Royle hosts Jump Rope for Heartvisit|article-5364447|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

Royle Elementary School in Darien hosted its sixth annual Jump Rope for Heart during physical education classes in the last week of February.



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Robert George, 73, of 11 Stephanie Lane, Darien, was arrested March 27, on charges of third-degree assault of an elderly person, disorderly conduct and second-degree threatening.



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Cops: Westport Stranger Report No Longer Suspicious

... a dark blue van following school children in one case and offering one a ride in another. As a result, Norwalk and Darien police have issued warnings to parents, students and teachers, asking them to be on the lookout and offering advice about what ...



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Two charged in check fraud

... 15, they opened a new account at the TD Bank at 55 Post Road and attempted to deposit a tax return check for $8,879, Darien police said. Two days later, they returned to the bank to ask why the account had been frozen, the report stated. The tellers ...



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Royle hosts Jump Rope for Heart

Royle Elementary School in Darien hosted its sixth annual Jump Rope for Heart during physical education classes in the last week of February.



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Public official charged with assault in altercation with wife

Robert George , 73, of 11 Stephanie Lane , Darien, was arrested March 27, on charges of third-degree assault of an elderly person, disorderly conduct and second-degree threatening.



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Fresh food delivery in town

... Autumn Driscoll Chris Kimball of Mike's Organic Delivery brings food from local farms to Caroline Rosen's home in Darien, Conn., on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. Chris Kimball of Mike's Organic Delivery brings food from local farms to Caroline Rosen's ...



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... 15, they opened a new account at the TD Bank at 55 Post Road and attempted to deposit a tax return check for $8,879, Darien police said. Two days later, they returned to the bank to ask why the account had been frozen, the report stated. The tellers ...



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Cops: SUV Stranger Offers Westport Girl, 13, Ride to School

... case , a man in a different-colored van tried to get a kid in it, according to police. As a result, Norwalk and Darien police have issued warnings to parents, students and teachers, asking them to be on the lookout and offering advice about what to ...



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Cops: SUV Stranger Offers Westport Girl, 13, Ride to School

... a dark blue van following school children in one case and offering one a ride in another. As a result, Norwalk and Darien police have issued warnings to parents, students and teachers, asking them to be on the lookout and offering advice about what ...



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Police: Man, 62, Drove Intoxicated on Post Rd., I-95

... Tuesday on suspicion of driving while intoxicated when the man was unable to stand up on his own, police said. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident: At about 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Mark Breslin of Apple ...



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The emergency entrance at Stamford Hospital in Stamford, Conn. on Friday April 13, 2012

A woman walking her dog Saturday morning found Stephan Lauer , an "endangered runaway" who went missing Friday night, unresponsive under a picnic table near Weed Beach, according to Darien police.



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visit|article-5359530|interleaved-29832-tab3|1Darien teen found unresponsive

... who went missing Friday night, unresponsive under a picnic table near Weed Beach. The Silver Alert for Lauer, 17, of Darien, was issued Friday night. Lauer's parents last had contact with him at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Police said Lauer's parents said ...



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... 2 against Willbraham and Monson. The Dragons opened their season at Greenwich Boat and Yacht Club March 27 against Darien and Greenwich. GFA took two close losses to both schools. Seniors Andrew McCarthy and Allie Nixon led the team. The other ...



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... Azul Brazilian Airlines to new heights, shared some of his ideas and experiences with an overflow crowd March 19 at Darien Library. "You can make a difference," he told a packed room of about 200 people, noting it could be as a business owner, head ...



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GFA Boys lacrosse wins

... 2 against Willbraham and Monson. The Dragons opened their season at Greenwich Boat and Yacht Club March 27 against Darien and Greenwich. GFA took two close losses to both schools. Seniors Andrew McCarthy and Allie Nixon led the team. The other ...



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A man reported on March 11 that his toiletry bag was stolen from a locker room at the YMCA, 2420 Post Road, Darien.



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Norah O'Donnell, the chief White House correspondent for CBS News, will address "Work and Family: Achieving Balance and Leaving Time For Yourself" at STAR Inc., Lighting the Way's luncheon Thursday, April 3, at the Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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Norah O'Donnell, the chief White House correspondent for CBS News, will address "Work and Family: Achieving Balance and Leaving Time For Yourself" at STAR Inc., Lighting the Way's luncheon Thursday, April 3, at the Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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'Achieving balance' luncheon speaker's topic

Norah OiDonnell will speak at STAR, Inc., Lighting the Wayis luncheon April 3 at Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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visit|article-5363328|interleaved-29832-tab1|1Soderlund's 'Splatter Art' featured at Geary Gallery

"Splatter Art," featuring the new landscape oils of Fairfield painter Karl Soderlund, will be on exhibit Tuesday, April 1, to 19 at the Geary Gallery in Darien.



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Students at Middlesex Middle School in Darien enjoyed the sound of Irish music performed by the Shamrogues during their lunch periods on the Friday before St. Patrick's Day.



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Women's Lacrosse Weekly Release - Week 7

... 1 GP-1 GS, 66:00 Mins., 7 GA, 6.36 GAA, 6 Svs., 46.2 Sv. %, 1-0 vs. Cornell HONOR ROLL Liz Calby , Dartmouth (Sr., A Darien, Conn.) 4G, 4 Pts., 1 GB, 80.0 Shooting % at Vermont 4G, 2A, 6 Pts., 1 DC, 57.1 Shooting % at Brown Paige Cuscovitch , ...



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Two artists in exhibition at Atria Darien

Atria Darien will feature the work of Elizabeth Nagle, a painter and mixed media artist, in an exhibition through April.



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Soderlund's 'Splatter Art' featured at Geary Gallery

"Splatter Art" featuring the new landscape oils of Fairfield painter Karl Soderlund will be on exhibit from April 1 to 19 at the Geary Gallery of Darien.



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Middlesex students treated to Irish sounds

Students at Middlesex Middle School in Darien enjoyed the sound of Irish music performed by the Shamrogues during their lunch periods on the Friday before St. Patrick's Day.



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Patricia A. Falzetti, 77, Longtime Darien Resident

... A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, March 31 at St. John R.C. Church, 1986 Post Road, Darien. Entombment will follow at St. John Cemetery, Darien. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Greenwich Woods ...



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75th Anniversary of MGM Oz film celebrated with live stage production at Curtain Call

Grace Cashman plays Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz playing in Curtain Call's Kweskin Theatre, Stamford, April 4 through May 3. Though she may have pinstripes in her blood, Darien teen Grace Cashman will be focusing on the stripes of the rainbow as she takes on the iconic role of Dorothy in Curtain Call's upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz, ... (more)



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Copper Pipes Stolen from House Undergoing Renovation

... a Tokeneke Trail house undergoing a major renovation. The general contractor for the project reported the theft to Darien police on Saturday, March 22, after a plumber notified him that the pipes weren't supposed to be missing. The ventilation pipes ...



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Darien Students Make Film, Host Discussion On Pressures Faced By Teens

Darien parents and students are invited to screening of a student-made film on pressures on teens today to be followed by a panel discussion on the topic.



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We should all be proud of our local teens. On March 10, a group of Darien High School students and adults came together in a "community conversation" to discuss the topic of "Finding the Balance: Stress and Anxiety Among our Teens."



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Guest editorial / Carrie Bernier

We should all be proud of our local teens. On March 10, a group of Darien High School students and adults came together in a "community conversation" to discuss the topic of "Finding the Balance: Stress and Anxiety Among our Teens."



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Letter: At Home In Darien grateful for donated van

The Board of Directors of At Home In Darien would like to publicly extend our heartfelt thanks to Judy Rodriguez and her family for the very kind and generous donation of a new handicap accessible vehicle for the Darien community.



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Seven students perform at String Festival

Seven students were chosen to represent Darien at the Fairfield County String Teachers Association's 40th annual String Festival March 14 and 15. They are, from left, Kara O'Rourke, Sara Baldwin, Emily Grandon, John Phipps, Elizabeth Garijo-Garde, Kai Zhou and Tal Lindsey.



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Seven students were chosen to represent Darien at the Fairfield County String Teachers Association's 40th annual String Festival March 14 and 15. They are, from left, Kara O'Rourke, Sara Baldwin, Emily Grandon, John Phipps, Elizabeth Garijo-Garde, Kai Zhou and Tal Lindsey.



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Quincy Once Was Lost But Now He's Found

... King Charles Spaniel that had been last seen Thursday, has been found. Sharon Epps posted this note Sunday morning on Darien Patch: "Quincy has been found! Thank you so much to our friends and the Darien community for helping us with the search.? He ...



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Washington Mudslide

Churches planned services Sunday to offer prayers for the victims of last week's devastating mudslide in Washington state as the death toll from the disaster kept rising but the number of missing fell sharply.



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New trend in online grocery shopping: farm-to-door

... Autumn Driscoll Chris Kimball of Mike's Organic Delivery brings food from local farms to Caroline Rosen's home in Darien, Conn., on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. Photo: Lindsay Perry Marita Masuch, 45, left, of Danbury, Conn. has groceries delivered by ...



