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Thursday, July 31, 2014

Officials to review safety issues following tragic incident

... Olmstead was struck. The Norwalk resident suffered "serious injuries" and was transported to the hospital by the New Canaan Volunteer Ambulance Corps, according to the chief. An official cause of death has not been released. Krolikowski said "it's ...



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Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, was struck by a Dodge Ram Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the intersection of New Norwalk Road, also known as Route 123, and East Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., while spray painting the road.



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Former Outback youth director eligible for accelerated rehab

... rested Thursday, Feb. 27, on a breach of peace charge for an incident involving students at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan. Photo: Contributed Photo, Nelson Oliveira



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School enrollment steady, minor adjustments made

A month before the 2014-15 school year begins, enrollment in New Canaan Public Schools is steady, although projections show it could reach an all-time high.



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Boucher named 'Children's Champion'

State Sen. Toni Boucher, R-Wilton, whose district covers New Canaan, received the "Children's Champion" award from the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance.



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A month before the 2014-15 school year begins, enrollment in New Canaan Public Schools is steady, although projections show it could reach an all-time high.



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... all children. "I was truly honored to be recognized at today's wonderful event," Boucher, whose district covers New Canaan, said. "Children are our future, and early childhood education and support programs are key to helping individuals reach their ...



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In the Kitchen: No-Bake S'mores Balls

... stories relating food to life. That's SO Jenn also runs as a monthly column for Hearst Corporation's Darien and New Canaan News online and in print. Ingredients: 1 (16 oz.) package mini marshmallows 3 tablespoons butter or butter substitute 1 1/2 ...



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Committee's financial watchdogs confirmedvisit|article-5659878|interleaved-5659547-breaking-news|1

... who's a retired audit partner and consultant at Deloitte, worked as chief administrative officer for the town of New Canaan between 2002 and 2008. At the meeting, he praised the council's efforts in creating the committee's ordinance. "I read it ...



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Committee's financial watchdogs confirmed

Charles Jacobson addresses the Town Council during a meeting Wednesday, July 16, 2014, at the Lapham Community Center in New Canaan, Conn.



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New Canaan May See Scattered Thunderstorms Thursday

Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms could once again threaten Fairfield County on Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.



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A temporary one-way signal was installed at the Ponus Ridge Road in New Canaan overpass to the Merritt Parkway last week as part of the Merritt Parkway Improvements project.



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Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, was struck by a Dodge Ram Wednesday, July 23, 2014, at the intersection of New Norwalk Road, also known as Route 123, and East Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., while spray painting the road.



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Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, at his daughter Lisa Weed's wedding. The 36-year veteran of the Department of Public Works in New Canaan, Conn., died Thursday, July 24, 2014, one day after he was hit by a car while spray painting a road.



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Senior men's club to hear about customer service

Charles Firlotte, president and CEO of Aquarion Water Co., will address the Senior Men's Club of New Canaan in Morrill Hall at St. Mark's Church on Friday, Aug. 8. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed



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One-way traffic in place at Ponus Ridge overpass

A temporary one-way signal was installed at the Ponus Ridge Road in New Canaan overpass to the Merritt Parkway last week as part of the Merritt Parkway Improvements project.



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... Led by Darien High School boys soccer coach Jon Bradley and coach Chris Flaherty, boys and girls from Darien, New Canaan and Stamford flew to Gothenburg, Sweden, to compete under the club title of Darien FC among 1,649 other teams ages 12 to 18. The ...



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Fairfield County's Williams, Walken Cast In Leading Roles In 'Peter Pan'

NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Allison Williams, who grew up in New Canaan and is the daughter of NBC News anchor Brian Williams, is cast in the title role in NBC's musical version of "Peter Pan Live."



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Alex LaPolice commits to play Harvard football

New Canaan's Alex LaPolice controls the ball during the Class L state championship game against Darien on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Boyle Stadium in Stamford.



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Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Former Clark estate reverts to one lot

Architect Keith Simpson, right, and attorney David Rucci present a request to merge the former Huguetter Clark's property, 104 Dans Highway, New Canaan, Conn., back into one lot during a Planning and Zoning Commission meeting at Lapham Community Center Tuesday, July 29, 2014.



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Doctoral candidate receives PEO Scholar Award

... nce, achievements and potential for making significant contributions in a chosen field. During the past 50 years, New Canaan PEO. Chapter N has raised more than $175,000 for PEO projects through fundraising efforts.



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The former estate of reclusive copper heiress Huguette Clark in New Canaan is again one lot, following approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday night.



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... While the first day of school stands far away, somehow practice always feels right around the corner. For a few New Canaan soccer players, a recent trip to the 2014 Gothia Cup, more commonly known as the youth World Cup, rolled every piece of summer ...



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... Tuesday, leading to a 7-2 victory over the BVSA Fury, a 15U travel team from the Bobby Valentine Sports Academy. New Canaan native and Fury center fielder Justin Stemmerman recorded both of his team's RBIs from the No. 8 spot in the order. His ...



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New Canaan's Alex LaPolice controls the ball during the Class L state championship game against Darien on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Boyle Stadium in Stamford.



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visit|article-5657057|interleaved-5656496-tab2|1Ex-youth director eligible for AR

... Thursday, Feb. 27, on a breach of peace charge for an incident involving students at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan. Five months after police said Andrew Barer used vulgar and inappropriate language to students in the Saxe Middle School cafeteria, ...



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... and educational organization interested in bringing to women increased opportunities for higher education. New Canaan Philanthropic Education Organization Chapter N presented a PEO Scholar Award to Carol Gianessi, who recently completed her third ...



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Errors doom New Canaan Fury players in 7-2 loss

... Tuesday, leading to a 7-2 victory over the BVSA Fury, a 15U travel team from the Bobby Valentine Sports Academy . New Canaan native and Fury center fielder Justin Stemmerman recorded both of his team's RBIs from the No. 8 spot in the order. His ...



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New Canaan joins green building initiative

Town Council members Kathleen Corbet, Bill Walbert, Steve Karl and Penny Young at a meeting at Lapham Community Center, New Canaan, Conn., on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, when the council voted to opt into the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program, which aims to encourage green energy projects for commercial buildings.



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All Our for Autism hits the streets Aug. 22

The sixth annual All Out for Autism 5k walk/run will be held Friday, Aug. 22. All proceeds from the event benefit programs and events for children with special needs at the New Canaan YMCA.



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Former Outback youth director eligible for accelerated rehab

... Thursday, Feb. 27, on a breach of peace charge for an incident involving students at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan. Photo: Contributed Photo, Nelson Oliveira Five months after police said Andrew Barer used vulgar and inappropriate language to ...



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Pocketbook stolen at Waveny Park

A pocketbook containing at least $200 in cash, a $100 gift card and a credit card was reported stolen from Waveny Park July 21, New Canaan police said.



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'Lend Me a Tenor" opens Aug. 1 at Powerhouse

At a rehearsal for "Lend Me a Tenor," which opens Friday, Aug. 1, at the Powerhouse Theatre in New Canaan, Max, played by Rob Nichols, left, works a scene with Tito, played by Chris Beaurline.



