Daily
Danbury
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Danbury native Sarah Nicklin stars in the horror anthology V/H/S Halloween as Nancy in the Home Haunt segment, where a family’s haunted attraction comes to life after finding a mysterious record. The film, part of the V/H/S franchise, premiered on Oct 3 on Shudder and features work from renowned special effects artist Rick Baker — an Academy Award winner. The Ridgefield Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UConn men’s basketball team added three veteran point guards—Malachi Smith, Silas Demary Jr., and Alec Millender—after a strong exhibition game against Boston College that highlighted Smith’s five assists and defensive efforts. Coach Dan Hurley said he expects Smith to get significant minutes while Demary remains day-to-day from a calf injury. The Ridgefield Press
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Connecticut Grappling & BJJ Championship
8 AM – 5 PM — NYA Sports & Fitness — Registration required — Compete in the largest mixed grappling tournament with divisions for all skill levels.
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Brad Upton Stand-Up Comedy
7-11 p.m. — The Palace Danbury — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy a night of laughs with Dry Bar Comedy's most popular comedian known for his engaging style and massive online following.
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2025 Making a Difference Gala
6:00 – 11:30 PM — The Amber Room Colonnade — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an elegant evening of fundraising to support local animal welfare.
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The Comedy of Errors
2-3:30 p.m. — Visual & Performing Arts Center — $10 for WCSU students — Enjoy a comical journey of mistaken identities in this Shakespearean adaptation centered on Adriana.
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The Comedy of Errors
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Visual & Performing Arts Center — $10 for students — Experience a unique adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic featuring a delightful mix of misunderstandings and music.
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Guaracazo 2025
8:00 p.m. — La Canchita Restaurant & Bar — Tickets available — Experience an impressive concert with Maria de los Angeles and Manolo in Danbury.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In life, you need either inspiration or desperation.
~ Tony Robbins
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