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Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Lamont announced yesterday that Connecticut dairy farmers received $22.5 million to help offset federal cuts and rising costs. The aid will be distributed over two years pending a 24-hour legislative review and will be supplemented by future tax breaks and grants to modernize dairy operations. News 12 Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Lamont announced plans to provide $22.5M in state aid to Connecticut dairy farms—funds from the Federal Cuts Response Fund—to ease rising production costs ahead of legislative review. WTNH-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Connecticut Department of Public Health identified its first clade I mpox case in a traveler returning from western Europe, stating the case poses no public risk. Health officials urge at-risk community members to complete the JYNNEOS vaccine series as summer travel & gatherings approach. WTNH-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local garden centers offer native, single-flowered plants that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Experts advise planning bloom timing (from spring to frost) to provide continuous nectar during the growing season. News 12 Connecticut
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Holi Festival of Colors 2026
1-4 p.m. — City Center Green — Free entry — Celebrate the arrival of Spring with joy, color, and various cultural festivities.
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Boston City FC vs AC Connecticut
6-11 p.m. — Westside Athletic Complex — Tickets required — Experience the excitement of USL League Two action as Boston City FC takes on AC Connecticut in Round 4.
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Last Night with Chuck the Colonial
5-7 p.m. — Westside Athletic Complex — Free entry — Celebrate the retirement of the original turf turned into keepsakes at this unique farewell event.
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4th Loh Concert
7:30 p.m. — Octagon House — Cost Info — Experience the dialogue between classical music eras as renowned compositions are brought to life.
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FREE MLB Baseball & Life Skills Clinic
9 AM - 12 PM — Baseball Fields @ Rogers Park — Free entry — Learn valuable life skills and baseball tips from former MLB players while enjoying a free lunch.
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2026 Danbury Street Festival
12-6 p.m. — Downtown Barbershop, 50 White St, Danbury, CT — Free entry — Celebrate summer with local artisans, food trucks, live music, and a vibrant festival atmosphere.
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