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Don't Miss Out: Find Ridgefield's KICKS Public Art Event Sneaker Sculptures!
There's still time to discover the vibrant sneaker sculptures scattered throughout Ridgefield! As part of the KICKS Public Art Event, these unique artworks are waiting for you to explore and enjoy. Take a stroll around town and keep your eyes peeled for these eye-catching pieces of public art. Whether you're...
‘I'm getting to finish this on my terms': Darien swimmer headed to Paralympics a year after shark attack
Ali Truwit thought her next chapter was written. “I had a job lined up,” said Truwit. “I was going to start in October after a summer of celebration -- travel with friends.”. The Darien native had her Division I swim career at Yale behind her and a new...
How a well-connected nonprofit receives rent-free office space as a gift in Putnam County
Seven years ago, United for The Troops, a Putnam County nonprofit that provides care packages for troops deployed overseas, needed an office to store its donations and assemble boxes to send around the world. Then-County Executive MaryEllen Odell, an avid supporter of veterans issues, came to the rescue. She let the nonprofit corporation occupy the first floor of a vacant county office building at 34 Gleneida Ave. in what she termed was “a temporary arrangement.” ...
The Glass House Celebrates 75 Years
To commemorate its 75th anniversary, The Glass House hosted its annual summer party in New Canaan, CT on June 8. The gorgeous day celebrated The Glass Houses’ values to bring together art, design, and community. Presented with support by MaxMara, Aesop, Design Within Reach, and Land Rover Darien, the day hosted avocations across the site for guests to explore to enjoy performances—from dance performances choreographed by Brendan Fernandes and a DJ set by Rachel Winters to an art auction by Artsy, refreshing cocktails from Belle Glos, Elouan, Greenology, and Litchfield Distillery, and a picnic catered from New Canaan restaurant Elm.
Bullying in Stamford schools worries some Latino parents and immigrant families
Some Latino parents and immigrant families say their children face bullying in the Stamford school system. Orfa Palma, a recent immigrant from Guatemala, says her 12-year-old daughter began middle school in late March, but the initial excitement quickly turned into dread. "Kids began to bully her because she is chubby,”...
Over $2.7M To Go Toward Flooding Prevention Projects In Westchester: Hochul
Thanks to a climate-smart grant program announced by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, several municipalities in Westchester will receive funds to go toward much-needed flood mitigation projects. The funds will come from more than $7.3 million to be given to municipalities across the state as part o…
Iconic Longtime Westchester Bakery Damaged By Fire Seeks Help In Rebuilding
A bakery that has served its Westchester community for more than eight decades is now asking for help in recovering from a devastating fire that forced it to close. Delite Bake Shop, located in Yonkers at 773 Yonkers Ave., was damaged in a blaze that started on Saturday, July 13 around 12:30 a…
Waterbury Man ID'd As Fourth Victim Of Quadruple-Fatal Fiery Crash
The crash occurred in New Haven County around 11 p.m. Friday, July 19, in Waterbury on Thomaston Avenue when a car traveling south slammed into a northbound vehicle, causing both to burst into flames, said Lt. Ryan Bessette of the Waterbury Police. Lawrence Jackson, age 28, of Waterbury, was the...
5 Family Members Injured In Mahopac Crash Involving Alleged Drunk Driver
Putnam County resident Elijah Acevedo of Mahopac was arrested on Sunday, July 7 in connection with a crash that happened earlier on the same day, Carmel Police Lt. Michael Bodo said on Tuesday, July 23. According to Bodo, during the early evening hours on the day of the crash, Carmel...
Police investigating after man walks into Yale New Haven with gunshot wound
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — New Haven police say a walk-in shooting victim arrived at Yale New Haven Hospital Tuesday night. Police said the 38-year-old man suffered non-fatal injuries. Officers believe the man was injured in a shooting reported through ShotSpotter in the area of Washington and West streets around 11 p.m. Tuesday. Police said […]
Richard Liebson's final byline from 2019: What it was like to cover the 287 tanker crash
Editor's note: In 2019, for the 25th anniversary of the 1994 propane tanker explosion on I-287 in White Plains, veteran Journal News/lohud reporter Richard Liebson wrote a column about what it was like to cover the story. Liebson, one of our best known and most respected journalists, died the day after the anniversary, on July 28, 2019, from cancer at 61. We're bringing out his final byline again for the 30th anniversary. ...
Special meeting held in Bethany Tuesday night as angry parents demand answers
BETHANY, Connecticut — To say parents are angry is an understatement, as a special meeting held in Bethany left them with more questions than answers. Dozens of town residents filled the Bethany Town Hall gym Tuesday night, demanding answers from town leaders for nearly three hours. Several residents directed much of their anger at First Selectwoman Paula Cofrancesco.
North Castle Landmarks Century-Old Barber Pole in Downtown Armonk
The North Castle Town Board voted to landmark a 100-year-old barber pole that stands outside a hair salon in downtown Armonk. Following a recommendation from the Landmarks Preservation Committee, the Town Board approved the designation for the pole in front of Manny’s Unisex Haircutting at 416 Main St. The request for landmark status came from the owners of the building, said Linda Fernberg, a Landmarks Preservation Committee member who addressed the board at its last meeting.
LMC: Nothing Bundt Cakes inks 1,500 sq. ft. lease at St. Georges Crossing in Woodbridge
St. Georges Crossing at Route 1&9 and Route 35 in Woodbridge — Courtesy: Levin Management Corp. The nation’s largest specialty cake company is expanding to Woodbridge with a new lease at a 343,000-square-foot highway shopping center, in a deal secured by Levin Management Corp. The operator, Nothing Bundt...
Harckham and Levenberg Announce $50K of Funding for Peekskill’s CHHOP in State Budget
New York State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Dana Levenberg announced today that they were able to secure $50,000 of funding in the FY2024-2025 State Budget for the nonprofit Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP), which provides a number of important services to homeless residents, veterans and survivors of domestic violence in the community, as well as helping residents facing food insecurity through its food pantry.
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