2014 Year in Review: Top 10 Wilton Police Stories

As we say goodbye to 2014 and prepare to ring in the new year of 2015, we're taking a look at the top stories of the year. A 50-year-old Wilton woman was among four people sent to a hospital after a four-vehicle crash Thursday in New Canaan.



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Report details facility deficiencies at New Canaan schools

Michelle Miller and Bill Silver, of the architecture and engineering firm Silver/Petrucelli and Associates, present a facilities capital needs assessment to the Board of Education during a meeting Monday night, Dec. 22, 2014, at New Canaan High School, New Canaan, Conn.



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Debora Chapin, 52, New Canaan Native

Born in Stamford on Oct. 30, 1962, she was the daughter of Carole Chapin of Dedham, Mass., and H. King Chapin of Ponte Vedra, Fla., and New Canaan. Raised in New Canaan and Brookline, Mass., Chapin had a whimsical disposition and a strong affection for animals, flowers and music.



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Weekend Storm Could Bring Snow To New Canaan

It will be a downright cold for New Year's Eve celebrations on Wednesday, with overnight lows dipping into the low 20s. Temperatures will rebound into the mid-30s on New Year's Day, with westerly winds at 9 to 17 mph.



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A look back at New Canaan's top '14 news stories

J. Michael Farren, former White House attorney, hides behind a box of his belongings as he leaves State Superior Court in Stamford, Conn., on Wednesday, July 23, 2014, on $1 million bond. Farren was found guilty of attempted murder, risk of injury to a child, and two counts of first-degree assault stemming from a 2010 incident in which he allegedly tried to kill his wife in their New Canaan home.



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Theft of $50K in jewelry, guns, electronics reported ... 2 weeks later

Guns, electronics, more than $50,000 worth of jewelry and other possessions were reported stolen during a daytime burglary in New Canaan in early December, police were told last week. The 53-year-old Ferris Hill Road complainant called police Dec. 26 to report the burglary, which he said occurred between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 8 or 9. He said he didn't report the incident earlier because he was busy with holiday arrangements, according to the report.



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A look back at New Canaan's top '14 news stories

2014 was an eventful year in New Canaan. Although weather did not cause major disruptions as in previous years, and the state election brought no surprises, police cases -- some involving well-known names -- made headlines, and officers staged a ...



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2014 In Review: New Canaan Endures Two Tragic Deaths

NEW CANAAN, Conn., -- Tragedy marked New Canaan in 2014 with the accidental deaths of a young child and a town worker, both of whom were killed by motor vehicles. Declan Leo Cooney, 23 months old, died June 6 after he was struck by a car in the driveway of a Mill Road home.



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New Canaan NAPA Store Moves To New Location

New Canaan Auto Parts, which has been known for more than three decades as the NAPA store in town, is moving from 23 Vitti St. to a new location on 26 Cross St., New Canaan Advertiser reports.



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Greenwich Actor Joins Cast Of 'Beau Jest' At Curtain Call

... Ursone said. This ensemble cast, most of whom are new to Curtain Call, includes Christopher Beaurline of New Canaan; Tom Costraggini of Stamford; Mat Young of Norwalk; Patrick Duffy of Greenwich; Marci Stearns of Bedford, N.Y.; and Lynette Victoria ...



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New Canaan Actor Joins Cast Of 'Beau Jest' At Curtain Call

... Ursone said. This ensemble cast, most of whom are new to Curtain Call, includes Christopher Beaurline of New Canaan; Tom Costraggini of Stamford; Mat Young of Norwalk; Patrick Duffy of Greenwich; Marci Stearns of Bedford, N.Y.; and Lynette Victoria ...



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What's Open/Closed In New Canaan On New Year's Day

Thursday, Jan. 1, is a federal holiday. Here's a look at what will be open and what will be closed in New Canaan on New Year's Day.



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Rent a 2-Bedroom Apartment for $2,100 and Other New Canaan Rentals

... wn. You can find out more about this and other rentals in town by perusing Zillow.com's list of homes for rent in New Canaan , or by looking over the selection here:



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Police: Mom Locks Her Children out of House, Threatens to Get

On Christmas Day, according to police, a Turtle Back Road South woman got into an argument with three of her children, and it got physical with one of them; then she kicked all three out of her house. An alarm company contacted police to tell them that a family dispute appeared to be taking place at the home, where an 11-year-old son uninvolved in the argument also lives, according to the New Canaan News .



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Police: New Canaan Girl, 15, Threatens Another, 14, Online, Gets Charged

A 14-year-old girl saw a Christmas Day Instagram post that seemed to threaten her, and after she confirmed with the person who posted it, a 15-year-old girl, also from New Canaan, that it was directed at her, she went to police the next day with her father, according to reports based on a police account.



