Thursday, September 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Consumer Protection warned Danbury residents that scam calls asking for personal details, sending money or gift cards are always frauds. Officials said residents should hang up right away and report these calls — steps that help keep personal information safe. Tribuna
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Danbury High School is updating its approach with a new career academy model that mixes regular classes with hands-on learning — the program offers pathways in areas such as Biomedical, Engineering and Finance and will ease crowding by shifting 1,400 students to the new DHS West campus — to boost graduation and attendance rates. Tribuna
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Lamont launched Fire Safe CT, a statewide program that unites state and local fire, health and environmental experts to educate residents on fire safety. The initiative will give local fire departments new resources for public education — empowering communities to prevent fire tragedies. Tribuna
- ➤ Jackie Crenshaw lost nearly $1 million to a cryptocurrency romance scam and now owes $60,000 in taxes; she spoke to lawmakers in support of House Bill 6990. Governor Lamont signed the law, which lets police seize digital money from criminals and will take effect July 1, 2026—helping stop future scams. Tribuna
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ABLE accounts let parents of children with disabilities save for disability-related expenses without affecting their Supplemental Security Income benefits—families with children whose disabilities began before age 26 can open an account with a $25 minimum deposit and use funds for medical care, housing, education, and other needs. Tribuna
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39th Annual Neil Wagner Golf Tournament
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Richter Park Golf Course — $195 — Tee off for a great cause at the annual alumni golf tournament and enjoy food, fun, and networking.
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Leonardo Paniagua Concert
9 PM – 3 AM — Tiesto's Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of romantic Latin music with Leonardo Paniagua performing live.
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Budgeting & Online Awareness Workshop for Teens
2-3 p.m. — Long Ridge Library — Free entry — Enhance your financial skills with budgeting basics and online safety tips tailored for teens.
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