy at the door is considered a high risk activity for transmission of coronavirus.  Anyone who plans to skip Halloween is urged to leave the outside light off, and ask that people respect homeowners decisions.