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Staples Grad Debuts First Novel, Skips Westport on Tour

... TO ENLARGE) Instagram.com photo His tour began in Grand Central Terminal and continued with stops in Larchmont, N.Y. Darien, and ended in Madison. Reviews have already compared the book (Little, Brown, hardcover, $25 Little, Brown, e-book, $12.99) ...



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Is Heroin in Darien? 'Definitely' Say Police

See also: Is Anyone Paying Attention to Heroin Deaths When It's Not a Celebrity?



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Up To 4 Inches Of Rain May Fall In Darien; Flood Watch Issued

A Flood Watch went into effect at 8 p.m. Saturday and will continue until late Sunday as heavy rains move through Fairfield County, the National Weather Service said.



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Vacation Painting Workshop at YWCA Darien/Norwalk

Brady Sullivan proudly holds up his painting created at the February Painting Workshop at the YWCA Darien/Norwalk.



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Two artists in exhibition at Atria Darien

Atria Darien will feature the work of Elizabeth Nagle, a painter and mixed media artist, in an exhibition through April.



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Bingo Night at Holmes

Holmes School in Darien hosted its Bingo Night Feb. 28, when the magician, Amazing Andy, performed.



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Holmes School in Darien hosted its Bingo Night Feb. 28, when the magician, Amazing Andy, performed.



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Home from Vacation, Family Finds $10K in Jewelry Stolen

... jewelry taken from jewelry boxes in two different bedrooms. At about 12:30 a.m. that day, the thefts were reported to Darien police . The family had gone on vacation starting on March 17, when the jewelry was last seen. There were no visible signs ...



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Newtown surveyor marks 25th anniversary

... growing a staff and owning his own office. Jeffrey McDougal , owner and president of W. Seymour & Associates , a Darien surveying firm, knew Brautigam when they worked together as young staff members at the Darien business and they still commiserate ...



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... growing a staff and owning his own office. Jeffrey McDougal, owner and president of W. Seymour & Associates, a Darien surveying firm, knew Brautigam when they worked together as young staff members at the Darien business and they still commiserate ...



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Darien Library Prepares For Annual Gala

"This is a fabulous event that supports the Library the heart of Darien," Kerrie Kelley co-chair of the planning committee said in a statement.



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Darien Police to Kids, Parents, Teachers: Think Safety

Darien police issued the following news release on Friday afternoon: The Darien Police Department wants to make you aware of two separate incidents in which students were either approached or followed by an adult in a dark blue van in the city of Norwalk.



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... Smarter Balanced Field Test implementation. The initial rollout of the Smarter Balanced Field Test was smooth in the Darien elementary and middle schools on Tuesday, according to Assistant Superintendent of Schools Tim Canty. Canty told the Board of ...



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On the market: Gracious Colonialvisit|article-5356946|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

Tucked away in the secluded Tokeneke neighborhood on the Darien shore, the perfectly aged classic five-bedroom Colonial at 7 Cross Road is set on some of the most beautiful real estate the Gold Coast has to offer.



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Tucked away in the secluded Tokeneke neighborhood on the Darien shore, the perfectly aged classic five-bedroom Colonial at 7 Cross Road is set on some of the most beautiful real estate the Gold Coast has to offer.



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Gerwig guides Darien boys hockey back to the top

Darien boys hockey coach Chris Gerwig shouts to his team during a game against Fairfield Warde/Ludlowe at the Wonderland of Ice in Bridgeport on Saturday, January 12, 2013.



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On the market: Gracious Colonial

The five-bedroom Colonial at 7 Cross Road in Darien is tucked away in the secluded Tokeneke neighborhood, which offers some of the most exquisite real estate on the Gold Coast.



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Happy Birthday To Darien's Hugh Jessiman

Hugh Jessiman, who grew up in Darien, turns 30 on Friday. The ice hockey player was born March 28, 1984, in New York City.



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Have You Seen Quincy? Lost Dog in Darien Near Norwalk

By Sharon Epps Our dog, Quincy, is missing. Last seen Thursday, March 27th on Maywood Court in Darien.



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Have You Seen Quincy? Lost Dog in Darien Near Norwalk

Our dog, Quincy, is missing. Last seen Thursday, March 27th on Maywood Court in Darien.



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Darien boys lacrosse coach Jeff Brameier chats with other people.... photo: 6083489 slideshow 847

Darien boys lacrosse coach Jeff Brameier chats with other people during the FCIAC Lacrosse Kickoff Night at Bluestreak Sports Training in Stamford, Conn., on Thursday, March 27, 2014.



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YWCA Darien/Norwalk Invites All to Alumni Cocktail Party

The YWCA Darien/Norwalk is extending an open invitation to past members for their first-ever Alumni Cocktail Party Fundraiser.



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Let Yourself Shine

... ty to let yourself shine. Written by Al N. Filippone. For information about the local real estate market, contact our Darien office at 203.655.5358 or visit our website at afahomes.com .



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... was indeed, one of the themes. "With the growth of lacrosse in the country, you are seeing parity at all levels," Darien coach Jeff Brameier said. "It's a testament to how popular the sport has gotten. There are premier players on every team in the ...



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FCIAC Lacrosse Kickoff: 'Parity' word of the night

... Kickoff Night at Bluestreak Sports Training in Stamford, Conn., on Thursday, March 27, 2014. Photo: Jason Rearick Darien girls lacrosse coach Lisa Lindley chats with Scott Bulkley, Greenwich boys lacrosse coach, during the FCIAC Lacrosse Kickoff ...



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Recent Restaurant Inspection Ratings: 1 Fair, 5 Good

In the most recently released health code inspection reports by the Darien Health Department, one food-serving establishment in town was rated "Fair" and five others received ratings of "Good."



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Last Weekend for 'Sirens', DAC Comedy

Locals Regina Elliott and Joseph Maker perform for a delighted audience in Sirens with Darien Arts Center Stage.



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... Azul Brazilian Airlines to new heights, shared some of his ideas and experiences with an overflow crowd March 19 at Darien Library. "You can make a difference," he told a packed room of about 200 people, noting it could be as a business owner, head ...



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Woman conned out of $5,600

... staying would not let them leave until they paid their bill, police said, and he asked his friend to wire $2,650. The Darien woman wired $1,000 March 13 and $1,600 March 14, both through Western Union in Norwalk, according to the report. She then ...



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John Muller, 89, Founded General Housewares Corp.

... Muller recently passed away, himself passed away on March 18, following complications from a stroke. Muller lived in Darien for 42 years before moving to New Canaan in 2005. Born in West Orange, NJ on May 17, 1924 to the late John H. Muller and ...



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Stolen Wallets Found in Norwalk with 3 NYC Men, 2 Kids

Wallets stolen from two parked vehicles in Darien turned up when Norwalk police stopped a UHaul truck driving without headlights early Monday morning in that city, according to various reports.



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Obama Meets Pope Francis

Greeting a man he has called an "inspiration," President Obama paid his first visit to Pope Francis on Thursday, opening a meeting the White House hopes will highlight the leaders' shared views on economic inequality and poverty and perhaps drown out the president's conflicts with the Catholic Church hierarchy at home.



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Teen issues addressed at special forum

YWCA Parent Awareness and Students Against Destructive Decisions are hosting a film and panel discussion, "Students Tell All: What Parents Really Need to Know" Wednesday, April 2, at the Darien Town Hall auditorium.



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Nielsen's still blooming after 70 years

... Hilda would eventually arrange the girls' wedding flowers. Everything would change when she met Christian Nielsen in Darien. Originally from Denmark, Christian had been working as the groundskeeper at the Fitch's Home for Soldiers in town. He loved ...



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YWCA Parent Awareness and Students Against Destructive Decisions are hosting a film and panel discussion, "Students Tell All: What Parents Really Need to Know" Wednesday, April 2, at the Darien Town Hall auditorium.



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... Hilda would eventually arrange the girls' wedding flowers. Everything would change when she met Christian Nielsen in Darien. Originally from Denmark, Christian had been working as the groundskeeper at the Fitch's Home for Soldiers in town. He loved ...



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Darien Library Hosts Annual Benefit Gala In April

... to expanding library resources, including purchasing new books and supporting programs and guest speakers. The Darien Library is located at 1441 Post Road in Darien. For more information on the library and the gala celebration, visit the Darien ...



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The YMCA of Greenwich's Marlins Dive Club Qualifies Eight to East Nationals

... Team dominated the events, finishing in first. Double winners this weekend included Elizabeth Fitzpatrick from Darien, CT for the Girls 16-18 age group and Carolina Sculti of Rye, NY from the Girls 14-15 age group. "Elizabeth owned her events this ...



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Darien boys hockey coach Chris Gerwig shouts to his team during a game against Fairfield Warde/Ludlowe at the Wonderland of Ice in Bridgeport on Saturday, January 12, 2013.



