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Property Transfers July 8-12
During the week of July 8-12, eight properties traded hands for a total of $19.9 million, generating $49,700 in conveyance tax. One year ago, 26 properties changed hands for $57.6 million. 15 Beachside Common sold for $4,050,000. Seller: Rustan Carl & Morgan Slavin Eklund. Buyer: Chad Tredway. 11 Caccamo Lane...
Earthplace fundraiser strictly for the birds
WESTPORT — Earthplace’s aviary is a special place in town, with beautiful greenery and loads of excited visitors getting glimpses of birds like those you’d see in National Geographic. Species ranging from a crow to a red-tail hawk to bald eagles call the preserve home. Such birds...
Hometown oarsman rows for Team USA at Olympics
WESTPORT — A hometown oarsman is rowing his boat in a quest for Olympics glory in Paris. Oliver Bub, a 2020 graduate of Dartmouth College and 2016 Staples High School alumnus, will hit the water Sunday representing Team USA in the men’s pair competition at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium.
Many small pets available for adoption at CT Humane Society
Clear the Shelters, our monthlong pet adoption initiative, is about two weeks away. Meantime, the Connecticut Humane Society wants you to know there aren't just cats and dogs looking for a forever home, smaller pets are waiting to be adopted as well. "We work with all the small animals except...
School supplies collected by Domestic Violence Task Force
WESTPORT — School supplies are being collected by the Westport Domestic Violence Task Force to support children residing in the region’s Domestic Violence Crisis Center safe houses. The campaign, supported by the Westport Rotary Club and the Positive Directions agency, is planned from Sunday, July 28, through Sunday,...
Kami Evans to run for State Senate District 26
Westport resident Kami Evans has announced her candidacy for the State Senate seat in District 26. Known for her advocacy of family values and community strength, Evans aims to bring her dedication and experience to the legislative arena. Evans holds a bachelor’s degree in Corporate Communications from Southern Connecticut State...
Greenberg and Wickey of Saugatuck Commercial Real Estate facilitate 2,368 s/f office lease
Westport, CT According to Saugatuck Commercial Real Estate (SCRE), the existing tenant, Second Foundation Partners, has signed a three-year lease extension for 2,368 s/f of office space on the 2nd floor at 1835 Post Rd. East. Nate Greenberg and Penny Wickey represented the landlord, Blackshaw Hunchar, and Bruce Wettenstein/Vidal Wettenstein represented Second Foundation Partners in this transaction. The mixed use campus is 100% leased.
‘Westport Prize for Literature’ finalists announced
WESTPORT — Three novels, a singular honor: The Westport Prize for Literature. The Westport Library this week announced the three finalists for the literary prize, now in its second year. The winner will be honored Sept. 21 during the library’s annual “StoryFest,” a multi-faceted showcase for stories and storytellers, which will take place Sept. 20-24.
Westport vs. USA: Tax tangle with IRS snowballs into federal suit
WESTPORT — There’s an old saying, you can’t fight City Hall. But what happens when Town Hall takes on a big daddy of bureaucratic buttresses like the Internal Revenue Service?. The town’s taxpayers will eventually find out — there’s a case involving employee payroll taxes being heard...
2024 Annual Member Show Submission Deadline August 4
The Carriage Barn Arts Center is accepting submissions online for their Annual Member Show, the submission deadline is August 4, 2024. All current and new members are welcome to participate in this exhibition which is the Carriage Barn’s largest of the year and will kick-off the 2024/25 season. Opening...
New Canaan Student Earns Gold at European Physics Olympiad
Luke Huang, a senior at New Canaan High School, has once again demonstrated his exceptional prowess in physics, earning a Gold Medal at the 2024 European Physics Olympiad (EuPhO). The competition, held from July 15 to 19 at Kutaisi International University in Georgia, saw the U.S. Physics Team shine among 256 participants from 55 countries. Luke’s impressive performance, securing the third-best overall score, has brought pride not only to his school but also to his hometown.
Driftway Lane Colonial Sells for $2 Million
The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office. For more information about each property from the assessor, click on the street address. To get the history of a New Canaan street name, click here. ***. July 19. 61 Old Rock Lane (vacant land) $165,000. Nelson...
Darien Parents Call for Cell Phone Bans at High School
DARIEN - Iphones, smart watches and personal devices will be banned during the school day for Elementary and Middle School students starting this fall. But a group of parents wants the district to go... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And...
Monsieur Touton Hosts Latour Wine Dinner
Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd., hosted a wine dinner showcasing the wines of Louis Latour at the Stamford Yacht Club on June 9. Eléonore Latour, Vice President and 12th-generation winemaker of the Latour family, was in attendance to present the featured wines to guests. Yacht Club members enjoyed a multicourse dinner prepared by Executive Chef Alan Dancyger and the venue’s culinary team, paired with Louis Latour Pernand-Vergelesses 1er Cru En Caradeux and Marsannay Rouge, and truffles from Sabatino. For more than 200 years and through 11 generations, Domaine Louis Latour remains family-run and is the largest Grand Cru Domaine in Burgundy, where it creates its renowned French wines. Eléonore Latour was appointed as Vice President of Maison Louis Latour and its U.S. subsidiary in March 2024.
Spray-Painted Racial Slur Discovered During Investigation Of Vandalism At Aite HS In Stamford
The incident occurred at the Academy of Information Technology and Engineering (AITE) in Stamford. Mayor Caroline Simmons, Stamford Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tamu Lucero, and Stamford Board of Education President Jackie Heftman released a joint statement late Friday afternoon, July 26 on the incident. “During the Stamford Police Department’s investigation...
St. Ann Feast still entertains old and young after more than a century
Friday marked the beginning of the 110th Celebration of the St. Ann Feast at Norwalk’s St. Ann Club that will continue through Sunday evening. “La Festa di Sant’Anna” is a celebration of Italian heritage and a tradition honoring St Ann and St Joachim, the parents of the Virgin Mary and the grandparents of Jesus in the Catholic tradition.
THE FEED: Gym Time in Norwalk and Jurassic Fun in Newtown!
Fridays on The Feed, Kevin and Jenna chat with Megan Schinella about all the fun things to do in Connecticut with the family. You can find Megan on Instagram: @meganschinella. Check out Megan’s picks for this weekend!. 1. Open Gym at Grit Ninja in Norwalk. Date/Time: Saturday, 7/27, 10:00-11:00...
Fairfield First Selectman Defends Appointment Against Conflict of Interest Claims
FAIRFIELD — The first selectman released new documents on Wednesday, looking to squash claims of a conflict of interest and political biases surrounding his pick for chief financial officer. Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you want to...
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