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The Fireman’s Carnival – a Community Tradition
As in so many small towns across America, there is usually at least one community event that the entire town rallies behind and eagerly awaits. Since its inception in 1923, that event has been the Easton Volunteer Fire Company’s annual carnival. With only two extended interruptions since 1923, the...
Bayberrys Grow, Alongside Mill River Trail
Dig. Plant. Donut — but not the kind you eat, the kind that helps the bayberry shrub retain moisture as it acclimates to its new home on the Mill River Trail. The Mill River Trail gained two new bayberry shrubs Wednesday behind 451 Grand Ave., thanks to volunteer efforts to revitalize the community corridor.
Taj Bryant Commits to Sacred Heart University Pioneers Men’s Basketball Program
Class of 2024 The Patrick School (N.J.) and PSA Cardinals point guard Taj Bryant has committed to Division I Sacred Heart University Pioneers Men’s basketball program, yesterday multiple basketball media outlets wrote on X. The thought among high school basketball insiders was that Bryant might reclassify into the 2025...
SCSU Athletics & Recreation To Host Inaugural “Meet The Owls” Event On Monday, Aug. 26
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Southern Connecticut State University Athletics & Recreation will host the inaugural "Meet The Owls" event on Monday, Aug. 26 from 6-8 p.m. at Jess Dow Field. The event will celebrate the start of the 2024-25 academic year, highlighting the Fall 2024 teams as they open...
Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When
The newest Haven Hot Chicken will open in the town of Fairfield on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 907 Post Road (Route 1). The 1,500-square-foot location will offer its signature menu of crispy, crunchy, juicy, spicy chicken and vegetarian options ranging from the country (not spicy) to Haven (extremely spicy). This includes their signature "THE Sandwich," other featured mains dishes, classic sides, and seasonal limited-time offerings, including this summer's salad, strawberry banana pudding, and a BBQ chicken sandwich.
Yale New Haven Hospital facing fine after being accused of not properly handling nuclear materials
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Yale New Haven Hospital could face a $9,000 fine after it was accused of not properly handling and transferring nuclear materials used for cancer treatment. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposed the fine after radiation alarms went off in December at a lead-disposal facility, according to the NRC. An unused vial […]
The 2024 Ridgefield Chamber Summerfest Takes Place on Saturday, July 27th
Hold onto your sunhats, Ridgefielders! It’s about that time for SummerFest to take over downtown Ridgefield! Let’s celebrate Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce’s Annual SummerFest – Saturday, July 27th, 2024, 10AM-3PM. Thousands of people attend this fantastic event, produced by The Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce, organized and...
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 Mountain Goats to Play District Music Hall in Norwalk on Monday
While they’re not unsung heroes, The Mountain Goats have certainly had an impact on today’s independent music realm. Led by vocalist and guitarist John Darnielle, they were doing folk-driven alt-rock... Haven’t subscribed yet? Click here to register. CT Examiner is just $20 a year. And if you...
On Wilson Point, fences – good or bad – don’t always make good neighbors
Anne Yang of Norwalk didn’t back down when her homeowner’s association hit her with a $100-a-day fine for an allegedly unacceptable fence. She took the Wilson Point Property Owners Association (WPPOA) to court. Six years later, Yang, a Board of Estimate and Taxation member, has won four of...
Under the Harvest Moon Fundraiser at Woodcock Nature Center Returns in September
Woodcock Nature Center is inviting the community to Under the Harvest Moon, its largest fundraiser of the year, when it returns on Friday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. Proceeds from this quintessential fall event support Woodcock’s environmental education initiatives which include local outreach, school programs, scholarships and a variety of family and adult education activities aimed at connecting the community with nature. Each fall 200 people turn out for the sell-out event, which annually raises over $60,000 for the nature center.
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...
Photo of the Day: Beach Bocce
Playing bocce at Calf Pasture Beach, Alex Marsan lines up her shot while her husband Steve anxiously looks on during a practice game on Monday, July 15. On Wednesday nights, their team, the ENO All-Stars, competes in the 32- team Rebecca DiPanni Memorial Bocce League. “We wanted something to do together, and it’s really fun,” said Alex.
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...
Westport Domestic Violence Task Force Announces Annual
(Westport, CT) – From Sunday, July 28, 2024, through Sunday, August 4th, the Westport Domestic Violence Task Force (WDVTF) will be collecting back-to-school supplies for residents of the two Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) safe houses that serve our area and DVCC’s community clients. This year, our community partners, the Westport Rotary Club and Positive Directions, are joining in this effort.
‘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.
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...
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