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Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Darien boys lacrosse team takes down Norwalk

With seemingly the entire Darien roster showing up on the score sheet, the Blue Wave boys lacrosse team cruised to its third straight win, a lopsided 19-2 home victory over Norwalk.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-boys-lacrosse-team-takes-down-Norwalk-4477265.php

Case Against News Anchor Rob Morrison Of Darien Continued To May 21

DARIEN, Conn. The domestic abuse case involving former WCBS-TV news anchor Rob Morrison of Darien has been continued until May 21, according to state prosecutors.



via Darien Newswire http://westport.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/case-against-news-anchor-rob-morrison-darien-continued-may-21

Darien schools' spring concerts scheduled

May 6: Middlesex Middle School Choral. Grades 6 and 7 at 6:30 p.m. and Grade 8 and Camerata at 8 p.m. Darien schools' spring concerts scheduled The Music Department of the Darien Public Schools announces its Spring Concert schedule, all of which take place in the Darien High School auditorium.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-schools-spring-concerts-scheduled-4476118.php

Darien RTC Chairman Bewkes to retire

... April 30, 2013. Bewkes was elected chairman of the RTC in July 2011 and since that time steadfastly served the Darien community and local Republican party by elevating the local GOP to its most productive form in years with regard to hosting events, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-RTC-Chairman-Bewkes-to-retire-4476388.php

Darien teacher in 'Of Mice and Men'

Gabriel Morrow, who teaches special education at Darien High School, is playing the leading role of George in the Town Players of New Canaan's production of John Steinbeck's "Of Mice and Men," which opens on Friday, May 3, at the Powerhouse Theatre in New Canaan's Waveny Park.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=H7YGhMIv&pn=0

Volunteers reviewing $615,000 in TCF funding applications

Volunteers for the Community Fund of Darien have started the annual allocations process.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Volunteers-reviewing-615-000-in-TCF-funding-4475786.php

Staples baseball uses 'complete' performance to beat Darien

... right on Monday. Behind some clutch hitting and a complete-game effort from pitcher Chris Speer , the Wreckers topped Darien 5-1 on the road to compile their first win streak in nearly a month. "We played a complete baseball game today," McFarland ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Staples-baseball-uses-complete-performance-to-4475841.php

Darien teacher in 'Of Mice and Men'

... Riley, who plays Lennie. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed Gabriel Morrow , who teaches special education at Darien High School , is playing the leading role of George in the Town Players of New Canaan's production of John Steinbeck 's "Of Mice ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-teacher-in-Of-Mice-and-Men-4475790.php

Darien house tour to benefit The Depot

... Director Jenn Montanaro, Cathy Miller and Susan Hamill. Photo: Contributed The Depot Spring House Tour of five Darien homes will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 9. Proceeds will benefit the Depot Youth Center , which is run by and for ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-house-tour-to-benefit-The-Depot-4475787.php

Darien boys track team finishes fourth at O'Grady Relays, sets school records

... importantly, Lombardo's efforts, combined with Myles Ridder (18-8) and Patrick Reilly (18-4.75) were good enough for Darien to win the long jump relay. "Nick came to me before the meet started to double check what the school records were in the long ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-boys-track-team-finishes-fourth-at-O-Grady-4475933.php

Darien forecast: Nice weather springs back

Sunny, warm weather -- which took a hiatus yesterday -- is expected to blossom again today across southwestern Connecticut and the rest of the week.



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Darien forecast: Nice weather springs back

Sunny, warm weather -- which took a hiatus yesterday -- is expected to blossom again today across southwestern Connecticut and the rest of the week.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Nice-weather-springs-back-4474933.php

Darien Schools Hire Attorney For Special Education Review

Darien Schools Superintendent Dr. Stephen Falcone says the district has hired an independent attorney to review the system's special education program.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/schools/darien-schools-hire-attorney-special-education-review

Welcome to SugarDaddie.com?

... be erected near Town Hall for at least 12 years. A call to SugarDaddie.com wasn't returned. Perhaps its moved on to Darien or Greenwich. The bedroom community, known for its top-notch school district and a penchant for wearing Lilly Pulitzer and ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Full-of-Sugar-Daddies-Website-offers-New-Canaan-4473999.php

Monday, April 29, 2013

Full of Sugar Daddies: Website offers New Canaan $9.8M to change name

... be erected near Town Hall for at least 12 years. A call to SugarDaddie.com wasn't returned. Perhaps its moved on to Darien or Greenwich. The bedroom community, known for its top-notch school district and a penchant for wearing Lilly Pulitzer and ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Full-of-Sugar-Daddies-Website-offers-New-Canaan-4473999.php

Incoming DAR regent to address Roton Point

... annual luncheon meeting on Thursday, May 16. Photo: Contributed Photo Lisa Wilson Grant , incoming regent of Darien's Good Wife's River Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution , will be the keynote speaker at the annual luncheon meeting at ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Incoming-DAR-regent-to-address-Roton-Point-4472967.php

Darien RTC seeks to fill vacancies

The RTC recruits and recommends Republicans for town boards, commissions and other offices, raises funds for local, state and federal campaigns, and provides support for the Darien Republican Party .



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-RTC-seeks-to-fill-vacancies-4472968.php

Darien Selectmen Consider Bonds For Renovation Projects

DARIEN, Conn. Drainage improvements to Intervale Road in Darien, and repairs to the dilapidated tennis courts at Weed Beach, are among the items the Board of Selectmen will discuss Monday night.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/politics/darien-selectmen-consider-bonds-renovation-projects

Angela Carella: As usual, latest sewer fee hike stinks

... say. There are other problems. The high turnover on the WPCA board of directors continues. The city's contract with Darien, which sends 3 million gallons of sewage a day to the Stamford treatment plant, is long expired. Federal and state law ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Angela-Carella-As-usual-latest-sewer-fee-hike-4472512.php

Stamford man charged with DWI at checkpoint

... 26, on a charge of driving while intoxicated. At 12:05 a.m., Gromley-Pollack stopped at a DWI checkpoint set up by Darien and Stamford police officers. The officer noticed that he had bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and that there was an alcohol ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Stamford-man-charged-with-DWI-at-checkpoint-4472508.php

NBA Player Comes Out

Jason Collins , a veteran NBA player, announced on Monday that he was gay, becoming the first active player from any of the four major U.S. professional sports leagues to publicly reveal his homosexuality.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/sports/hc-nba-player-jason-collins-says-he-is-gay-in-sicom-article-20130429,0,7838396.story

Darien forecast: Gloomy exception to sunny stretch

After a weekend of beautiful spring weather, the work week starts today on a less-welcome note with a 50 percent chance of percent chance of showers.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=133B8zjH&pn=0

Darien forecast: Gloomy exception to sunny stretch

After a weekend of beautiful spring weather, the work week starts today on a less-welcome note with a 50 percent chance of percent chance of showers.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Gloomy-exception-to-sunny-stretch-4471751.php

Darien's Devin Burke Shows Finishing Kick At Virginia Tech

DARIEN, Conn. Darien's Devin Burke is saving his best for last as a pitcher on the Virginia Tech baseball team.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/sports/dariens-devin-burke-shows-finishing-kick-virginia-tech

See Darien's Recent Home Sales

DARIEN, Conn. Curious about the amount that homes recently sold for in Darien? The following are the recent sales of homes in town, as reported by the town clerk's office.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/see-darien-s-recent-home-sales-2

Sunday, April 28, 2013

What's Baseball Without Hot Dogs?

... 1 on Shelton Road Sunday afternoon. Lutz's son Zack, 13, plays for Monroe Red, a 57 team, and after a game against Darien at Wolfe Park, Lutz, who is a Monroe volunteer firefighter, decided to invite everyone to the firehouse for lunch. During the ...



via Darien Newswire http://monroe.patch.com/articles/what-s-baseball-without-hot-dogs

Were you SEEN at Brubeck benefit?