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Hundreds lose power in New Canaan; Old Stamford Road closed

At least 750 local customers of Connecticut Light & Power lost electric service Tuesday after a car hit a utility pole on Old Stamford Road. That stretch of Old Stamford Road is expected to be closed to traffic until at least 8 p.m., she said.



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Helen Aloupis, 84, Of Stamford

... Senior Group and going on excursions to Mohegan Sun Casino. She is survived by her sons, William Aloupis of New Canaan and Leo Aloupis of Stamford; two grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by ...



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Around New England: New Canaan's Modern Legacy

New Canaan, Connecticut, is a classic, attractive, and - in the late 1940s - was a very affordable, commuter suburb. It was a felicitous combination of New York City bedroom community and New England village, complete with woods and fieldstone walls.



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Hundreds lose power in New Canaan; Old Stamford Road closed

At least 750 local customers of Connecticut Light & Power lost electric service Tuesday because of downed trees and power lines. Police Sgt.



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Looking back: Marpe takes stock of first year in town's top job

... lot for school buses and providing after-school shuttle busing for students. There was also collaboration with New Canaan, which now uses Westport's dispatchers for its fire services. "We are looking for other communities that would also like to ...



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Looking back: Marpe takes stock of first year in town's top job

... lot for school buses and providing after-school shuttle busing for students. There was also collaboration with New Canaan, which now uses Westport's dispatchers for its fire services. "We are looking for other communities that would also like to ...



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Darien Drivers: Roadwork Closes Merritt South Lane in New Canaan Till 3 PM Tuesday

Road Work on the Merrit Parkway, Route 15 southbound lanes between Exits 40B and 37 (3.6 miles) in effect today [Tuesday] until 3 p.m.



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Plan to expand Millport Apartments to be scaled back

This is what the proposed new units at Millport Apartments would look like from the entrance on Millport Avenue in New Canaan, Conn. The New Canaan Housing Authority is seeking to replace the existing 22 units on top of the hill with 88 new ones.



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New Canaan's St. Luke's Celebrates the Season

St. Luke's School faculty and staff strolled among rows, and rows of delicious holiday treats, packing gift boxes with goodies along the way for a sweet St. Luke's holiday tradition, the Cookie Stroll. The cookie spread was thanks to the school's Parents' Association.



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STAR Honors Westport Employee At Staff Appreciation Day

... ablished in 1952, STAR serves more than 600 individuals from birth through their senior years in Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Westport and Weston.



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Help Wanted: Jobs on Patch in or Near Norwalk

... & 2013 Inc 500/5000 Honoree Flexible Daytime Hours...17 hours ago from Fairfield County Jobs NEWN2 Publishing - New Canaan, CTJob Description Join the 17th Fastest Growing Private Media Company in the Country 421% Growth over the last 3 years 2011 & ...



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Help Wanted: Jobs on Patch in or Near New Canaan

D & D Homes - Darien, CTLooking for seasoned sales person for high-end fast paced tile and plumbing showroom. Must be a self starter.



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DUI Arrest After Car Flips Over and Over

A New Canaan man, 46, has been charged with driving while under the influence after an automobile accident in which two young women were hurt, one with a concussion, town police said. Jeffrey Jacob of Smith Ridge Road was intoxicated after five drinks when he was driving his 2013 BMW north behind the vehicle with the two New Canaan women in it, and he was following too close shortly before 11:30 p.m. on July 17. About two tenths of a mile north of the intersection of Smith Ridge Road and Country Club Road , both vehicles were damaged in an accident, although the car with the two women in it fared much worse: Jacob's car had front-end damage.



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Several St. Luke's Students Dance in The Nutcracker

... Clara, while twin sister Katie Stute took on dual roles of a Candy Cane and Fuchsia in the Waltz of the Flowers. New Canaan resident and classmate Olivia Jones '22 danced as a Child in the Party Scene. Emily Stute '20 wore several hats-or in this ...



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A Sweet St. Luke's Holiday Tradition: The Cookie Stroll

... here is no better feeling than Cookie Strolling." Photo (from left): Parents' Association members Laurie Raleigh (New Canaan), Camilla Bates (Pound Ridge), Suzanne Simmonds (Fairfield), Karen Newman (New Canaan), Jill Stute (Darien)



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Man charged with DUI five months after crash

A New Canaan man was charged last week in connection with a serious accident on Country Club Road last July. Jeffrey S. Jacob , 46, of Smith Ridge Road, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, evading responsibility, and/or other drugs and following too closely.



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New Canaan girls use strong defense to subdue Darien

Holding a team scoreless for the opening quarter is no easy task, but that's exactly what New Canaan did to Darien Monday in the consolation round of the LaVista girls basketball tournament, and it paid dividends. The Rams defeated Darien 35-23 behind a strong defensive effort to claim third place in the tournament after falling to Staples 39-26 in the opening round.