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Book Buddies earns Girl Scout top award

... individuals with special needs. Each week, more than a dozen participants who live in group homes in Darien and New Canaan run by STAR Inc. , Lighting the Way join Collins to read two or more short stories from the collection. She created a syllabus ...



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Arianne Faber Kolb and Eleanor Flatow, co-directors of New Canaan's Carriage Barn Arts Center, are the jurors for the Rowayton Arts Center's "Brushwork" exhibition, which continues through Aug. 31. They will present awards for the winning paintings by area artists during a free reception from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the RAC gallery, 145 ... (more)



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Yankee Stadium Run Jogs Childhood Memories For New Canaan Woman

When New Canaan's Catherine Calandra ran in the Damon Runyon 5k at Yankee Stadium for cancer research for the first time last yer, it felt as if she was returning home.



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Friends Of Karen Grows To Help More Families In Stamford

The children's charity Friends of Karen is expanding its outreach in to Fairfield County, with a New Canaan family hosting a kickoff meeting.



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Friends Of Karen Grows To Help More Families In Westport

The children's charity Friends of Karen is expanding its outreach in to Fairfield County, with a New Canaan family hosting a kickoff meeting.



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Tuesday, July 29, 2014

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New Canaan Selectman Nick Williams, right, is frustrated with Yankee Gas, with which the town has a memorandum of understanding to implement natural gas service.



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Town-wide project lags; gas for schools, Waveny, YMCA eyed

New Canaan Selectman Nick Williams, right, is frustrated with Yankee Gas, with which the town has a memorandum of understanding to implement natural gas service.



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PD: Driver found with marijuana, paraphernalia

Jonathan Avery , 22, of 941 Ponus Ridge Road, New Canaan, was arrested July 26 on charges of possession of less than four ounces of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.



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PD: Driver found with marijuana,...

Jonathan Avery, 22, of 941 Ponus Ridge Road, New Canaan, was arrested July 26 on charges of possession of less than four ounces of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.



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Y's camp experience open to all

Emma Chavez and Grace Lombardo, shown with camp counselor Jessica Milsom, are two of 32 children with special needs who are participating in New Canaan YMCAis Camp Y-Ki this summer.



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At Le Boudoir, the customer is queen

Mamoune Tazi, the owner of Le Boudoir at 160 Main St., New Canaan, is striving to pamper his customers at his newly opened beauty bar.



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Senior men's club to hear about customer service

Charles Firlotte, president and CEO of Aquarion Water Co., will address the Senior Men's Club of New Canaan in Morrill Hall at St. Mark's Church on Friday, Aug. 8. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed Charles Firlotte , president and CEO of Aquarion Co., will address the Senior Men's Club of New Canaan in Morrill Hall at St. Mark's Church at 10 ... (more)



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Charles Firlotte, president and CEO of Aquarion Water Co., will address the Senior Men's Club of New Canaan in Morrill Hall at St. Mark's Church on Friday, Aug. 8. Charles Firlotte, president and CEO of Aquarion Co., will address the Senior Men's Club of New Canaan in Morrill Hall at St. Mark's Church at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, about his company's ... (more)



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Three cars broken into at two New Canaan clubs

Three cars were broken were into and two purses were stolen during two separate incidents in New Canaan July 27 .



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New Canaan joins green building initiative

Town Council members Kathleen Corbet, Bill Walbert, Steve Karl and Penny Young at a meeting at Lapham Community Center, New Canaan, Conn., on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, when the council voted to opt into the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program, which aims to encourage green energy projects for commercial buildings.



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All Our for Autism hits the streets Aug. 22

The sixth annual All Out for Autism 5k walk/run will be held Friday, Aug. 22. All proceeds from the event benefit programs and events for children with special needs at the New Canaan YMCA.



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Three cars broken into at two New Canaan...

Three cars were broken were into and two purses were stolen during two separate incidents in New Canaan July 27 .



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Town Council members Kathleen Corbet, Bill Walbert, Steve Karl and Penny Young at a meeting at Lapham Community Center, New Canaan, Conn., on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, when the council voted to opt into the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program, which aims to encourage green energy projects for commercial buildings.



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The sixth annual All Out for Autism 5k walk/run will be held Friday, Aug. 22. All proceeds from the event benefit programs and events for children with special needs at the New Canaan YMCA.



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New Canaan Homeowner Reports $320K In Jewelry, Cash Missing From Safe

A New Canaan homeowner is reporting that $320,000 in jewelry and cash was stolen from his home safe, according to the New Canaan News.



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New Canaan, Westport Rowers Win Gold At U23 World Regatta

New Canaan's Andrew Campbell and Westport's Elizabeth Youngling won gold medals Sunday for the United States in the Under 23 World Rowing Championships in Varese, Italy.



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Monday, July 28, 2014

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Police are searching for a suspect in the theft of a motorized scooter at the New Canaan train station July 23. A 43-year-old resident parked his scooter, as he said he usually does, at a bike rack at the station's parking lot at about 6:15 a.m., according to the report.



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Woman loses nearly $2,000 in Craigslist scam

A Silvermine Road resident reported July 21 being a victim of a Craigslist scammer who took nearly $2,000 from her, according to New Canaan police.



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Food pantry needs donations

Items in need are low-sugar cereal; pasta sauce; canned chili, hash and stew; canned fruit; jelly and crackers. No beans or soup are needed at this time. Financial donations are also accepted. Checks should be made payable to New Canaan Food Pantry and mailed to 77 Main St., New Canaan CT 06840.



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Utah Premiere of August: Osage County Prompts Record-Breaking Kickstarter Funding Success

... years than he cares to remember), with a longstanding interest in theater. He found it to be great fun to live in New Canaan, Connecticut, with easy access to the Great White Way. But now, Blair lives in Salt Lake City (a long, not interesting ...



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Warrant details child porn found on laptop

Elliott L. Maynes, 23, of 283 Buttery Road, New Canaan, Conn., is facing charges of second-degree possession of child pornography and violation of probation.



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... where a woman can come any time and leave feeling gorgeous. Le Boudoir has opened for business at 160 Main St. in New Canaan. Owner Mamoune Tazi is not only feeling success with his new venture, which opened in May, but enjoying the opportunity to ...



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At Le Boudoir, the customer is queen

Mamoune Tazi, the owner of Le Boudoir at 160 Main St., New Canaan, is striving to pamper his customers at his newly opened beauty bar.



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Benjamin W. Olmstead, 71, Of Norwalk, Army Veteran

... Army from 1964 to 1966 and in the Army Reserves and was discharged in 1970. He was a surveyor for the Town of New Canaan Department of Public Works for 36 years. Olmstead is survived by his wife, Donna Pollastro Olmstead; daughters, Kim Olmstead ...



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Baltimore Comes to Silvermine

... and includes new guild members as well as established members. Included in the Guild show are June Ahrens (New Canaan), Ashley Andrews (North Salem), Jocelyn Braxton Armstrong (Westport), Diana Chamberlain (Woodbury), Bruce Dunbar (Stratford), Mindy ...



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Gutsy Mid-Century Architects Made Modern History In Bucolic New Canaan

The Marcel Breuer House In its day, Marcel Breuer's house, with its bold cantilever, was the most renowned of the Modern houses in New Canaan.



