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Saturday, August 31, 2013

Two actors to lead DAC workshop

Nick Sadler, who trained at Juilliard-trained and has worked in film, television and theater for the past 20 years, will co-lead a workshop for young actors at the Darien Arts Center.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Two-actors-to-lead-DAC-workshop-4777882.php

Advisory commission established to handle affordable housing fees

... groundwork for fee-in-lieu, and obviously they weren't sure which developments were coming their way," Ginsberg said. Darien received a moratorium from compliance with state statute 8-30g in 2010. The statute allows developers to bypass local zoning ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Advisory-commission-established-to-handle-4777883.php

Darien forecast: Rain likely to cloud holiday weekend

You might have to labor a bit to enjoy the outdoors this holiday weekend, as the National Weather Service has increased the odds of precipitation today and over the next several days.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Rain-likely-to-cloud-holiday-4777302.php

Darien Event To Help Local Businesswomen Connect

The event, which will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Andrew Stefanou Salon & Spa, 25 Old Kings Hwy # 27, Darien, will be broken into workshops where experts in nutrition, wardrobe management, online marketing and an author will share their secrets to success.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/business/darien-event-help-local-businesswomen-connect

Open Houses In Darien This Weekend

DARIEN, Conn. Regis Saget's dream as a young chef in France was to come to the United States to work.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/open-houses-darien-weekend-16

Friday, August 30, 2013

Police Find Pot Smokers, Not Boozers at DUI Checkpoint

Darien police conducting a DUI checkpoint on Hoyt Street on the night of Aug. 22 to Aug. 23 said they found five drivers with a small amount of marijuana rather than people driving while under the influence of alcohol.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-find-pot-smokers-not-boozers-at-dui-checkpoint

Darien asked to loan Allen O'Neill development $250,000

The Allen O'Neill housing development will receive a $250,000 loan from Darien, pending Board of Finance and Representative Town Meeting approval.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-asked-to-loan-Allen-O-Neill-development-4775562.php

Latest Darien property transfers; $4.2M sale on Wee Burn Lane

The following property transfers were recorded by the Darien town clerk's office Aug. 14-22: Michael Vessels and Tara Vessels to Michael Carey Cling and Janet Yong Cling, $4,200,000 Michael J. Flaherty and Christine Y. Flaherty to McLaren Family LLC, $1,650,000 14 Colony Road:



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/realestate/article/Latest-Darien-property-transfers-4-2M-sale-on-4774799.php

Coming off of strong run in state tournament, Darien girls soccer team wants more in 2013

Julia Black, co-captain of the Darien High School girls soccer team, during practice at Darien High School on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/articleGallery/Coming-off-of-strong-run-in-state-tournament-4769763.php

On the market: A prime location

The Colonial at 10 Glen Gorham Lane in Darien, on the market for $4.7 million, is surrounded by woods and near Gorham's Pond.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/On-the-market-A-prime-location-4774795.php

New Chef Brings International Experience To Darien Restaurant

DARIEN, Conn. Regis Saget's dream as a young chef in France was to come to the United States to work.



via Darien Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/new-chef-brings-international-experience-darien-restaurant

Darien forecast: No holiday from precipitation

There's a "chance" of showers today and through this Labor Day weekend, with the greatest threat of precipitation on the holiday itself, according to the National Weather Service .



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-No-holiday-from-precipitation-4773892.php

What To Do Around Greenwich This Weekend

... Vals Putnam Wines and Liquors of Greenwich , 125 W. Putnam Ave., Greenwich. Flags Across America: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Darien native and artist Robert Carley made it his quest to capture the American spirit by taking photographs of Old Glory in many ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-greenwich-weekend-5

Darien YMCA, EMS Post 53 To Hold Day Of CPR Training

DARIEN, Conn. Darien EMS-Post 53 and the Darien YMCA will present Hands for Life Darien, a day of hands-only CPR training Sept.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/darien-ymca-ems-post-53-hold-day-cpr-training

What's Open/Closed In Darien For Labor Day

With Labor Day coming up, several places around Darien will be closed or operating on a different schedule.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/whats-openclosed-darien-labor-day

What To Do Around Darien This Weekend

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



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-darien-weekend-3

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Darien boys soccer team ready to roll after 118-player tryout for varsity

Henrick Stockinger, co-captain of the Darien High School boys soccer team, during practice at Darien High School on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-boys-soccer-team-ready-to-roll-after-4772386.php

Trending: Where day care breaks the bank

... home at the dining room table as her kids, Amanda, 10, left, and Tim, 13, right, work on homework nearby in their Darien home on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. Photo: Lindsay Perry Nancy Nessel works from home at the dining room table as her kids, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Trending-Where-day-care-breaks-the-bank-4752845.php

Discovery Hours returns to St. Luke's

After a summer break, Saint Luke's Church in Darien is returning to its weekly program of Discovery Hours each Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Parish Hall, 1864 Post Road.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Discovery-Hours-returns-to-St-Luke-s-4772293.php

New Ludlowe coach planting seeds for success

... coach in April, Vince Camera didn't promise the Falcons would immediately join Staples, Greenwich, New Canaan and Darien on their perches as the top teams in the FCIAC. He'd like Fairfield Ludlowe to get there one day, for sure. But as the two-a-day ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/article/New-Ludlowe-coach-planting-seeds-for-success-4772213.php

NOrwalk Woman charged in burglary

... a home burglary in June after police found the missing items near her home. At approximately 10:15 a.m. June 25, Darien police arrived at a Talmadge Hill Road residence on the report of a burglary, which was believed to have happened the night ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Woman-charged-in-Darien-burglary-4764276.php

DUI Charge for Man, 19, After 5:30 AM Crash into Phone Pole

... into a utility pole at about 5:30 a.m. The car's airbags deployed, and he had only minor injuries, police said. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident: Erwin Martinez of Matthew Street in Stamford was ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/dui-charge-for-man-19-after-530-am-crash-into-phone-pole

Town seeks to purchase portion of cemetery property

A path from the Town Hall campus to the Darien Police headquarters and public library is a suggested use for the 1.245 acres the town is looking to purchase from the Spring Grove Cemetery.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Town-seeks-to-purchase-portion-of-cemetery-4770708.php

Girls soccer wants more

Julia Black, co-captain of the Darien High School girls soccer team, during practice at Darien High School on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Coming-off-of-strong-run-in-state-tournament-4769763.php

Darien School Board Seeks Special Ed Parents For Committee

The Darien Board of Education is seeking parents of special education students to serve on the Search Committee for the Independent Person to Oversee Special Education.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/schools/darien-school-board-seeks-special-ed-parents-committee

Tag Sales In And Around Darien

135 Woodridge Ave. in Fairfield is hosting a yard sale between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/tag-sales-planned-fairfield-county-3

Darien Police: 'Kidnapping' Story Used In Phone Scam

Darien police are asking the public to be aware of a telephone scam where the victims are told that a family member is the subject of a kidnapping or hostage scenario.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/darien-police-kidnapping-story-used-phone-scam

Darien forecast: Fairly nice, but ...

Today is expected to be mostly sunny, but the National Weather Service says there is a slight chance of daytime showers.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Fairly-nice-but-4770257.php

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

From desks to beds: Landlords convert offices into apartments

... also in Stamford, have converted office buildings to apartment complexes. "We've done three in Stamford and one in Darien," Freedman said, noting that the first conversion was in 2009 when he turned a 32,000-square-foot Stamford office building at ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/realestate/article/From-desks-to-beds-Landlords-convert-offices-4769682.php

The Running Doctor: Westport 10-Mile Road Race

... 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. On Saturday, the summer series will ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/The-Running-Doctor-Westport-10-Mile-Road-Race-4769235.php

The Running Doctor: Westport 10-Mile Road Race

... 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. The event has been sponsored in ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/The-Running-Doctor-Westport-10-Mile-Road-Race-4769234.php

Police: Man, 20, Appeared Threatening in Domestic Incident

... drop a shard of a plate he'd just broken at his home, then was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge, police said. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the matter: At 10:38 p.m. Saturday the father of the ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-man-20-appeared-threatening-in-domestic-incident

Man charged in domestic dispute

Alex MacLachlan , 20, of 221 West Ave., Darien, was arrested Aug. 24 on charges of disorderly conduct and failure to comply to being finger printed in connection with a domestic dispute.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Man-charged-in-domestic-dispute-4768428.php

District goals and objectives for 2013-14 approved

... occur around Columbus Day. DeFrancis was hired during a state Bureau of Special Education investigation into the Darien schools' special education program in response to a complaint filed by parents with the state Department of Education. The ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/District-goals-and-objectives-for-2013-14-approved-4768421.php

Norwalk woman charged in Darien burglary

... a home burglary in June after police found the missing items near her home. At approximately 10:15 a.m. June 25, Darien police arrived at a Talmadge Hill Road residence on the report of a burglary, which was believed to have happened the night ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Norwalk-woman-charged-in-Darien-burglary-4767913.php

Darien football team ready to deal with graduation losses, tougher schedule in 2013