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Bronx men arrested in Darien theftsvisit|article-5352132|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|4

Three Bronx men and two juveniles were picked up by Norwalk police and turned over to Darien authorities early Monday morning after they were found in possession of two stolen wallets taken out of two parked vehicles in Darien Sunday night.



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School board approves teacher evaluation planvisit|article-5352139|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

Board of Education member Callie Sullivan asks questions during the school board meeting on March 25 at 35 Leroy Ave. Statewide changes to the teacher evaluations will have little impact on the Darien Public Schools' plan, which already has several of the state-allowed modifications in place.



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Gerwig guides Darien boys hockey back to the top

Darien boys hockey coach Chris Gerwig shouts to his team during a game against Fairfield Warde/Ludlowe at the Wonderland of Ice in Bridgeport on Saturday, January 12, 2013.



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Bronx men arrested in Darien thefts

Three Bronx men and two juveniles were picked up by Norwalk police and turned over to Darien authorities early Monday morning after they were found in possession of two stolen wallets taken out of two parked vehicles in Darien Sunday night.



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School board approves teacher evaluation plan

Board of Education member Callie Sullivan asks questions during the school board meeting on March 25 at 35 Leroy Ave. Photo: Megan Spicer Statewide changes to the teacher evaluations will have little impact on the Darien Public Schools ' plan, which already has several of the state-allowed modifications in place.



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Holmes assistant principal resigns

... "I have been fortunate to be the assistant principal of Holmes Elementary School for six years, and my time in Darien has made a considerable contribution to my personal and professional development," Carley wrote in his March 12 letter of ...



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Photos: Best of HS hockey

New Canaan goalie MacLean Wright, center, screams as he is surrounded by teammates at the conclusion of a 5-2 victory over Darien as New Canaan won the FCIAC boys hockey championship game at Terry Conners Rink in Stamford, Saturday, March 8, 2014.Wright was named the MVP.



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Holmes assistant principal resignsvisit|article-5351340|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|1

... "I have been fortunate to be the assistant principal of Holmes Elementary School for six years, and my time in Darien has made a considerable contribution to my personal and professional development," Carley wrote in his March 12 letter of ...



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visit|article-5349196|interleaved-29832-tab3|1Photos: Best of HS hockey

... the history of the program. Both schools won their respective titles in dramatic fashion, winning overtime thrillers. Darien was the best team in the state for much of the season, but came up empty in their bids for both the FCIAC and CIAC titles. ...



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70th Anniversary Celebration for Nielsen's Florists

... in business is certainly something to be proud of, even shout about and that is certainly what Nielsen's Florist of Darien intends to do. To mark this spectacular event, Nielsen's will be hosting a flower show extravaganza entitled "A Celebration of ...



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Police: Man Violated Court Order by Visiting House

... Trail on Wednesday, March 19 violated a court order, which resulted in the arrest of Jeffrey Sparks, 51, police said. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the matter: When a caretaker (who also worked as pet sitter) ...



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Tractor-Trailer On Fire Near I-95 Southbound Service Plaza In Darien

Update: DARIEN, Conn. -- A tractor-trailer was on fire on the right shoulder of southbound Interstate 95 near the Darien service plaza at about 10:40 a.m. Wednesday, the Connecticut Department of Transportation reported.



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... the history of the program. Both schools won their respective titles in dramatic fashion, winning overtime thrillers. Darien was the best team in the state for much of the season, but came up empty in their bids for both the FCIAC and CIAC titles. ...



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CT high school hockey in photos

New Canaan goalie MacLean Wright, center, screams as he is surrounded by teammates at the conclusion of a 5-2 victory over Darien as New Canaan won the FCIAC boys hockey championship game at Terry Conners Rink in Stamford, Saturday, March 8, 2014.Wright was named the MVP.



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The Methodist Family Center Preschool at United Methodist Church in Darien recently hosted Pajama Day.



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Darien boys golf to hold Masters team fundraiser

Darien's Christian Ostberg hits out of a bunker during the FCIAC Boys Golf Championship at at Heritage Village Country Club in Southbury, Conn.



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Rockin' and rollin' at Royle

Royle Elementary School in Darien recently rocked it out with its annual school party "Rock n' Royle."



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Comfy and cozy at preschool 'Pajama Day'

The Methodist Family Center Preschool at United Methodist Church in Darien recently hosted Pajama Day.



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Movie, Discussion on Challenges Facing Teens

... The event for parents of middle and high school students on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at the Darien Town Hall auditorium, 2 Renshaw Road. YWCA Parent Awareness and SADD will present a brief film written and produced by members of ...



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15 Tulip Tree Lane Is The Darien Daily Voice House Of The Week

The Stamford resident charged in the assault of a Norwalk police officer in 2013 has resigned as the Darien lacrosse and football coach to focus in rehabilitating from his injuries, according to ...



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Windows Smashed, Items Stolen from 3 Vehicles at Waveny

... reports. The incidents occurred sometime between 2 and 4 p.m., police said. (The same day, at about the same time, Darien police received a report of a similar crime involving five SUVs parked at Darien YMCA.) All three vehicles had been locked, ...



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... h took place on consecutive weekends in March. More than 400 members of the Hindley community attended the event. The Darien event also featured a professional photographer, ballroom dance instruction and performances and refreshments.



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Copper Pipes Reported Stolen From Darien House Undergoing Renovations

DARIEN, Conn. A large amount of copper piping was reported stolen from a Darien house undergoing renovations earlier this month, according to police reports.



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Dancing the night away at Hindley

... h took place on consecutive weekends in March. More than 400 members of the Hindley community attended the event. The Darien event also featured a professional photographer, ballroom dance instruction and performances and refreshments.



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Darien Coach Resigns To Focus On Health After Norwalk Arrest

The Stamford resident charged in the assault of a Norwalk police officer in 2013 has resigned as the Darien lacrosse and football coach to focus in rehabilitating from his injuries, according to the Darien News.



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$10,000 in jewelry stolen from homevisit|article-5347724|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|5

After arriving home March 23 from a week-long vacation, the female resident noticed that the jewelry box in the bedroom of her master bedroom was missing, as well as a jewelry box in one of her teenage children's rooms, according to Darien police.



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visit|article-5348006|interleaved-29832-tab3|1Coach resigns after arrest

Christian Garnett, 32, an assistant Darien High School football coach, resigned from his coaching positions on Feb. 5 to focus on his rehabilitation following an October 2013 arrest.



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Man attacked while walking to work

An employee of Merrill Lynch, 1020 Post Road, Darien, was assaulted March 12 as he walked through a parking lot, according to police.



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Coach resigns after arrest

Christian Garnett, 32, an assistant Darien High School football coach, resigned from his coaching positions on Feb. 5 to focus on his rehabilitation following an October 2013 arrest.



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Police: Two Arrested for a Tax Refund that Wasn't

... tried to cash a U.S. Treasury check for a tax refund that had been part of a phony tax return, according to police. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the matter: Cesar Pensone-Perez, 28, of 622 Water St., ...



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$10,000 in jewelry stolen

After arriving home March 23 from a week-long vacation, the female resident noticed that the jewelry box in the bedroom of her master bedroom was missing, as well as a jewelry box in one of her teenage children's rooms, according to Darien police.



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The Darien boys golf team will hold its first ever team fundraiser on Thursday, April 10, at Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza in Darien.



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Darien boys golf to hold Masters team fundraiser

Darien's Christian Ostberg hits out of a bunker during the FCIAC Boys Golf Championship at at Heritage Village Country Club in Southbury, Conn.



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Lucille M. Carpo, 91, Lifelong Darien Resident, Worked At Woolworth's

... born Feb. 12, 1923, in New York City, she was the daughter of Joseph and Angelina (Monti) Sci. She was a graduate of Darien High School and was a long time employee at Woolworth's. Carpo is survived by her son, William J. Plaskowsky of Brooklyn, ...



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... since 2009. The Wreckers (181 points) placed eighth out of 54 teams, just 2.5 points behind seventh-place finisher Darien and 25.5 points ahead of ninth place Manchester. "We had a few less swims than what we were anticipating with health issues and ...



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Darien Police Accuse Pair Of Getting Tax Refund Through Identity Theft

DARIEN, Conn. Darien Police arrested two suspects accused of trying to cash a tax refund check received through fraud last week, according to police reports.



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Windows Smashed, Items Taken From Five Cars In Darien YMCA Parking Lot

... edit cards. Similar incidents have been reported in public lots in New Canaan and Westport recently, police said. The Darien case is still under investigation.



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Movie, Discussion on Challenges Facing Teens

... panel discussion for parents of middle and high school students on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Darien Town Hall auditorium, 2 Renshaw Rd. YWCA Parent Awareness and SADD will present a brief film written and produced by members of ...



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Catherine Passmore and Z Canta Win $34,000 CSI** Hollow Creek Winning Round at Live Oak International

... in Ocala, FL. Passmore topped a field of 32 contenders including U.S. Olympic veteran 'Leapin' Leslie' Howard, of Darien, CT, whose fault-free effort on The Utah Group's Utah over Leopoldo Palacios' course was close (55.55 seconds) but not enough to ...