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New Canaan Workshop Will Examine The Insides Of Gadgets

Students will be able to take electronics apart and learn how their insides work at the UnMaker workshop hosted by the New Canaan Library on July 29. NEW CANAAN, Conn.



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Sunday, July 27, 2014

Community Gardens 'an oasis' in Darien

... creative in their fashion of fencing, such as this gardener who used branches she collected from Waveny Park in New Canaan. Photo: Megan Spicer Community gardens director Dorothy Shergalis and one other gardener maintain bee hives in a far corner of ...



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Emma Chavez and Grace Lombardo, shown with camp counselor Jessica Milsom, are two of 32 children with special needs who are participating in New Canaan YMCAis Camp Y-Ki this summer.



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... of Polon's works in oil will be shown for the first time at the Lionheart Gallery, which is just over the New Canaan border in Piound Ridge, N.Y., during an exhibition that continues through Sunday, July 27. "My mother never cared to show her work," ...



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... to collect money to launch the business. He has also decided to donate 10 percent of the profits to the New Canaan Library. Although his father, Chris DeMuth Jr., is helping his son launch his first business, Christopher is the one making the ...



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Work of prolific painter on display at Lionheart

Mary Polon's "Papa's Bakery," an oil on canvas done in 1988, will be among the pieces on display at the Lionheart Gallery in Pound Ridge, N.Y., just over the New Canaan border.



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Christopher DeMuth III in a photo in his backyard in New Canaan,...

Six-year-old Christopher DeMuth III, building a boat in the photo, is planning to donate 10 percent of the profits he makes with his first lemonade stand to the New Canaan Library, New Canaan, Conn.



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Joining Hands to Support Cancer Survivors

Westport residents Patty Kondub and Mary Heery join hands with health and wellness professionals from the Y's of Westport/Weston, New Canaan, Darien and Wilton, to mark $1,000 donations from SpinOdyssey to each of the Y's to support their cancer exercise survivor programs.



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STAR receives $45,000 grant

... served each month. STAR serves nearly 700 individuals from birth through senior years in Norwalk, Weston, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Westport and Weston.



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'Night of Stars' to benefit STONC's arts education

Daniel Klein and Tiffan Borelli, in a scene from "South Pacific," are among the 20 performers appearing in a benefit for the Summer Theatre of New Canaan Monday, July 28. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed More than 20 stars from Broadway and Connecticut will perform in "A Night of Stars in Concert" to benefit the Summer Theatre of New Canaan .



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... served each month. STAR serves nearly 700 individuals from birth through senior years in Norwalk, Weston, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Westport and Weston.



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Daniel Klein and Tiffan Borelli, in a scene from "South Pacific," are among the 20 performers appearing in a benefit for the Summer Theatre of New Canaan Monday, July 28. More than 20 stars from Broadway and Connecticut will perform in "A Night of Stars in Concert" to benefit the Summer Theatre of New Canaan.



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Elimination Of Wilton Native From 'Food Network Star' Tops News Last Week

... resident Jose Feliciano played the first concert of the summer season. Wilton police helped investigate after New Canaan Public Works Department employee Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk was struck by a vehicle driven by Francesco Sorge, 60, of ...



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Arrest Of Norwalk Man In Police Standoff Tops News Last Week

... ended as Norwalk officers entered a home at 159 West Rocks Road and removed a man threatening to harm himself . New Canaan Public Works Department employee Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk was struck by a vehicle driven by Francesco Sorge, 60, of ...



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Death Of New Canaan Public Works Employee Hit By Car Tops News Last Week

New Canaan Public Works Department employee Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk was struck by a vehicle driven by Francesco Sorge, 60, of Norwalk.



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Saturday, July 26, 2014

Brandon Alexander of Birdwalk at the New Canaan annual sidewalk sales.

Brandon Alexander, from left, John Bemis and Trevor LaVecchia of Birwalk at the New Canaan sidewalk sales.



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Staying Put salutes departing director

... with a song in her honor to the tune of "The Rain in Spain" which began "Our Jane in Maine will be missed in New Canaan." Staying Put helps seniors remain safe and comfortable in New Canaan by providing support and events to keep them engaged with ...



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More than $300,000 in jewelry, cash reported stolen

About $320,000 in jewelry and cash were reported stolen from a New Canaan resident's safe, according to police.



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The New Canaan-based Voices of September 11th has been awarded funding from the Kanishka Project Contribution Program, an initiative funded by the government of Canada.



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... with a song in her honor to the tune of "The Rain in Spain" which began "Our Jane in Maine will be missed in New Canaan." Staying Put helps seniors remain safe and comfortable in New Canaan by providing support and events to keep them engaged with ...



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visit|article-5648828|interleaved-29832-tab1|1Teen band draws inspiration from music of the '60s

... of Birdwalk, John Bemis, moved from one song to the next apparently without issue during their performance at New Canaan's Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale Saturday. Pinetop Starks' "Every Day I Have the Blues" has been covered extensively since it was ...



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Olmstead remembered as a family manvisit|article-5648205|mobile_simple_list_body-11991|2

Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, died Thursday, July 24, 2014, after he was struck by a Dodge Ram Wednesday, at the intersection of New Norwalk Road, also known as Route 123, and East Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., while spray painting the road.



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Friday, July 25, 2014

Warrant details child porn found on laptop

Elliott L. Maynes, 23, of 283 Buttery Road, New Canaan, Conn., is facing charges of second-degree possession of child pornography and violation of probation.



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West Haven Councilman, Charged with New Canaan Theft, Wants Jury Trial

A West Haven city councilman charged with embezzling $172,000 from two accounts at Chase Bank in New Canaan, has asked for a jury trial in state Superior Court in Stamford, the New Haven Register reports .



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Elliott L. Maynes, 23, of 283 Buttery Road, New Canaan, Conn., is facing charges of second-degree possession of child pornography and violation of probation.



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New Canaan Worker From Norwalk Struck By Vehicle Dies In Hospital

A 71-year-old New Canaan Public Works Department employee died in the hospital Thursday after he was struck by a vehicle late Wednesday morning while working, police said.



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New Canaan Workshop Will Get To The Insides Of Gadgets

Students will be able to take electronics apart and learn how their insides work at the UnMaker workshop hosted by the New Canaan Library on July 29. NEW CANAAN, N.Y. The New Canaan Library welcomes students to break stuff as part of the UnMaker workshop, which will involve taking apart old or broken electronics to see how their insides work.



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New Canaan Riders for Survivors Riding in CT Challenge

By John Totaro. Riding 190 miles on a bike in two days is quite a challenge. New Canaan's John Murphy will be taking that challenge for a good cause in the 10th annual CT Challenge Bike Ride which started Friday morning and continues on Saturday.



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On the market: In-town livingvisit|article-5646701|interleaved-5646424-breaking-news|3

A short stroll to town, the renovated and expanded Colonial at 228 Old Stamford Road in New Canaan is a perfect home for the suburban family.



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Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, died Thursday, July 24, 2014, after he was struck by a Dodge Ram Wednesday, at the intersection of New Norwalk Road, also known as Route 123, and East Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., while spray painting the road.



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Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, died Thursday, July 24, 2014, after he was struck by a Dodge Ram Wednesday, at the intersection of New Norwalk Road, also known as Route 123, and East Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., while spray painting the road.



