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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At the Elmwood Hall Danbury Senior Center, Mayor Alves joined police officers to serve ice cream from the new Copsicle truck at the Grillin' and Chillin' event, and the center offers daily programs along with special events coming soon such as a Senior Show and Tell on Sept 8. Upcoming events include a Medicare session on Sept 16, free flu shot clinics on Sept 25 and Oct 2, a patient advocacy presentation on Sept 23, and a play-reading on Sept 24—programs aimed at engaging local seniors. Tribuna
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Antonina Chieffalo, known for her resilience and deep family commitment, was honored at the San Gennaro Festival held August 20–24 when local celebrations on Main Street and the Danbury Green showcased Italian heritage. Her long career and leadership at the Amerigo Vespucci Lodge left a lasting impact—her legacy continues to inspire local tradition. Tribuna
- ➤ Drum Cafe USA will headline the American Dream Awards Gala on Friday, September 26 at The Amber Room Colonnade where the group leads an interactive performance that lets guests make music with their voices, claps and movement. The gala supports TNADF’s free services for immigrant families in Danbury such as legal aid, tutoring and emergency grants+ and will honor community leaders and award student scholarships. Tribuna
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A local immigrant mother launched the BRIDGING FUTURES project through the Parent Leadership Training Institute to help parents navigate the college application process by offering clear steps such as regular talks about college and early volunteer work—aimed at overcoming language barriers and system challenges. Tribuna
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CT officials warn that using online betting sites outside the state’s licensed operators—DraftKings, FanDuel, and Fanatics Sportsbook—can lead to missing funds and unclear terms. An Old Saybrook man and other consumers have already reported issues like a missing withdrawal of $18,660, prompting caution among local gamblers. The Ridgefield Press
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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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