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Car seen swerving, driver charged with DWIvisit|article-5343875|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|3

... Huydic, 34, of 241 Turkey Roost Road, Monroe, was arrested March 14 on a charge of driving while intoxicated. A Darien officer conducting radar on Hoyt Street reported that a red Subaru Legacy drove north in the southbound lane on Hoyt Street at ...



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Women uniquely armed for management jobsvisit|article-5343880|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|1

... es and heartache. Maud Purcell is a psychotherapist, corporate consultant and director of the Life Solution Center of Darien. Contact her at mpurcell@thelifesolutioncenter.net.



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Rockin' and rollin' at Royle

Royle Elementary School in Darien recently rocked it out with its annual school party "Rock n' Royle."



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Car seen swerving, driver charged with DWI

... Huydic , 34, of 241 Turkey Roost Road, Monroe, was arrested March 14 on a charge of driving while intoxicated. A Darien officer conducting radar on Hoyt Street reported that a red Subaru Legacy drove north in the southbound lane on Hoyt Street at ...



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Darienites provide nourishment to New York farm

Produce from Stoneledge Farm that will provide the produce for the 2014 farm share program at the Darien Library.



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Women uniquely armed for management jobs

... es and heartache. Maud Purcell is a psychotherapist, corporate consultant and director of the Life Solution Center of Darien . Contact her at mpurcell@thelifesolutioncenter.net.



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visit|article-5341298|mobile_home_category_body-10226|1Fairfield Prep ...

... overtime, Vincent D'Amore blasted a slapshot from the right point to deliver Fairfield Prep a 2-1 title victory over Darien Saturday at Ingalls Rink. Colon snared 37 pucks in a heroic effort as the Blue Wave were outshot 30-5 following the first ...



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Watch for Road Work on These Darien Roads Monday

Crews working on utility-line projects may slow or interrupt traffic on these local streets today, according to Darien police : Pear Tree Point Road near Pear Tree Point School - utility work - from about 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. In the area of 99 Long Neck Point Road - from about 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tokeneke Rd at I-95 northbound-side Exit 12 - ... (more)



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Stamford legislators hail local arts grants

... strong support, and these grants show how much we value their contribution," said Rep. William Tong (D-Stamford, Darien). "Having a vibrant arts community not only increases our quality of life, it also spurs our economy and helps to create thriving ...



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Westport Author Jane Green Celebrates New Novel At Darien Library

DARIEN, Conn. A celebration of the release of "Tempting Fate," the latest novel by bestselling author Jane Green, will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, at the Darien Library.



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Elsie Terzian, 89, Meticulous at Work, Generous Retiree

... Sidman, PA in 1941 and worked at the King Coffer Co. in Detroit, MI, where she met her husband, Archie L. Terzian of Darien, CT. They were married in 1952 and made their home in Norwalk, CT. She was preceded in death by her parents and three ...



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Elsie Terzian, 89, in Inventory Control for Ring's End

... Sidman, PA in 1941 and worked at the King Coffer Co. in Detroit, MI, where she met her husband, Archie L. Terzian of Darien, CT. They were married in 1952 and made their home in Norwalk. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers ...



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Tokeneke's 'Ready, Set, Read!' successfulvisit|article-5342103|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|5

... shelves at home and at school. The yearly event is a fundraiser to support the enrichment activities at Tokeneke in Darien throughout the year, including author visits, theater presentations and special after-school activities. With a nod to the ...



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Stanley Malecki's "Early Morning Sunrise" captured the flavor of the Tree Conservancy of Darien's Photography Contest, earning him Best in Show.



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Tokeneke's 'Ready, Set, Read!' successful

... shelves at home and at school. The yearly event is a fundraiser to support the enrichment activities at Tokeneke in Darien throughout the year, including author visits, theater presentations and special after-school activities. With a nod to the ...



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'Early Morning Sunshine' earns top honors in photo contest

Stanley Malecki's "Early Morning Sunrise" took best in show in the Tree Consrvancy of Darien's Celebration of Trees photography contest.



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AAUW annual book luncheon in April

... 's annual Book and Author Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, April 24, at 11:15 a.m. at Woodway Country Club in Darien. Tickets are $65 and are available by calling Dorcas Hills at 203-966-6211 or mailing a check to 25 Shagbark Drive, New Canaan CT ...



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... Women's annual Book and Author Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, April 24, at 11:15 a.m. at Woodway Country Club in Darien. Tickets are $65 and are available by calling Dorcas Hills at 203-966-6211 or mailing a check to 25 Shagbark Drive, New ...



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Attack On Norwalk Man In Darien Parking Lot Tops News This Week

A 38-year-old Norwalk man was attacked in the parking lot of Merrill Lynch on Post Road in Darien.



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Jewelry Valued at $25K Stolen from Bedroom

... about 15 items of jewelry kept in a brown, silk, padded bag in her bedroom were missing and appeared to be stolen. Darien police gave this account of the matter: The woman had last seen the jewelry on about Feb. 2, then found one item up in her ...



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... year, posting a score of 455.5. Pomperaug placed third (391), followed by Brookfield (250) and Middletown (232.5). Darien finished seventh (183.5) and Staples was eighth (181). "We absolutely blew away how we thought we were going to do in most of ...



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Fairfield Prep beats Darien in OT to win Division I hockey crown

Darien High School's #19 Robert Juterbock shoots a first period goal between two Fairfield Prep defenders #19 Steven Bayles and William Overby during Saturday afternoon's CIAC State Finals.



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Colon valiant in defeat for Darienvisit|article-5341321|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|1

... 16th CIAC boys ice hockey championship Saturday afternoon at Yale's Ingalls Rink for one reason and one reason only. Darien senior goaltender Michael Colon did about as much as one player can do to prevent the opposition from winning. The All-State ...



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Prep wins Division I hockey championship in OT

Fairfield Prep's goalie #35 Christopher Gutierrez makes a save from Darien High School's #3 Thomas Watters during first period action at Saturday afternoon's CIAC State Finals.



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Fairfield Prep Tops Darien In OT To Win State Hockey Crown

Fairfield Prep went ahead 2-1 in overtime on Vincent D'Amore's slapshot to beat Darien High School and capture the Division I hockey championship Saturday afternoon, according to the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference website .



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Fairfield Prep won its 16th Connecticut boys hockey in a 2-1 overtime thriller against Darien Saturday at Ingalls Rink.



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Fairfield Prep beats Darien in OT to win Division I hockey crown

Fairfield Prep won its 16th Connecticut boys hockey in a 2-1 overtime thriller against Darien Saturday at Ingalls Rink.



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Prep wins Division I hockey championship in overtime

Vincent D'Amore's slapshot in overtime gives Fairfield Prep a 2-1 victory over Darien High School in the Division I hockey championship Saturday afternoon in New Haven, CT.



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Library gala highlights 'TEA'visit|article-5340464|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|3

The committee members for the upcoming Darien Library gala are, in back row from left, Millyn Gasserud, Kristin Calve, Anne Holmes, Susan Massey, Kate Lyons and Jessica Blouin.



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Library gala highlights 'TEA'

The committee members for the upcoming Darien Library gala are, in back row from left, Millyn Gasserud, Kristin Calve, Anne Holmes, Susan Massey, Kate Lyons and Jessica Blouin.



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Charges made against woman's lost credit card

Nine fraudulent charges were made using a woman's lost credit card from Feb. 4 to 6, according to police. The Darien resident reported that $521.61 had been charged to her credit card at Stop and Shop and various gas stations around Fairfield County and Westchester County, N.Y., police said.



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Tree Conservancy Of Darien Picks Top Winner Of Photo Contest

The winners of the "Celebration of Trees" photography contest was announced at a cocktail reception at the Darien Nature Center on Friday, March 7. The conservancy received 135 entries for its second annual photo contest, which encouraged participants to capture the beauty of the majestic, historic, attractive and unusual trees in Darien.



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Stamford's AmeriCares Clinic Seeks Volunteers

... East Side, West Side and in the Waterside neighborhood, providing primary care services to low-income Stamford and Darien residents without health insurance," representatives said. "The clinic, which opened in January, is the only free clinic in ...



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Another Vehicle Unlocked, Another Vehicle Entered

The most recent in a long line of reports of unlocked Darien vehicles that someone entered and rifled through came to police on Tuesday, March 11 from 4 More St. , a short lane off of West Avenue.



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Darien: Spring and it's Home Buying Time

Home buyers in Darien jumped into spring this week with deals that led to 14 accepted offers and 10 properties going under contract.



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Middlesex Creative Family Night

... held the inaugural Family Spontaneous Scrimmage Night for Odyssey of the Mind. The event was open to any families in Darien that wanted to participate in a night of family problem solving and fun. Six teams competed in four challenges with one of ...



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Darien String Students Perform at Honors Festival

... Kara O'Rourke, Emily Grandon, John Phipps, Elizabeth Garijo-Garde, Kai Zhou and Tal Lindsey were chosen to represent Darien at this year's honors festival. The conductors for the festival were Emmett Drake from the Hartt School of Music, Harvey ...



