Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Good morning, Danbury.
ALDI announced it will cut prices on over 400 products in its 2,400 U.S. stores—including its 33 Connecticut locations—to save shoppers $100 million this summer.
The discount, which covers about 25% of its goods such as fresh meat, organic produce and snacks, comes as food prices continue to rise.
Connecticut will not have a bear hunt season after lawmakers dropped the proposal last night—Gov. Ned Lamont will study the idea as bear encounters with people and pets rise in the state.
Gov. Lamont said he is strongly leaning toward running for a third term in 2026 after lawmakers ended the session — his poll numbers are high but many voters still question if he should run again.
No final decision was given as he continues to weigh his options.
FREE Baseball & Life Skills Clinic
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Community Tag Sale
1:30 PM — Candlewood Town Park — Free entry — Discover great deals and connect with your neighbors in a vibrant community atmosphere.
2025 Danbury Street Festival
12-6 p.m. — Downtown Barbershop — Free entry — A vibrant street festival featuring local artisans, food trucks, live music, and family fun in downtown Danbury.
The Men of Soul Concert
7 p.m. — City Center Green — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a vibrant evening of classic R&B hits with The Men of Soul and their talented band.
Romance Book Club
7-8:30 p.m. — The BookSmiths Shoppe — Free entry — Discuss the romantic twists and heartfelt moments in Ashley Poston's 'Sounds Like Love' over tea and literary camaraderie.
Danbury Town Park Fireworks over Candlewood Lake
9:15 p.m. — Danbury Town Park — Free entry — Celebrate the night with stunning fireworks illuminating Candlewood Lake and the surrounding park.
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