Were you Seen at the Tribute to Dave Brubeck Benefit Gala sponsored by Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County at Woodway Country Club in Darien? 4/27/2013 Photo: Todd Tracy/ Hearst Connecticut Media Group Were you Seen at the Tribute to Dave Brubeck Benefit Gala sponsored by Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County at Woodway Country Club ... (more)



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/seen/slideshow/SEEN-Tribute-to-Dave-Brubeck-Benefit-Gala-61235.php

SEEN: Tribute to Dave Brubeck Benefit Gala

Were you Seen at the Tribute to Dave Brubeck Benefit Gala sponsored by Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County at Woodway Country Club in Darien? 4/27/2013 Photo: Todd Tracy/ Hearst Connecticut Media Group Were you Seen at the Tribute to Dave Brubeck Benefit Gala sponsored by Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County at Woodway Country Club ... (more)



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/seen/slideshow/SEEN-Tribute-to-Dave-Brubeck-Benefit-Gala-61235.php

'Richness in Realism' opens at Geary Gallery of Darien

"Richness in Realism," an appreciation of the lush landscapes and elegant still lifes of Pennsylvania fine artist Jim Rodgers, opens on Wednesday, May 1, and runs throughout the month, at the Geary Gallery of Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=1&contentguid=A4gi7mrE&pn=0

Staples boys lacrosse holds off St. Joseph

Staples High boys lacrosse coach Paul McNulty believes his team is far more battle-tested now that the Wreckers have experienced tight contests against FCIAC powers New Canaan and Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://m.westport-news.com/westport/db_11299/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=1&contentguid=o4TaNsrR&pn=0

Three experts to discuss improving kids' social skills

... Center of Wallingford ; Tim Heitzman , pediatric neuropsychologist with the Southfield Center for Development of Darien ; and Ann McCarthy , managing director of the Southfield Center for Development, are the guest speakers for the free program, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Three-experts-to-discuss-improving-kids-social-4470176.php

'Richness in Realism' opens at Geary Gallery of Darien

Jim Rodgers' oil painting "The Dinner Hour in Bradford on Avon" is among the artist's work on display throughout May at the Geary Gallery of Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Richness-in-Realism-opens-at-Geary-Gallery-of-4470174.php

Men's clothier donating to DHS scholarship fund

For the 19th year, Edward Tunick , Men's Clothier, in the Noroton Heights Shopping Center in Darien will donate a portion of tuxedo rental sales for the Darien prom to a Darien High School scholarship fund.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Men-s-clothier-donating-to-DHS-scholarship-fund-4470179.php

Darien High Named Best In State Tops The Week In News

... ents for Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Fred Conze, who is resigning from the group after 20 years on May 1. Darien resident Scott Pelley, anchor of the "CBS Evening News," spoke at a benefit for Stamford's New Covenant House of Hospitality.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/darien-high-named-best-state-tops-week-news

News anchor denies domestic dispute charges in Darien

... both at work. Ashley Morrison works for "CBS Money Watch." Morrison was arrested Sunday, Feb. 17 at his home in Darien. Police said he fought with his wife and then choked her at their home and threatened her even after he was arrested. (AP ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/News-anchor-denies-domestic-dispute-charges-in-4292090.php

Saturday, April 27, 2013

New Canaan's Heigl stars in 'The Big Wedding'

... Rounding out the all-star cast are Connecticut-raised actors Katherine Heigl, of New Canaan, and Topher Grace, of Darien, along with Robin Williams, Amanda Seyfried, Ben Barnes and Christine Ebersole. At the time, Zackham said he took a very sober ...



via Darien Newswire http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/newcanaan/db_11291/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=wsk5IAdd&pn=0

CBS' Scott Pelley speaks to League of Women Voters despite approaching deadline

Scott Pelley, the anchor and managing editor of CBS Evening News and "60 Minutes" correspondent, spoke at the Darien League of Women Voters brunch April 21, even though he had an approaching 3 p.m. deadline for his 60 Minutes segment.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=2&contentguid=0t1J9fRE&pn=0

With a daughter's input, Pink Lemon Blue Lime opens in Darien

... r store, too. She likes to be in here with me sometimes." Having seen a void of clothing stores for young children in Darien, Socha thought it was time to try her hand at a children's boutique.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=1&contentguid=wODKJcz2&pn=0

Darien native Topher Grace stars in 'The Big Wedding'

... Rounding out the all-star cast are Connecticut-raised actors Katherine Heigl, of New Canaan, and Topher Grace, of Darien, along with Robin Williams, Amanda Seyfried, Ben Barnes and Christine Ebersole. At the time, Zackham said he took a very sober ...



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=4wr6Rwm6&pn=0

Darien native Topher Grace stars in 'The Big Wedding'

... a comedy starring Robert De Niro, Diane Keaton, Robin Williams, Susan Sarandon, New Canaan native Katherine Heigl, Darien native Topher Grace, Amanda Seyfried and Ben Barnes, were shot at Christ Church Greenwich on East Putnam Avenue on Wednesday, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-native-Topher-Grace-stars-in-The-Big-4468791.php

With a daughter's input, Pink Lemon Blue Lime opens in Darien

With the help of her 4-year-old daughter, Evelina Socha opened Pink Lemon Blue Lime, a children's clothing boutique, at the Goodwives Shopping Center in Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/With-a-daughter-s-input-Pink-Lemon-Blue-Lime-4468759.php

Vespa raffle to support A Better Chance in Darien

... At a top speed of 39 mph, the Vespa will go for nearly 100 miles on one gallon of lead-free gas. A Better Chance in Darien is a not-for-profit organization that provides four-year academic and boarding scholarships to promising young women of color ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Vespa-raffle-to-support-A-Better-Chance-in-Darien-4468764.php

Darien Arts Center seeking entries for art show and sale

Althea Perley, a senior at Darien High School and her dog, Rudy, show off "Woof," one of her entries for the 55th annual Darien Arts Center show and sale, which will be receiving art May 26 and 28.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-Arts-Center-seeking-entries-for-art-show-4468770.php

CBS' Scott Pelley speaks to League of Women Voters despite approaching deadline

Scott Pelley, the anchor and managing editor of CBS Evening News and "60 Minutes" correspondent, spoke at the Darien League of Women Voters brunch Sunday, April 21.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/CBS-Scott-Pelley-speaks-to-League-of-Women-4468765.php

Darien forecast: More sun, more weekend fun

A sunny stretch of fine spring weather will roll right on through the weekend and well into next week, according to the National Weather Service.



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Darien forecast: More sun, more weekend fun

A sunny stretch of fine spring weather will roll right on through the weekend and well into next week, according to the National Weather Service .



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-More-sun-more-weekend-fun-4468572.php

Former Upper Crust Owner Working For New Hingham Pizza Shop

... after the purchase, he changed his mind and sold the business a to Troy. Troy, a first-time business owner from Darien, CT, does not believe Higgins will bring any of his problems from Upper Crust with him to the new pizza shop. Troy said the Upper ...



via Darien Newswire http://wellesley.patch.com/articles/former-upper-crust-owner-working-for-new-hingham-pizza-shop-07cc7e5d

Darien Students, Businesses Honored For 'Going For Green'

Left to right: Paula Csengo, TD Bank; Kate Fitzmaurice, winner; Kaye Leong, Darien Rowayton Bank; Kevin Taylor, TD Bank; Maureen Hanley-Belitto, TD Bank; Dorine Bosler, DHS; Grisel Cruz, winner; Al Tibbetts, DCC board chairman; Oivia Piazza, winner.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/darien-students-businesses-honored-going-green

Friday, April 26, 2013

Greenwich cafe makes roasting coffee part of its trade

Caitlin Finley, of Darien, gets coffee at CFCF Roastery and Cafe at 118 Greenwich Ave., in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday, April 24, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Greenwich-cafe-makes-roasting-coffee-part-of-its-4467923.php

Darien's Osherow tosses complete game one-hitter on Heal Teal day

The Darien softball team took a while to get the bats going during its home clash with Trinity Catholic on Friday afternoon, but Blue Wave pitcher Erika Osherow had her team covered.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Darien-s-Osherow-tosses-complete-game-one-hitter-4467901.php

See Open Houses In Darien This Weekend

... ur Real Estate page to see a full listing of open houses, with days and times, and to see homes that recently sold in Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/see-open-houses-darien-weekend-5

What's playing / Arden Anderson-Broecking

... 6, Russian pianist Maxim Pakhomov's playing made that happen for a large audience at First Congregational Church in Darien. It's an acoustically graceful space, if not a vast one, with a superb piano. Concerts are presented there several times a ...