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Alex Wolf named Gatorade Connecticut Boys Basketball Player of the Year

... School at Greenwich, Friday night, Feb. 7, 2014. At right, Alex Wolf of Greenwich steals the ball from Ames Murray of Darien player during the boys high school basketball game between Darien High School and Greenwich High School at Darien, Friday ...



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Darien, Prep battle for Division I boys hockey title

Prep wants to win loose pucks in neutral space with its speed to counter Darien's dump-and-chase strategy.



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For the better part of the last three months, Darien has been the consensus top-rated team in Division I Connecticut boys hockey.



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Dixon: A visionary challenges property tax system

... achieving public schools, their manicured lawns, their safer streets. Stamford has its well-heeled satellites of Darien and New Canaan. Norwalk has Wilton and Westport. Greenwich is its own universe, firmament and gravitational field, where it only ...



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The Darien Library has teamed with the 200-acre Stoneledge Farm in New York's Catskill Mountains to offer town residents the opportunity to support a farm and in return get fresh, organic vegetables, fruit, coffee or mushrooms once a week during the After Erin Shea, head of adult programing at the library, and a friend signed up for farm share in ... (more)



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Darienites provide nourishment to New York farm

Produce from Stoneledge Farm that will provide the produce for the 2014 farm share program at the Darien Library.



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PIACT Elects Officers for 2014-15 Administrative Year

... of Sachs Walsh Insurance in Westport, Conn. a Vice president: Marissa Barbera, president of Charter Oak Agency in Darien, Conn. a Vice president: Loretta Lesko, vice president of operations for the DiMatteo Group in Shelton, Conn. a Treasurer: Mary ...



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Letter: School spending modest vs. 'peers'

... Our neighbors and peers, Greenwich ($18,165 without benefits), Westport ($18,173), New Canaan ($17,443) and Darien ($16,719) not only spend as much as 21 percent more than Fairfield, they are asking for 5 to 7 percent increases for next year. They ...



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... Our neighbors and peers, Greenwich ($18,165 without benefits), Westport ($18,173), New Canaan ($17,443) and Darien ($16,719) not only spend as much as 21 percent more than Fairfield, they are asking for 5 to 7 percent increases for next year. They ...



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... club and 18-hole golf course on Hollow Tree Ridge Road. During the 1960s and '70s, the condominium property, owned by Darien resident Marshall Austin, was primarily rented to local residents and Wee Burn club members who used them as their second ...



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On the market: Sunny condo

The Wee Burn condominiums, resembling a villa belonging in the Mediterranean, originally were developed by several Wee Burn Country Club members in November 1926 along with a new club and 18-hole golf course on Hollow Tree Ridge Road in Darien.



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'Sirens' A Comedy Hit at Darien Arts Center

Locals Regina Elliott and Joseph Maker perform for a delighted audience in Sirens with Darien Arts Center Stage.



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Head Of Darien Chamber Of Commerce To Step Down After A Decade Of Service

... to give my sincere thanks to the many board members who have volunteered their time and energies to the Chamber, the Darien business community and the many smart, fun and interesting business professionals I've had the privilege to work with over ...



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Darien Hockey Team Takes On Fairfield Prep For State Title

The Darien HIgh School boys hockey team plays Fairfield Prep Saturday in New Haven for the Division I championship.



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Heroin Use Becoming An 'Epidemic' In Fairfield County As Deaths Rise

... line of heroin," said State Police Lt. Paul Vance. "It's relatively accessible because it's relatively inexpensive." Darien Sgt. Jeremiah Marron agreed that heroin use is becoming a bigger problem in the area and said it leading to crime beyond ...



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Fairfield Prep vs Darien

Darien's Nicholas Tuzinkiewicz eyes the Fairfield Prep goal that is guarded by goalie Christopher Gutierrez, left, and Bryan Connell during their hockey game at Darien Ice Rink in Darien, Conn., on Feb. 6, 2014.



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H.S. girls fencing: Ramapo's Sandy White is Coach of the Year

... Woman's College in Lynchburg, Va., where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in art history. After growing up in Darien, Conn., White has lived in Wyckoff for the last 35 1/2 years. She was an assistant coach for two seasons (2011-13) under her ...



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... a score of 524.60, while Greenwich High School senior Jeff Aselin placed third (439.80). Junior Robert Christensen of Darien (436.00), Samuel Hoyt of Glastonbury (431.35) and Andrew Bologna of Greenwich (426.10) rounded out the top six finishers. ...



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New Canaan's Ross second to Hand's Zeng in Open diving

... a score of 524.60, while Greenwich High School senior Jeff Aselin placed third (439.80). Junior Robert Christensen of Darien (436.00), Samuel Hoyt of Glastonbury (431.35) and Andrew Bologna of Greenwich (426.10) rounded out the top six finishers. ...



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Darien students' achievements citedvisit|article-5335557|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|3

... at the College of the Holy Cross, was named to the dean's list for the fall semester at. He is a 2013 graduate of Darien High School. High honors: Nathaniel Skolds, ninth grade; William Sperry, 10th grade; George Clark, John Duggan, Julien Noujaim ...



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"Giant" Darien church leader dies at 83visit|article-5334613|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|1

Everett "Terry " Fullam, a former reverend at St. Paul's in Darien, died at the age of 83 on March 15, 2014.



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Photos: An American Girl Tea Party

Eloise Mallie during the American Girl Doll Tea Party, a fundraiser for the Darien High School Orchestra, on Friday, March 14, 2014, in Darien, Conn.



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"Giant" Darien church leader dies at 83

Everett "Terry " Fullam, a former reverend at St. Paul's in Darien, died at the age of 83 on March 15, 2014.



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Nettie Messina, 89, Of Stamford, Dressmaker

... m. Friday, March 21 at Sacred Heart Church, 37 Schuyler Ave., Stamford. Inurnment will follow at St. John's Cemetery, Darien. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Stamford Hospice at the Stamford Hospital , Shelburne Road, Stamford, CT 06902.



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Homegrown Nielsen's Florist Celebrates 70 Years In Darien

DARIEN, Conn. A Darien institution is celebrating its 70th birthday next month, and the whole town is invited to its party.



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Middletown's Dagenais Defends 200-Yard IM Title

... ready to race," Dagenais said. Pomperaug (818.5) won its seventh straight Class L title (eighth straight overall). Darien and Wilton rounded out the top three. It was a memorable day for Middletown. The Blue Dragons captured three individual and one ...



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With a two-goal effort, senior captain Tommy Watters lifted No. 4 Darien over No.



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visit|article-5332510|interleaved-29832-tab2|1Darien advances to hockey final

With a two-goal effort, senior captain Tommy Watters lifted No. 4 Darien over No.



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Recent Restaurant Inspection Ratings: 1 Poor, 2 Fair, 3 Good

In the most recently released health code inspection reports by the Darien Health Department, one food-serving establishment in town was rated "Poor"; two others, "Fair"; and three "Good."



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Separately, they are nothing more than a collection of rare Darien natives; athletes whose handle in the winter is not measured by adeptness with a hockey stick; young men whose hoops in the driveway are meant for more than just pick-up games; varsity competitiors who have known the deep depths of failure far more often than they have enjoyed the ... (more)



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Column: A senior class salute

Separately, they are nothing more than a collection of rare Darien natives; athletes whose handle in the winter is not measured by adeptness with a hockey stick; young men whose hoops in the driveway are meant for more than just pick-up games; varsity competitiors who have known the deep depths of failure far more often than they have enjoyed the ... (more)



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... success here. New Canaan did capture its third FCIAC championship in five years with an epic 5-2 victory over rival Darien a few weekends ago. Title game MVP Mac Wright played fabulously between the pipes, co-captain Jack O'Rourke scored twice and ...



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The Running Doctor: Exercise and Cholesterol

... sory 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 his website at www.therunning doctor.net.



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5-year-old home alone, mother charged

Gleice Porretta , 33, of 26 Fairfield Ave., Apartment A, Darien, was arrested March 14 on a charge of one count of risk of injury to a minor after police say she left her sick 5-year-old son home alone.



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... sory 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 his website at www.therunning doctor.net.



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Gleice Porretta, 33, of 26 Fairfield Ave., Apartment A, Darien, was arrested March 14 on a charge of one count of risk of injury to a minor after police say she left her sick 5-year-old son home alone.



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Column: A season to remember

... success here. New Canaan did capture its third FCIAC championship in five years with an epic 5-2 victory over rival Darien a few weekends ago. Title game MVP Mac Wright played fabulously between the pipes, co-captain Jack O'Rourke scored twice and ...



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A Stamford judge denied a motion to dismiss criminal charges against a Stamford woman whose vehicle struck two men on Interstate 95 in Darien in 2010, even though State Police mistakenly destroyed most of the evidence in the case.



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Smith en route to catering success in Darien

Darien's Amanda Smith Caterers, owned by Amanda Smith, is now offering and En Route program for customers to get catered meals for dinner via quick pickup.