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Darien Tops New Canaan In Boys Hockey

The Darien boys hockey team used four third-period goals to break up a 2-2 tie and defeated New Canaan 6-3 on Saturday, according to the New Canaanite.



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Cops: Mother locked children out of house during Christmas fight

A New Canaan woman was arrested Christmas Day after police said she locked three of her children out of the house during an argument. Officers were dispatched to Tolland's residence just before 5 p.m. Christmas Day after the alarm company alerted them to a possible family dispute taking place.



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Unimin Specialty Minerals Announces Price Increase

Unimin Specialty Minerals Inc. of New Canaan, CT has announced that it will raise prices for all MINEX, IMSIL, SNOBRITE, and MINBLOC brand functional filler products effective February 1, 2015. Price increases will range from 3% to 6% depending on grade.



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New Canaan teen charged with threatening another on Instagram

... a simple threatening message," police said. They described it as "hateful" and "harmful" message. Both girls are New Canaan High School students. It is not clear if there was a picture with the online posting.



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Report details facility deficiencies at New Canaan schools

Michelle Miller and Bill Silver, of the architecture and engineering firm Silver/Petrucelli and Associates, present a facilities capital needs assessment to the Board of Education during a meeting Monday night, Dec. 22, 2014, at New Canaan High School, New Canaan, Conn. The most urgent capital needs at New Canaan's public schools include replacing the gym floor at West Elementary School and the underground oil tanks of Saxe and the three elementary schools, a comprehensive facilities assessment shows.



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Town officials weigh tighter rules for gifts policy

As New Canaan officials look to establish controls on the acceptance and use of donations to the town, one key issue they're seeking to address is how residents and organizations should specify the purpose of their gifts. "If people are giving money to the Food Pantry or to the K9 , that's what they want to give to," Selectman Beth Jones said at the Board of Selectmen 's meeting last week.



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Report details facility deficiencies at New Canaan schools

Michelle Miller and Bill Silver, of the architecture and engineering firm Silver/Petrucelli and Associates, present a facilities capital needs assessment to the Board of Education during a meeting Monday night, Dec. 22, 2014, at New Canaan High School, New Canaan, Conn. Photo: Nelson Oliveira The most urgent capital needs at New Canaan's public schools include replacing the gym floor at West Elementary School and the underground oil tanks of Saxe and the three elementary schools, a comprehensive facilities assessment shows.



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Bands, Choirs Celebrate The Season At St. Luke's In New Canaan

The Seldin Performing Arts Center has been filled with seasonal music from St. Luke's bands and choirs to celebrate the holiday season in New Canaan. The evening of Wednesday, Dec. 10, was filled with horns, woodwinds, percussion, and a bit of storytelling during the Winter Band Concert.



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Success Snowballs For Darien YMCA Gymnasts

... trophy at the Snowflake Invitational meet in Wilton. Mirabile also won the All Around title for her age group. New Canaan resident Leah Wall won the Level 5 All Around title for her age group at the Snowflake Invitational in Wilton, with Darien YMCA ...



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New Canaan Library Prepares For Red Cross Blood Drive

All presenting donors can have their overdue fees waived. The library is located at 151 Main St. in New Canaan.



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Darien YMCA gymnastics continues success

... meet in Wilton. Mirabile also won the All Around title for her age group. Photo: Contirbuted, Contributed New Canaan resident Leah Wall won the Level 5 All Around title for her age group at the Snowflake Invitational in Wilton, with Darien YMCA ...



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Greenwich Rail Parking Permit Fee Increase Is Rolled Back

... of the Rail Station Parking in the State of Connecticut. SWRPA identified permit fees from Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford, Westport and Wilton. The report showed that Greenwich's Rail Station Parking fees were lower than most of ...



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Arrest In Stamford Shooting Tops Last Week's News

A Bridgeport man was charged with attempted murder after a shooting Friday night in Stamford and a chase on I-95 to Norwalk, according to the Stamford Advocate. Police say DNA testing helped find a Stamford man suspected of stealing $1,000 worth of copper pipes from a Stamford home during two separate burglaries, New Canaan News reports.



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3rd-period lifts Darien past New Canaan

The Darien and New Canaan hockey teams traded goals in the first 60 seconds, but eventually the Blue Wave would pull away to win 6-3 and remain undefeated. Darien's Jake Kirby hit from long range just 40 seconds into the tilt, but the Rams' Tyler Hill stole the ensuing faceoff to net the equalizer.



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Help Wanted: New Canaan Job Seekers: 30 Jobs on Patch

D & D Homes - Darien, CTLooking for seasoned sales person for high-end fast paced tile and plumbing showroom. Must be a self starter.



