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Hello again Danbury! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Firefighters battle blaze at vacant building near Danbury police HQ
  • Elderly man found dead in Stadley Rough Road pool
  • Are you signed up for DanburyALERT before this weekend's storm?

Also on today's calendar: Friends & Family FREE Introductory Ballroom & Latin Classes and 12 more events.

Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Rather cloudy, with a high of 68 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy and cooler with rain, temps: high: 60, low: 56.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 62 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fire Breaks Out At Vacant Manufacturing Building In Danbury (patch.com) — Danbury firefighters are battling a blaze at a vacant manufacturing building near the police department, with smoke pouring from the structure and crews still on scene. Officials are urging residents to steer clear of the area while they work, and details on the fire's extent and any injuries have not yet been released.
   

2. Elderly Man Found Dead In Danbury Pool: Police (patch.com) — Danbury police are investigating after an elderly man was discovered unresponsive in a Stadley Rough Road swimming pool Wednesday morning and later pronounced dead. Authorities say the incident appears isolated, and the state medical examiner will determine the cause of death while the man's identity and further details have not yet been released.
   

3. Connecticut officials urge residents to prepare now as weekend nor'easter looms (newstimes.com) — Danbury Emergency Management is urging residents to prepare now for a slow-moving weekend storm expected to bring periods of rain, gusty winds, and possible power issues from late Friday through Sunday. Officials are coordinating with Eversource, advising people to secure outdoor items, stock food, water, and medications, and sign up for DanburyALERT to receive real-time updates as conditions develop.
   

4. Danbury Company Reports Positive Results In Lung Disease Drug Trial (patch.com) — A Danbury pharmaceutical company, MannKind, has reported encouraging early trial results for an inhaled treatment targeting a serious lung disease, and city officials are celebrating the local impact. Mayor Roberto Alves highlighted the firm's research, manufacturing jobs, and long-term partnership with the city, noting that Danbury will keep working with MannKind as it explores future growth locally.
   

5. Western Connecticut State University Kathwari Graduate Studies Fellowship Program University Assistant in Danbury, CT (thestate.com) — Western Connecticut State University in Danbury is hiring a part-time University Assistant to help run its Kathwari Graduate Studies Fellowship Program, supporting local and Kathwari Honors graduates pursuing advanced degrees. The 14-hour-per-week, in-person role focuses on promoting the fellowship, coordinating applications, organizing events, and guiding students, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
   

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Ok Danbury! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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