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Focus on French Cinema Launches Year-Round Season at the Bruce Museum with US Premiere of Pascal Bonitzer’s Hugo
The 2026–2027 season opens on Sunday, September 27, with the U.S. Premiere of Pascal Bonitzer’s HUGO (Victor comme tout le monde), the acclaimed French director’s latest film, released in France earlier this year.

Mayor Alves and Danbury Fire Department Launch New Fire Explorers Program
Mayor Roberto L. Alves and the Danbury Fire Department announce the Fire Explorer program for Danbury youth ages 14–17. Join us for an Open House on October 3, 2026, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Fire Training Facility, 21 Plumtrees Road.
Liberty Tree Planted on Havemeyer Lawn Dedicated to the 250th Anniversary of US Founding
The Greenwich Tree Conservancy (GTC), along with the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and the Town of Greenwich, joined in planting a Liberty Tree on the lawn in front of the Greenwich Board of Education on Thursday, September 17.
National Good Neighbor Day is September 28
Ways you can join in on National Good Neighbor Day
Lunar is a New Destination for Authentic Chinese Food in Greenwich
The wait is over. Lunar is open at 420 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. Expect authentic Chinese Cuisine crafted from scratch, making for the ideal destination for family and friends.
ENCON Heating & Air Conditioning Announces New Danbury Location,
ENCON Heating & Air Conditioning is expanding with a new Danbury location, investing in the region while improving response times and strengthening service for homeowners and businesses across Western Connecticut.
Mayor Alves Celebrates MannKind's Latest Medical Breakthrough In Danbury
Mayor Roberto L. Alves congratulates MannKind on positive Phase 1b clinical trial results for an investigational lung disease treatment, celebrating another milestone in medical innovation right here in Danbury.
Governor Lamont Announces New State Tax Credit To Help Small Businesses Offer Health Insurance
How it works: Employers set a monthly contribution amount per employee. Eligible employees can then use those funds toward an individual health insurance plan available through Access Health CT.

Weekend Fire Damages Playland Dragon Coaster; Causes Suspected to be Accidental
Due to the size and construction of the structure and the potential for the incident to develop into a larger and more complex fire, additional resources were immediately requested. Rye firefighters quickly stretched a hose line and placed water on the fire, bringing it under…

Meet the Artists of “Art in the Park” 2026 in Old Greenwich
The 7th annual Art in the Park event in Binney Park, sponsored by the Old Greenwich Merchants Association, will take place in Old Greenwich’s Binney Park on Sunday, October 4 from 10:00am to 5:00pm. (Rain Date October 11).
Cemetery Street Closure
Cemetery Street between East Avenue and Gregory Boulevard closed 9/28-10/2
CrisisTrack for Storm Damage
Guidance for how to report any damage from this past weekend's storm.