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Spring Fling Fundraiser Planned by OPUS for Person-to-Person

... utility bills. Each year P2P serves more than 24,500 people from the seven towns of Darien, Stamford, Norwalk, New Canaan, Westport, Weston and Wilton. Tickets to the fundraiser will go on sale in early February 2015. Details on purchasing tickets ...



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Checking their safety lists, New Canaan cops reward 'nice' drivers, pedestrians

Officer George Caponera surprises Shannon O'Brien with a Chicken Joe's gift card to thank her for yielding to a pedestrian at the corner of Elm Street and South Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., Friday morning, Dec. 19, 2014. Photo: Nelson Oliveira Officer George Caponera surprises Al Hemingway with a gift card to thank him for yielding to a pedestrian in front of the New Canaan Playhouse on Elm Street, New Canaan, Conn., Friday morning, Dec. 19, 2014.



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How to Know When Holiday Drinking Is a Problem

... without problems," says Eric Collins, an addiction psychiatrist and physician-in-chief at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Connecticut. "You can decide to drink; you can enjoy drinking." But there's just a lot more alcohol around during the ...



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Officials hope for installation of natural gas link to town by summer

A plan to connect several buildings on and near Waveny Park to natural gas supplies is taking shape as New Canaan officials and Yankee Gas work on a new, more-modest project. A year ago this month, town and utility officials signed a memorandum of understanding outlining the goals of bringing natural gas to New Canaan.



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NC girls help Darien YMCA gymnastics team to continued success

... meet in Wilton. Mirabile also won the All Around title for her age group. Photo: Contirbuted, Contributed New Canaan resident Leah Wall won the Level 5 All Around title for her age group at the Snowflake Invitational in Wilton, with Darien YMCA ...



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Contract approved for new Town Hall employees' union

Town Council members Sven Englund, right, and Roger Williams at a meeting Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014, at the New Canaan Nature Center, New Canaan, Conn. The panel unanimously voted that night to adopt a three-year contract with more than 30 Town Hall employees who unionized last December.



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New Canaan Volunteer Donates Teddy Bears To Waveny LifeCare Network

Waveny LifeCare Network volunteer Marilyn Gifford donated 100 teddy bears to residents of the New Canaan facility for the holidays. Waveny LifeCare Network is a not-for-profit organization that offers independent living at The Inn, assisted living for people with Alzheimer's and memory loss at The Village, and skilled nursing at Waveny Care Center.



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Performers From New Canaan Join STAR's 'Got Talent' Show

Bobby Vento of Norwalk starts out the group "doing the twist." Behind him are Lisa Griffith of New Canaan, Paul Widness and Talisha Maxwell of Norwalk.



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The Next Big Thing: Climbing WWI Metal In The Dolomites

... Robert Anderson, a part-time guide for Great Britain's Jagged Globe Expeditions and an advertising executive in New Canaan, CT. He adds that many of the original routes have been refurbished with new hardware and are in better shape than ever. On a ...



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Woman, 50, Charged with DUI at DUI Checkpoint on Old Stamford Road

A woman driving south on Talmadge Hill Road early Saturday morning was stopped at a police checkpoint set up to find drivers under the influence, and officers found that she was, New Canaan police said. It was the only arrest for driving under the influence that police reported making in the several hours they spent at the checkpoint Friday night and into Saturday morning.



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Picador: Spanish Cuisine In New Canaan

... who . pricks the bull's neck and shoulders with a lance to weaken it. But Picador, the Spanish restaurant in New Canaan, didn't jab. It comforted. There's a masculine feel to the cozy, 30-seat room. Comfortable and streamlined, with a subdued glow ...



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Plan to expand Millport Apartments to be scaled back

This is what the proposed new units at Millport Apartments would look like from the entrance on Millport Avenue in New Canaan, Conn. The New Canaan Housing Authority is seeking to replace the existing 22 units on top of the hill with 88 new ones.



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Plan to expand Millport Apartments to be scaled back

This is what the proposed new units at Millport Apartments would look like from the entrance on Millport Avenue in New Canaan, Conn. The New Canaan Housing Authority is seeking to replace the existing 22 units on top of the hill with 88 new ones.



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What's Open, What's Closed at Christmastime in New Canaan

Here's what's open, what's closed and what's closing early on Christmas and the days before and after for New Canaan and nearby: New Canaan YMCA: "The Y will be open on Thanksgiving to members and their families from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. Other stores: Some are open, some are closed - you can search StoreBusinessHours.com for their directory of holiday closings by store or search individual store websites or call them if you're unsure.



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Pennyweights Of New Canaan Gives Gifts Of Jewelry To Waveny LifeCare

Pennyweights of New Canaan donated 135 gifts of jewelry to Waveny LifeCare Network for the residents at The Village, Care Center and the ladies in Waveny's Adult Day Program. The holiday tradition spans more than a decade for the New Canaan business, which was founded in 1980 and is known as a one stop shop for affordable and unique sterling silver jewelry.



