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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ed Lovely of Hampton caught a 16-foot thresher shark near Fishers Island on July 30 after a nearly seven-hour fight and estimated it at 700 pounds — a catch now under review to see if it breaks the state record — with help from his friend Mo Giovanni. The Ridgefield Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ State officials reported six cyclists have died in Connecticut so far this year—far more than the usual 1.8—and they worry that more young riders on e-bikes are at risk after a 15-year-old was killed in Trumbull last month, with new safety rules for e-bikes set to start this fall. The Ridgefield Press
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Home prices in Danbury stayed high in July as few starter homes were available below $500,000—buyers paid on average 1% above asking compared to almost 2% last year, leaving many with limited options in the $450,000 to $700,000 range. Pamela Dostilio of Coldwell Banker noted that tight inventory continues to challenge local buyers. The Ridgefield Press
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Ala Jaza Concert
8 PM — Downtown Eleven Café & Bar — Ticket info available online — Experience the vibrant sounds of Ala Jaza for the first time in Danbury, CT.
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Red House 9th Anniversary Celebration
11 a.m. — Red House Bar & Café — Ticketed event — Celebrate nine years with live performances and good vibes at Danbury's favorite café.
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The Perogie Dash
12:30-4:30 p.m. — 74 Joes Hill Rd, Danbury, CT — Entry fee required — Participate in a fun-filled day of running with events for all ages.
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Silent Book Club
6-8 p.m. — Long Ridge Library — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening of quiet reading with fellow book lovers and share snacks.
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Open House at 3 Crestwood Drive
3-5 p.m. — 3 Crestwood Drive — $433,500 — Explore this charming home featuring updated living spaces and a lovely backyard retreat.
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