Darien High School Head Football Coach Rob Trifone chats with an assistant during media day at DHS.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/articleGallery/Darien-football-team-ready-to-deal-with-4757337.php

Four entrepreneurs to reveal success secrets

... success, at a workshop from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9, at Andrew Stefanou Salon & Spa , 25 Old Kings Highway, Darien. The event will be broken into smaller workshops, featuring experts in nutrition, wardrobe management and online marketing, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Four-entrepreneurs-to-reveal-success-secrets-4767704.php

DHS graduate's creation going to the dogs

Heidi is content to wear a Doggy Dickey, designed by Darien High School graduate Lindsay Calastro McGraw, who is competing in a contest sponsored by Walmart to have her product on the shelves there.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/DHS-graduate-s-creation-going-to-the-dogs-4767694.php

French Fry Burger

Forget the old-fashioned hamburger with a side of fries. This fall, Burger King is offering a burger with the fries built right in.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/la-fi-mo-burger-king-fry-burger-20130827,0,2356.story

Bryan Cranston

"Breaking Bad" star Bryan Cranston may have been cast in the role of Lex Luthor in the "Man of Steel" sequel, according to reports.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/zap-bryan-cranston-cast-as-lex-luthor-in-man-of-st-20130824,0,5979762.story

King's 'Dream' Speech

Remembering King's 1963 dream speech, thousands gather at the foot of the Lincoln Memorial to declare the task is not done.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/sns-rt-us-usa-dream-ring-20130827,0,7223800.story

Darien forecast: Warm, maybe a little wet

Skies will be cloudy most of the day, with isolated showers possible between after noontime, as the temperature rises to a high in the mid-80s.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Warm-maybe-a-little-wet-4766812.php

Darien Yoga Studio To Host Week-Long Benefit For Soldiers

DARIEN, Conn. Lexy Stauffer knows she can't do much for her brother Christian directly, as he's more than 6,500 miles from her work in Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/darien-yoga-studio-host-week-long-benefit-soldiers

First County Bank Foundation Gives $52,000 To New Canaan Groups

The First County Bank Foundation recently distributed a total of $80,484 in grants to 15 nonprofits in Darien and New Canaan.



via Darien Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/first-county-bank-foundation-gives-52000-new-canaan-groups

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Cheeseboy Open at Darien's I-95 Rest Stop

Got a hankering for a grilled cheese sandwich, maybe with a little something extra in it, like tomato and basil? That's just the most basic grilled cheese sandwich at Cheeseboy, a chain that has opened one of the several restaurant counters in the rebuilt Darien North rest stop on Interstate 95 northbound lanes between Exits 12 and 13. For more ... (more)



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/cheeseboy-open-at-dariens-i95-rest-stop

Darien's CST50 offers cardio, strength and toning in 50 minutes

Felice Marcy, right, and Annabel Marisca are the co-owners of CST 50 in Darien, the area's territory for the Megaformer, a piece of exercise equipment that gives high-level cardio and muscle workouts with low impact of stress on the body.



via Darien Newswire http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Darien-s-CST50-offers-cardio-strength-and-toning-4766052.php

Darienite joins Special Olympics board

In this role, DeCarolis will help lead the organization that provides year-round sports training and competition opportunities to individuals of all abilities.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darienite-joins-Special-Olympics-board-4765920.php

Woman charged in Darien burglary

Sharon Rotunda, 45, of 1 Elmcrest Terrace, Norwalk, was arrested Aug. 22 on charges of second-degree burglary, fifth-degree burglary and credit card theft following a home burglary in June after police found the missing items near her home. Photo: Contributed



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/articleGallery/Woman-charged-in-Darien-burglary-4764276.php

Woman charged in Darien burglary

... a home burglary in June after police found the missing items near her home. At approximately 10:15 a.m. June 25, Darien police arrived at a Talmadge Hill Road residence on the report of a burglary, which was believed to have happened the night ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Woman-charged-in-Darien-burglary-4764276.php

After crash, 19-year-old charged with DUI

... under the influence under the age of 21, operating with a suspended license and failure to drive right. At 5:30 a.m., Darien police said, officers were dispatched to Hollow Tree Ridge Road on a report of a motor vehicle accident. Upon arrival, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/After-crash-19-year-old-charged-with-DUI-4764153.php

Find A Job In Darien

DARIEN, Conn. A Stamford man was charged with driving while intoxicated after driving into a utility pole in Darien last week, police said.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-darien-6

Darien forecast: More scattered showers

Showers, the scattered leftovers of last night's rain across southwestern Connecticut, may fall periodically this morning and into afternoon, according to the National Weather Service .



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-More-scattered-showers-4763447.php

Driver Hits Pole, Charged With Drunk Driving In Darien

DARIEN, Conn. A Stamford man was charged with driving while intoxicated after driving into a utility pole in Darien last week, police said.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/driver-hits-pole-charged-drunk-driving-darien

Hip Hop Fashion Has Historical Roots

... be little in common with the life of an inner city gang banger in Oakland, CA and a middle class high school kid in Darien, CT, but it less about the content and more about the message. Music by, and for, the youth has always had an element of ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.prlog.org/12199956-hip-hop-fashion-has-historical-roots.html

Brad Richards energized to make up for disappointing season

... he said. On recommendation from Tampa Bay's Martin St. Louis, Richards spent the summer training with Ben Prentiss in Darien, Conn.. "[St. Louis] spoke highly of [Prentiss]," Richards said. "It was a good time to get a different view on things." ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/rangers/brad-richards-energized-to-make-up-for-disappointing-season-1.5962229

Monday, August 26, 2013

Convent's Spotless Health Inspection Report; Others Close

The following list shows what scores local food-serving establishments received under the state scoring system from Darien Health Department inspectors, the rating under the Darien system and the inspection date and comments by the inspectors as noted in inspection reports.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/convents-spotless-health-inspection-report-eateries-approach-perfection

Darien students head back to school

... said the school had a "great first day." Photo: Megan Spicer Summer vacation officially ended Monday morning as Darien students boarded the school buses for the first day of school. Check out some of our photos. Summer vacation officially ended ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-students-head-back-to-school-4762592.php

Viewpoint: He made it our struggle

... was part of the mosaic of the times. We weren't prejudiced in my town, I thought. But we also lived in a place - Darien, Conn., a suburb of New York City - that had conveniently removed itself from any threat of conflict. We didn't have any African ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.ledgertranscript.com/home/8172484-95/he-made-it-our-struggle

Train strikes car

... a.m. New Canaan-bound Metro-North Railroad commuter train struck the vehicle at about 10:15 a.m. Lance Choos, of Darien said the driver was his 19-year-old son Drew Choos , who was treated and released from Stamford Hospital for minor injuries ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/local/article/Train-strikes-car-at-unprotected-Stamford-crossing-4761358.php

Teen Escapes Serious Injury While Making U-Turn in Front of Train

... tracks in the Glenbrook neighborhood. According to Metro North spokeswoman Marjorie Anders, Drew Choos, 19, of Darien, was driving a 2008 Jeep Wrangler when he made a wrong turn into the Riverbend office park along Riverbend Drive South and started ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/teen-escapes-serious-injury-while-making-uturn-in-front-of-train

Leone, Tong to host foreclosure information forum

Sen. Carlo Leone (D-Stamford) and Rep. William Tong (D-Stamford, Darien), the co-chairmen of the legislature's Banks Committee, will host an informational meeting for homeowners on Connecticut's foreclosure mediation program. The public forum will be ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/realestate/Leone-Tong-to-host-foreclosure-information-forum20719.shtml

Train strikes car

... as being `minor.' Metro-North did not immediately confirm the driver's identity, but at the scene, Lance Choos of Darien said the driver was his 19-year-old son, Drew Choos , who had gone out to run an errand, but didn't know why he had driven into ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/local/article/Train-strikes-car-at-unprotected-Stamford-crossing-4761358.php

New Canaan-Darien Chamber Partnership Golf Outing Set for September

Announced Monday, the New Canaan and Darien Chamber Partnership Golf Outing is scheduled for Thursday, September 19, at the Country Club of Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://newcanaan.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/new-canaandarien-chamber-partnership-golf-outing-set-for-september

Darien Family Told Daughter Kidnapped, But It's a Scam

A Darien family was victimized by a cruel scam conducted by phone Wednesday when they received a call that their daughter had been kidnapped.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/darien-family-told-daughter-kidnapped-but-its-a-scam

John L. Runyon, 82, Former Westport Resident, Postal Employee

... son of Mefford Ross Runyon and Janet Benson, both of New Jersey. He was raised on Shippan Point in Stamford and later Darien. He graduated from Phillips Academy Andover in 1949, and Dartmouth College in 1953, where he was a brother of the Sigma Chi ...



via Darien Newswire http://westport.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/john-l-runyon-82-former-westport-resident-postal-employee

Darien Teen Struck By New Canaan-Bound Train In Stamford

... tracks in the Glenbrook neighborhood. According to Metro North spokeswoman Marjorie Anders, Drew Choos, 19, of Darien, was driving a 2008 Jeep Wrangler when he made a wrong turn into the Riverbend office park along Riverbend Drive South and started ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/editors-picks/p/darien-teen-struck-by-new-canaanbound-train-in-stamford_e22fcfbd