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New Canaan Votes To Place Waveny On Historic Places Register

The New Canaan Town Council voted in favor of requesting that the Waveny House and surrounding property be placed on the National Register of Historic Places on Wednesday, Dec. 17, according to the New Canaanite. First Selectman Rob Mallozzi cast a tie-breaking vote with the council deadlocked at 6-6, the New Canaanite said.



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What's Open/Closed In New Canaan For Christmas

Thursday, Dec. 25, is a federal holiday. Here's a look at what will be open and what will be closed in New Canaan on Christmas.



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Latest Storm Update: Christmas Eve Travel Will Be Difficult

The good news for New Canaan drivers looking to travel on Christmas Eve is you won't have to deal with the wintry white stuff, but unfortunately you'll be dealing with heavy rains, gusty winds, patchy fog, and maybe even some thunder. According to the National Weather Service, rain was to begin between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. Wednesday for the entire state of Connecticut.



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NC girls help Darien YMCA gymnastics team to continued success

... meet in Wilton. Mirabile also won the All Around title for her age group. Photo: Contirbuted, Contributed New Canaan resident Leah Wall won the Level 5 All Around title for her age group at the Snowflake Invitational in Wilton, with Darien YMCA ...



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Police tally arrests, citations at DUI checkpoint

A DUI checkpoint in New Canaan last Friday night resulted in three arrests, four marijuana citations and about 20 infractions or verbal warnings issued for minor violations, according to police. The checkpoint was staged under the Merritt Parkway overpass on Old Stamford Road, near the Talmadge Hill train station, from about 7 p.m. Friday to 3 a.m. Saturday.



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With rain on tap, Christmas Eve caroling safety urged

With forecasters expecting rainy weather with limited visibility during the ceremony, police have decided to step up traffic-control measures in conjunction with the town's Highway Department, the New Canaan Community Emergency Response Team and Fire Department personnel to ensure the event is as safe as possible. Increased lighting, messaging and other enhanced measures will help manage both vehicular and pedestrian traffic, according to the police announcement.



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New Canaan Police Reward Safe Drivers, Pedestrians

... reinforce safe driving and pedestrian behaviors. This effort will be concentrated in the center of town. The New Canaan Police Department said it is committed to the safety of pedestrians and motorists. They remind residents to be alert, drive ...



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Darien YMCA gymnastics continues success

... meet in Wilton. Mirabile also won the All Around title for her age group. Photo: Contirbuted, Contributed New Canaan resident Leah Wall won the Level 5 All Around title for her age group at the Snowflake Invitational in Wilton, with Darien YMCA ...



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6th Grade Girls Basketball Remain Undefeated in League Play

The 6th grade girls won both of their games this past Saturday and Sunday to maintain their undefeated league record. New Canaan 6G basketball team continued their league play winning streak with a 29-9 win at Darien Saturday afternoon.



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New Canaan YMCA Helps Community Keep New Year's Health Resolutions

This January, the New Canaan YMCA will offer its 12th annual Commit to Fit program. This incentive program works to help individuals make a commitment to fitness and attain it beyond the first 30 days of the New Year, establishing a healthy lifestyle change that includes exercise.



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New Canaan's Christmas Eve Community Caroling Starts at

Come out and sing along with other carolers Wednesday night for New Canaan's Christmas Eve caroling event on God's Acre, starting at 6:30 p.m. Here's how New Canaan police will try to make the event safer : To ensure that this year's event is as safe as possible the Town will implement increased traffic control measures in conjunction with Police, Highway Department, CERT and Fire Department personnel. 2. Use the temporary roped off and visible pedestrian walkway from the Park Street lots exit to Saint John's Place.



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Track Santa's Trek to New Canaan

New Canaan families wondering just what time Santa Claus will make his appearance locally can track the jolly old elf's journey courtesy of NORAD. The North American Aerospace Defense Command has announced it will once again put its technological prowess to use helping children all over the world keep up with Santa's Christmas Eve ride.



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Contract approved for new Town Hall employees' union

Town Council members Sven Englund, right, and Roger Williams at a meeting Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014, at the New Canaan Nature Center, New Canaan, Conn. The panel unanimously voted that night to adopt a three-year contract with more than 30 Town Hall employees who unionized last December.



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U.S. shoppers boost late holiday spending after slow start

U.S. shoppers spent 2.4 percent more during the weekend before the Christmas holiday this year, giving a boost to retailers in the final days of 2014. Purchases during the so-called Super Saturday weekend rose to $42 billion, up from $41 billion during the same weekend a year ago, said Craig Johnson, president of Customer Growth Partners, a research firm in New Canaan, Connecticut.