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_44353/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=3&contentguid=LeyWpynN&pn=0

Drunk Buster goggles used in high school presentation

... into their travel path. Many of the students hit the objects. Photo: Megan Spicer As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, Darien police officers brought Drunk Buster goggles that allowed students to see how their depth perception and vision are ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Drunk-Buster-goggles-used-in-high-school-4466714.php

Administration proposes 6-day schedule at elementary schools

... crunch on the elementary schools, but it didn't receive rave reviews from the Board of Education. Judith Pandolfo, Darien assistant superintendent of schools, offered a solution to the increase in sections that has put pressure on the capacities at ...



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Drunk Buster goggles used in high school presentation

As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, Darien police officers brought Drunk Buster goggles that allowed students to see how their depth perception and vision are significantly altered when under the influence of alcohol.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=HXQnJfXd&pn=0

What's Up This Weekend: Region 15 Art Showi , Earth Day

... Description: The Brookfield High School Curtain Players present their spring musical extravaganza, "OKLAHOMA!" Darien: Andy Smiles Forever Foundation Event Where: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. When: 10:30 a.m., Sunday Cost: $20 ...



via Darien Newswire http://southbury.patch.com/articles/whats-up-this-weekend-region-15-art-show-earth-day

Administration proposes 6-day schedule at elementary schools

... crunch on the elementary schools, but it didn't receive rave reviews from the Board of Education . Judith Pandolfo , Darien assistant superintendent of schools, offered a solution to the increase in sections that has put pressure on the capacities ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Administration-proposes-6-day-schedule-at-4466635.php

Peter Griffith Hanley, 60, Of Darien

Peter Griffith Hanley, a resident of Darien for the last five years and a former 30-year resident of Atlanta, Ga., died Wednesday, April 24.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/peter-griffith-hanley-60-darien

George Jones Dies

George Jones, whose anguished vocals on the 1980 single "He Stopped Loving Her Today" lifted it to the top of polls of the greatest country music songs of all time, died Friday.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/la-et-ms-george-jones-dies-20130426,0,267823.story

Greenwich-Filmed Movie 'The Big Wedding' Opens Friday

"The Big Wedding," a star-studded comedy that filmed in locations in Greenwich and Darien in 2011 , opens in theaters Friday.



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/greenwich-filmed-movie-big-wedding-opens-friday

Catch the Drifters in Trumbull

... a.m. Cost: Admission is free Description: The craft fair will take place on the front lawn of the Municipal Center. Darien: Andy Smiles Forever Foundation Fundraising Event Where: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. When: 10:30 a.m., ...



via Darien Newswire http://trumbull.patch.com/articles/catch-the-drifters-in-trumbull

Darien forecast: Ho-hum, 'stuck' with nice weather for days

The forecast for southwestern Connecticut will sound like a broken record well into next week -- but that should be music to the ears of those who love spring weather.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Ho-hum-stuck-with-nice-4465563.php

Darien forecast: Ho-hum, 'stuck' with nice weather for days

The forecast for southwestern Connecticut will sound like a broken record well into next week -- but that should be music to the ears of those who love spring weather.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=LpnwE1bY&pn=0

This Weekend: BandJam in Ridgefield, WestonArts in Weston

... Description: The Brookfield High School Curtain Players present their spring musical extravaganza, "OKLAHOMA!" Darien: Andy Smiles Forever Foundation Fundraising Event Where: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. When: 10:30 a.m., ...



via Darien Newswire http://shelton.patch.com/articles/this-weekend-bandjam-in-ridgefield-westonarts-in-weston-7b273565

EVENT: Williams College Jazz Combo to Appear in Free Concert May 3 in Pittsfield

... sax (Newton, Mass.); Nina Kumar, drums (Larchmont,N.Y.); Thobo Mogojwe, vocals (Botswana); Chris Janson, bass (Darien,Conn); Jack Schweighauser guitar (Lake Forest, IL). The pianist and leader is Andy Jaffe, the Lyell B.Clay Artist in Residence in ...



via Darien Newswire http://news.allaboutjazz.com/news.php?id=104007

Thursday, April 25, 2013

New Canaan boys tennis team takes down rival Darien

In the preseason, it was apparent both the New Canaan and Darien boys tennis teams had their April 25 matchup circled on their calendars.



via Darien Newswire http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/newcanaan/db_11292/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=1&contentguid=jUDhss1G&pn=0

Darien girls lacrosse upends New Canaan in FCIAC showdown

New Canaan and Darien entered Thursday's girls lacrosse game tied atop the FCIAC East division standings, but on the field, the gap between the two teams was big enough to drive a bus through.



via Darien Newswire http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/newcanaan/db_11292/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=ItUDNFdg&pn=0

Darien schools hire attorney to independently review special education materials

The Darien Board of Education has hired Theresa DeFrancis, an education consultant and attorney with special education experience, to independently review and revise staff development materials, according to Superintendent Stephen Falcone.



via Darien Newswire http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=bv56ssOu&pn=0

Greenwich-filmed movie opens Friday

... a comedy starring Robert De Niro, Diane Keaton, Robin Williams, Susan Sarandon, New Canaan native Katherine Heigl, Darien native Topher Grace, Amanda Seyfried and Ben Barnes, were shot at Christ Church Greenwich on East Putnam Avenue on Wednesday, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Greenwich-filmed-The-Big-Wedding-opens-4464731.php

New Canaan boys tennis team takes down rival Darien

In the preseason, it was apparent both the New Canaan and Darien boys tennis teams had their April 25 matchup circled on their calendars.



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/sports/article/New-Canaan-boys-tennis-team-takes-down-rival-4464791.php

What's Up This Weekend: Barn Dance, Tag Sale, Earth Day

... Description: The Brookfield High School Curtain Players present their spring musical extravaganza, "OKLAHOMA!" Darien: Andy Smiles Forever Foundation Event Where: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. When: 10:30 a.m., Sunday Cost: $20 ...



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High school notebook: Softball tripleheader May 11 at DeLuca Field

... SATURDAY': Erin's Gym is sponsoring a softball tripleheader May 11 at DeLuca Field in Stratford. In the opener, Darien plays Fairfield Warde at 3 p.m. followed by St. Joseph v. Trumbull at 5 and Bunnell vs. Stratford at 7. Tickets for the day are $5 ...



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'Darien's Got Talent' judges' careers extensive

The judges for Darien's Got Talent include, from left, Leo B. Meyer, Edwin Schloss, Toni DeCarlo, August W. Boehm, Barbara Goldsmith and John McL.



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Darien schools hire attorney to independently review special education materials

The Darien Board of Education has hired Theresa DeFrancis , an education consultant and attorney with special education experience, to independently review and revise staff development materials, according to Superintendent Stephen Falcone .



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Darien boys track team triumphs over Westhill and Bridgeport Central

Darien improved to 4-1 on the season with wins over Westhill and Bridgeport Central Central .



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Latest Darien property transfers; Berry Lane home sells for $2.8M

The following Darien property transfers were recorded by the Town Clerk's office from April 12-17. 18 Peterick Lane: F. Scott Reding and Ann C. Reding to Andrew W. Leveen and Beverly G. Leveen, $1,300,000 3 Berry Lane: Amanda B. Faulkner to Paul Salmore and Emily T. Salmore, $2,800,000 105...



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Darien student chosen as a finalist in national short film contest

... success after his script was chosen as one of four finalists in a nationwide Sprite films contest. Coots, a Darien resident, is in Las Vegas at CinemaCon, a four-day conference with workshops and panels featuring the industry's leading experts -- ...



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What's Up This Weekend: Bethel Blooms, Earth Day, Barn Dance

... Description: The Brookfield High School Curtain Players present their spring musical extravaganza, "OKLAHOMA!" Darien: Andy Smiles Forever Foundation Event Where: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. When: 10:30 a.m., Sunday Cost: $20 ...