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Take Online Video Tours of These New Canaan Homes for Sale

These videos of New Canaan homes for sale were recently uploaded to YouTube. Each listing links to the YouTube video : 60 Myanos Rd. 72 Huckleberry Hill Rd. 39 Parade Hill Ln. 71 Amy's Ln.



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Town employee dies after being hit by truck

Benjamin Olmstead, 71, of Norwalk, died Thursday, July 24, 2014, after he was struck by a Dodge Ram Wednesday, at the intersection of New Norwalk Road, also known as Route 123, and East Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., while spray painting the road.



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New Canaan Public Works Employee Hit By Vehicle Dies In Hospital

A 71-year-old New Canaan Public Works Department employee died in the hospital Thursday after he was struck by a vehicle late Wednesday morning while working, police said.



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CT: Cheshire Man to Oversee Metro-North's New Haven Line

... of Transportation. The DOT owns the New Haven Line, including the three branches to Waterbury, Danbury and New Canaan. The line is operated by Metro-North under contract to the DOT. "Mike Donnarumma has the experience to improve customer service and ...



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CIAC proposal: Return football playoffs to four divisions in 2015

... CIAC Board of Control approval. The Board is scheduled to meet on Aug. 21. "It was a win-win for everybody," said New Canaan coach Lou Marinelli, chairman for the coaches on the football committee. "I commend those guys on the CIAC. They really did ...



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Thursday, July 24, 2014

Nicole Anthony marries Graham MacKenzievisit|article-5644620|interleaved-5643788-breaking-news|2

... amford, and her father, Henry Anthony, of Brookfield. The bridegroom is the son of Lisa and Stephen MacKenzie, of New Canaan. He is also the grandson of Anne MacKenzie, of New Canaan and John's Island, Fla., and the late William MacKenzie.



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... of the five 2014 Kiwanis Scholarships to Eugene Constandaki, Samuel Kramer and Lauren Perone. The Kiwanis Club of New Canaan recently awarded scholarships to students Eugene Constandaki, Samuel Kramer, Graham Miles, Lauren Perone and Madison Yancy. ...



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New Canaan Man Released On Bond Until Sentencing For Attempted Murder

NEW CANAAN, Conn. J. Michael Farren, who was convicted July 11 of trying to kill his wife in their New Canaan home four years ago, was released from custody until his sentencing on Sept.



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New Canaan students' achievements cited

... and Boston received a bachelor of business administration degree in marketing. Abigail Stone, a graduate of New Canaan High School, is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society at Bucknell University . Phillip Arliss , a University of Vermont ...



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... took place Wednesday night at Terry Conners ice rink in Stamford. It was a winning event on every level. New Canaan native and Montreal Canadien left wing Max Pacioretty was not in attendance, but Drew MacKenzie and Jack Downing, both also of New ...



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... Daniel Crowley were named to the dean's list at Lafayette College for the spring semester. They are graduates of New Canaan High School. Abigail Stone, a graduate of New Canaan High School, is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society at Bucknell ...



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New Canaan natives play in Big Assist VI

At left, New York Ranger, Martin St. Louis , a Greenwich resident, with Obie Harrington-Howes, at center, and Darien's Ryan Shannon of the Zurich Lions of the Swiss National League, during the ceremonial puck-drop at the start of NHL superstars Big Assist exhibtion game to benefit the Obie Harrington-Howes Foundation at Terry Conners Rink in ... (more)



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... percent of surveyed schools have not conducted a single sexual assault investigation in the past five years. In New Canaan, where more than 300 high school seniors are heading to college in the fall, sexual assault experts and town leaders are ...



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Town leaders discuss campus sexual assault

Villanova University student Margie Hahn and Youth and Family Services Coordinator Jacqueline D'Louhy discuss campus sexual violence at a meeting at the New Canaan Police Department, in New Canaan, Conn., Monday, July 21, 2014.



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Jim Brewer tends to his garden at the Cherry Lawn Community Gardens.

... creative in their fashion of fencing, such as this gardener who used branches she collected from Waveny Park in New Canaan. Photo: Megan Spicer Community gardens director Dorothy Shergalis and one other gardener maintain bee hives in a far corner of ...



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Wallet reported stolen at Dunkin' Donuts

New Canaan police are searching for a suspect in the theft of a wallet at Dunkin' Donuts, 88 Elm St., New Canaan, Conn., July 15, 2014.



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Trio Arrested On Gift Card Fraud Charges In New Canaan Parking Lot

Tarkeisha L. Valentine, 25, of 520 Kershaw St., Aiken, SC, charged by New Canaan Police in connection with an alleged fraud at Walgreens.



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Tag Sales In And Around Darien

... Turnpike in Fairfield is hosting a tag sale between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. 90 Oenoke Ridge in New Canaan is hosting a moving sale between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 186 New Canaan Ave. in Norwalk is hosting a ...



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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Convicted New Canaan lawyer gets out of jail

... of first-degree assault stemming from a 2010 incident in which he allegedly tried to kill his wife in their New Canaan home. Photo: Lindsay Perry J. Michael Farren, former White House attorney, hides behind a box of his belongings as he leaves State ...



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Twelve days after a jury convicted J. Michael Farren of the attempted murder of his wife in their $4.5 million mansion over four years ago, Farren was released from custody until his sentencing in September.



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... by the rapid rise in inventory during April and May," said William Larkin, manager of William Pitt Sotheby's New Canaan brokerage. "Buyers have been actively in the market, but the competition to sell a property is stiffer right now than it has been ...



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Convicted New Canaan lawyer gets out of jail

... of first-degree assault stemming from a 2010 incident in which he allegedly tried to kill his wife in their New Canaan home. Photo: Lindsay Perry J. Michael Farren, former White House attorney, hides behind a box of his belongings as he leaves State ...



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The New Canaan YMCA recently launched Togetherhood, a community service program.



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Twelve days after a jury convicted J. Michael Farren of the attempted murder of his wife in their $4.5 million mansion over four years ago, Farren was released from custody until his sentencing in September.



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'Togetherhood' launched by New Canaan Y

The New Canaan YMCA recently launched Togetherhood, a community service program.



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Mobile device expansion coming to district

Interim Superintendent of Schools Bryan Luizzi, left, Board of Education Vice Chairman Scott Gress and board member Dionna Carlson at a meeting Monday, July 21, 2014, at New Canaan High School, New Canaan, Conn.



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New Canaan Public Works Employee Hit By Vehicle, Suffers Serious Injuries

A 71-year-old New Canaan Public Works Department employee is in serious condition in hospital after he was struck by a vehicle late Wednesday morning, police said.



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That's one of the goals of a new technology initiative by New Canaan Public Schools, which increases mobile device use in all levels, starting in the elementary schools, Director of Digital Learning Robert Miller told the Board of Education Monday.



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New Canaan Public Works Employee Struck By Car

A New Canaan Public Works employee suffered serious injuries when he was struck by a car while spray painting the intersection of New Norwalk Road and East Avenue on Wednesday morning, according to police.



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Pedestrian hit by car in New Canaanvisit|article-5641509|interleaved-5640647-breaking-news|1

A man was struck by a vehicle Wednesday on the corner of New Norwalk Road and East Avenue in New Canaan, according to Police Chief Leon Krolikowski's office.