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Help Wanted in or Near New Canaan: 30 Jobs on Patch

... customer service as well as recruiting and...3 hours ago from Fairfield County Jobs NEWBest Version Media - New Canaan, CTCompany DescriptionOur goal is to connect businesses directly to their desired audiences in their local area through ...



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Stamford Man Suspected Of Stealing $1,000 In Copper Pipes, Police Say

NEW CANAAN, Conn. Police say DNA testing helped find a Stamford man suspected of stealing $1,000 worth of copper pipes from a Stamford home during two separate burglaries, New Canaan News reports.



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AAA Honors New Canaan Police for Traffic Safety Achievements

AAA Southern New England - CT honored the New Canaan Police Department during a recent ceremony with a Gold Award for the department's outstanding traffic safety programs . AAA lauded the department for initiatives like the active mature driver improvement program and the child passenger safety seat program.



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DNA Testing Leads To Arrest In New Canaan Copper Thefts

NEW CANAAN, Conn. Police say DNA testing helped find a Stamford man suspected of stealing $1,000 worth of copper pipes from a Stamford home during two separate burglaries, New Canaan News reports.



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Retailers report seasonal surge

Retailers are hoping for a last-minute surge in holiday sales to meet targets after shoppers spent 2.4 percent more nationally this past weekend than the same period last year - with Massachusetts stores reporting high volumes and aiming for a banner year. National "Super Saturday" weekend sales climbed toa $42 billion, up from $41 billion in 2013, according to Customer Growth Partners, a New Canaan, Conn., research firm.



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Trail of blood leads police to suspected copper pipe thief

Sebastiano P. Sciaretta, 45, of Newfield Avenue, Stamford, Conn., is facing two charges each of third-degree burglary and sixth-degree larceny after police said he stole $1,000 worth of copper pipes from a New Canaan home in August, 2014. A trail of blood helped police find a burglary suspect after they say the man cut his hand trying to cut copper pipes from a New Canaan home in August.



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Trail of blood leads police to suspected copper pipe thief

Sebastiano P. Sciaretta, 45, of Newfield Avenue, Stamford, Conn., is facing two charges each of third-degree burglary and sixth-degree larceny after police said he stole $1,000 worth of copper pipes from a New Canaan home in August, 2014. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed A trail of blood helped police find a burglary suspect after they say the man cut his hand trying to cut copper pipes from a New Canaan home in August.



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Policy set on meeting participation by absent board members via electronics

From left, Finance Director Dawn Norton, Town Administrator Tom Stadler and Selectmen Seth Jones, Robert Mallozzi and Nick Williams at a meeting Tuesday morning, Dec. 16, 2014, at the New Canaan Police Department, New Canaan, Conn. At the meeting, the board unanimously approved a policy regarding electronic meeting participation for appointed members of town bodies.



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Cops: Men stopped at DUI checkpoint had heroin

James Murphy, 25, of Orlando Road, Norwalk, Conn., was charged with possession of narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance after police said they found heroin packets, Adderall pills, a smoking pipe and a marijuana grinder in his vehicle during a checkpoint in New Canaan on Friday, Dec. 19, 2014. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed Perry V. Landsman, 24, of Nursery Street, Norwalk, Conn., was charged with possession of narcotics and possession of drug paraphernalia after police said they found heroin packets in his pocket during a checkpoint in New Canaan on Friday, Dec. 19, 2014.



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Policy set on meeting participation by absent board members via electronics

From left, Finance Director Dawn Norton, Town Administrator Tom Stadler and Selectmen Seth Jones, Robert Mallozzi and Nick Williams at a meeting Tuesday morning, Dec. 16, 2014, at the New Canaan Police Department, New Canaan, Conn. At the meeting, the board unanimously approved a policy regarding electronic meeting participation for appointed members of town bodies.



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New Canaan's Young Women's League, Staying Put Spruce Up Senior Homes

NEW CANAAN, Conn. Members of the The Young Women's League of New Canaan and Staying Put in New Canaan prepared holiday wreaths to decorate the doors of local seniors for the holiday season last week.



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New Canaan Student Earns Place On Pomfret School Honor Roll

Campbell Connors of New Canaan, a member of the Pomfret School class of 2017, has been named to the honor roll at Pomfret for the 2014 fall semester. A student earns honor roll distinction with a grade-point average of at least 3.0 and no grade below a B-.



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Storm Looks To Hit New Canaan During Holiday Travel

... in air travel are expected, according to Weather.com, which called the potential for the storm "very serious." In New Canaan, the forecast calls for showers beginning on Tuesday, thunder joining the mix on Christmas Eve with heavy rain forecast, and ...