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What's Up This Weekend: Book Sale, Tag Sale, Earth Day

... Description: The Brookfield High School Curtain Players present their spring musical extravaganza, "OKLAHOMA!" Darien: Andy Smiles Forever Foundation Event Where: Middlesex Middle School, 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Rd. When: 10:30 a.m., Sunday Cost: $20 ...



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More

... school system. Photo: Paresh Jha The rankings include several Southwestern Connecticut schools in the top tier: Darien was ranked the No. 1 high school in the state; Weston High School was named No. 3; Ridgefield High School was named No. 4; Wilton ...



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Man Punched And Robbed In Hartford

A 39-year-old man was attempting to sell a video gaming system when he was punched and robbed early Thursday, police said.



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Darien police tase man onboard Metro-North train

Darien police boarded a train at the Darien train station at around 5 p.m. where they removed a disorderly passenger, according to Aaron Donovan, Metro-North spokesman.



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Darien forecast: Bright outlook after early clouds

Early-morning clouds across southwestern Connecticut are expected to gradually clear, with today's temperatures rising to a daytime high in the low-60s. The National Weather Service says there will be breezy conditions, with a northwest wind 8 to 14 mph, gusting as high as 26 mph.



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College Readiness Lagging at Stratford High Schools: Report

... the country , as well as the top 35 in Connecticut. And while Stratford's two high schools did not crack the top 35 - Darien High School took the top spot - data compiled by U.S. News offers some insight on Stratford and Bunnell high school, when ...



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Three Arrested In Two Separate Darien Burglaries

DARIEN, Conn. Darien police arrested three people Tuesday in connection with two separate house burglaries, one of which resulted in the homeowner scaring off the would-be thief while the break-in was in progress.



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CBS Anchor Scott Pelley Speaks At Benefit For Stamford Soup Kitchen

CBS News anchor Scott Pelley of Darien spoke on the topic of hunger and poverty in his role as keynote speaker at the New Covenant House of Hospitality Celebrity Breakfast benefit held at Woodway Country Club.



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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

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Darien High School was selected as the best high school in the state by U.S. News and World Report.



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Ridgefield High Ranked No. 4 in CT, 250 Nationwide

... college readiness and proficiency levels in math and reading Top 20 high schools in Connecticut (National Ranking): Darien High School - Darien (217) Conard High School - West Hartford (218) Weston High School - Weston (240) Ridgefield High School - ...



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Darien forecast: Spring conditions bounce back

Nicer weather is expected to spring back to southwestern Connecticut today, with the sunny skies and warmer temperatures than the last few days.



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Brookfield High Rises Nationally, Dips in CT Ranking

... college readiness and proficiency levels in math and reading Top 20 high schools in Connecticut (National Ranking): Darien High School - Darien (217) Conard High School - West Hartford (218) Weston High School - Weston (240) Ridgefield High School - ...



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Darien forecast: Spring conditions bounce back

Nicer weather is expected to spring back to southwestern Connecticut today, with the sunny skies and warmer temperatures than the last few days.



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Spotted a Bobcat Today Chasing a Deer

... when it decided to follow the deer! It was a bobcat! I looked it up online, and found an article about a family in Darien seeing one in their backyard also. There are bobcats wandering in our woodsy areas here in Fairfield County. Please take care ...



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Darien Students Learn The Dangers Of Drunken Driving

DARIEN, Conn. Everyone knows the mantra, "Don't drink and drive." But for dozens of Darien High School students, experiencing what could happen when that rule is broken is driving the point home.



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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Darien boys lacrosse rallies past Staples

Darien High's Kevin Seiler admitted that Tuesday's game against Staples was one that the Blue Wave needed to have.



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Darien boys lacrosse rallies past Staples

Darien High's Kevin Seiler admitted that Tuesday's game against Staples was one that the Blue Wave needed to have.



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New Canaan girls lacrosse team dominates second half to defeat Staples

... them tough again." New Canaan will once again put its perfect record on the line when it plays host to border-rival Darien on Thursday at 4 p.m. "We have Darien coming up, which is what we're looking forward to. It's about midway through the season, ...



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Two nabbed for burglary attempt at occupied house

Clarence Patterson, 53, of Bridgeport was apprehended in Stamford after forcibly breaking into an occupied Darien house on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.



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Two nabbed for burglary attempt at occupied house

Clarence Patterson, 53, of Bridgeport was apprehended in Stamford after forcibly breaking into an occupied Darien house on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.



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Credit Suisse Securities Sues to Block FINRA Arbitration

... and defendants 'have never been customers of Credit Suisse,' according to the complaint. VLS Securities LLC, of Darien, Connecticut, a marketing agent for TVIX, also is a plaintiff in the suit and a respondent, with Credit Suisse, in the arbitration ...



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Credit Suisse Securities Sues to Block FINRA Arbitration

... and defendants 'have never been customers of Credit Suisse,' according to the complaint. VLS Securities LLC, of Darien, Connecticut, a marketing agent for TVIX, also is a plaintiff in the suit and a respondent, with Credit Suisse, in the arbitration ...



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Darien softball team blanks New Canaan in pitcher's duel

The two teams went toe-to-toe Monday in Darien in a key FCIAC matchup that was marked by strong pitching and tight defenses.



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Darien softball team to host Heal Teal benefit game

The Darien softball team is hosting a Heal Teal Benefit Game on Friday, April 26 at 4 p.m. when it takes on Trinity Catholic at Darien High School .



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Darien softball team blanks New Canaan in pitcher's duel

The two teams went toe-to-toe Monday in Darien in a key FCIAC matchup that was marked by strong pitching and tight defenses.



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Seton Academy closing

... placed at the school. "I'm really upset that the hospital has chosen to close the school," said Kristen Riolo , a Darien resident, whose son, Matthew Vitti , is a junior. "I've been very satisfied with Seton, they've been amazing. It's a really ...



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Darien Woman Arrested On Forgery, Larceny Charges

Darien police arrested a local woman last week on forgery and larceny charged in connection with the theft of $6,500 through fraudulent checks and ATM transactions.



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Darien High named best in state

Darien High School topped the list of state schools, as it earned the honor of being named the No.



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Darien forecast: Cloudy, chilly and maybe showery

The daytime high temperature will continue to resist seasonal levels, rising only to about 50 degrees, with a northeast wind 15 to 17 mph.



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The Geary Gallery presents Jom Rodgers, 'Richness in Realism'

Through May, the Geary Gallery of Darien is proud to present "Richness in Realism," an appreciation of the lush landscapes and elegant still lifes of Pennsylvania fine artist, Jim Rodgers.



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Darien forecast: Cloudy, chilly and maybe showery

The daytime high temperature will continue to resist seasonal levels, rising only to about 50 degrees, with a northeast wind 15 to 17 mph.



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Darien Resident's Website Links MBA Students, Small Businesses

... or any task that helps a small business succeeds," he added. Biederman, 26, co-founded Hourly Nerd with 27-year old Darien resident Peter Maglathlin and 29-year old Boston native Patrick Petitti. In fact, the company's birth began when Biederman, ...



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Monday, April 22, 2013

New Canaan baseball team trounces Darien for fifth straight win

The red-hot New Canaan lineup once again broke out the bats in a big way, as the Rams clubbed their way to a 16-2 shellacking of border rival Darien on Monday at Mead Park for their fifth straight win.



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New Canaan baseball team trounces Darien for fifth straight win

The red-hot New Canaan lineup once again broke out the bats in a big way, as the Rams clubbed their way to a 16-2 shellacking of border rival Darien on Monday at Mead Park for their fifth straight win.



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New Canaan routs Darien behind strong defense, three goals by Stanton, Kraus

Behind a monster third quarter, the New Canaan boys lacrosse team turned another would-be classic with archrival Darien into a lopsided 9-4 victory, its fifth in a row to begin its FCIAC title defense.



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Darien baseball team hit hard by New Canaan

The red-hot New Canaan lineup once again broke out the bats in a big way, as the Rams clubbed their way to a 16-2 shellacking of border rival Darien on Monday at Mead Park for their fifth straight win.