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Pedestrian hit by car in New Canaan

A man was struck by a vehicle Wednesday on the corner of New Norwalk Road and East Avenue in New Canaan, according to Police Chief Leon Krolikowski 's office.



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Junior Legion pitching staff shows bright future in 2015

Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion pitcher Charlie Sealy looks in during the third inning of his start against Stamford at Darien High School on Sunday, July 13. Photo: Andrew Callahan For all the statistical advancements and significant strides made in understanding the world of baseball in these times of "Moneyball," a handful of truths from the ... (more)



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Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion pitcher Charlie Sealy looks in during the third inning of his start against Stamford at Darien High School on Sunday, July 13. For all the statistical advancements and significant strides made in understanding the world of baseball over the past two decades, a handful of truths from the first days of the dead-ball ... (more)



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Junior Legion pitching staff shows bright future in 2015

Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion pitcher Charlie Sealy looks in during the third inning of his start against Stamford at Darien High School on Sunday, July 13. Photo: Andrew Callahan For all the statistical advancements and significant strides made in understanding the world of baseball over the past two decades, a handful of truths from the first ... (more)



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McShane receiving EmpowerHer Award

Kathy McShane, of New Canaan, the managing director of Ladies Who Launch in Connecticut, will receive an EmpowerHer Award for excellence.



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Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion pitcher Charlie Sealy looks in during the third inning of his start against Stamford at Darien High School on Sunday, July 13. For all the statistical advancements and significant strides made in understanding the world of baseball in these times of "Moneyball," a handful of truths from the very first days of the ... (more)



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Couple charged in domestic disputevisit|article-5640601|interleaved-5640647-breaking-news|3

Hadiya N. Bowles, 19, and Nicholas T. Bowles, 25, both of 186 Lakeview Ave., New Canaan, were arrested July 14 on charges of third-degree assault and disorderly conduct in connection with a domestic dispute.



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visit|article-5640647|interleaved-29839-tab1|1Council seeks public input on Waveny House status

The New Canaan Preservation Alliance would like to apply to have Waveny House listed on the National Register of Historic Places.



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Couple charged in domestic dispute

Hadiya N. Bowles , 19, and Nicholas T. Bowles , 25, both of 186 Lakeview Ave., New Canaan, were arrested July 14 on charges of third-degree assault and disorderly conduct in connection with a domestic dispute.



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Council seeks public input on Waveny House status

The New Canaan Preservation Alliance would like to apply to have Waveny House listed on the National Register of Historic Places.



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Finding those who wander away from home

... ents of Darien. According to the Project Lifesaver website , the program is also located in East Haven, Guilford, New Canaan, Simsbury, Stamford, and Westport.



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Agnita O'Halloran, 91, Of New Canaan

Agnita "Jo" Mescall O'Halloran of New Canaan, formerly of Bronxville and New York City, N.Y, died Monday, July 21. She was 91. She is survived by her two sons, Kevin O'Halloran and his wife Peggy of Westport, and Thomas O'Halloran and his spouse Robert Kesten of South Salem, N.Y.; a brother, Monsignor John Mescall of Riverdale, N.Y.; and three ... (more)



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New Canaan Woman's Yoga Programs Help Cancer Survivors

New Canaan's Kathy Salvo realized the benefits yoga could have on cancer survivors long before it became mainstream.



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New Canaan Police Chief Surprised By Union Complaint

New Canaan Police Chief Leon Krolikowski said he believes the lawsuit brought against him by the police union claiming he bypassed the union negotiating committee during contract talks with without merit and should be thrown out, according to the New Canaan Advertiser.



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Tuesday, July 22, 2014

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New Canaan police are searching for a suspect in the theft of a wallet at Dunkin' Donuts, 88 Elm St., New Canaan, Conn., July 15, 2014.



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Wallet reported stolen at Dunkin' Donuts

New Canaan police are searching for a suspect in the theft of a wallet at Dunkin' Donuts, 88 Elm St., New Canaan, Conn., July 15, 2014.



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Two fraud attempts hit New Canaan woman

The Canoe Hill Road resident, who said she's a been a victim of fraud before, told police she recently received a phone call from a man claiming to be from Clear Creek tax firm, according to the report.



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The Canoe Hill Road resident, who said she's a been a victim of fraud before, told police she recently received a phone call from a man claiming to be from Clear Creek tax firm, according to the report.



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State Sen. Toni Boucher Named 'Children's Champion'

... Education Committee and Higher Education Committee. * Sen. Boucher ( www.senatorboucher.com ) represents Bethel, New Canaan, Redding, Ridgefield, Weston, Westport and Wilton.



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Credit card issued under man's name

A Weeburn Drive resident reported July 20 that someone opened a credit card under his name, New Canaan police said.



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Police: New Canaan Woman, Driving Intoxicated, Took a Turn for the Worse

... on Silvermine Road on Sunday he saw a car turn right onto Route 123 and head northbound - in the southbound lane. New Canaan police gave this account (an accusation not proven in court) of how that observation turned into an arrest on a charge of ...



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Junior Legion baseball ends season in 1-0 loss

Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion first baseman Ryan Radecki makes a diving catch to end the second inning of a regular season game at Trumbull on Saturday, July 19. Photo: Andrew Callahan The Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion baseball team stands with coaches Michael Patrona and Mike Alfieri after its final game of the 2014 season, a 1-0 loss at ... (more)



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New Canaan's Trevor Healy wins 2nd Greenwich Point 1-mile swim

New Canaan native Trevor Healy wanted to test his swimming skills in a race one more time prior to moving to the United Kingdom in less than two weeks, so he made sure he was awake bright and early Saturday morning for an event he knew he just couldn't miss -- the 27th annual Greenwich Point One-Mile Swim.



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New lawyer joins New Canaanite's firm

Kathryn A. Phillips recently joined the family law practice of Nusbaum & Parrino PC, of Westport, as an associate attorney. New Canaan resident Thomas Parrino is a co-founder of the firm. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed



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New Canaan man facing child porn charge

Elliott L. Maynes, 23, of 283 Buttery Road, New Canaan, was arrested July 15 on charges of second-degree possession of child pornography and violation of probation less than two years after he was first arrested on a child pornography charge, according to New Canaan police.



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Police: Three caught after attempted fraud at Walgreens

Three South Carolina residents were arrested in New Canaan Monday night on a charge of sixth-degree conspiracy to commit larceny following an attempted fraud at Walgreens, 36 Pine St., according to police.



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New Canaan native Trevor Healy wanted to test his swimming skills in a race one more time prior to moving to the United Kingdom in less than two weeks, so he made sure he was awake bright and early Saturday morning for an event he knew he just couldn't miss -- the 27th annual Greenwich Point One-Mile Swim.



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Police: Three caught after attempted fraud at...

Three South Carolina residents were arrested in New Canaan Monday night on a charge of sixth-degree conspiracy to commit larceny following an attempted fraud at Walgreens, 36 Pine St., according to police.



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Police: Three Professional Shoplifters Nabbed in New Canaan

An observant employee at Walgreen's in New Canaan alerted police Monday to an attempt at fraudulently buying gift cards, resulting in the arrests of three young South Carolina people, police said.



