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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rex Heuermann, charged with the murder of seven women including a Connecticut victim, appeared before a judge on Jan 16th in New York, and his daughter said after viewing a new docuseries that she believed he is most likely the Gilgo Beach killer—while his ex-wife maintains he is not capable of such acts. The Ridgefield Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DOT began emergency work on the Commodore Hull Bridge in Derby over the Housatonic River, closing Route 8 on-ramps at exit 12A northbound and exit 12B southbound to speed repairs—police are stationed along the roadway while travel lanes remain open. Officials expect the on-ramps will reopen by the end of this weekend. WTNH-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Food and Drug Administration announced that Salted Smoked Split Herring sold in Connecticut is being recalled due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination—a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The fish, which was sent to stores in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, is sold at Food Bazaar in Bridgeport. WTNH-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Gardeners in Danbury can grow a cut flower garden to make bouquets all summer by planting easy seeds like zinnias, sunflowers, cosmos, dahlias, African marigolds, and roses in sunny, well-drained spots. The guide tells them to cut blooms to spur more growth — a simple way to enjoy fresh, low-cost flowers at home. News 12 Connecticut
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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