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The Running Doctor: The race experience

... Committee of the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Marathon Trials. Weiss is a veteran of 35 Marathons and has a practice in Darien: The Foot & Ankle Institute of Darien . For more information, visit www.therunningdoctor.net. Each and every runner who has ever ...



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Darien artist takes Best in Show

"Visage," an acrylic painting by Bruce Horan of Darien, won the $250 prize for best in show at the second annual "40 Under 40," an exhibition of works in all media by artists ages 15 to 39 at the Rowayton Arts Center.



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Darien artist takes Best in Show

"Visage," an acrylic painting by Bruce Horan of Darien, won the $250 prize for Best in Show at the second annual "40 Under 40" exhibition at the Rowayton Arts Center.



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Rest plaza to open for summer

Construction progresses on the rest stop on I-95 North in Darien on Thursday, April 4, 2013.



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Darien forecast: Sunny skies, but temps still on chilly side

It will be another sunny day in southwestern Connecticut, but the bright skies won't warm temperatures beyond the mid-50s range, according to the National Weather Service.



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Darien forecast: Sunny skies, but temps still on chilly side

It will be another sunny day in southwestern Connecticut, but the bright skies won't warm temperatures beyond the mid-50s range, according to the National Weather Service .



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Sunday, April 21, 2013

Darien rest plaza to open for summer

Starting next month, Interstate 95 motorists will see the McDonald's golden arches beckoning from a revamped service plaza in Darien with additional restaurants, more fuel pumps and a boutique selling Connecticut products.



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Darien rest plaza to open for summer

Construction progresses on the rest stop on I-95 North in Darien on Thursday, April 4, 2013.



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Video: Michael Fedele Kicks Off Campaign for Mayor

... Peter Tessi of Greenwich, First Selectman Rob Mallozzi of New Canaan, and First Selectman Jayme Stevenson of Darien. "He understands the difficult balance between maintaing economic grout, our tax base, with caring for our non-profits and social ...



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Picture, Picture on the Wall

... in front of you but the guy who built the company," says Jacob Collins ($100,000 per portrait). Robert Anderson of Darien, Conn., who painted former Yale chaplain William Sloane Coffin, among others, says that while he has been known to trim 20 ...



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Darien town-wide cleanup April 27

Members of the Beautification Commission and the Chamber of Commerce are inviting the community to participate in Darien's townwide cleanup on Saturday, April 27.



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Darien Domestic Abuse Partnership names co-chairmen

Rita Bailey and Sandy Sarhatt, newly elected co-chairmen of the Darien Domestic Abuse Partnership, will be taking the reins from Chairman Susan Warren, who is retiring.



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'Steam Coffin' to be explored at Darien presentation

Darien Sail and Power Squadron, in affiliation with Barrett Bookstore, will host a multi-media presentation by historian and author John Laurence Busch on his book "Steam Coffin, Captain Moses Rogers and The Steamship Savannah Break the Barrier" from 4:45 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 28.



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'Miss Beth' joins Darien Arts Center

Cherico, from Darien, is an experienced art educator. Before becoming "Miss Beth" at the Darien Nature Center , where she taught since 2007, she was a project arts coordinator in New York City public schools.



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Darien town-wide cleanup April 27

Caroline, Grace and Kate Nemec were among the helpers in the 2012 townwide cleanup, which this year will take place on Saturday, April 27, is sponsored by the Darien Beautification Commission and the Chamber of Commerce.



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Darien Domestic Abuse Partnership names co-chairmen

The Darien Domestic Abuse Partnership announced its new co-chairmen, Rita Baily, left, and Sandy Sarhatt, center, who will be taking the reins from retiring Chairman Susan Warren, right.



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Saturday, April 20, 2013

Bombings Bring Back Bad Memories

"In the three seconds that it took me to turn around [last Monday], at first I'm like, 'Oh God, did a plane crash into a building?'" said the Darien resident, who no longer works in New York City as she did in 2001.



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Anglers seek the big one on opening day

Matt Smith, 14, of Darien, displays a trout he caught while fishing with his brother, Ryan, 8, and his grandfather, Arthur Fronio of Greenwich, on the Minaus River in Greenwich, Saturday morning, April 20, 2013, during the first day of trout season.



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Animal News Desk / Cathy Kangas

... Hundreds of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens will be featured at this free event. Pup Jack Rescue, which is based in Darien, will be on hand featuring various breeds of dogs, although their speciality is German shepherds. Adoption fees start at $50 ...



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Darien school's ADHD eligibility added to special ed complaint

As the days pass, more problematic documents from within the Darien Public Schools Special Education Department are being forwarded to the state Department of Education.



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Animal News Desk / Cathy Kangas

... Hundreds of dogs, cats, puppies and kittens will be featured at this free event. Pup Jack Rescue, which is based in Darien, will be on hand featuring various breeds of dogs, although their speciality is German shepherds. Adoption fees start at $50 ...



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Darien school's ADHD eligibility added to special ed complaint

Andrew Feinstein , a Mystic-based attorney representing a group of parents who filed a complaint against the schools for violating the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA, provided Michael Tavernier of the Bureau of Special Education more "concerning documents from the Darien school s." The documents, which Feinstein received from ... (more)



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Darien forecast: Gray skies are going to clear up

Today's early-morning showers and clouds are expected to clear and skies will turn mostly sunny across southwestern Connecticut.



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Find A Job In And Around Darien

The keynote speaker at the YWCA of Darien/Norwalk's Stand Against Racism events this week will be Kerry Kennedy, a Bedford, N.Y., resident and founder and president of the Robert F. Kennedy ...



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Bedford's Kerry Kennedy To Speak At YWCA Breakfast

The keynote speaker at the YWCA of Darien/Norwalk's Stand Against Racism events this week will be Kerry Kennedy, a Bedford, N.Y., resident and founder and president of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights.



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Friday, April 19, 2013

Robert 'Mac' McIntyre, 64, Co-Owned Leasing Company

... a brother, Dick McIntyre of Florida. A Memorial service will be held at St. Luke's Episcopal Parish, 1864 Post Road, Darien, on Saturday, April 20 at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Chorus of Westerly or the Leukemia ...



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After 20 years at Darien Nature Center, Hamlen ready to plant new seeds for her future

In 1993, the year Lynn Hamlen became director of the Darien Nature Center, Hamlen, accompanied by a friendly chicken, greets a youngster during "Eggstravanza," the spring open house.



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Police presence in place at Darien train stations

While the manhunt continues in Boston this morning, Darien police were present at the Darien train station around 9:15 a.m. looking for what a conductor described as a "suspicious" person on the train.



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Police presence in place at Darien train stations

While the manhunt continues in Boston this morning, Darien police were present at the Darien train station around 9:15 a.m. looking for what a conductor described as a "suspicious" person on the train.



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Improved training key to Staples rugby's turnaround

... the Wreckers to a 2-0 start. The Wreckers opened their year with a 22-15 win at Cheshire on March 27, then defeated Darien 31-12 on April 5. Barahona said that the team brought in two trainers -- Jeff Lauzon , a wrestling coach, and Gio Pagliari -- ...



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Conn. Trains Searched For Boston Marathon Bombing Suspect

Authorities in Connecticut said they searched trains in Norwalk and Darien for one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects but didn't find anything.



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St. Joseph unable to overcome Darien's quick start

Quickly putting Tuesday's disappointing loss against archrival New Canaan in its rearview mirror, the Darien boys lacrosse team rattled off five goals in the first seven minutes of its home game with St.



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Trains stopped in Norwalk and Darien Conn. amid search for Boston Marathon suspect

Trains in Norwalk and Darien, Conn., were searched Friday morning following reports that one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects may be on board, the Associated Press reported.



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Police Search Train in Norwalk; Suspected 2nd Bomber's Vehicle Recovered in Boston

For more updates on this story, visit Norwalk Patch . Update 12:12 p.m.: A second train was stopped at 9:15 a.m. at the Darien railroad station and searched by Darien police and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Emergency Services Unit, Darien police announced this morning.



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Police Search Amtrak Train in Norwalk, Head to Darien

... 45 minutes due to the police activity. The Hour reports that police after giving the all-clear in Norwalk headed for Darien train station.



