Independent Party of Danbury Cross-Endorses Emile Buzaid for Mayor

Independent Party of Danbury Cross-Endorses Emile Buzaid for Mayor

Danbury Equips School Buses With Stop-Arm Cameras To Deter Illegal Passing

Danbury is adding stop-arm cameras to all school buses to curb illegal passing and improve student safety.

Danbury's Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal

New employment data numbers have just dropped for PATCHTOWN via the Connecticut Department of Labor.

Democrats Respond To ICE Enforcement In Danbury

Democrats at the State and City levels have issued statements on the ICE enforcement at the Danbury Courthouse last week

Is Your Neighborhood On The List? Mayor Alves Releases 5-Year Danbury Paving Plan

Danbury Mayor Alves unveils a 5-year paving plan to upgrade 15 miles of roads annually with funding from bonds and state grants.

Setting the Record Straight on the Margerie Reservoir Trail

"The Margerie Reservoir Trail is not only about recreation…"

Danbury Council Confirms Attorney Appointment, Reviews Leases, Approves Grants

Danbury council confirms assistant corporation counsel, accepts grants, and sends lease renewals to committee

Danbury Councilman Commissioned As First Lieutenant In U.S. Army Reserve JAG Corps

Danbury Councilman Joseph Britton, 29, sworn in as First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Reserve JAG Corps on July 30.

A Friendly Reminder to Pay a Not-So-Friendly Tax Bill: Buzaid Blasts Latest Hike

"Homeowners will feel the property tax rate rise from 24.44 to 24.99 mills to cover a $17,250,000 increase in the city budget…"

Alves Update: 'Danbury’s 2025/2026 Budget: A Blueprint For Progress'

"Now that the new fiscal year is underway and the budget has taken effect, the results are already evident across our city…"

Danbury Republicans Endorse Emile Buzaid for Mayor, Present Full Slate of Candidates for 2025 Election

Danbury Republicans unanimously endorse Emile Buzaid for mayor and present a full slate of candidates for all local offices in the 2025 race

Danbury Officials Confirm Safety Upgrades Behind Stew Leonard’s Hoedown Tent Changes

Danbury works with Stew Leonard’s to address fire safety violations, prompting temporary Hoedown Tent changes amid ongoing upgrades.

Friends of Tarrywile Park In Danbury Scores State Grant To Build Garden, Improve Greenspaces

New amenities will include additional seating, a public art installation, fencing, bioswales, and rain barrels.

State Rep. Farley Santos: 'Connecticut And Danbury Moved Forward. But There’s More To Do'

State Rep. Farley Santos (D-109) recaps the 2024-25 Legislative Session in Hartford, and where it left Danbury…

Danbury RTC Calls On Alves To Condemn Union-Linked Vandalism And Clarify Position On Strike Benefit Proposal

"Video evidence shows a vehicle belonging to the Yankee Institute being struck by rocks and vandalized…"

Protesters Rally In Danbury After Reports Of ICE Detentions Near Courthouse

Danbury residents protest ICE detentions near courthouse; mayor says city not notified in advance of federal activity.

Michelle Coelho Urges Governor Lamont To Veto HB5002

“A Dangerous Blow to Local Control and Affordability in the 24th District”

Two Danbury Sites Selected For State Redevelopment Grants—Here’s What That Means

Danbury awarded state funds for redevelopment assessments at two key sites as part of a larger brownfield effort.

Danbury Republican Leaders Condemn HB 5002 and Mayor Alves’s Deafening Silence

"The Danbury Republican Town Committee is strongly opposing House Bill 5002, a controversial housing law…"

Danbury Secures $7 Million In State Funds For King Street Primary School Upgrades

King Street Primary School in Danbury to undergo $7 million in state-funded renovations and safety improvements.

Danbury To Receive Big Boost In Connecticut State Budget

Connecticut lawmakers secure $47.3 million in increased aid for Danbury in new state budget, supporting schools, roads, and local services.

Danbury Earns Prestigious Ranking On Best Places To Live In U.S. List

The authors of the new report detail why they feel Danbury is one of the best places to live in the U.S.

Danbury Budget Approved: Big Changes For Police, Fire And Schools

The tax rate will rise as part of the approved budget, local officials said.

Danbury Nets $44K From Nickel-Per-Nip Program To Support Cleanup

Danbury earned over $44,000 from nip bottle sales to fund local environmental efforts under Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program.

Alves' $203K Fundraising Record: Support Stronger Than Ever

Mayor Roberto L. Alves announced today that his re-election campaign has raised $203,700 to date.

Danbury To Begin Flushing Hydrants: What's That Mean?

The City of Danbury Water Departm​ent's hydrant flushing will last approximately 9 weeks.

Danbury Breaks Ground On New Fire Training School To Boost Safety

The facility, which replaces a 40-year-old structure deemed structurally unsafe, will feature advanced training environments.

Danbury Councilman Emile Buzaid Announces Mayoral Run

Republican Councilman Emile Buzaid launches bid to challenge Democratic Mayor Roberto Alves in Danbury's 2025 election.

Danbury Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Scheduled For 2025

The Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority has announced its schedule for the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste drop-off events.

Danbury Recommended for $5 Million Grant For Downtown Revitalization

The project, currently in its second phase, aims to improve pedestrian access, safety, and infrastructure in the downtown area.

Danbury Secures Favorable Bond Sale As Financial Stability Strengthens

Danbury Secures Favorable Bond Sale as Financial Stability Strengthens

Danbury Ramps Up Traffic Enforcement by 50%, Traffic Accidents Down

Traffic deaths in Danbury have declined 8% from 2023 to 2024, according to a new report.

Danbury Agencies Tap Opioid Money 'For The Immediate Good': Alves

The money is the first taste of the approximately $308,000 the city has received from nationwide opioid litigation settlements.

IAFF Local 801 Endorses Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves For Re-Election

"Local 801’s endorsement of Mayor Alves is another example of our union supporting a public official who supports firefighters…"

Danbury Awards $170K In Opioid Settlement Money

The city has awarded $170,000 in opioid settlement funds to 12 local agencies, Mayor Roberto Alves announced.

Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame To Induct Former Danbury Cop

Gov. Lamont Announced 14 honorees were selected for induction into the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame, including a Southbury man.

Alves Announces Reelection Campaign, Over $78,000 In Early Funding

Danbury Mayor Alves announced his reelection campaign on Thursday, reporting a fundraising total of $78,787 in the six weeks since filing.

Gucker Sworn In For 2nd Stint, 3rd Term, as Danbury Rep In Hartford

Democratic State Representative Kenneth Gucker was sworn in for his second stint as state representative for the 138th House district.

2024 Year-End Newsletter From Danbury Mayor Roberto L. Alves

"As we close out 2024, it’s a time to reflect on how far we’ve come and the progress we’ve made together…"

Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan Named Regional Energy Policy Liaison

Speaker of the House Matt Ritter has appointed Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan (D-Bethel, Danbury) as House Regional Energy Policy Liaison.