Planning group mulls merger mandate

... towns that make up the South Western Region Metropolitan Planning Organization -- including New Canaan, Stamford, and Darien -- will have to merge into a new council of governments by 2015 to administer federal funds filtered through state ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Planning-group-mulls-merger-mandate-4761583.php

URGENT: Volunteers Needed

... and work, a number of volunteer posts at VolunteerSquare.com partner agencies are empty and in need of your help. Darien-based Person-to-Person has just opened its new Norwalk location and that's where they could really use you. P2P Director of ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/rachel-reeses-blog/p/urgent-volunteers-needed

P2P receives $20,000 for food pantries

State Sen. Bob Duff , D-25, and other officials presented the Darien-based Person-to-Person with a $20,000 grant on Aug. 8 from the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority for the purchase of food for P2P's pantries.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/P2P-receives-20-000-for-food-pantries-4760963.php

What To Do In Greenwich This Week

... , 108 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich. Flags Across America: The Photographs Of Robert Carley: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Darien native and artist Robert Carley captures the American spirit by taking photographs of Old Glory in many different forms, ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-greenwich-week-24

Darien forecast: Rain is likely on tap

After a weekend of glorious late-summer weather, scattered showers are in today's forecast for southwestern Connecticut, according to the National Weather Service .



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Rain-is-likely-on-tap-4760748.php

What To Do In Darien This Week

Here are a few highlights of things to do in Darien this week. Check out our Events calendar for more items.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-darien-week-27

Westport Firm Sells Norwalk, Darien Restaurants

... the space and will open its new business soon. Backstreet Restaurant is a 1,500-square-foot space at 22 Center St., Darien. The new owners, The Third Rail Restaurant, have renovated the interior and outdoor dining space and already have reopened. ...



via Darien Newswire http://westport.dailyvoice.com/business/westport-firm-sells-norwalk-darien-restaurants

Booze trips to Port Chester and beach violate man's probation

A Norwalk man convicted for the sexual assault of a fellow Darien fire cadet in 2008 was arrested for violating his probation after his global positioning monitoring device showed he was making unauthorized trips for beer in Port Chester, N.Y. and to the beach over Memorial Day weekend.



via Darien Newswire http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Booze-trips-to-Port-Chester-and-beach-violate-1427858.php

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Unemployment Stats Top Darien's Week In News

DARIEN, Conn. Darien's latest unemployment rate and the state's strong test scores led Darien's news this week.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/unemployment-stats-top-dariens-week-news

Conspicuous Trio Suspected of Shoplifting from CVS

... hey somehow disappeared outside the store, leaving the cart with only a toothbrush and a case of Coca Cola in it, and Darien (assuming they left town) less racially diverse. The Asian man with the tattoos was wearing a black shirt.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/conspicuous-trio-suspected-of-shoplifting-from-cvs

Saturday, August 24, 2013

Debut novelist had help from famed writer

Famed novelist James Patterson convinced Darien native and writer Mary Simses to change the title of her new book from "The Letter" to "The Irresistible Blueberry Bakeshop & Cafe."



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Debut-novelist-had-help-from-famed-writer-4757957.php

Darien forecast: A bright, brisk late-summer weekend

With the season winding down, summer has saved some of its nicest days for this weekend, according to the National Weather Service .



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-A-bright-brisk-late-summer-4757922.php

Darien's Person-To-Person Prepares For Big Rig Fundraiser

... a new fundraiser called the "BigGER Rig Gig" that will take place on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Ox Ridge Hunt Club in Darien. The new fundraiser will be an adults-only event from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. and will include gourmet food trucks, live music ...



via Darien Newswire http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/dariens-person-person-prepares-big-rig-fundraiser

Friday, August 23, 2013

Darien football team ready to deal with graduation losses, tougher schedule in 2013

Darien High School Head Football Coach Rob Trifone chats with an assistant during media day at DHS.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Darien-football-team-ready-to-deal-with-4757337.php

Old Glory in all its glory

Darien native Robert Carley's exhibition "Flags Across America: The Photographs of Robert Carley" at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich continues through Sept.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Old-Glory-in-all-its-glory-4756718.php

Thefts from Unlocked Vehicles Continue in Noroton

Three unlocked vehicles on Dubois Street and Patricia Lane in the Noroton section of Darien were the latest to be entered overnight by thieves looking for something to steal.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/thefts-from-unlocked-vehicles-continue-in-noroton

Veterinarian turns author

But that didn't stop the 36-year Darien resident and veterinarian from writing and self-publishing a book just as her life was starting to feel monotonous.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Veterinarian-turns-author-4756328.php

Are You Ready For Some Football?

... road games against perennial FCIAC contenders Staples and Greenwich, and course the Turkey Bowl against a resurgent Darien team. With that said, expect New Canaan to be well-prepared with Head Coach Lou Marinelli entering his 33rd season at the ...



via Darien Newswire http://newcanaan.patch.com/groups/nc-footballs-blog/p/are-you-ready-for-some-football_de3725d5

Mom of the Week: Darien Mom Bit a Cop?

... How much stuff do you steal to get $1260 at Kohls? Get the whole story here. #2- Another Connecticut mother from Darien allegedly dropped her son off at home after they had gone shopping at Lord and Taylors, then proceeded to get drunk on Golden ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.star999.com/homepage/2013/08/23/mom-of-the-week-darien-mom-bit-a-cop

Latest Darien property transfers; $3.3M sale on Bridle Trail

The following property transfers were recorded by the Darien town clerk's office Aug. 7-12: Number-333 West Avenue Associates LLC to John J. Finn III and Sarah R. Mullin, $1,295,000 12 Shady Acres Road:



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/realestate/article/Latest-Darien-property-transfers-3-3M-sale-on-4755520.php

On the market: On Gorham's Pond

The contemporary-style home at 9 Glen Gorham Lane in Darien, on the market for $3 milllion, has extensive views of Gorham's Pond, made possible by the abundance of floor-to-ceiling windows doors.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/On-the-market-On-Gorham-s-Pond-4755494.php

Darien forecast: Summer winding down on a nice note

Today, as well as one of the last weekends of summer, should prove a pleasant send-off for the season in southwestern Connecticut.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Summer-winding-down-on-a-nice-4755030.php

What To Do Around Darien This Weekend

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



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-darien-weekend-2

What To Do Around Greenwich This Weekend

... around Greenwich this weekend. For more listings, visit our Events calendar . Flags Across America: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Darien native and artist Robert Carley made it his quest to capture the American spirit by taking photographs of Old Glory in many ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-greenwich-weekend-4

Norwalk Woman Charged In Darien Home Burglary

DARIEN, Conn. A Norwalk woman was charged in a burglary that occurred at a Darien home in June, according to police reports.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/norwalk-woman-charged-darien-home-burglary

Seen Any Cicadas Around Darien?

... en I checked YouTube to hear and see some. Sure enough, it sounded and looked just the same. Have you seen any around Darien? Had any close encounters?



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/seen-any-cicadas-around-darien_1aff2218

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Westport Little League Game Postponed By Rain

State Sen. Bob Duff (D-Norwalk, Darien) thanked Cablevision in a statement on Wednesday for offering an automatic eight-dollar refund after customers lost television, Internet and phone service ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/sports/westport-little-league-game-postponed-rain

Benelli USA Names John Alvord New Stoeger Airguns Product Manager

... Stoeger Airgun factories to ensure product quality, specifications, pricing, and seasonal availability. Alvord, a Darien, CT native, received his Bachelors' Degree from the University of Bridgeport and an Associate's Degree in Applied Science from ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.ammoland.com/2013/08/benelli-usa-names-john-alvord-to-stoeger-airguns/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ammoland+%28ammoland%29

Norwalk Woman Charged with Burglarizing Darien Home

Darien Police arrested a 45-year-old Norwalk woman Thursday on an accusation that she burglarized a Talmadge Hill Road home in June, stealing an iPad, Tumi work bag and Luis Vuitton wallet overnight while residents were at home.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/norwalk-woman-charged-with-burglarizing-darien-home

CT Chargers complete seventh season

Darien's Phil Huffard defends the goal during the East meets West lacrosse invitational against Torrey Pines California at Darien High School on Saturday, Apr. 14, 2012.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/articleGallery/CT-Chargers-complete-seventh-season-4750591.php

Sen. Duff Thanks Cablevision For Rebate After Outage

State Sen. Bob Duff (D-Norwalk, Darien) thanked Cablevision in a statement on Wednesday for offering an automatic eight-dollar refund after customers lost television, Internet and phone service on Sunday evening. The outage lasted approximately four ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/sen-duff-thanks-cablevision-rebate-after-outage

Campers treated to yearly picnic

Derwin Gomez and Terrance Secore enjoy a magic show by Amazing Andy at the Opus for Person-to-Person Campership Picnic in July in Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Campers-treated-to-yearly-picnic-4753462.php