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Darien Police, Following Norwalk, Also Search Train

DARIEN, Conn. Darien police also searched a train Friday morning for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, following a similar search earlier Friday morning by Norwalk police.



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Trains stopped in Norwalk, Darien in search for Boston suspect

... e lockdown of the entire Boston metropolitan area. Kulhawik said a second train was also reported and was searched in Darien. "Because of what happened in Boston and the level of violence, that is why you saw such a large response," Kulhawik said.



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Trains stopped in Norwalk, Darien

This photo released Friday, April 19, 2013 by the Federal Bureau of Investigation shows a suspect that officials identified as Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, being sought by police in the Boston Marathon bombings Monday.



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Duo starts summer program

... and surfing in the afternoon. The program is the creation of Jeff Sharpe , of New Canaan, and Anne Fenton , of Darien, who now live and work in Brooklyn. The program offers a three-week session on Ecuadorian coast and the Andean highlands, which ...



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Conn. trains searched fora

Authorities in Connecticut say they searched trains in Norwalk and Darien for one of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects but didn't find anything.



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Trains stopped in Norwalk, Darien in search for Boston suspect

... t find a suspect among the 93 passengers on board. Kulhawik said a second train was also reported and was searched in Darien....



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All Clear on Stopped Boston to NY Train

... A. Tsarnaev, 19. The alert came from a passenger, according to police. Later, police also searched a train in Darien, also with no suspect found, according to police. Police later said that a search of the train stopped in Norwalk had failed to find ...



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Trains stopped in Norwalk, Darien in search for Boston suspect

Police received a call from Boston authorities about a possible suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing on board an Amtrak Acela train from South Station.



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Police Search Amtrak Train in Norwalk, Head to Darien

Police in Norwalk on the morning of April 19 boarded an Amtrak Acela train at South Norwalk train station, as authorities up the rail line in Boston search for a second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings.



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Trains stopped in Norwalk, Darien in search for Boston suspect

... t find a suspect among the 93 passengers on board. Kulhawik said a second train was also reported and was searched in Darien....



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Darien forecast: Gray day, stormy night

Fog and drizzle are clouding early-morning hours today, setting the stage for more clouds and possible storms tonight, according to the National Weather Service.



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Darien forecast: Gray day, stormy night

Fog and drizzle are clouding early-morning hours today, setting the stage for more clouds and possible storms tonight, according to the National Weather Service .



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Obituary: Elizabeth B. Bykowski, 74

Elizabeth B. Bykowski, a resident of Darien, CT and formerly of Port Chester, died on April 17, 2013.



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What To Do In And Around Darien This Weekend

DARIEN, Conn. Here's a look at some events happening in and around Darien this weekend.



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Open Houses In Darien This Weekend

... ur Real Estate page to see a full listing of open houses, with days and times, and to see homes that recently sold in Darien.



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Darien Chamber of Commerce Seeks New Members

Members of the Darien Chamber of Commerce at its recent Holiday party. The chamber is seeking to add new member during the month of May.



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St. Joseph unable to overcome Darien's quick start

Darien's Kyle Cornell takes a shot during Thursday's lacrosse game against St. Joseph at Darien High School on April 18, 2013.



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Thursday, April 18, 2013

Staples boys lacrosse pulls away from Glastonbury in aggressive contest

... happen. We just had to battle through it." Things will likely get tougher for the Wreckers, who face New Canaan and Darien in their next two games. The Wreckers will work on refining their all-around abilities heading into those contests. "A good ...



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Memoir charts growing up in cash-strapped Astor mansion

Alexandra Aldrich will be talking about her memoir "The Astor Orphan" at the Barrett Bookstore in Darien on May 1 and the Wilton Library on May 9. Photo: Contributed Photo Alexandra Aldrich's "The Astor Orphan" is about a cash poor branch of the famously rich American family.



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Coachella 2013 at a glance: Moby to perform a DJ set tonight in Sahara Tent

Darien, Connecticut's Moby will take the stage for a DJ set at 9:55 tonight inside the Sahara Tent at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival for the second and final weekend after performing last Saturday.



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Scott Pelley to headline Celebrity Breakfast fundraiser

New Covenant House of Hospitality , a soup kitchen serving lower Fairfield County, will host its ninth annual Celebrity Breakfast fundraiser on Tuesday, April 23, at Woodway Country Club of Darien .



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Latest Darien property transfers; Cross Road house sells for $2.2M

The following Darien property transfers were recorded by the Town Clerk's office from April 4-9. 23 Cross Road: Virginia T. Moynahan to Katherine G. Stein, $2,200,000. 10 Overbrook Lane: AnnW.



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New Canaan, Darien duo start summer program in Ecuador

... and surfing in the afternoon. The program is the creation of Jeff Sharpe, of New Canaan, and Anne Fenton, of Darien, who now live and work in Brooklyn. The program offers a three-week session on Ecuadorian coast and the Andean highlands, which ...



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New Canaan, Darien duo start summer program in Ecuador

... and surfing in the afternoon. The program is the creation of Jeff Sharpe , of New Canaan, and Anne Fenton , of Darien, who now live and work in Brooklyn. The program offers a three-week session on Ecuadorian coast and the Andean highlands, which ...



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Ellen Dunn appointed new Darien High School principal

Ellen Dunn was selected as the new Darien High School principal. She will start on July 1. Photo: Megan Spicer For the past 25 years in Darien, Ellen Dunn has succeeded in the positions she filled, moving from biology teacher, to head of the science department , to assistant principal to her latest accomplishment, the principal of Darien High ... (more)



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Planning and Zoning Chairman Fred Conze resigns

... and Development, our objective has been and will continue to be the preservation of the residential character of Darien to the benefit of us all. "The issues on the horizon for the Town are both short and long term in nature. Just how the Commission ...



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Couple Accused Of Smuggling Guatemalan Baby Into U.S.

A married couple have been charged with conspiring to smuggle an infant from Guatemala into the United States in 2009.



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Darien forecast: Clouds, showers on the way

Fair skies this morning are expected to give way to clouds later, setting the stage for periods of potential precipitation over the next several days, according to the National Weather Service.



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Darien forecast: Clouds, showers on the way

Fair skies this morning are expected to give way to clouds later, setting the stage for periods of potential precipitation over the next several days, according to the National Weather Service .



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Treadmill workouts: Four fun, boredom-busting indoor routines

... few minutes. Next, see how long you can go at 85 percent of your MHR. Tom Holland, a triathlete and physiologist in Darien, Conn., suggests watching a 30-minute TV program, like the nightly news. Increase your speed so that you're running hard ...



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Darien Hurricane Sandy Repair Costs Approach $1 Million

DARIEN, Conn. Clean up and repairs to Weed Beach and other areas of Darien as a result of damage from last fall's Hurricane Sandy are expected to cost between $900,000 and $1 million, accord to Deputy Fire Marshal Marc McEwan.



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Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Oxford boys volleyball team taking game to a new level

... ready for states." "This offseason we actually got scrimmages against Staples, Ridgefield and big name schools like Darien and Greenwich that are going to help us get ready for the playoffs." The fact that Oxford, which won its first SWC title last ...



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Darien boy state geography champ

He should. As a finalist in the Connecticut Geography Bee, he has sat upon it five years in a row now.



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Fairfield boys volleyball team takes down Darien in straight sets

... win to date. Keyed by Emilio Renzulli's 18 kills, 10 service points, nine digs and three aces, Fairfield blitzed Darien 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-20) on Wednesday at Fairfield Warde High School . "It was probably the toughest competition we've seen so ...



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Fairfield volleyball team takes down Darien

... win to date. Keyed by Emilio Renzulli's 18 kills, 10 service points, nine digs and three aces, Fairfield blitzed Darien 3-0 (25-18, 25-16, 25-20) on Wednesday at Fairfield Warde High School . "It was probably the toughest competition we've seen so ...



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Summit Medical Group in Berkeley Heights welcomes pediatrician, Nicole Garcia

... Board certified in pediatrics, Garcia was an attending pediatrician in private practice with The Healthy Child in Darien, Conn. She has been a member of the Yale New Haven Hospital Quality Improvement Project Committee and Co-director of the ...