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Fatal Darien drunken driving case moves forward without evidence

A Stamford judge denied a motion to dismiss criminal charges against a Stamford woman whose vehicle struck two men on Interstate 95 in Darien in 2010, even though State Police mistakenly destroyed most of the evidence in the case.



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Quality catering is something traditionally saved for special events, but Darien's newest establishment promises to provide prepared fare for people on an evening-by-evening basis.



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Marjorie North Wadhams, 87, Of Darien, Co-Managed Tots 'n' Teens

Wadhams was born July 9, 1926, to Charles William North and Alice Lillian Lee. She grew up in Darien.



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Aquarion Water Cuts Rates, Offers Rebates To Westport Customers

... by not only seeing a reduction to their bill, but also stability in their water rates." Aquarion has customers in Darien, part of Danbury, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, Norwalk's 1st and 2nd Taxing Districts, New Canaan, Redding, part of Ridgefield, ...



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Stranger Punches Merrill Lynch Employee in Parking Lot

... a black hoodie sweatshirt and green, cargo-style pants. The victim said he'd never seen the man before, or the truck. Darien police are still investigating the incident.



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DHS Ski Team Members on Team Connecticut

Darien, CT. March 16, 2014 - Katharine Graham and Peter Del Col of the Darien High School Ski Teams skied their way on to Team Connecticut.



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Settlement Would Lower Your Aquarion Bill by About 5.6%

... customers in the form of a reduction in their bills. The credit, about 5.6 percent on average, would start hitting Darien residents' bills in January 2015 and last for three years. Here's why: Due to changes in the federal Internal Revenue Service's ...



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Fatal Darien drunk driving case moves forward without evidence

A Stamford judge denied a motion to dismiss criminal charges against a Stamford woman who ran over two men on Interstate-95 in Darien in 2010, even though state police mistakenly destroyed most of the evidence in the case.



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A Stamford judge denied a motion to dismiss criminal charges against a Stamford woman who ran over two men on Interstate-95 in Darien in 2010, even though state police mistakenly destroyed most of the evidence in the case.



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Nomination forms are available at our web site, http://ift.tt/1hxwzvW. Women selected will be honored at the YWCA Darien/Norwalk Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon at the Country Club of Darien on May 29. These awards are a wonderful opportunity to honor women who have made a significant contribution to the local or global community.



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Police issue warning of telephone scamsvisit|article-5328019|interleaved-29839-breaking-news|2

... is being held hostage until the resident wires money through Stop & Shop or Western Union, according to police. In Darien, several similar scams have been thwarted over the past few weeks. On Feb. 22, for instance, a woman received a call from a man ...



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Members of iYi Cares Club recently visited with seniors at the Darien Senior Center where they spent time solving brain teasers.



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Cares Club visits with seniors

Members of iYi Cares Club recently visited with seniors at the Darien Senior Center where they spent time solving brain teasers.



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Retirement for Carol Wilder-Tamme

Thank you to all in the Darien Business Community for a great ten years! I'd like to give my sincere thanks to the many board members who have volunteered their time and energies to the Chamber, the Darien business community and the many smart, fun and interesting business professionals I've had the privilege to work with over the past decade.



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Springtime arrives at Geary Gallery

"Celebrating Spring: The Florals of Judith Carbine" will be on display through March at the Geary Gallery, 576 Boston Post Road, Darien.



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Suicide as Contagious Meme: Will 'Mad Men' writers have Don Draper take a leap?

... losing one's humanity. The second half of the series' finale could focus on Olson commuting in on Metro North from Darien, Connecticut. There she has two little ones. They are cared for by Olson's stay at home husband. He's a totally genuine person ...



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Laurel House to celebrate their 30 Years of Progress

Laurel House will be holding their 2nd Annual Laurel House, Derby Dinner Dance - Champions for Recovery, on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at the Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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Find A Job In Darien

The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium has delayed the start date of Darien Public Schools field testing from Tuesday, March 18, to Tuesday, March 25.



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Study: Income Inequality In Fairfield County Highest In Nation

... and below as well as the stark comparison between household wealth in Bridgeport and surrounding towns such as Darien and New Canaan. On average, the 90th percentile to 10th percentile gap has increased from 10 times to 12.2 times greater in the 100 ...



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Police: Norwalk Man Attacked In Darien Parking Lot

DARIEN, Conn. A 38-year-old Norwalk man told police he was attacked in a Darien parking lot last week, according to police reports.



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JetBlue Airlines Founder From New Canaan To Speak In Darien

Darien businessman and JetBlue founder David Neeleman will speak at the Darien Library on Wednesday, March 19, at 7 p.m. Neeleman's presentation, "What Makes a Startup Soar?" will share the principles and practices that enabled him to launch four successful airlines.



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Cops: Five-Year-Old Left Home Alone as Mother Babysits

A Darien woman left her own sick five-year-old home alone as she went to drive a five-year-old child she was babysitting from New Canaan to a dance class, Darien police said.



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State Rep. Terrie Wood, R-Darien, joined her fellow House Republican lawmakers in filing a petition to force the Education Committee to conduct a public hearing on bills related to the Common Core State Standards curriculum and teacher evaluations.



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Gold Coast's Gilded Age revealed in new bookvisit|article-5325374|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

Maggie Gordon, a columnist for the Hearst Connecticut Media Group, will be signing copies of her book "The Gilded Age on Connecticut's Gold Coast: Transforming Greenwich, Stamford and Darien," from noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 22, at Elm Street Books, 35 Elm St., New Canaan, and at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at the Rowayton Library.



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Darien Mother Accused Of Leaving 5-Year-Old Home Alone

DARIEN, Conn. A Darien woman was charged with risk of injury to a minor last week after she was accused of leaving her 5-year-old son home unattended Friday, according to police reports.



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... Tyler Ancrum (Central), CJ Byrd (Greenwich), Paschal Chukwu (Fairfield Prep), Larry McKinney (McMahon), Matt Staubi (Darien), Issac Vann (Bunnell) and coach Bill Brehm (Greenwich).



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Wood wants public hearing on education initiatives

State Rep. Terrie Wood , R-Darien, joined her fellow House Republican lawmakers in filing a petition to force the Education Committee to conduct a public hearing on bills related to the Common Core State Standards curriculum and teacher evaluations.



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Gold Coast's Gilded Age revealed in new book

Maggie Gordon, a columnist for the Hearst Connecticut Media Group, will be signing copies of her book "The Gilded Age on Connecticut's Gold Coast: Transforming Greenwich, Stamford and Darien" Saturday, March 22, at Elm Street Books, 35 Elm St., New Canaan.



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'Glitches' Blamed for Nationwide Common Core Test Delay

... of our speakers the following week," Rabinowitz added. "I understand the state had no choice, but this is major." In Darien, Connecticut, Superintendent Lynne Pierson said the change in date will affect the district's testing calendar. The greatest ...



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Vocal residents in favor of budget increasesvisit|article-5311414|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|1

... we can have the courage to engage with the process of rebuilding," said Julia Ford, the representative for Council of Darien School Parents Middlesex Middle School. "Everyone involved -- parents, taxpayers, Board of Education, Board of Finance -- ...



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Due to the number of Darien Public Schools snow make-up days, Darien summer school dates have been changed to June 30 to Aug. 1.



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On the market: English Country Colonial

An English Country Colonial covered in ivy on the facade at 5 Salem Straits in Darien is on the market for $3,795,000.



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Vocal residents in favor of budget increases

The Board of Finance all turned to listen to each of the residents that either spoke in favor or against the proposed 2014-15 municpal budget on Tuesday, March 11 at the Darien Town Hall.



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Henry F. Herbert, 84, Of Darien, Former President, Herbert Fuel Corporation

Herbert was born April 23, 1929, in Brooklyn, N.Y. His family moved to Darien when he was 11 years old.



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Watch out for Road Work Monday on These Darien Roads

Crews working various projects may slow or interrupt traffic on these local streets today, according to Darien police : Bayberry Lane Post Rd at Stamford-Darien border Drive carefully if you're driving at these spots.



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Crimea Vote

Crimea formally applied to join Russia on Monday after its leaders declared a 97% vote in favor of quitting Ukraine in a referendum condemned as illegal by Kiev and the West that will trigger immediate sanctions.



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Sample Darien's Finest Food On Dishcrawl Tour

... good food and good company, representatives said. "Dishcrawl is taking 40 lucky crawlers through beautiful downtown Darien, to sample some of the best bites Connecticut has to offer," representatives said. "Dishcrawlers will sample delicious bites ...



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Top 25 cities for parents to raise their family in

... Part of the reason that these towns made the list is that there is a good percentage of children calling them home . Darien, Connecticut (#6 on the list) shows that 37% of its population is under the age of 18. The interesting thing, though, is that ...



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Nine Purchases Made with Credit Card Lost by Owner

A Darien woman found nine charges on her Visa credit card that didn't belong there, she told police.