Marie S. Mardi, 61, Of Norwalk

... Aug. 24 at the Stamford Baptist Church, 604 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery in Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/marie-s-mardi-61-norwalk

Few Hillary Donors Give to the Republican National Committee Anyway

... Boca Raton, Florida, who has given $59,300 to the Republican National Committee; Mrs. Hillary Miller (homemaker) or Darien, Connecticut, who gave 500; Mrs. Hillary Terline (Construction Force Services recruiter) of Flushing, New York, who gave $300; ...



via Darien Newswire http://blogs.rollcall.com/moneyline/few-hillary-donors-give-to-the-republican-national-committee-anyway/

NCHS hosting inaugural Family Centers' race

... miles 1 and 2. Race bibs can be picked up in advance from Sept. 30 to Oct. 4 at the Center for Hope, 590 Post Road, Darien, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Race-day registration and packet pick-up opens at 7 a.m. at New Canaan High School. The race starts and ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/NCHS-hosting-inaugural-Family-Centers-race-4752633.php

Teen charged in family dispute

Colton Hill , 18, of 9 Ridgeview Ave., Darien, was arrested Aug. 18 on charges of third-degree assault and disorderly conduct in connection with a domestic dispute, said police.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Teen-charged-in-family-dispute-4752621.php

Executive directorship a natural for Hearle

At the urging of her friends on the board of the Darien Nature Center , Elizabeth Hearle applied for the open executive director position, and much to her excitement, she got the job.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Executive-directorship-a-natural-for-Hearle-4752613.php

Sen. Duff Thanks Cablevision for $8 Refund for Sunday's Loss of Service

On Wednesday, State Senator Bob Duff welcomed news that Cablevision Systems Corporation offered customers an automatic $8.00 refund for a loss of service to Norwalk and Darien customers on Sunday night.



via Darien Newswire http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/sen-duff-thanks-cablevision-for-8-refund-for-sundays-loss-of-service

Tag Sales In And Around Darien

Evans is survived by her children, Jaime Marschalk (Brittany) of Alpharetta, Ga..; Whitney Marchalk (Barbara); two grandchildren; uncle, Stafford Gellatly; and brothers, Charles and Christopher Crosby.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/tag-sales-planned-fairfield-county-2

Darien's Unemployment Rate Dips Slightly, Shows Signs Of Growth

DARIEN, Conn. Darien continues to add jobs, but the town's unemployment rate has stagnated because of a growing labor force, according to data released by the Connecticut Department of Labor last week.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/business/dariens-unemployment-rate-dips-slightly-shows-signs-growth

Another Grandparent Scammed

... does the one in Minnesota . And the one in Washington state . And it's reached Canada . The AARP has advice about it. Darien residents have fallen for it numerous times (see below for details). But the elderly keep falling for it, as did a resident ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/another-grandparent-scam-and-heres-a-list-of-others

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

CT Chargers complete seventh season

... Miller # 1 of New Canaan passes during the girls high school lacrosse match between New Canaan High School and Darien High School at New Canaan, Thursday, April 25, 2013. Darien won the match, 14-7. Photo: Bob Luckey Darien's Phil Huffard (42) ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/CT-Chargers-complete-seventh-season-4750592.php

CT Chargers complete seventh season

... are getting to higher level." The camp features an all-star lineup of past and present high school coaches, including Darien High alumni and all-time NLL record holder in faceoff wins Jamie Hanford , New Canaan High School boys head coach and ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/CT-Chargers-complete-seventh-season-4750591.php

Trending: Where day care breaks the bank

... home at the dining room table as her kids, Amanda, 10, left, and Tim, 13, right, work on homework nearby in their Darien home on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. Photo: Lindsay Perry Nancy Nessel works from home at the dining room table as her kids, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trending-Where-day-care-breaks-the-bank-4750405.php

On the market: Mansion linked to early 20th-century farm

The cobblestone Colonial at 440 Middlesex Road in Darien, on the market for $2,965,000, is the original main house of the Althea Farm and was built in 1907.



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/realestate/articleGallery/On-the-market-Mansion-linked-to-early-4737515.php

Darien firm hires strategic planner

"Mark's ability to glean insights from qualitative and quantitative research will help us continue to solve client challenges in innovative ways," said Cabrera.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-firm-hires-strategic-planner-4749032.php

Darien Chamber Reminds Shoppers Of Tax Free Week

DARIEN, Conn. The Darien Chamber of Commerce reminds back-to-school shoppers that Tax Free Week in Connecticut runs through Saturday.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/business/darien-chamber-reminds-shoppers-tax-free-week

Darien forecast: Summer stages a late comeback

Summer, which according to the calendar has about one month left in its 2013 run, is not taking its leave without a fight.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Summer-stages-a-late-comeback-4748462.php

Dynamic Athletics: For Those Seriously Committed to Personal Fitness

Dynamic Athletics , the newest personal fitness studio to open in a crowded field in Darien, presents itself as a place for the seriously committed, including high school athletes, to get encouragement and coaching in order to reach fitness goals.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/dynathletics-for-those-seriously-committed-to-personal-fitness

Darien Road Race To Step Off From Pear Tree Point Beach

The Darien Road Race has been raising funds for local social services for 34 years.



via Darien Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/sports/darien-road-race-step-pear-tree-point-beach

Police: Teenage Brother Strikes Aggressive Sister

A family argument escalated into domestic violence when an 18-year-old man struck his sister after she followed her mother "in an agressive way," according to Darien police.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-teenage-brother-strikes-aggressive-sister

Dunkin's Reopening Temptations, Whole Foods' Free Samples

Tuck your napkin into your collar: There's gotta be something here you didn't know and it's probably tasty: From the event listing on Darien Patch: "Stop by Whole Foods Market Darien to sample some all natural Chestnut Valley charcuterie.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/tuesday-wednesday

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Utility trims trees as promised

... clearing of brush and limbs around lines. This week, crews have been in Ridgefield, Newtown, Washington, Wilton and Darien. "They've been out on our roads," Newtown First Selectman Patricia Llodra said about CL&P crews' fairly regular visits to her ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Utility-trims-trees-as-promised-4747965.php

Check Darien's School Bus Schedules Online

DARIEN, Conn. Classes resume in Darien Public Schools on Aug. 26 and in preparation, the Board of Education has released the bus route schedules for the 2013-14 school year.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/schools/check-dariens-school-bus-schedules-online

Darien Woman Charged With DUI, Biting Police Officer

DARIEN, Conn. A Darien woman was charged with assault on a police officer after cops said she fought with them during an arrest on driving under the influence charges last week.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/darien-woman-charged-dui-biting-police-officer

Elmore Leonard Dies

Best-selling American author Elmore Leonard died on Tuesday aged 87, having suffered a stroke last month, the writer's website said.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/entertainment/sns-rt-us-elmoreleonard-20130820,0,2717031.story

Darien forecast: Summer wanes, but temps on the rise

The National Weather Service says the daytime high temperature will rise to the mid- to upper-80s today through Thursday before falling back to typical late-summer levels by the weekend.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Summer-wanes-but-temps-on-the-4745320.php

Miss Myriam, Knitting Time, Flags Across America

... you haven't dropped in to The Bruce Museum ...take some time to do so. There are terrific art exhibitions including Darien resident Robert Carley's photo collection ' Flags Across America,' The Art of Kathleen Gilje' and 'Eggs-hibition: Unscrambling ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/miss-myriam-knitting-time-flags-across-america

Darien Police Offer Advice On Avoiding Relative-In-Jail Scam

Darien police are warning residents of a recent scam in which the elderly are targeted by fake "grandsons."



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/darien-police-offer-advice-avoiding-relative-jail-scam

Monday, August 19, 2013

Help Wanted: Jobs Near Darien

... varied clerical and technical duties, within delegated scope of activity." Campus Representative , Princeton Review . Darien . Part-time. Source: Indeed.com "Campus Representative serve as The Princeton Review's part-time liaison to a university or ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/help-wanted-jobs-near-darien

Whirlwind Sends 11 Divers to Nationals

... this year included Anne Farley (New Canaan), Bobby Ross (New Canaan), Genevieve Angerame (Orange), Jake Bowtell (Darien), Kylie Towbin (New Canaan), Owen Stevens (Darien), Piper Van Wagenen (Darien), Rachel Burston (Stamford), Sean Burston ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/announcements/p/whirlwind-sends-11-divers-to-nationals_eed17bc9

Police: Darien Woman Drove Intoxicated, Fought with Cops

A 27-year-old Darien woman drove while intoxicated, crashed on a lawn, cursed and kicked at police arresting her and later bit one officer on his right elbow, police said.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/darien-woman-charged-with-dui-assaulting-police-officer

On the market: Mansion linked to early 20th-century farm

ABOUT THE HOUSE ADDRESS: 440 Middlesex Road, Darien PRICE: $2,965,000 STYLE: Colonial YEAR BUILT: 1907 SQUARE FOOTAGE: 7,300 ACRES: 2 NUMBER OF ROOMS: 16 BEDROOMS: 6 FULL BATHROOMS: 6 HALF BATHS: 1 FEATURES: Pool, sun room, patio, porte-cochere, sprinkler, three-car garage SCHOOLS: Ox Ridge Elementary, Middlesex Middle, Darien High ASSESSMENT: ... (more)



