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RCD Celebrates 60 Years, Unveils Fall Lineup and The Piantaggini Method
As Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance (RCD) embarks on its 60th anniversary, the Main Street dance school is open for enrollment, offering a variety of classes for students of all ages. With a rich history of nurturing young dance artists, RCD continues to be a cornerstone of the community, providing a comprehensive dance education that emphasizes technique, artistry, and creativity.
Magical Moments, Messy Hands Await! Pop Art! Kids Fall Classes Start September 9
After securing their spot months in advance, parents and their toddlers eagerly anticipate the announcement of the upcoming six-week themed sessions in our sensory playgroup class. With the excitement of our new location in Wilton and the strong sense of loyalty from Ridgefield’s hometown studio, there’s no better way to kick off the year than with a 'Welcome to Town' theme! Each week, our community's youngest artists and their caregivers will explore a new aspect of the two towns and the communities we all cherish. Below, find five weeks of thoughtfully designed multi-sensory stations:
Gregory Gnandt realizes dream of serving as Barnum Festival’s ringmaster
Gregory J. Gnandt, 55, a philanthropist from Trumbull, fondly recalls how the Barnum Festival had become an annual tradition for his family. “We never missed a parade or the fireworks growing up,” he said. “My uncle would camp out and save seats for the family. It was always a part of our lives. I just always liked the community factor, family and friends, you always saw people you knew. It was always a happy, festive event — just overall a great feeling.”
Monroe businesses grapple with costly flood damage, lost revenue
Monroe businesses in Stevenson are still recovering from Sunday’s flood damage with either a loss of customer traffic along Route 34, or extensive damage to infrastructure, making it difficult to operate at all. Z-Topia business park, 1545 Monroe Turnpike, was among the hardest hit. A powerful stream of water...
Popular Internet Personalities Make a Splash on Lake Mahopac
Word on the water is that Lake Mahopac is the new hot spot for social media influencers. Jake Paul Brings Content Creators Out on Popular Putnam County Lake. If you missed it, last week influencer and boxer Jake Paul was the talk of the town in Putnam County. The social media star flew in, by helicopter of course, to Petra Island on Lake Mahopac.
Family makes renewed plea as Billy Smolinski missing person case marks 20 years
Saturday marks 20 years since Billy Smolinski went missing from his home on Holly Street in Waterbury. The date was Aug. 24, 2004. Decades later, some are still searching and they say areas of interest are some of the same areas impacted by recent flooding. It’s leading to a call...
Officials: Incoming freshman class at Uconn is the largest in school history
As members of The University of Connecticut class of 2028 moved onto campus Thursday, school officials say this year's incoming class is the largest in school history. Over 6,500 incoming first year students are enrolled in the school, including 4,500 at Storrs and the rest at campuses in Stamford, Hartford, Waterbury, and Avery Point.
Porch pirate from The Bronx, NY arrested by North Haven police; new iPad survives
NORTH HAVEN, Conn. — A man from The Bronx, N.Y. was arrested in North Haven on Thursday after allegedly trying to steal a package from a residence on Corey Road, the North Haven Police Department reports. Police say Heriberto Perez-Cabral ran from the scene after he was confronted by...
Former Trump advisor Steve Bannon must face NY criminal fraud trial, judge rules
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Former Donald Trump advisor Steve Bannon must face trial in New York on criminal-fraud charges over a push to fund the former U.S. president's signature wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, a judge ruled on Friday.
Motorcyclist hospitalized in crash involving a car in Shelton
SHELTON, Conn. (WTNH) – The Shelton Fire Department reports that the driver of a motorcycle was taken to a hospital following a crash involving a car Friday night. The accident was reported at 11:40 p.m. Friday night. Fire crews arrived to find the motorcycle toppled on its side and the driver semiconscious on the ground. […]
'This community is a really special place.' Sacred Heart University welcomes first-year students on move-in weekend
College dorm rooms are filling up across the country as record numbers of students head back to school. "I'm excited," incoming Sacred Heart freshman Ella Strober said. "Definitely a little nervous, but excited." Nearly 1,500 first-year students are moving into four different dorm halls on Sacred Heart's campus this weekend.
Banksy 'Ghetto 4 Life' mural sparks controversy in Bridgeport
A work by the street artist Banksy is drawing controversy in Bridgeport, Connecticut. It’s owned by a new brewery in the city’s East End — but drew attention when Mayor Joe Ganim highlighted it on Facebook. Some residents are upset by what it says: "Ghetto 4 Life."
Aidee Nieves referred to prosecutors for alleged absentee ballot abuse in Bridgeport
Bridgeport, Connecticut's City Council president Aidee Nieves is one of two top Democrats named in an election law violation complaint that has been referred to state prosecutors. The complaint alleges that Nieves aggressively and repeatedly asked a voter to collect their completed absentee ballot before last year’s mayoral primary.
Tedeschi Trucks Band at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Join Jon Kamal Saturday, August 22nd at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater before Tedeschi Trucks Band Deuces Wild 2024 Tour with Special Guest Margo Price. Stop by the PLR Tent and enter to win lunch for a year from Duchess Restaurants. We’ll also have PLR prizes and your chance to win other concert tickets!
Five City Employees Including Trio of Years of Service honorees to be Recognized by Council
A handful of city employees will be honored at Monday’s City Council meeting. Police Officers Austen Zorick and Clayton Bee will be recongized for their performance in the Derek Hotsinpiller Fallen Stars 5K in June where Bridgeport won the Top Cop Team Award. Also, a trio of Years of...
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