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Henry Herbert, 84, Ran Herbert Fuel, Volunteer Firefighter

Henry Frazer Herbert, age 84, of Darien and Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2014.



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Henry Herbert, 84, Ran Herbert Fuel, Noroton FD Volunteer

Henry Frazer Herbert, age 84, of Darien and Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2014.



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Springtime arrives at Geary Gallery

"Celebrating Spring: The Florals of Judith Carbine" will be on display through March at the Geary Gallery, 576 Boston Post Road, Darien.



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'Sirens' features Darienites in lead roles

James Kamensky, Sarah Smegal and Regina Elliott practice their lines for the upcoming play "Sirens" at the Darien Arts Center March 14 to 29 in the Weatherstone Studio.



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... East and West sides and in the Waterside neighborhood, providing primary care services to low-income Stamford and Darien residents without health insurance. The clinic, which opened in January, is the only free clinic in Stamford where nearly one ...



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"Celebrating Spring: The Florals of Judith Carbine" is the featured exhibition at the Geary Gallery, 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, through March.



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James Kamensky, Sarah Smegal and Regina Elliott practice their lines for the upcoming play "Sirens" at the Darien Arts Center March 14 to 29 in the Weatherstone Studio.



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A Darien resident reported to police that her American Express card information was used to purchase a JetBlue airline ticket from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to John F. Kennedy International Airport.



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Died: Terry Fullam, 82, renowned Episcopal pastor featured in 'Miracle at Darien'

... influenced a whole generation of Episcopalians. In 1972, he accepted a call to become rector of St. Paul's parish in Darien, CT. Under his leadership, St. Paul's became one of the most active and fastest growing churches in the United States. Fullam ...



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Died: Terry Fullam, 82, renowned Episcopal pastor featured in...

... influenced a whole generation of Episcopalians. In 1972, he accepted a call to become rector of St. Paul's parish in Darien, CT. Under his leadership, St. Paul's became one of the most active and fastest growing churches in the United States. Fullam ...



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As Darien's regular season began to wind down a month ago, the Blue Wave's offense strangely seemed to fade with it.



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ID Theft Pays for International Airline Flight

... American Express credit card bill came in. Oh, and there was another $35 charge on the card that also victimized the Darien resident. The charges occurred on Feb. 3. The cardholder reported the ID theft to police on March 5.



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Please, Raise My Taxes

Testimony to the Board of Finance Jim Cameron - 3/11/14 My name is Jim Cameron. I have lived in Darien for 23 years.



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The Week's Second Passing-School-Bus Ticket

For the second time in a week , a Darien driver was ticketed on a charge that she passed a school bus that was stopped, with lights flashing, Darien police said.



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Huffington Post founder and editor-in-chief Arianna Huffington will be the keynote speaker at the Center for HOPE's annual luncheon Wednesday, April 23, at the Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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Dishcrawl set for March 19

Dishcrawl, founded on the premise that communities can be brought together through good food and company, will take place in Darien from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 19. The event takes food lovers on a gourmet crawl to three restaurants in one night.



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Arianna Huffington to headline annual luncheon

Huffington Post founder and editor-in-chief Arianna Huffington will be the keynote speaker at the Center for HOPE's annual luncheon Wednesday, April 23, at the Woodway Country Club in Darien.



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Cops: Driver Said She Didn't Deserve Passing-School-Bus Ticket

... police), she didn't deserve the ticket -- that bus took too long to pick up a student in front of his home, she said. Darien police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of the incident: At 7:43 a.m. on Monday, March 3, police ...



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FRA report: What Metro-North riders are saying

Charles Lupo of Darien: "Most of us just want the trains to be on time for the amount of money that we're paying.



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Tree Conservancy Announces Photo Contest Winners

Winning photographs in Tree Conservancy of Darien 's Celebration of Trees" photography contest were announced at a cocktail reception at the Darien Nature Center on Friday, March 7. The conservancy received 135 entries for its second annual photo contest that encouraged participants to capture the beauty of the majestic, historic, attractive and ... (more)



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America's Most Unequal Metros

... city; it isn't even bankrupt or overrun with rich tech workers. It's Fairfield County, CT, home to the tony towns of Darien and Weston but also to the city of Bridgeport , where one third of children are below the official poverty level today and ...



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Smarter Balanced test delayedvisit|article-5318293|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|3

Darien school administrators are rapidly working to revise the Smarter Balanced testing schedule following a conference call with Commissioner of Education Stefan Pryor this morning.



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Smarter Balanced test delayed

Darien school administrators are rapidly working to revise the Smarter Balanced testing schedule following a conference call with Commissioner of Education Stefan Pryor this morning.



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Celebrity breakfast features CNBC's Kudlow

CNBC anchorman Larry Kudlow will speak at the New Covenant House of Hospitalityis 10th annual celebrity breakfast fundraiser on April 22 in Darien.



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On the market: English Country Colonialvisit|article-5317425|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

It's a striking and surprising house you'll find at 5 Salem Straits in Darien -- an angular vintage mansion of sorts, with all the necessary modern amenities revitalized inside for 21st-century comfort amid classic good taste.



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It's a striking and surprising house you'll find at 5 Salem Straits in Darien -- an angular vintage mansion of sorts, with all the necessary modern amenities revitalized inside for 21st-century comfort amid classic good taste.



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On the market: English Country Colonial

An English Country Colonial covered in ivy on the facade at 5 Salem Straits in Darien is on the market for $3,795,000.



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Video: Two Teams, One Common Goal

ut on Thursday afternoon, Brien McMahon and Darien High School football player put their strength together for one common goal. Wohlberg at age 10 came down with an incurable brain disease in which she literally had to have half of her brain removed. ...



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Fresh Green Light Driving School Opens In Wilton

... of their first Driver Training Center in Rye, N.Y, their hometown. They have since opened centers in Greenwich and Darien with an emphasis on creating safer teen drivers. "We know these communities need another driver training option that's ...



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Darien Arts Center Stage Prepares For Spring Show 'Sirens'

... representatives said. All shows will take place in the DAC Weatherstone Studio located at 2 Renshaw Road in Darien. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased through the box office at 203-655-5414 or through the Darien Arts Center Stage website . ...



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Darien Fire Marshal Urges Residents To Check Smoke Detectors

In the wake of two recent fire tragedies -- one that took two lives in Fairfield on Monday, March 10, and a second that took three lives in West Haven on Tuesday March 11 -- the Darien fire marshal's office urges all residents to check the operation of their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.



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Rest Stop Tenants Should Stay Open

... the individual websites of the various outlets found in the larger Connecticut Service Plazas along I-95 (such as Darien and Milford), like Sbarro , Moe's Southwest Grill , Wilson's BBQ , Panda Express , Cinnabon , Auntie Anne's , Carvel , and ...



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Nine to be honored by Darien RTCvisit|article-5315102|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|3

The Darien Republican Town Committee will host its second annual Appreciation Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 26 at the Country Club of Darien.



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Trudie and Ben Larrabee embrace in their Darien home. The front room of their home serves as their studio space.



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Darien PD to keep Sandy Hook reimbursementvisit|article-5315103|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

Darien is one of 21 towns that opted to keep $14,105 from U.S. Department of Justice grant funds for its assistance in the days following the shooting at Newtown's Sandy Hook Elementary School in December 2012, instead of letting the funds be used for police response training.



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James Baker, 85, Koenig Art Emporium Owner for 31 Years

... of World War II and during the Korean Conflict . Mr. Baker was the owner for 31 years of the Koenig Art Emporium in Darien, a downtown landmark which closed late last year. He was a member of American Legion Post 143 and the Gaelic American Club in ...



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Darien photographer takes on artist-in-residence role

Trudie and Ben Larrabee embrace in their Darien home. The front room of their home serves as their studio space.



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MoMA, library collaboration first of its kind

Darien Library is committed to bringing what is available at 11 W. 53rd St. to 1441 Post Road through a unique collaboration with the Museum of Modern Art .



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visit|article-5314058|interleaved-29832-tab1|1Darien photographer takes on artist-in-residence role

Trudie and Ben Larrabee embrace in their Darien home. The front room of their home serves as their studio space.



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MoMA, library collaboration first of its kindvisit|article-5314061|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|1

Darien Library is committed to bringing what is available at 11 W. 53rd St. to 1441 Post Road through a unique collaboration with the Museum of Modern Art.



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Darien wins in hockey opener

At right, Mark Schmeiler of Greenwich gets his shot blocked by Darien's Jack Massie during the CIAC Division I boys ice hockey playoff game between Greenwich High School and Darien High School at Darien Rink in Darien, Conn., Wednesday, March 12, 2014.



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James E. Baker, 85, Owned Koenig Art Emporium In Darien

... the end of World War II and during the Korean Conflict. He was the owner for 31 years of the Koenig Art Emporium in Darien. He was a member of American Legion Post 143 and the Gaelic American Club in Fairfield. Baker is survived by his wife, ...



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Darien's St. Thomas More Holds Annual Children's Tag Sale

The tag sale is set to run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at St. Thomas More Church at 374 Middlesex Road in Darien.