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/realestate/article/On-the-market-Mansion-linked-to-early-4737515.php

The Running Doctor: Tennis leg

... was a member of the Medical Advisory Committee of the 1984 and 1988 Olympic Marathon Trials. Weiss has a practice in Darien: The Foot & Ankle Institute of Darien . Weiss is a veteran of 35 Marathons and resides in Westport. For more information, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/The-Running-Doctor-Tennis-leg-4744085.php

Darien Said to Have 7th Richest ZIP Code in CT

... but the Hartford Business Journal did a little digging to show just where we rank among our neighbors and statewide. Darien is No. 7 on the publication's list of richest ZIP codes in the state, with the top nine all in Fairfield County. Here are the ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/darien-said-to-have-7th-richest-zip-code-in-ct_372a3a5c

Cornelius Knox, 92, Broadcasting Pioneer, Fitness Advocate

A celebration of his life will be held at 3:00 pm Friday, August 23rd at the Darien Community Association, 274 Middlesex Road in Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/cornelius-vs-knox-92-broadcasting-pioneer-and-fitness-advocate

Emilie Iselin Wiggin, 90, Longtime Stamford Resident

Wiggin was born Oct. 24, 1922, to O'Donnell and Urling Sibley Iselin. She was a resident of Darien from 1948, and a summer resident of Blue Hill, Maine.



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/emilie-iselin-wiggin-90-longtime-stamford-resident

Darien forecast: Gray skies are going to (mostly) clear up

Nicer weather makes a comeback today after a day a clouds and scattered showers that ended southwestern Connecticut's weekend on a down note.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Gray-skies-are-going-to-mostly-4742751.php

What To Do In Greenwich This Week

... Cob. Visit the website for more details. Flags Across America: The Photographs Of Robert Carley: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Darien native and artist Robert Carley captures the American spirit by taking photographs of Old Glory in many different forms, ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-greenwich-week-23

See Darien's Recent Home Sales

DARIEN, Conn. - Here's a list of the paid home sales in Darien for the week of Aug. 5-9, as reported to the Darien Town Clerk's office: a-a William E. and Karen A. Bonner sold 12 Shady Acres Road to Dylan and Brooke Blair for $4,375,000.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/see-dariens-recent-home-sales-4

What To Do In Darien This Week

Here are a few highlights of things to do in Darien this week. Check out our Events calendar for more items.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-darien-week-26

Taxes Part, Creedon's Art, Dunkin Closed, Signups Start

Summer begins to wind down as registrations prepare us for fall activities, taxes are erased for a week on most of your clothing buys and renovations take place here and there around town: Maintenance closings continue at the Darien YMCA this week : The large pool remains closed ; the small pool and men's steam room both close on Tuesday and reopen ... (more)



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/darien-week-ahead_bf23553e

Darien's EMS Post 53 Appoints New Officers

... organization's operations, in addition to their responsibilities responding to emergency calls. Post 53 has provided Darien with emergency medical services, while providing local high school students with an exceptional opportunity to serve their ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/dariens-ems-post-53-appoints-new-officers

Sunday, August 18, 2013

Darien, Conn., Parents Fight School District

DARIEN, Conn.-The public schools in this affluent town have fallen under state scrutiny after numerous parents have alleged violations of federal law meant to protect children with disabilities.



via Darien Newswire http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324139404579016721764816800.html?mod=topix

Parents: Do Drivers Respect Local School Buses?

Written by Kevin Zawacki Students start school on Monday, Aug. 26th according to the Darien Public School District calendar , which means the ubiquitous yellow buses will again be sharing the roads with commuters.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/back-to-school/p/parents-do-drivers-respect-local-school-buses_b87a27ac

Test Scores, New Restaurant Top Darien's Week In News

Darien students performed better than state averages in all grade levels and in all subjects on the Connecticut Mastery Tests and the Connecticut Academic Performance Tests this year.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/test-scores-new-restaurant-top-dariens-week-news

Duvall wins tupper lake open

... Campbell and win $2000. Duvall, the son of Mike and Linda Duvall, is currently caddying at the Country Club of Darien, Ct. where he plays and practices for area tournaments. After playing on the Canadian PGA Tour last spring Duvall took a break from ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.mpcourier.com/article/20130818/ADV/708189784

Police: Man, 36, Violated Protective Order

... driving was arrested on charges of violating a protective order for the woman in the vehicle with him, police said. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the matter: Joel Alverado, 36, of Norwalk was driving a 1997 ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-man-36-violated-protective-order

Saturday, August 17, 2013

Plans in place to reduce Metro-North bridge strikes

A tractor-trailer attempting to drive under the Tokaneke Road bridge on the Post Road in Darien wedged itself beneath the structure Monday, June 17, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Plans-in-place-to-reduce-Metro-North-bridge-4731671.php

Man charged with risk of injury to minors

Cyrus Clark , 45, of 880 Post Road, Darien, was arrested Aug. 11 on a charge of two counts of risk of injury to a minor.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-risk-of-injury-to-minors-4740092.php

Darien forecast: A sunny, warm weekend

The weekend, other than a very slight chance of scattered precipitation Sunday, promises to be a showcase for sunny and warm late-summer weather.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-A-sunny-warm-weekend-4739984.php

Darien Newcomers Club Host Ladies Night Out At Ten Twenty Post Oyster Bar

The YWCA Darien/Norwalk Newcomers Club will host "Ladies Night Out" at Ten Twenty Post Oyster Bar & Bistro on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 7:30 p.m. The $55 per person cost includes hors d'oeuvres, a three-course dinner, a glass of wine or beer, unlimited coffee, tea and soft drinks, tax and gratuity.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/darien-newcomers-club-host-ladies-night-out-ten-twenty-post-oyster-bar

William Tong Helps Stamford Woman Facing Foreclosure

... and move through the mediation process. Richter told Tong, state Sen. Carlo Leone, (D-36th District of Stamford and Darien), Rey Giallongo, chief executive officer and president of First County Bank, and her attorney Jon Hoffman, how she had lost ...



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/politics/william-tong-helps-stamford-woman-facing-foreclosure

Friday, August 16, 2013

New Warning on Shellfish as Illnesses Rise

... ellfish." The DHP warning comes after 6,000 acres of shellfish beds in the Long Island South in Westport, Norwalk and Darien were closed to shellfishing over the past two weeks due to an increase in the bacteria due to warmer waters.



via Darien Newswire http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/44841/

Daren Police Warn Residents of Phone Scam

Darien police are warning residents to be wary of an ongoing phone scam that tends to target elderly residents and ask for money.



via Darien Newswire http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/Daren-Police-Warn-Residents-of-Phone-Scam-219963731.html

CT tax-free weekend 2013: 7-day sales tax holiday begins Aug. 18.

The Connecticut tax-free weekend 2013 begins Sun., Aug. 18 and runs through Sat., Aug. 24. Residents throughout the state can take advantage of eligible purchases without having to pay the 6.35 percent sales tax, Darien Daily Voice reports Aug. 15. Purchases shoppers can buy during the sales tax holiday include clothing and footwear under $300 each ... (more)



via Darien Newswire http://www.examiner.com/article/ct-tax-free-weekend-2013-7-day-sales-tax-holiday-begins-aug-18?cid=rss

Veterans mark Spirit of '45 Day

... of World War II. Photo: Jarret Liotta / Freelance Photo Becky Gallucci, engage life director with Atria Senior Living Darien, left, reads the names of some local World War II veterans, while Phillip Kraft, post commander of the Darien VFW, center, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Veterans-mark-Spirit-of-45-Day-4738733.php

Letter: Get more input on Compo plans

... the beach. The design firms should heed the successful and not very extensive renovations completed on Weed Beach in Darien. Very pleasing to the eye and very efficient. We must keep in mind that financial considerations are very important, however, ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.westport-news.com/news/article/Letter-Get-more-input-on-Compo-plans-4737855.php

'BigGER Rig Gig' to support Darien-based Person-to-Person

Opus for Person-to-Person will host its fall fundraiser Sept. 21. Above, members of the BigGER Rig Gig Committee. Photo: Contributed Photo



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Letter: Registrars seeking poll workers

Poll workers are the life-blood of our elections in Darien. Since January, the new registrars have reached out to these town residents for a potential primary in September and the general election in November.



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Cops: He Was DUI, Left Front Tire Gone, Airbags Deployed

... to police, the man said he was waiting for friends to come help him because he thought his car battery had died. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident: Early in the morning of Thursday, Aug. 8, Michael ...



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Eight Most Recent Restaurant Inspections: 6 Good, 2 Fair

In the eight most recent restaurant inspection reports released by the Darien Health Department, six restaurants were rated "Good" in the town's rating system and two received ratings of "Fair."



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Prentiss trains NHL stars

... in the region. Over the last 14 years, many of those players have found their way to Ben Prentiss at Bodytuning in Darien. "It's more scientific. Ben's a very knowledgeable guy when it comes to training," said New Canaan's Max Pacioretty of the ...