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Carriage Barn Arts Center's 35th Annual Photography Show: History and Process

Starting with an open reception from 6 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 10, the exhibit continues to Feb. 8. Waveny Park, 681 South Ave, New Canaan Opening Reception: Saturday, Jan. 10, 6 to8 p.m. Contact: admin@carriagebarn.org / 203-972-1895 Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. This group art show at the Carriage Barn Arts Center highlights the history of photography as well as the development and evolution of the camera. Approximately 120 works from 75 contemporary artists from Fairfield and Westchester counties were selected by the juror of the exhibition, Robert Gurbo, who is the Curator of the Estate of AndrA KertA sz and the AndrA and Elizabeth KertA sz Foundation in New York.



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No numbers yet, but school officials set budget priorities

A few new hires, wireless network upgrades and new vehicles are some of the expenses the New Canaan public school district will request as plans for the 2015-16 budget get underway. The Board of Education budget workshop Monday night offered a glimpse of what's to come as the town's most anticipated budget takes shape.



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No numbers yet, but school officials set budget priorities

Superintendent of Schools Bryan Luizzi addresses the Board of Education and a number of top-level school administrators during the district's annual budget workshop Monday night, Dec. 15, 2014, at New Canaan High School, New Canaan, Conn. Photo: Nelson Oliveira Superintendent of Schools Bryan Luizzi addresses the Board of Education and a number of top-level school administrators during the district's annual budget workshop Monday night, Dec. 15, 2014, at New Canaan High School, New Canaan, Conn.



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State's first responders learning to use Narcan

... Darien police, who respond to every medical call in town, are considering putting the drug in their cruisers, and New Canaan officers are now being trained to carry the opioid antidote. Overdose deaths due to opioids in the state rose from 195 in ...



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Two-Bedroom Summer St. Rental for $1,350 and Other New Canaan Rentals

... me has. There is a large yard. You can find more information about this home and others by looking at the list of New Canaan rentals on Zillow.com, or see the list below:



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Obama Signs 2014 Tax Extenders: Money In Your Pocket

I'm an associate editor at Forbes, reporting on personal finance from my outpost in a Modernist house in New Canaan, Conn. I have a law degree, and I write about how to build, manage and enjoy your family's wealth.



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Two Bible Study Groups Led by Rev. Joanne Swensen in New Canaan

... book, Parallel Lives of Jesus: A Guide to the Four Gospels , by Edward Adams (book available at Elm Street Books, New Canaan, and other booksellers). The two groups will follow the same format and schedule of study, and each is open to the public at ...



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Norwalk River Rowing Hires Coach from Georgetown University

An announcement from Norwalk River Rowing Association, which has rowers from Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Westport and other area towns: Norwalk River Rowing Association announced the hiring of Evans Liolin as Head Coach of the Girls Racing Team and Manager of Business Development. Coach Liolin comes to Norwalk River Rowing with over 20 years of coaching experience, most recently as Varsity Lightweight Men's Coach at Georgetown University, where his crews excelled.



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Checking their safety lists, New Canaan cops reward 'nice' drivers, pedestrians

... of a pedestrian accident or a motor vehicle accident." There have been more than 500 motor vehicle accidents in New Canaan this year, according to the chief. The number, he said, is not much higher than in past years, but at least five pedestrians ...



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Checking their safety lists, New Canaan cops reward 'nice' drivers, pedestrians

Officer George Caponera surprises Shannon O'Brien with a Chicken Joe's gift card to thank her for yielding to a pedestrian at the corner of Elm Street and South Avenue in New Canaan, Conn., Friday morning, Dec. 19, 2014. Photo: Nelson Oliveira Officer George Caponera surprises Al Hemingway with a gift card to thank him for yielding to a pedestrian in front of the New Canaan Playhouse on Elm Street, New Canaan, Conn., Friday morning, Dec. 19, 2014.



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Wilton Economic Development Agency Warns Of Competition

... cording to the report. Despite high commercial occupancy rates, Wilton faces strong competition from Westport and New Canaan, where the downtowns are easier to navigate and bring in a high influx of shoppers.



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Darien, Greenwich, Lauralton Hall and Weston Girls Win Connecticut...

Four schools earned Connecticut high school state swimming championships across five divisions as the 2014 girls' high school swimming season wrapped up on Nov. 15 at Yale University. Darien High School scored 510 points to take home the Open division team title ahead of Greenwich and New Canaan .



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New Canaan Police Collect Shoes for Homeless, Serve Food at Shelter

From Dec. 7 to 17, members of the New Canaan Police Benevolent Association collected shoes and boots for the homeless. On Thursday, Dec. 18, members of the New Canaan PBA delivered the collected boots and shoes to Norwalk's Open Door Homeless Shelter.



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Eleanor Marie Sclafani, 90, Of New Canaan

Sclafani was born Feb. 23, 1924 in Philadelphia to Joseph Surowiec and Magdalena Surowiec. She attended the University of Wisconsin for two years.