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visit|article-5637906|interleaved-29839-tab1|1'Hairspray Jr.' performed by STONC Junior Company

Summer Theatre of New Canaan's Junior Company and staff prepare for the free performance of "Hairspray Jr." on Friday, July 25. Summer Theatre of New Canaan's Junior Company will perform "Hairspray Jr." at 4 p.m. Friday, July 25, in the open-air tent theater at Waveny Park.



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McShane receiving EmpowerHer Award

Kathy McShane, of New Canaan, the managing director of Ladies Who Launch in Connecticut, will receive an EmpowerHer Award for excellence.



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Eng named development director of Voices of September 11th

... families, responders and survivors. Prior to joining Voices, Eng served as the director of development for the New Canaan YMCA. During her tenure at the Y, she also served as director of marketing and communications. Earlier in her career, Eng spent ...



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Kathy McShane, of New Canaan, the managing director of Ladies Who Launch in Connecticut, will receive an EmpowerHer Award for excellence.



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Teen becomes victim of identity theft

A 17-year-old East Avenue resident had her identity stolen after receiving a fraudulent text message, according to New Canaan police.



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New Canaan woman faces DUI charge

Glenda Moralee, 67, of 51 Richmond Hill Road, New Canaan, was arrested July 20 on charges of driving under the influence and making an improper turn.



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New Canaan Kids Join Junior Cast Of 'Hairspray' At Summer Theatre

The middle school students from across lower Fairfield County who make up the Jr. Company of The Summer Theatre of New Canaan are getting ready to put on a show.



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Monday, July 21, 2014

New Canaan Man Accused Of Having More Child Porn On Computer

... probation as a result, the Stamford Advocate said. Probation officers conducted an unannounced search of Maynes' New Canaan apartment in September 2013 and discovered more pornography on his computer, a violation of the terms of his probation, the ...



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From the desk of Fire Marshal Fred Baker

... ably with 4-inch-high, contrasting numbers. If you have any questions about how to mark your home please call the New Canaan Fire Marshal's Office at 203-594-3030.



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New Canaan Man Arrested Again on Child Porn Charge

For the second time in two years, a New Canaan man has been arrested on a charge of possessing child pornography.



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Letter: Push-n-Pull Parade another successvisit|article-5635988|interleaved-5635505-breaking-news|2

... Sponsors Color Guard, Darien Times, Darien Fire Department, Jay & Ray, Mary Ann Hall's Music for Children, New Canaan, Darien & Rowayton Magazine/Moffly Media, Noroton Fire Department, town of Darien, Urstadt Biddle Properties and Whole Foods. ...



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Letter: Push-n-Pull Parade another success

... Sponsors Color Guard, Darien Times, Darien Fire Department , Jay & Ray, Mary Ann Hall 's Music for Children, New Canaan, Darien & Rowayton Magazine/Moffly Media, Noroton Fire Department, town of Darien, Urstadt Biddle Properties and Whole Foods. We ...



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New Canaan Man Accused Of Having Child Porn On Computer

Elliott L. Maynes, 23, was originally arrested in 2012 after employees at P.C. Richard & Son discovered child pornography on his computer while attempting to repair the machine.



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Darien-New Canaan Senior Legion right fielder Brian Moran readies to swing during a regular season game at Trumbull on Thursday, July 17. Beset by a shrinking roster, the Darien-New Canaan Senior Legion team brought its 2014 season to a close Saturday with a 7-0 loss at Greenwich.



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New Canaan's Casali records first MLB hit

Last Thursday, former New Canaan High School catcher Curt Casali was called up to play for the Tampa Bay Rays.



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Darien-New Canaan Senior Legion right fielder Brian Moran readies to swing during a regular season game at Trumbull on Thursday, July 17. Beset by a shrinking roster, the Darien-New Canaan Senior Legion team brought its 2014 season to a close Saturday with a 7-0 loss at Greenwich.



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Elliott L. Maynes, 23, of 283 Buttery Road, New Canaan, was arrested July 15 on charges of second-degree possession of child pornography and violation of probation.



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Junior Legion baseball ends season in 1-0 loss

Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion first baseman Ryan Radecki makes a diving catch to end the second inning of a regular season game at Trumbull on Saturday, July 19. Photo: Andrew Callahan The Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion baseball team stands with coaches Michael Patrona and Mike Alfieri after its final game of the 2014 season, a 1-0 loss at ... (more)



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Darien Junior Legion ends year in 1-0 loss at Trumbull

Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion first baseman Ryan Radecki makes a diving catch to end the second inning of a regular season game at Trumbull on Saturday, July 19. Photo: Andrew Callahan The Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion baseball team stands with coaches Michael Patrona and Mike Alfieri after its final game of the 2014 season, a 1-0 loss at ... (more)



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New Canaan Babe Ruth baseball players take their leads in a regular season home game against Pomperaug at Mead Park on Saturday, July 19. Four different players crossed home for the New Canaan Babe Ruth travel baseball team Saturday, but their efforts were not enough to swing a 17-4 losing decision to Pomperaug at Mead Park.



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They say that speed kills. And for the Darien-New Canaan Junior Legion baseball team, it was speed, by way of one measly passed ball, that ultimately closed the book on its 2014 campaign.



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Farmers markets good for economy: officialsvisit|article-5635321|interleaved-5635321-breaking-news|3

The New Canaan Farmers' Market, at the old Center School parking lot at South Avenue and Maple Street, is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday through Nov. 22. File photo In a recent news release, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy encouraged residents to support local growers and the economy by visiting the markets.



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New Canaan Babe Ruth baseball dropped in doubleheader

New Canaan Babe Ruth baseball players take their leads in a regular season home game against Pomperaug at Mead Park on Saturday, July 19. Photo: Andrew Callahan Four different players crossed home for the New Canaan Babe Ruth travel baseball team Saturday, but their efforts were not enough to swing a 17-4 losing decision to Pomperaug at Mead Park.



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New Canaan resident named bank corporator

Laura Walbert, co-founder and managing director of Fraser Walbert Media in New Canaan, was elected a corporator for First County Bank.



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Farmers markets good for economy: officials

The New Canaan Farmers' Market, at the old Center School parking lot at South Avenue and Maple Street, is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday through Nov. 22. File photo Photo: Contributed Photo In a recent news release, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy encouraged residents to support local growers and the economy by visiting the markets.



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... advantage of the incredible quality and diversity of products being offered at farmers markets across our state." New Canaan Farmers Market, old Center School parking lot at South Avenue and Maple Street. It is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday ...



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Farmers markets good for economy: officials

... advantage of the incredible quality and diversity of products being offered at farmers markets across our state." New Canaan Farmers Market, old Center School parking lot at South Avenue and Maple Street. It is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday ...



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Crowds Come Out At New Canaan's Village Fair And Sidewalk Sale

... St., said the fair and sidewalk sale is an important part of the community and also important for their business. NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Downtown New Canaan was turned into a pedestrian mall as hundreds of shoppers flocked to take advantage of special ...



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Sunday, July 20, 2014

Diane Benke of Westport has competed in the Point-to-Point race several times.