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Joan LaBozzo, 80, Of Stamford

LaBozzo was born March 20, 1933, in Stamford, to Angelo and Teresa DeCaro. She was a member of the Piedmont Club of Darien and also The Catholic Daughters of Stamford.



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/joan-labozzo-80-stamford

Janet Rinaldi Pia, 89, Of Stamford, Retired Secretary, Board Of Education

Pia was born March 14, 1924, in Stamford, to Charles and Bessie Hawthorne Rinaldi. At three years old, they moved to Darien and she attended Baker School and Darien middle school until 9th grade when they moved to Stamford. She graduated from ...



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Latest Darien property transfers; $2.5M sale on Nutmeg Lane

Latest Darien property transfers; $2.5M sale on Nutmeg Lane The following property transfers were recorded by the Darien town clerk's office Aug. 1-7: 21 Searles Road: 21 Searles Road:



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/realestate/article/Latest-Darien-property-transfers-2-5M-sale-on-4737518.php

On the market: Mansion linked to early 20th-century farm

The cobblestone Colonial at 440 Middlesex Road in Darien, on the market for $2,965,000, is the original main house of the Althea Farm and was built in 1907.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/On-the-market-Mansion-linked-to-early-4737515.php

Tax-Free Shopping Week Starts Aug. 18

... the back-to-school season becomes a very busy time for both parents and children," said Sen. Bob Duff (D-Norwalk, Darien) in a press release. "Tax-free week makes it a little easier to purchase some necessary items." In the same press release, Sen. ...



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.itsrelevant.com/content/15348/Tax-Free-Shopping-Week-Starts-Aug.-18

What To Do Around Greenwich This Weekend

... around Greenwich this weekend. For more listings, visit our Events calendar . Flags Across America: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Darien native and artist Robert Carley made it his quest to capture the American spirit by taking photographs of Old Glory in many ...



via Darien Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-greenwich-weekend-3

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Stamford's Palace Theatre doubles up when it comes to music

... second from right, is the force behind the "Perfect Pairs" series at the Palace Theatre in Stamford, Conn. This Darien resident has pulled together four duos that will perform through the fall and winter. She herself is a cabaret singer, and can be ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stamford-s-Palace-Theatre-doubles-up-when-it-4735959.php

No plea yet from dean busted for heroin possession

... drug paraphernalia and illegal storage of narcotics, has yet to enter a plea. DeSpoelberch, 35, of 44 Philips Lane, Darien, was arrested at 8:53 p.m. July 11 in Wilton on drug charges after a patrol officer noticed an occupied vehicle parked near a ...



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Finds, Flicks and Fun for Teens in Darien this Weekend

Movies, Part 1: No - - trailer - Rotten Tomatoes - IMDb - New York Times review - in Spanish with English subtitles, is playing at the Darien Library at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Friday.



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Guide to Open Houses in Darien

Few things in life offer more excitement wrapped in fear than hunting for a new house. To help, we'll use this space to bring you the most updated list of open houses nearby. And don't forget to look for



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Volunteers sought for RTC vacancy

The Darien Republican Town Committee is accepting applications to fill a vacancy created by the recent resignation of John Sini , a former RTC treasurer and deputy treasurer who was endorsed to run for a position on the Planning & Zoning Commission in November.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Volunteers-sought-for-RTC-vacancy-4735452.php

Plans in place to reduce Metro-North bridge strikes

A tractor-trailer attempting to drive under the Tokaneke Road bridge on the Post Road in Darien wedged itself beneath the structure Monday, June 17, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/articleGallery/Plans-in-place-to-reduce-Metro-North-bridge-4731671.php

Edward P. Wynn, Jr., 85, Of Norwalk, Navy Veteran, Accountant

... in the U.S. Navy, aboard the USS Carpellotti, and worked as an accountant. He also worked at the Tokeneke Club in Darien for over 45 years. He was a member of St. Joseph's Church, Knights of Columbus, American Legion and the Sharks A.C. A Notre Dame ...



via Darien Newswire http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/edward-p-wynn-jr-85-norwalk-navy-veteran-accountant

Recreation programs announced

The Darien Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs for Darien residents.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Recreation-programs-announced-4734984.php

Tax Free Kick Off in Darien

August 14th, State Senators Bob Duff and Carlo Leone and State Representative Terrie Wood promoted the upcoming "Sales Tax-Free Week" in Connecticut at the Helen Ainson and Spree stores along with along numerous Darien Chamber of Commerce retailers and Chamber board members Kaye Leong~Darien Rowayton Bank and John Lundeen~Lundeen Cliffside ... (more)



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Grune named publisher of new Allrecipes magazine

Steven Grune of Darien has been named publisher of Allrecipes magazine, which will be launched in the fall.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Grune-named-publisher-of-new-Allrecipes-magazine-4734978.php

'BigGER Rig Gig' to support Darien-based Person-to-Person

... featuring gourmet food trucks, a live, local band and games, on Saturday, Sept. 21, at the Ox Ridge Hunt Club in Darien. Opus traditionally sponsors a popular touch-a-truck style event for families at the Darien Town Hall, but cannot because of ...



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Tax-Free Shopping Returns To Darien Next Week

DARIEN, Conn. Stores in Darien and across the state are getting ready for Connecticut's annual tax-free shopping week, which starts Sunday.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/business/tax-free-shopping-returns-darien-next-week

Gov. Dannel Malloy Signs Foreclosure Bill Into Law In Stamford

... District, said during the signing at the Housing Development Fund's office in Stamford. Leone represents Stamford and Darien. State Rep. William Tong, D-147, who co-chairs the state's Banks Committee with Leone, said the bill will help people hang ...



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/politics/malloy-signs-foreclosure-law-add-protections-homeowners

Darien forecast: Nice, and staying that way

Ho-hum. Boringly beautiful late-summer weather is expected to hold sway across southwestern Connecticut through the weekend and well into next week.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Nice-and-staying-that-way-4734087.php

3 Charged in Helping Underage Partiers Get Booze

... on Haskell Lane, police arrested three young men on charges they provided booze to underage drinkers or permitted it. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident: At about 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31, ...



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Tag Sales In And Around Darien

135 Pine Tree Drive in Stamford is hosting a tag sale between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/tag-sales-planned-fairfield-county-1

Ripka's Bridgeport Market Opens New Cafe in Downtown

... of craft beers on tap. The cafe's kitchen is overseen by Chef David Johnson, the former owner/chef of Backstreet in Darien, CT. Chef Johnson's influence is obvious in every menu item in the cafe. He utilizes a variety of products available to him ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/ripkas-bridgeport-market-opens-new-cafe-in-downtown-357177.php

Illustration of a man mowing a note in the grass

... makes us squirm for several reasons," says Phyllis Kosminsky, Ph.D., a psychotherapist at the Center for Hope, in Darien, Connecticut, which offers bereavement support and help for those dealing with critical illnesses. "It makes us face our fears ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.realsimple.com/health/mind-mood/emotional-health/how-help-sick-friend-00100000098686/index.html

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Teen charged in tree-chopping case

... himself in, following a July 13 incident in which he and two accomplices cut down a tree in Sellecks' Woods, said Darien police. A resident had obtained the license plate number of the trio's getaway car and reported it to police, according to the ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Teen-charged-in-tree-chopping-case-4732845.php

Back to School Tax-Exempt Shopping Week Covers Clothing, Footwear

... some of those necessary items, so I encourage everyone to take advantage of it," said State Sen. Bob Duff (D-Norwalk, Darien) in a joint release issued with State Sen. Leone (D-Stamford, Darien). "As parents and children prepare for school to start ...



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.patch.com/groups/back-to-school/p/back-to-school-taxexempt-shopping-week-covers-clothing-footwear

Window smashed, purse and wallet stolen

... Gone were her black purse and Cole Haan wallet, which contained $124 in cash as well as credit cards, said police. A Darien resident found the wallet on Squab Lane and Day Street with nothing in it and turned it in to the police, who returned it to ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Window-smashed-purse-and-wallet-stolen-4732577.php

On the market: Antique charm is maintained

The 225-year-old home at 90 Goodwives River Road in Darien is nestled in the trees on just less than 1 acre of property.



via Darien Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/realestate/article/On-the-market-Antique-charm-is-maintained-4720218.php

More than the Meatballs Your Mama Used to Make

... always on the menu -- spaghetti too, if you're hankering for it. On Wednesday, Meatball & Co. at 20 Center St. in Darien had its Grand Opening celebration (state Rep. Terry Wood said she loved them). Coming up soon -- a meatball with a Cuban theme. ...



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Back to School Tax-Exempt Shopping Week Covers Clothing, Footwear

With the start of school just weeks away, Darien families can save money on their school shopping during Connecticut's annual tax holiday.