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Frederic Axel Ohrn, 70, Native Of Darien

Ohrn was born Jan 6, 1943, in Darien to Axel and Linnea Mattsson Ohrn. He graduated from Darien High School.



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Two accused of taking chiller

... day. Identification was taken from LaJoie's and determined to be that of James, police said. James learned that the Darien police were asking about him so both he and Bruce decided to return to Sanda's Cleaners to attempt to rectify the situation, ...



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Trumbull scores all five runs with two outs in win over Darien

Brendan Donahue of Darien successfully steals second base under the tag of Trumbull's James DeNomme during baseball action in Darien on Monday.



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Wife of man linked to Texas prosecutors' killings arrested

Kim Williams, wife of a former Texas justice of the peace arrested for making threats of violence, was also arrested early on Wednesday in Kaufman County, Texas, jail records show.



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Manchester Workers To Prepare Home For Local Disabled Veteran

Police officers, firefighters and public works employees are to gather Saturday morning at 14 Cornell St.



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Investors adapting portfolios to volatile environment

... strategies and in-house consulting/solutions teams, said David J. Bauer, partner at Casey, Quirk & Associates LLC, Darien, Conn., a consultant to investment firms. "The challenge to wrapping your head around volatility management is that the area is ...



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Darien forecast: Gradually clearing after early showers

After scattered early-morning showers and clouds, skies across southwestern Connecticut today will gradually clear and temperatures will rise to the upper-60s. Odds of light, early-morning precipitation are about 50 percent, according to the National Weather Service .



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Darien forecast: Gradually clearing after early showers

After scattered early-morning showers and clouds, skies across southwestern Connecticut today will gradually clear and temperatures will rise to the upper-60s. Odds of light, early-morning precipitation are about 50 percent, according to the National Weather Service.



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Darien House Helped Launch Career Of Architect Richard Meier

One of the world's most renowned architects, Richard Meier, told Architectural Digest this month that designing and building Darien's Smith House in 1967 was a watershed moment that helped launch his career.



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Four fun, boredom-busting indoor routines

... few minutes. Next, see how long you can go at 85 per cent of your MHR. Tom Holland, a triathlete and physiologist in Darien, Conn., suggests watching a 30-minute TV program, like the nightly news. Increase your speed so that you're running hard ...



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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

New Canaan routs Darien behind strong defense, three goals by Stanton, Kraus

Behind a monster third quarter, the New Canaan boys lacrosse team turned another would-be classic with archrival Darien into a lopsided 9-4 victory, its fifth in a row to begin its FCIAC title defense.



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New Canaan routs Darien behind strong defense, three goals by Stanton, Kraus

New Canaan high school's Michael Kraus winds up to take a shot on Darien high school goalie Phil Huffard in a boys lacrosse game played at New Canaan high school, New Canaan CT on Tuesday April 16th, 2013.



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Exterminator sentenced for swiping gems

... count of second-degree larceny for the thefts of the stones out of his customer's rings in Stamford, Greenwich, Darien and New Canaan. Senior Assistant State's Attorney Paul Ferencek said it was difficult to estimate the actual values of the stones ...



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B-Sens' Jessiman a big presence on and off the ice

... before living in Hong Kong for a year, returning to the Upper East Side of Manhattan and then finally settling in Darien, Conn., at the age of 6. He grew up in a close-knit family, headed by his parents, Alistair and Laura. The oldest of three ...



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Darien softball team falls to St. Joseph

... the FCIAC softball title to enter an early showdown with two losses apiece. But that is the position St. Joseph and Darien found themselves in when they met Saturday afternoon. And perhaps it was an indication that not all similar records are built ...



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Darien runner crosses finish line 25 feet from explosion

Flowers and a message are left on Newbury Street April 16, 2013 in Boston, Massachusetts, a few blocks from where two explosions struck near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday.



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Kerry Kennedy to speak

... of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights , will be the keynote speaker as part of the YWCA Darien/Norwalk's Stand Against Racism Week, April 21-28. The event takes place at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 25, at the Wee Burn ...



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Rail security heightened after bombing

... "NYPD is also on alert and indicated they will give additional attention to the subway system." David Seymour of Darien said he was reassured to see police are more visible at the rail station as he prepared to board an Amtrak Acela bound for ...



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Kerry Kennedy to keynote at Darien/Norwalk YWCA event

... of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights , will be the keynote speaker as part of the YWCA Darien/Norwalk's Stand Against Racism Week, April 21-28. The event takes place at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 25, at the Wee Burn ...



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What's playing / Arden Anderson-Broecking

... 6, Russian pianist Maxim Pakhomov 's playing made that happen for a large audience at First Congregational Church in Darien. It's an acoustically graceful space, if not a vast one, with a superb piano. Concerts are presented there several times a ...



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What's playing / Arden Anderson-Broecking

... 6, Russian pianist Maxim Pakhomov's playing made that happen for a large audience at First Congregational Church in Darien. It's an acoustically graceful space, if not a vast one, with a superb piano. Concerts are presented there several times a ...



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Area runners witnesses tragedy

... rearview mirrors, others were beneath the scene on the subway and many were still on the course. Tammy Hughes , of Darien, had just crossed the finish line at 2:47 p.m. when she heard the first explosion. Hughes was walking to get her race medal ...



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Darien forecast: A bit warmer, but showers possible

It will be another day with at least partly cloudy conditions in southwestern Connecticut, but temperatures should be a bit warmer than yesterday as they rise to the mid-60s. The National Weather Service says it will also be a breezy day, with a south wind 10 to 15 mph in the morning, gusting as high as 29 mph later.



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Darien runner crosses finish line 25 feet from explosion

Two explosions went off at the Boston Marathon today killing three and injuring more than 130, according to Boston police.



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Darien forecast: A bit warmer, but showers possible

It will be another day with at least partly cloudy conditions in southwestern Connecticut, but temperatures should be a bit warmer than yesterday as they rise to the mid-60s. The National Weather Service says it will also be a breezy day, with a south wind 10 to 15 mph in the morning, gusting as high as 29 mph later.



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Darien Patch Picture of the Day: Swans at Ring's End Bridge

"The bridge was originally wooden and in 1895 was rebuilt of iron. In 1930 the bridge was reconstructed of stone and is presently called Ring's End Bridge." - from the "Town Seal" Web page on the Darien town website



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Man, 55, Charged with DUI on Post Road

A 55-year-old man was intoxicated when he drove an SUV on the wrong side of the street in downtown Darien Sunday, police said.



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Connecticut Gas Prices Fall Another Five Cents

... than a year ago and 13.8 cents cheaper than last month For information on gas prices at various places in and around Darien, see the Darien Patch Commute section . Editor's note: This article previously was published by Mansfield-Storrs Patch and ...



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Crews on Streets Tuesday at These Darien Spots

Darien police say traffic may be slowed or obstructed by work of some kind at these points around town : Tokeneke Road Highfield Lane 35 Leroy Ave.



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Rescue Horses Pay it Forward on Darien-Norwalk Line

... her free time is all about horses. Meenan runs " Wishes for Horses ," a non-profit on Richards Ave., near the Norwalk-Darien town line. Her all-volunteer group teaches horseback riding and care, as well as mucks stalls, cleans bridles and saddles, ...



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Letter: Job Growth Must Be Top Priority In Darien, State

The Darien Daily Voice accepts signed, original letters to the editor. We reserve the right to edit submissions, but we respectfully ask that you keep your correspondence under 500 words.



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Monday, April 15, 2013

5 Darien Runners Finished Boston Marathon Before Explosions

There were 11 runners from Darien in the Boston Marathon Monday. Five of them are known to have finished before the explosions, according to the race website.



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Athletes of the Week

... Recorded 29 assists and one dig in a 3-0 win over Trumbull on April 10. Had 45 assists and two digs in a 3-0 win over Darien on April 12. Accomplishment: Tied a school record with a 1-over par 38 in wins over Darien and Fairfield Ludlowe at ...



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Trumbull scores all five runs with two outs in win over Darien

Behind some timely two-out hitting and a seven-strikeout performance by starting pitcher Ryan Bayuk , Trumbull picked up its second straight victory, a 5-1 decision at Darien High School Monday morning.