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Credit Suisse VIX Note That Ran Amok in 2012 Back on Top

... to comment on TVIX trading. William Lloyd , managing director at VelocityShares LLC, also declined to comment. The Darien, Connecticut-based company licenses names and trademarks to Credit Suisse, which is the issuer of the notes. Volatility ...



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'Treja-Vu' - Yet Another Avalon Darien TV Burglary

Once again, large flat-screen televisions have been stolen from Avalon of Darien -- the third television theft from a non-residential area of the residential complex since November 2012.



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7 Sure Ways To Get Your Home Sold

... ich to do just that. Written by Al N. Filippone. For more information about the local real estate market, contact our Darien office at 203.655.5358 or visit our website at afahomes.com .



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New Canaan whips Northwest Catholic to advance

New Canaan's Davis Bruch shoots on the Northwest Catholic goal during their Division I hockey playoff game at Darien Ice Rink in Darien, Conn., on Wednesday, March 12, 2014.



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... the message and scored three times in the first nine minutes of the second period and went on to a 6-2 victory at the Darien Ice Rink in the opening round of the Division 1 state tournament. "There was a little screaming going on (between the first ...



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... first step toward a state tournament title. For the other, it was a glimpse into what could be a bright future. The Darien High School boys ice hockey team bounced back from its disappointing loss in the FCIAC finals by succeeding in its CIAC ...



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No. 10 Avon bested No. 26 Darien 52-42 Monday night, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Class L tournament and ending the Blue Wave's year.



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Darien loses at Avon in Class L basketball

No. 10 Avon bested No. 26 Darien 52-42 Monday night, advancing to the quarterfinals of the Class L tournament and ending the Blue Wave 's year.



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The Darien YMCA is introducing a new aquatic exercise program for special needs children.



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... of our future or we can have the courage to engage with the process of rebuilding," Julia Ford, the Council of Darien School Parents Middlesex Middle School representative, said. "Everyone involved -- parents, taxpayers, Board of Education, Board of ...



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Darien Home Invasion Suspects Face New Larceny Charges

DARIEN, Conn. The suspects in a Darien home invasion earlier this year have additionally been charged with a different Darien theft from last August, police said.



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Aquatic exercise for special needs at Darien Y

The Darien YMCA is introducing a new aquatic exercise program for special needs children.



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Vocal residents in favor of budget increases

The Board of Finance all turned to listen to each of the residents that either spoke in favor or against the proposed 2014-15 municpal budget on Tuesday, March 11 at the Darien Town Hall.



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Such was the scene last Saturday when the Darien and New Canaan boys hockey teams came to blows over the FCIAC championship at Terry Conners Ice Rink in Stamford.



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visit|article-5310795|interleaved-29832-tab3|1More charges for suspects

Two Hamden residents charged with breaking into a Darien home and assaulting a 68-year-old woman in January were slapped with new charges Tuesday that accused them stealing more than $20,000 worth of jewelry and other items from a Darien home five months earlier.



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More charges filed against Darien home invasion suspects

Alexis Jordan, a Hamden woman who was charged with breaking into a Darien home and assaulting a 68-year-old woman in January, was slapped with new charges Tuesday that accused her of stealing more than $20,000 worth of jewelry and other items from a Darien home five months earlier.



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Column: What's in a rivalry?

Such was the scene last Saturday when the Darien and New Canaan boys hockey teams came to blows over the FCIAC championship at Terry Conners Ice Rink in Stamford.



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Joseph Tighe: Former Larchmont Resident

Joseph M. Tighe, a resident of Darien, CT and former Larchmont resident, passed away in the comfort of his home on Sunday evening, March 2nd at the age of 76. Joe was born on June 9, 1937 in Yonkers, NY.



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Antiques galore

Bruce Phillips of Fair Trade Antiques in Shelbourne Falls, MA, has some fun with rustic wall art, at The 47th Annual Darien Antiques Show at the First Congregational Church of Darien, March 8, 2014.



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Man charged after yelling at neighbors

Mark Whitehead, 52, of 47 Tulip Tree Lane, Darien, was arrested March 4 on a charge of breach of peace.



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Why Mobile Marketing Needs to Evolve Past Physical Location

... to do. For example, on each of my recent trips to New York City, I've taken the train from Grand Central Station to Darien, CT after spending a day in the city. A savvy marketer who predicted this trip and sponsored a text about the time and track ...



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Violinist David Podles To Perform At Darien Library

Podles will perform at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 13 at the Darien Library at 1441 Post Road in Darien.



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3 Darien Basketball Teams Win Youth League Championships

Coach Erin McHugh and the Darien 8th grade girls basketball team won the season-ending tournament in the Fairfield County Basketball League.



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Wanted on Hartford Under-Age Sex Charge, Picked up in Darien

A Stamford man wanted on a charge of having sex with a young teenager when he himself was 17 was found in a passenger seat of a car stopped for a motor vehicle violation, Darien police said.



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No. 26 Darien boys upset No. 7 Guilford 71-56 behind Staubi's 32 points

Darien guard Matt Staubi attempts to get by his defender in the opening quarter of the Blue Wave's first round state tournament game at Guilford on Monday, March 10. George Phillips looks to pass the ball, as teammmate Chima Azuonwu finishes setting a screen in the opening quarter of Darien's first round state tournament game at Guilford on Monday, ... (more)



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Darien Police Find Suspect In Seven-Year-Old Hartford Sexual Assault Case

DARIEN, Conn. A ping from a Darien police car's license plate reader led to the arrest of a Hartford man in connection with a sexual assault case from nearly seven years ago, according to police reports.



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'Reflections of New England' at bank branch

"Reflections of New England," Xiao Mai Kong's works of oil on canvas and paper, is featured at Darien Rowayton Bank's Darien branch, 1001 Post Road, through March.



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Darien couple lends helping hand to oppressed artists

Artist Jan Dilenschneider and her husband Robert donated $250,000 to the International Institute of Education Scholar Rescue Fund to establish a fund for oppressed artists in conflict-filled countries. Photo: Jeanna Petersen Shepard



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Ahead by only a single possession with two minutes to go, No. 26 Darien sunk 15 of its final 18 free throws to knock off No.



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No. 26 Darien boys upset No. 7 Guilford 71-56 behind Staubi's 32 points

Darien guard Matt Staubi attempts to get by his defender in the opening quarter of the Blue Wave's first round state tournament game at Guilford on Monday, March 10. Photo: Andrew Callahan George Phillips looks to pass the ball, as teammmate Chima Azuonwu finishes setting a screen in the opening quarter of Darien's first round state tournament game ... (more)



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Darien Man Accused Of Yelling Obscenities At Neighbors, Police Say

DARIEN, Conn. A Darien man was arrested last week in connection with an outburst outside his home in February, according to police reports.



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Guns Drawn, Five Darien Cops Enter House

Five Darien police officers, each with a gun drawn and pointed down, entered a house on Tulip Tree Lane after they had heard loud banging noises inside and howling.



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Cape Elizabeth | $795,000

... landscaping,in-ground heated pool & first floor master suite. Only a stone's throw to the beach! Born and raised in Darien, Connecticut I left for Maine to go to college and stayed. I am married and have 3 school aged daughters, Sarah, Kate & ...



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Bridge Inspection Closes I-95 Lanes Tues. Between Exits 9-11

As part of a state safety program, bridges around the state are being inspected, and one area inspection will close off lanes on the north- and southbound sides of Interstate 95 in Darien for a time on Tuesday.



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Discussion group to explore faithvisit|article-5304283|interleaved-29832-breaking-news|2

"Cafe Theo," an inquiry discussion group, will explore faith in an informal, seminar-style setting through the Lenten and Easter season beginning Saturday, March 15, at Talmadge Hill Community Church, 870 Hollow Tree Ridge Road, Darien.



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"Census & Population Changes: Growth and Trends Signal Increasing Needs" will be addressed at a program sponsored by Community Fund of Darien and the Darien Library from 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, March 12, at the library, 1441 Post Road.



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Discussion group to explore faith

"Cafe Theo," an inquiry discussion group, will explore faith in an informal, seminar-style setting through the Lenten and Easter season beginning Saturday, March 15, at Talmadge Hill Community Church , 870 Hollow Tree Ridge Road, Darien.



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Census growth, trends addressed at forum

"Census & Population Changes: Growth and Trends Signal Increasing Needs" will be addressed at a program sponsored by Community Fund of Darien and the Darien Library from 10:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, March 12, at the library, 1441 Post Road.



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Seen Around Town: A Sign of Hope

... survivors: "Cheer up! Only 10 days till spring." But you wouldn't know it by looking at the enduring snow. Here's the Darien-specific weather forecast from the National Weather Service, which takes us much closer to the brink of spring, by the ...



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Jolts of color new trend in kitchen designs

... Canaan. Splashes of color are the new trends in kitchen makeovers. The kitchen is the heart of the home. For many in Darien and New Canaan, this saying rings true as locals are reinvesting and redesigning the place where they spend the most time. ...



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