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Teen charged in tree-chopping case

Spencer Sagman , 19, of 86 West Norwalk Road, Norwalk, was arrested Aug. 8 on a charge of second-degree An arrest warrant was issued for Sagman, who turned himself in, following a July 13 incident in which he and two accomplices cut down a tree in Sellecks' Woods, said Darien police.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Teen-charged-in-tree-chopping-case-4732014.php

Driver charged with protective order violation

... St., Norwalk, was arrested Aug. 5 on charges of violation of a protective order and driving without a license plate. Darien police stopped a 1997 Nissan Quest minivan on Old Kings Highway North at 5:52 p.m. because it did not have a front license ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Driver-charged-with-protective-order-violation-4732018.php

Plans in place to reduce Metro-North bridge strikes

A tractor-trailer attempting to drive under the Tokaneke Road bridge on the Post Road in Darien wedged itself beneath the structure Monday, June 17, 2013.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Plans-in-place-to-reduce-Metro-North-bridge-4731671.php

CST50 offers cardio, strength and toning in 50 minutes

Felice Marcy, right, and Annabel Marisca are the co-owners of CST 50 in Darien, the area's territory for the Megaformer, a piece of exercise equipment that gives high-level cardio and muscle workouts with low impact of stress on the body.



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Roberta Nathan Clarke, 71, Of Darien

... Joseph and Pearl Nathan. When she was 16 she moved to Miami Beach with her parents where she lived until she moved to Darien in 1976. Clarke is survived by her children, Robert Joseph Owen, Jonah Nathaniel Clarke, Zebediah Abraham Clarke, Abiah ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/roberta-nathan-clarke-71-darien

Darien Test Scores Decline, But Still Beat State Averages

... Mastery Tests, given in grades three to eight, and Connecticut Academic Performance Tests for 10th graders. Darien beat the statewide average at every grade level, but saw fewer students reach the state's goal score than did last year in many ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/schools/darien-test-scores-decline-still-beat-state-averages

Longtime Westport Little League Coach Savors World Series Run

... "It was kind of like crying wolf. This year, it came to fruition." Whelan, an accountant whose business is based in Darien, joined the team in June. He was part of the selection committee that helped choose the 11-player roster. Many of the boys ...



via Darien Newswire http://westport.dailyvoice.com/sports/longtime-westport-little-league-coach-savors-world-series-run

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Darien Man Arrested After 5-Year-Old Twins Found Wandering On Street

DARIEN, Conn. A Darien man was arrested Sunday after two children -- one of them naked -- were found alone walking on a Darien street, according to police reports.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/darien-man-arrested-after-5-year-old-twins-found-wandering-street

Malloy Signs Foreclosure Law To Add Protections For Homeowners

... District, said during the signing at the Housing Development Fund's office in Stamford. Leone represents Stamford and Darien. State Rep. William Tong, D-147, who co-chairs the state's Banks Committee with Leone, said the bill will help people hang ...



via Darien Newswire http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/politics/malloy-signs-foreclosure-law-add-protections-homeowners

Darien's Sload wins CAS Scholar Athlete Award

... the description of the 2013 CAS Scholar Athlete Award -- picked by then-principal Arlene Gottesman - bestowed upon Darien High School 's Jeff Sload , a tennis and soccer player for the Blue Wave who graduated this year and will attend Williams ...



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William Rowe, 83, Deacon at St. John Church

William K. Rowe, a life-long resident of Darien, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Stamford Hospital.



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Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Darien and Metro Region

... small streams and urban low-lying and poor drainage areas," the announcement continued. Here's the weather service's Darien-specific forecast, updated at 9:56 a.m.: Tuesday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 5pm, then a chance of ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/flash-flood-watch-in-effect-for-darien-and-metro-region

Get Ready to Go Back to School in Darien with These Tips

Students start school on Monday, Aug. 26th according to the Darien Public School District calendar -and there's no better time to prepare than right now.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/back-to-school/p/get-ready-to-go-back-to-school-in-darien-with-these-tips

William K. Rowe, 83, Lifelong Darien Resident, Retired Carpenter

Rowe was born Feb. 12, 1930, in New York City, son of Walter T. and Genevieve Kane Rowe, Sr. He attended Darien schools and graduated from Darien High School in 1948.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/william-k-rowe-83-lifelong-darien-resident-retired-carpenter

Reading Wrap Up, Rain in Forecast

... 80. The chance of showers and thunderstorms continues through the evening, with a low around 64. 4. ICYMI: A man in Darien, CT, allegedly tries to ram his estranged wife and two adult children with his SUV. Here's the story . 5. The days are ...



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Darien forecast: Stormy day, then a clear stretch

There is an 80 percent chance of daytime precipitation, the NWS says, and some of the storms could trigger gusty winds and downpours.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/local/article/Darien-forecast-Stormy-day-then-a-clear-stretch-4727823.php

School Board Meeting, Construction Work

... 80. The chance of showers and thunderstorms continues through the evening, with a low around 64. 4. ICYMI: A man in Darien, CT, allegedly tries to ram his estranged wife and two adult children with his SUV. Here's the story . 5. The days are ...



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Find A Job In Stamford

DARIEN, Conn. Two Stamford men were charged with drug possession and intent to sell after speeding past a cop on Post Road in Darien last week, according to police reports.



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-stamford-28

Fan Dies From Upper Deck Fall

ATLANTA A man died Monday night after falling 65 feet from the upper level of Turner Field , landing in a parking lot outside of the stadium.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/sports/sns-mct-bc-bbn-braves-fall-2nd-lede-20130812,0,1514205.story

Hyperloop

SpaceX Falcon 9 The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying the troublesome Dragon capsule had a successful launch March 1 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station for its second resupply mission to the International Space Station.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/la-fi-musk-hyperloop-20130813,0,2569523.story

Obama Clown Controversy

A clown who wore a mask of President Barack Obama at a Missouri State Fair rodeo and encouraged a bull to run him down as the crowd cheered was banned Monday from any future state fairs.



via Darien Newswire http://www.courant.com/sns-rt-us-usa-clown-obama-20130812,0,3318111.story

Darien Police: Speeding Stop Leads To Drug Charges Against Stamford Men

DARIEN, Conn. Two Stamford men were charged with drug possession and intent to sell after speeding past a cop on Post Road in Darien last week, according to police reports.



via Darien Newswire http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/darien-police-speeding-stop-leads-drug-charges

Heigl fronts 'Big Wedding' Connecticut mob

... says in this exclusive clip from the DVD/Blu Ray release (out Tuesday). "Justin is from Greenwich, Topher is from Darien and I'm from New Canaan. They are literally like the three connected towns," she adds. "So here we are these three people that ...



via Darien Newswire http://newyork.metromix.com/movies/article/heigl-fronts-big-wedding/3598392/content

Monday, August 12, 2013

Darien police: Man smashed Lexus into estranged wife's car

Hollis Ross, 68, of Collegeville, Pa., was arrested in Darien Sunday afternoon on numerous charges, including two counts of attempted manslaughter.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/policereports/articleGallery/Darien-police-Man-smashed-Lexus-into-estranged-4727396.php

Darien police: Man smashed Lexus into estranged wife's car

A 68-year-old Pennsylvania man drove his Lexus sedan across several neighborhood lawns at high speed Sunday afternoon and struck his estranged wife's parked Lexus SUV as his two adult stepdaughters stood in the driveway near it, Darien police said.



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/policereports/article/Darien-police-Man-smashed-Lexus-into-estranged-4727396.php

How to Strengthen Your Core with Plank Exercises

Martha Guttuso explains, and Dina Fay demonstrates three levels of plank exercises in this video taken at Flair Fitness Studio in Darien.



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Arts Center Registration, Lacrosse Player Comes to Darien

Stories by the Pond series: Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. "A storytelling program for families at Darien's Tilley Pond Park.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/darien-mondaytuesday_4f7d294a

Cops: As Papa Sleeps, Kids, Both 4, Roam Streets

... briefing that the children were harmed in any way, only that in the circumstances they were in, they were endangered. Darien police gave this further account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident: Police received a call about the ...



via Darien Newswire http://darien.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cops-dad-sleeps-as-kids-both-4roam-streets

The Running Doctor: Flip-flops

... 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. With the warm weather and the beach ...



via Darien Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/The-Running-Doctor-Flip-flops-4725962.php

Darien Police: Man Drove Across Lawns In Attempt To Run Over Family

DARIEN, Conn. A Pennsylvania man faces attempted manslaughter charges after driving on several Darien lawns in an attempt to hurt his estranged wife and her adult children, Darien police say.



via Darien Newswire http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/darien-police-man-drove-across-lawns-attempt-run-over-family

Catherine Marabella, 95, Former Longtime New Canaan Resident

... Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Aloysius RC Church, 40 Maple St., New Canaan. Interment will follow at St. John RC Cemetery, Darien.



via Darien Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/catherine-marabella-95-former-longtime-new-canaan-resident

Cops: Woman almost run over

Hollis Ross, 68, of Collegeville, Pa., was arrested in Darien Sunday afternoon on numerous charges, including two counts of attempted manslaughter.



via Darien Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Darien-PD-Man-held-on-500K-for-attempted-4724715.php

Family first for FB exec

Darien, Conn. resident Tom Arrix stepped down as FacebookaAos head of U.S. sales in July, citing a need to spend time with family.Photo: Brian Ach, Brian Ach/Invision/AP Tom Arrix , the head of U.S. sales at Facebook until last month, may be trading his long workdays at the social media company's New York offices for long afternoons at Pear Tree ... (more)



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Cool Temperatures Greet The New Week In Darien

Temperatures will be unseasonably cool for August with highs in just the 70s this week in Fairfield County, the National Weather Service said.



