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Good morning Danbury! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Thinking of moving to Danbury? Here's what locals really say.
  • Will Danbury's old Union Carbide campus become a high-tech hub?
  • Danbury man charged after alleged $1.1M elder fraud scheme.

Also on today's calendar: Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Extraordinary Original Art Oct 3 & 4 Open Studio & Show In Bethel and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Clouds, then sun; not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Sunday: A thick cloud cover, temps: high: 64, low: 54.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high of 69 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Pros + Cons of Moving to Danbury from People Who've Lived Here (wearedanbury.com) — Local residents share candid pros and cons of living in Danbury, from heavy traffic, rising gang concerns, and cold winters to Candlewood Lake, strong shopping options, and rich diversity. The writer highlights how Danbury uniquely offers both city-style downtown living and quieter neighborhoods, plus touches on local culture like the Free Masons' historic Main Street lodge.
   

• Fuel cells, data center part of builder's vision to buy sprawling CT office complex, 'energize' site (nhregister.com) — A developer plans to buy Danbury's massive former Union Carbide complex, add a data center, and power the site with fuel cells while improving walkability for nearby Rivington residents. City officials, including Mayor Roberto Alves, say they'll scrutinize potential quality-of-life impacts, and the project could still pivot to more apartments if the high-tech elements don't win approval.
   

• Danbury Man Accused Of Stealing More Than $1 Million From Homeowner: DCJ (patch.com) — A Danbury resident has been charged with first-degree larceny and conspiracy after state investigators say he and associates took more than $1.1 million from an elderly Monroe homeowner for largely nonexistent renovations. Authorities allege hundreds of thousands were billed for work on a modest house that showed only minor cosmetic repairs, and the suspect is being held on a $250,000 bond pending a court appearance.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • 39th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show at Historic Merwinsville Hotel —Lori Meehan Read on Patch
  • 39th Annual Autumn Arts & Fine Crafts Show at Historic Merwinsville Hotel —Lori Meehan Read on Patch
  • My husband and I .
    Are looking for a occasional babysitter for a 1 year for like date night or concert. Back in the day teenagers would do it for some money. Or anyone… (Nextdoor West Street Danbury area)
  • 🪵 Free Firewood – Free Delivery 🔥
    I have good wood available for firewood. Free delivery to your home. If you need firewood, let me know and I can bring it to you at no cost.2037886967 (Nextdoor Hayestown Candlewood)
  • Schaeffler posted a job opening for Machine Operator - Cleaning - 2nd Shift in Danbury. Apply here.
  • Arby's posted a job opening for Team Member in Danbury. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Danbury here.

🗞 Nearby News

Bethel

  • Connecticut high school boys soccer Week 3 coaches polls: Staples and Tolland still lead the way (newstimes.com)
  • Leaders call for changes to New York's sexual assault laws after Cornell case reopens (news12.com)

New Fairfield

  • New Fairfield has a new burger spot serving smash burgers and 'dirty dogs' (ctpost.com)
  • NF BOS Discuss Margerie Trail Updates (thetowntribune.com)
  • NF PBC Progresses on Bus Lot Project, Propane Fixes, and Fire Tank Leak Solution (thetowntribune.com)

Brookfield

  • Brookfield's Down the Hatch Has New Life, Former Owner Speaks Out on Sale (i95rock.com)

Ok Danbury! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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