... 7, and Terry, watch for mom Kristin in Sunday's Point-to-Point race. Photo: Jarret Liotta Trevor Healy of New Canaan finished second in the Point-to-Point race with a time of 17 minutes and 31 seconds. Photo: Jarret Liotta Bennett Dubson of Westport ...



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More than 130 vendors were out on the streets or sidewalks of downtown New Canaan Saturday for the 2014 annual Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale.



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... Phillips recently joined the family law practice of Nusbaum & Parrino PC, of Westport, as an associate attorney. New Canaan resident Thomas Parrino is a co-founder of the firm. "Katie brings additional depth to Nusbaum & Parrino as we grow our ...



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Shoppers galore

The New Canaan "School of Rock" band vocalists Addie Teolis and Ben Teolis sing at the annual New Canaan Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale, New Canaan, CT Saturday, July, 19th, 2014.



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Animal News Desk / Cathy Kangas

... the Greenwich Animal Shelter, or purchasing from responsible, ethical breeders, who never sell through pet shops. New Canaan resident Cathy Kangas is a member of the board of directors of the Humane Society of the United States . She can be reached ...



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Ex-New Rochelle Resident's Death In Mexico Tops Week's News

... Co-chairs Ward Cleary of Darien, Conn., and Deann Murphy of New Rochelle , N.Y.; Secretary Sperry DeCew of New Canaan, Conn.; and Treasurer Peter Orthwein of Greenwich, Conn., will reclaim their roles. Saddled with the unenviable task of trying to ...



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Margaret Mastrangelo, 79; Stamford Resident

... is survived by her loving son Mark Mastrangelo of Stamford; a granddaughter Giorgiana Rose Mastrangelo of New Canaan; two sisters, Bonnie Mullarkey and her husband Tom of Stamford,Catherine Doyle of Canada and many nieces and nephews. Besides her ...



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Saturday, July 19, 2014

New Canaan resident named bank corporator

Laura Walbert, co-founder and managing director of Fraser Walbert Media in New Canaan, was elected a corporator for First County Bank.



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Girls' Night Out promises fun and prizes

Jodi Bryce Stevens plays Velma Von Tussle in Summer Theatre of New Canaan's production of "Hairspray."



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Entries sought for New Canaan Society for the Arts annual show

... Barn Arts Center scheduled for a September opening. The show celebrates the breadth of work of the members of the New Canaan Society for the Arts , which has its home base at the Carriage Barn. All subjects, styles and media will be considered. Each ...



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Laura Walbert, co-founder and managing director of Fraser Walbert Media in New Canaan, was elected a corporator for First County Bank.



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Every Thursday through July during its run of "Hairspray," the Summer Theatre of New Canaan is featuring "Girls' Night Out," when theater-goers will have a chance to win prizes while enjoying the show with their BFFs.



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... Barn Arts Center scheduled for a September opening. The show celebrates the breadth of work of the members of the New Canaan Society for the Arts, which has its home base at the Carriage Barn. All subjects, styles and media will be considered. Each ...



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Friday, July 18, 2014

Another ID theft victim reported in New Canaan

More than $2,000 in merchandise was spent under a New Canaan resident's name in another case of identity theft, according to police.



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Another ID theft victim reported in New...

More than $2,000 in merchandise was spent under a New Canaan resident's name in another case of identity theft, according to police.



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$3,600 worth of tiles stolen from New Canaan...

More than $3,600 worth of marble tiles was reported stolen from a West Road residence, New Canaan police said.



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WOW House: The Former Helmsley Estate on Market for $65 Million

... was renovated over the last three years by Dibiase Filkoff Architects of Bedford, NY and Hobbs Builders, Inc. of New Canaan. The Ludowici tile roof was removed, reclaimed, re-built and re-installed with copper flashing. "The scale and design of this ...



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New Security Measures at the Erie County Court House

... to Erie to tour the plant. However, organizers did not realize how popular the trip would be. Kevin Feeney, of New Canaan, CT, was one of t... It was a dream come true today for a group of model railroaders. They got to tour the GE plant in Erie ...



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Former Pro Athlete Gets Kids Moving

... to Erie to tour the plant. However, organizers did not realize how popular the trip would be. Kevin Feeney, of New Canaan, CT, was one of t... It was a dream come true today for a group of model railroaders. They got to tour the GE plant in Erie ...



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Walter W. Woodward, Connecticut State historian and associate professor of early American history at the University of Connecticut, will address the Senior Men's Club of New Canaan on Friday, July 25. Walter W. Woodward, Connecticut state historian and associate professor of early American history at the University of Connecticut, will discuss the ... (more)



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With designer elements throughout, the renovated Colonial at 72 Wellesley Drive in New Canaan offers stylish details in a desirable location.



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On the market: Designer elements

The renovated Colonial at 72 Wellesley Drive in New Canaan offers designer elements throughout the house.



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With designer elements throughout, the renovated Colonial at 72 Wellesley Drive in New Canaan offers stylish details in a desirable location.



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Norman Stark's Bid to Swim Lake Erie Falls Short Due to Poor Conditions

... to Erie to tour the plant. However, organizers did not realize how popular the trip would be. Kevin Feeney, of New Canaan, CT, was one of t... It was a dream come true today for a group of model railroaders. They got to tour the GE plant in Erie ...



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Norwalk's 9-Year-Old Cal Ripken All-Stars Head To States On High Note

In their final tuneup game before the state tournament, the Norwalk 9-year-old Cal Ripken District 1 champions prevailed over New Canaan, 7-1, at Mead Park on Wednesday.



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Video: Election Season Begins in Westport

... doesn't mean it's an easy road ahead. The 26th district is one of the larger governing areas,including: Bethel, New Canaan, Redding, Ridgefield, Weston, Westport, and Wilton. "The challenge for Phil is that he would be covering a district ...



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Thursday, July 17, 2014

Former White House lawyer seeks new trial in assault case

... he waits to be sentenced on his attempted murder conviction in the brutal 2010 beating of his ex-wife in their New Canaan home. Last week a jury found Farren guilty on all counts against him, including attempted murder, first-degree assault and risk ...



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Beating burglars / Chief Leon Krolikowskivisit|article-5628392|interleaved-5627841-breaking-news|2

... oading the "MYPD" application in the iPhone or Android marketplace. After downloading the application search for "New Canaan" and get connected.



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Model Railroaders Visit GE Transportation Plant

... to Erie to tour the plant. However, organizers did not realize how popular the trip would be. Kevin Feeney, of New Canaan, CT, was one of the first to sign-up. "You register early because that gives you the first dibs on the trips. This trip, there ...



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Beating burglars / Chief Leon Krolikowski

... oading the "MYPD" application in the iPhone or Android marketplace. After downloading the application search for "New Canaan" and get connected.



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Three New Canaan natives traveled with the Darien YMCA gymnastics team to the YMCA National Gymnastics Championships meet in Tampa, Fla., from July 1-5 and returned with top finishes.



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Marilyn B. Starr, 75; New Canaan Country Day School Foreign Language Chair

... of Yosemite Valley. After some adventures in Southeast Asia, and having two daughters, the couple relocated to New Canaan in 1978, where Marilyn accepted the offer of a teaching position at New Canaan Country School. She taught French for the ...