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Darien forecast: Cloudy day, rain on the horizon

Today is expected to be partly sunny, with a 30 percent chance to scattered showers after noon, as the temperature rises to a high in the low-80s.



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Darien Producer Tackles Complex Topic Of Autism And Love In New Film

DARIEN, Conn. In just his second film, young producer Will Sullivan of Darien is tackling a complex and sensitive topic.



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What To Do In Greenwich This Week

... Bruce Museum , One Museum Drive, Greenwich. Flags Across America: The Photographs Of Robert Carley: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Darien native and artist Robert Carley captures the American spirit by taking photographs of Old Glory in many different forms, ...



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What To Do In Darien This Week

Here are a few highlights of things to do in Darien this week. Check out our Events calendar for more items.



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See Darien's Recent Home Sales

DARIEN, Conn. Here's a list of the paid home sales in Darien for the week of July 26 to Aug. 2, as reported to the Darien town clerk's office: a-a Peter R. and Ann M. Pfister sold 25 Searles Road to Scott K. and Kimberly A. Goodwin for $4,137,500.



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Pray, Hear Stories, Attend Concerts

Stories by the Pond series: Tuesday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. "A storytelling program for families at Darien's Tilley Pond Park.



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Why Steal from a Car at a Country Club? It's Where the Money Is.

Among the thefts from unlocked vehicles parked at country clubs around Fairfield County a couple of weeks ago was at least one from Darien.



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Police: Man Drives into Estranged Wife's SUV as Adult Daughters Stand Nearby

Darien police issued this news release at 9:50 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 12, about the arrest of Hollis Ross, 68, on attempted manslaughter and other charges: Ross, Hollis, DOB [...] 1945 [...] Hillview Ave. Collegeville, PA 19426 Arrest date: 08-11-2013 Arrest location; [...] Casement Street, Darien, CT Incident time: 1316 hours Darien Incident # ... (more)



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Sunday, August 11, 2013

Darien PD: Man held on $500K for attempted manslaughter

... after police said he tried to hit two adult children in a driveway. Officers responded to 21 Casement St., Darien, at 1:16 p.m. after receiving a domestic violence complaint. Police said Ross drove a late-model Lexus sedan across several ...



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WWII veterans honored

... left, and Sen. Blumenthal lay a wreath in honor of veterans of World War II. Photo: Jarret Liotta For The Advocate Darien resident John Boland, an 89-year-old veteran of World War II, shares a copy of his discharge papers from the Navy. Photo: ...



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Opus for Person-to-Person announces new board

... of directors consists of 23 women who volunteer their time and energy toward fundraising efforts that support the Darien-based nonprofit agency. "We're thrilled with our new board of directors, and Opus is poised for another remarkable year of ...



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Darien students' achievements cited

Students were selected on the basis of having a well-rounded character, including a positive academic record, and demonstrated leadership in school and community activities.



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Shellfish Recall, Broken Statue Top News In Weston, Easton, Redding

Commercial and recreational shellfishing boats have been closed out of some areas near Westport, Norwalk and Darien for the past week due to concerns about a harmful bacteria.



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Drunken Arrest, Property Sale Tops The Week's News In Greenwich

... Norwalk and Westport's shores dating back to July 3, and shut down recreational shellfishing in those two towns plus Darien. The recall stems from a species of bacteria feared to be on the rise in Long Island Sound. a-a Greenwich Public Schools ...



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Police: Man Found with Drug Paraphernalia at RR Station

A Darien patrol officer who spoke with a 31-year-old Shelton man seen driving into a train station at 2:30 a.m. later arrested him on drug possession charges and on a warrant issued by Shelton police.



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3 Teens Found with Alcohol After Post Road Party

... had empty beer and alcohol containers from a party that had just ended nearby. The other bag had full beer bottles. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident and investigation: At about 11:49 p.m. on Friday, ...



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Primary Petitions Top Norwalk's Week In News

... Norwalk and Westport's shores dating back to July 3, and shut down recreational shellfishing in those two towns plus Darien. The recall stems from a species of bacteria known to cause stomach problems. a-a Norwalk's Board of Education met Tuesday to ...



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Little League Victory, Westport Shellfish Recall Top Week In News

... and Westport's shores dating back to July 3, and shut down recreational shellfishing locations in those towns, plus Darien. The recall stemmed from reports of infections from vibrio parahaemolyticus , a species of bacteria that affects shellfish. ...



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PETERS, Herbert F.

... of Beavercreek, Ohio; and his son Mark Peters, with wife Loretta and their children Morgan, Jensen and Grayson of Darien, Connecticut. In 1929 he came to Dayton, Ohio. Herb was inducted into the US Army on December 11, 1942, promoted to Captain ...



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Special Education Hearing Tops Darien's Week In News

DARIEN, Conn. A public hearing on changes to the Darien Public Schools special education program led the town's news this week.



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Saturday, August 10, 2013

Former Facebook ad exec and New Canaan native plans to spend more time with family

Darien, Conn. resident Tom Arrix stepped down as FacebookaAos head of U.S. sales in July, citing a need to spend time with family.



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Nine Darien artists exhibiting in 'Summer'

Darien artist Hanneke Goedkoop's "Soundwaters" is among the works on display in "Summer," an exhibition at Brendan's 101 in Rowayton through Aug. 27. Goedkoop is a member of the Wilson Avenue Loft Artists.



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Report: These 4 Industries Are Ready To Staff Up

... so. (CareerBuilder, which is an AOL Jobs partner, compiled the data from 2,000 hiring managers.) Looking for a job in Darien? Check our local jobs page . CareerBuilder does not follow up on its projections. But the rosy outlook didn't entirely come ...



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Ooops! Cops say teen peddling stolen GPS picked wrong customers

... by 18-year-old Jeancarlos Serrano from a car parked in front of Bud's Deli on Reef Road. The officers -- one from Darien, the other from Norwalk -- declined the offer, according to the report, and instead notified Fairfield police. Serrano, who ...



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Darien forecast: A bright weekend outlook

At least that's what the National Weather Service says is in store for southwestern Connecticut this weekend after a stretch of unpredictable stormy weather.



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ID Thief Targets Leeds Lane, Police Following Leads

... Lane is a short street off of Hoyt Avenue that only has a half dozen houses or so on it. But four times last month, Darien police have received reports involving identity theft against different residents on the street. In each case, Darien police ...



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Open Houses In Stamford This Weekend

NORWALK, Conn. A $20,000 grant will be used to buy food for its local pantries, announced Person-to-Person, which has offices in Darien and Norwalk.



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$20K Grant Will Help Person-To-Person Feed More Darien Families

NORWALK, Conn. A $20,000 grant will be used to buy food for its local pantries, announced Person-to-Person, which has offices in Darien and Norwalk.



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Central Market tosses shellfish after Conn. alert

... space off the coast of Westport and Norwalk. Recreational shell-fishing has been closed in those towns as well as Darien. That represents a small portion of Connecticut's 70,000 acres of commercial shell-fishing areas. But it's also a rather ...



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Friday, August 9, 2013

Facebook U.S. sales chief logs out

Darien, Conn. resident Tom Arrix stepped down as FacebookaAos head of U.S. sales in July, citing a need to spend time with family.



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Tom Arrix updates status to put family first

Darien, Conn. resident Tom Arrix stepped down as FacebookaAos head of U.S. sales in July, citing a need to spend time with family.



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From Darien to Wilton and back: New assistant superintendent returns 26 years later

... his first year in his new job -- though he says he's quite a talker. In a strange way, Canty said, returning to the Darien school s feels like coming home, despite leaving his hometown district of Wilton, where he grew up and had been employed since ...



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'Most Remarkable Comeback in Internet History' Near Darien

Henry Blodget, editor in chief of Business Insider website, has just called Priceline.com, the company headquartered just on the Darien-Norwalk border, the business that has made the greatest turnaround in Internet history.



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Best bets: What to do in and around Stamford this weekend

... runs 4 to 6 p.m. To register, call 203-322-7900. For more information, visit http://www.stamfordjcc.org. Head up to Darien on Friday to catch Stamford musician Doug Allen perform as part of the Friday night concert series at the Grove Street Plaza , ...



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Latest Darien property transfers; Beverly Place home sells for $2.7M

Latest Darien property transfers; Beverly Place home sells for $2.7M The following property transfers were recorded by the Darien town clerk's office July 18-31: 43 Arrowhead Way:



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On the market: Antique charm is maintained

The 225-year-old home at 90 Goodwives River Road in Darien is nestled in the trees on just less than 1 acre of property.



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Doug Allen Plays Friday Night at Grove Plaza

The Darien Summer Nights concert series welcomes singer-songwriter Doug Allen to Darien on Friday, August 9th.



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