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North Korean Agitator Alienates His Allies

One unlikely benefit of the North Korea crisis is that the world may be getting fed up with the country's pugnacious young leader, Kim Jong Un .



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Darien runner crosses finish line 25 feet from explosion

Two explosions went off at the Boston Marathon today killing two and injuring 64 according to the Boston Globe, according to Boston police.



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Darien runner crosses finish line 25 feet from explosion

... of multiple undetonated explosive devices around Boston. Bill Mongovan , one of the owners of the Runner's Roost in Darien, said his thoughts went to the explosion at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. "It doesn't really seem real," Mongovan said as he ...



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Cops: 2 Men Tried to Sell Pot to Middle School Kids

... people that they were lost and without money, then they tried to sell marijuana to some students, police said. Darien police gave this account of the incident: Bryan Lopez, 23, of the Bronx and Neri Lopez, 31, of Bridgeport entered the school and ...



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Trumbull scores all five runs with two outs in win over Darien

Behind some timely two-out hitting and a seven-strikeout performance by starting pitcher Ryan Bayuk , Trumbull picked up its second straight victory, a 5-1 decision at Darien High School Monday morning.



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SLIDESHOW: A Collection of Man Caves Submitted by Our Readers

... (fully stocked), pool table, poker table and plenty of couch space to watch the flatscreen TV. Vincent Sciarretta, Darien, Connecticut: This 300-square-foot, smoking sanctuary is decorated in cherry millwork and solid fieldstone cut from the ...



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House Calls / Dr. Michael Schwartz

... -- it could save your life. Dr. Michael Schwartz is board certified in internal medicine with a private practice in Darien. For comments or questions, please visit his website at www.drmichaelbschwartz.com. Many individuals with high blood pressure ...



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Psychologist explains gifted children's traits, intensities to Darien group

Darien Advocates for the Education of the Gifted hosted its annual luncheon at Wee Burn Country Club on April 5, featuring guest speaker Susan T. Berry, a clinical psychologist.



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Darien, Lindley hold off Wilton lacrosse

Wilton's Michael Burns takes a shot on the Darien goal during their game at Wilton High School on Thursday, April 11, 2013.



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Psychologist explains gifted children's traits, intensities to Darien group

The DAEG, Darien Advocates for the Education of the Gifted, hosted its annual luncheon at Wee Burn Country Club on April 5. Above, IDEA district coordinator Dale Wagner with Dr.



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Family Centers to raffle off 1951 convertible

... volunteers work together to provide a wide range of responsive, innovative programs. A United Way, Community Fund of Darien and New Canaan Community Foundation partner agency, Family Centers is a member of the Connecticut Council of Family Service ...



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Six to headline New Canaan's AAUW Book and Author Luncheon

... of the American Association of University Women at 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, April 25, at Woodway Country Club in Darien. In " Thomas Jefferson 's Creme Brulee," Bethel resident Thomas J. Craughwell tells a tale of culinary history that changed ...



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Dave Brubeck to be remembered at fundraising gala

Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County will celebrate the life and music of the late jazz great Dave Brubeck at a gala fundraising event on Saturday, April 27, at Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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Prepping service pups

... of Easton for the Guiding Eyes for the Blind's foster puppy program. Photo: Jarret Liotta Cailey Martin, 12, of Darien, spends a moment talking with Sadie, her 7-month-old black Lab that she and her family are raising over the next year or so as ...



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Top Stories of the Week in Darien: April 8 to 14

These are the most important, most talked about or most read stories in Darien this past week: Reported first on Monday: Copper downspouts were stolen from two homes on Tokeneke Trail, Darien police said.



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Who's Hiring Around Darien

To find out more about these job openings, each of which has been posted in the Darien Patch "Jobs" section , click on the link at the end of each summary.



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Darien forecast: Overcast, cool

The daytime high temperature is expected to register in the mid-50s today, with an east wind 5 to 9 mph.



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Fairfield County Celebrates Legacy of Newtown's Jesse Lewis

... grief, and worked tirelessly to make sure his legacy is not forgotten. Jesse's mother, Scarlett Lewis, who grew up in Darien, remembers her youngest son. "He is sweet, loving and kind. I don't use the past tense when I talk about Jesse. He is larger ...



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Hiding from Police Officers? Exposed Feet Can be a Giveaway

According to Darien Police: A few weeks after a dating relationship ended between a Darien woman and a 28-year-old Norwalk man, he repeatedly called and texted her.



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See Darien's Recent Home Sales

DARIEN, Conn. Curious about the amount that homes recently sold for in Darien? The following are the recent sales of homes in town, as reported by the town clerk's office.



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Investors adapting portfolios to volatile environment

... strategies and in-house consulting/solutions teams, said David J. Bauer, partner at Casey, Quirk & Associates LLC, Darien, Conn., a consultant to investment firms. "The challenge to wrapping your head around volatility management is that the area is ...



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Sunday, April 14, 2013

Peter Land becomes SVP at AOLThe former PepsiCo man will lead the...

... Brand activation agency Alcone has named Janet Greenberg director of creative services, based in the company's Darien, Conn., office. Greenberg has previously held creative services positions at SaatchiX and Iris Worldwide. The Weather Channel has ...



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FCIAC boys lacrosse preview: FCIAC as competitive as ever

For more than two decades, Darien, Wilton and New Canaan dominated the FCIAC boys lacrosse scene.



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Farmboys Smokin' BBQ: Memphis-style at its best

... England and launched Farmboys Smokin' BBQ. Though he and his wife, Stacey, live in Danbury, Farmboys' kitchen is in Darien. Matt Lombardo's friend, Chris Sparaco, helps with the catering business. "This is a labor of love," said pit master Lombardo. ...



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Farmboys Smokin' BBQ: Memphis-style at its best

... England and launched Farmboys Smokin' BBQ. Though he and his wife, Stacey, live in Danbury, Farmboys' kitchen is in Darien. Matt Lombardo's friend, Chris Sparaco , helps with the catering business. "This is a labor of love," said pit master ...



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Darienite named to board of NYC benefit fund

Peter Zaffino , of Darien, has been appointed to the board of directors of the New York Police and Fire Widows' and Children's Benefit Fund .



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Latest Darien property transfers; Tulip Tree house sells for $2.4M

Latest Darien property transfers; Tulip Tree house sells for $2.4M The following Darien property transfers were recorded by the Town Clerk's office from March 28-April 3:



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Investors Association Journal Editor Speaks Thursday in Darien

... Association of Individual Investors at 7 p.m., Thursday, April 18. The event will take place at Giovanni's II in Darien. Rotblut, who manages AAII's widely followed Investor Sentiment Survey, will address the topic, "Smart Investing: Seeking Reward ...



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2 More Copper Downspouts Reported Missing

... initial police report was filed on Tuesday, April 2, had been missing since at least March 27, the owner reported to Darien police .



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Police: Man, 41, Spit on Sister, Ransacked Her Bedroom

A 41-year-old man in an argument with his sister last Sunday spit on her and ransacked her bedroom, Darien police said.



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Westport Home Sold for $2.15 Million

These are the most expensive houses recently sold in Darien and elsewhere in the area, according to the most recent property transfers recorded in town clerks' offices.



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Darien Man Texts, Calls and Climbs Through Windows for Love in Omg PD

According to Darien Police: A few weeks after a dating relationship ended between a Darien woman and a 28-year-old Norwalk man, he repeatedly called and texted her.



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Carruthers' double lifts Darien baseball to walk-off win over McMahon

Darien's Thomas Carruthers had been itching to return to the baseball diamond after dislocating his pinkie on his non-throwing hand in a loss to New Canaan on April 18.



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Darien's Top Stories Of The Week

DARIEN, Conn. In case you haven't been checking out The Darien Daily Voice every day this week, here is some of what you may have missed.



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Saturday, April 13, 2013

Darien man's next challenge after beating cancer

... and bone cancer. "Over the course of the year, he became a strong mentor for me," said Matson, who grew up in Darien and was appointed vice president of operations at Darien High School during his senior year. The ride, called the 4k for Cancer, ...



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