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'Taking a break from the city' in New Canaanvisit|article-5627841|mobile_home_category_body-10542|3

... a lot of things going on." So once every summer, she packs her bags and leaves her home in Bronx, N.Y., for New Canaan, where she enjoys two quieter -- but active -- weeks. Yahshanda is on of about 4,000 inner-city children who visit suburban, rural ...



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... four years in court, shows how domestic violence can happen anywhere, including affluent communities such as New Canaan. "He was a White House lawyer, pretty successful, living in a multimillion-dollar house," Police Chief Leon Krolikowski said. "It ...



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'Taking a break from the city' in New Canaan

Mallory Albrecht, left, Gail Albrecht and Yahshanda Thomas at the Albrechts' residence in New Canaan, Conn., Monday, July 14, 2014.



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Police chief: Domestic violence 'crosses all borders'

... four years in court, shows how domestic violence can happen anywhere, including affluent communities such as New Canaan. "He was a White House lawyer, pretty successful, living in a multimillion-dollar house," Police Chief Leon Krolikowski said. "It ...



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Real Estate Firms Partner To Release Magazine Of Luxurious Properties

... alongside editorial content exploring additional notable listings, from a renovated classic 1930s estate in New Canaan, Conn. to an Italian Renaissance estate in Bronxville, N.Y. Readers are also introduced to renowned custom home builder David ...



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Marilyn Ballou Starr, 75, French Teacher, New Canaan Country School

... degree in 1969 at the French School at Middlebury College. After her marriage she relocated with her family to New Canaan in 1978, where she accepted the offer of a teaching position at New Canaan Country School. She taught French for the following ...



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Local Infants to Benefit from $45KCommunity Fund of Darien Grant to STAR

... Inc., Lighting the Way serves nearly 700 individuals from birth through senior years in Norwalk, Weston, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Westport and Weston. STAR provides Birth to 3 early intervention therapies, advocacy and at-home residential ...



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New Canaan Woman Leads Board At Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation

New Canaan's Kathy Giusti, the founder and chief executive officer of the MMRF and the Multiple Myeloma Research Consortium, is now the executive chairman of the MMRF board of directors.



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3 Fairfield County Rowers Named To U.S. Under-23 Team

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. Two rowers from Westport and one from New Canaan were named to the United States team competing in the World Rowing Under 23 Championships in Varese, Italy.



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Wednesday, July 16, 2014

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A female caller claiming to be an Internal Revenue Service officer attempted to scam a New Canaan resident this week, according to a news release issued Wednesday by Police Chief Leon Krolikowski.



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Audi scratched in New Canaan parking lot

The complainant, an 18-year-old New Canaan resident, told police he parked the black sedan behind the Mobil gas station, 16 South Ave., at 8:30 p.m. When he returned to the car at about 11:30 p.m., he found several deep scratches likely caused by a key or another sharp object, according to the report.



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Column: The other "Beautiful Game"

... Pa., to crown another world champion over the greatest sporting days of their lives. Although this year's New Canaan team has been knocked out of contention, you too can take in the magic of the tournament simply by tuning in to ESPN or taking a ...



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Darien YMCA gymnasts win big

... honored at the Senior Recognition Ceremony in Tampa, Fla., on Saturday, July 5. Photo: Contributed Several young New Canaan natives traveled with the Darien YMCA gymnastics team to the YMCA National Gymnastics Championships meet in Tampa, Fla., to ...



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Three shows remain in 'Under the Stars' series

"Guns, A Cabaret," directed by Broadway's Liz Swados, will be performed as part of the Summer Theatre of New Canaan's "Under the Stars" series on Wednesday nights in July.



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State Senator From Wilton, Toni Boucher, Named 'Children's Champion'

... Education Committee and Higher Education Committee. * Sen. Boucher ( www.senatorboucher.com ) represents Bethel, New Canaan, Redding, Ridgefield, Weston, Westport and Wilton.



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Several young New Canaan natives traveled with the Darien YMCA gymnastics team to the YMCA National Gymnastics Championships meet in Tampa, Fla., to compete from July 1-5.



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Police union files complaint against the town

Police Chief Leon Krolikowski speaks at a joint meeting of the Town Council and boards of Selectmen and Finance on Jan. 14, 2014, at the Nature Center in New Canaan, Conn.



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WOW House: A Philip Johnson Modernism Marvel

Architect Philip Johnson's name is synonymous with modernism and his famous Glass House that's now a national landmark and museum in New Canaan.



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... Zaharoff, CFA, is a senior wealth adviser with HTG Investment Advisors, an independent fee-only advisory firm in New Canaan, and an adjunct professor at New York University's Stern School of Business. For information, call 203-972-8262 or visit ...



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New Canaan artists Dorothy Bush won first place and Marianne Rothballer second place in the watercolor category for the "Marine and Coastal" exhibition at the Rowayton Arts Center in Norwalk.



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Wealth Watch / Yield today or lifestyle tomorrow

... Zaharoff, CFA, is a senior wealth adviser with HTG Investment Advisors, an independent fee-only advisory firm in New Canaan, and an adjunct professor at New York University 's Stern School of Business . For information, call 203-972-8262 or visit ...



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Two from New Canaan win art awards

Marianne Rothballer, of New Canaan, won second place for her watercolor "Roton Point" in the "Marine and Coastal" exhibition at the Rowayton Arts Center.



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New Canaan home broken into, jewelry stolen

... termined. Police said they're investigating whether the burglary is connected to a series of similar incidents in New Canaan and Darien this month.



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Another IRS Scam: Police Chief Issues Tips on How to Avoid It

New Canaan Police Chief Leon Krolikowski is again warning residents to beware of anyone calling and stating that they're from the IRS and need immediate payment to resolve a tax-payment problem.



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Investors seek reason to buy Boeing, aerospace after rally

... for Boeing is already out there," said Catherine Avery, chief executive officer of CAIM LLC, a money manager in New Canaan, Connecticut. To buy again, she wants "some sort of indication that there's going to be a much stronger trend for order ...



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Waveny At Home In New Canaan Names New Adminstrator

NEW CANAAN, Conn. Lenore Consiglio has been named administrator for Waveny at Home, Waveny LifeCare Network's non-clinical home care division that provides professional homemaker and companion services to the public.



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New Canaan Offers Sidewalk Sales, Al Fresco Dining At Village Fair

Looking for bargains? Or hoping to enjoy a day in a quaint downtown? New Canaan has what you are seeking as it hosts its annual Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale.



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Stamford shooting sparks safety concerns downtown

... as it ever was. "I'm going to stay away from Stamford for a couple of weeks," said Justin Beitler , a 22-year-old New Canaan resident who attended school in Stamford for most of his life. He and his friends had gone into New York City on Saturday ...



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Colin Kaepernick gives advice to high school football team

... Like, say, high school students. 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick gave a speech to the St. Luke's (New Canaan, CT) high school football team on Saturday, and among the topics covered? You guessed it: personal distractions. Kaepernick said that ...



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220 Square Feet of Marble Tile Stolen from West Road Construction Site

Marble tiles with a total value of $3,626 were reported stolen from a construction site at 183 West Rd. The theft was discovered on June 30, but the matter wasn't reported to New Canaan police until July 8. The construction site was unsecured, and many people had access to the marble tiles.



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