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The Young Women's League and Staying Put Spruce Up

On Dec. 17, members of the The Young Women's League and Staying Put in New Canaan prepared holiday wreaths to decorate the doors of local seniors for the holiday season. "It was so much fun to have a festive holiday activity that engaged multiple generations.



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Grace Farms Complex Planned To Blend Into New Canaan Landscape

Grace Farms in New Canaan has announced it will open to the public in the autumn of 2015 with an 86,000-square-foot multiuse building designed to blend seamlessly into a 75-acre woodland, wetland and meadow setting. "We are thrilled that Grace Farms will begin welcoming the public in autumn 2015," Sharon Prince,President of the Grace Farms Foundation, said in a statement.



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Best Gas Prices In And Around Darien

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. Before the weekend begins, find out where the best gas prices are in the New Canaan and Darien areas.



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$45K Grant To STAR Will Help Programs In Wilton

... nonprofit organization serving nearly 700 individuals from birth through senior years in Norwalk, Weston, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton and Westport.



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Refinery Revival Awaits Tax Vote

Robert Moore, a former energy trader in New Canaan, Conn., was eating dinner at a local Mexican restaurant last year when he overheard a fellow diner talking excitedly about reopening a defunct oil refinery in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The very same refinery, it turned out, that Mr. Moore had been hoping to bring back to life.



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Help Wanted: Jobs on Patch for New Canaan Job Seekers

Knight Refrigerated - New Canaan, CTNevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah...11 days ago from Knight Refrigerated NEWSociety Staffing - New Canaan, CTARCHIVIST Division: Executive Hospitality Ref ID: KW4373771215 Location: New ... $55,000 - $75,000 DOE Job Title: Archivist Job Description: Private...2 days ago from Society Staffing NEWNewCanaan Pool Service - Stamford, CTNewCanaan Pool Service is a growing and expanding small business looking for ... with renovations, Pool openings, repairs,new equipment installations, and some...13 hours ago from Snagajob Bank of America - New Canaan, CTand walk-in customers Ability to generate new business by outbound calling and by reaching out to the local community Excellent oral and written communication skills ... (more)



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White Christmas? New Canaan Weather Forecast

... for possibly strong winds and rain. Christmas day will be dry and colder. Here's the National Weather Service's New Canaan-specific forecast (as of 4:56 p.m., Thursday) for the upcoming week: Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 39. Wind chill ...



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Polar Plunge event returning

... of mental health and/or behavioral problems, according to its website. It serves clients in Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Weston and Wilton. In a news release, the Polar Bears said they have raised nearly $600,000 for nonprofit ...



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Annual bird count Sunday seeks volunteers

... Route 57. Outside of Westport, teams will count birds on tracts in Darien, Norwalk, Weston, Easton, Fairfield and New Canaan, according to the release. Less-experienced bird watchers generally are paired with experienced birders, according to the ...



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Baldanza Market and Cafe Gets a 'Very Good' From New York Times Reviewer

Baldanza Market and Cafe , a small eatery on Elm Street that opened in July of 2013, impressed restaurant reviewer Patricia Brooks enough for her to give it a "Very Good" rating in the New York Times . "Finding Baldanza Market and Cafe nested in downtown New Canaan is half the battle," Brooks wrote .



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New book by local authors, photographer focuses on New Canaan's modern houses

The book "Midcentury Houses Today" focuses on 16 houses in New Canaan, Conn., to tell the story of the town's modern architecture.



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Polar Plunge fundraiser set New Year's Day

... of mental health and/or behavioral problems, according to its website. It serves clients in Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Weston and Wilton. In a news release, the Polar Bears said they have raised nearly $600,000 for nonprofit ...



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Santas for safety: New Canaan cops have gifts for good drivers, pedestrians

New Canaan police will reward drivers and pedestrians who show safe behavior during a special enforcement operation in the next few days. In the holiday spirit, New Canaan police officers will be rewarding "nice" drivers and pedestrians during a special enforcement operation over the next few days.



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Fairfield Scouts Attend Webelos Activity Badge College

... Powahay District's Webelos Activity Badge College. The event drew Webelos from Darien, Norwalk, Wilton, Stamford, New Canaan, Westport, Prospect, Shelton, Trumbull, Stratford, Fairfield, Monroe, Orange and Scarsdale.



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Employee Appreciation Day at STAR Inc.

... of all individuals. STAR serves over 600 individuals from birth through their senior years in Norwalk, Darien, New Canaan, Wilton, Westport and Weston, They inform and encourage the community to recognize and appreciate the value of all individuals.



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Depreciation Tax Extenders Big Bonus For Business Owners

I'm an associate editor at Forbes, reporting on personal finance from my outpost in a Modernist house in New Canaan, Conn. I have a law degree, and I write about how to build, manage and enjoy your family's wealth.



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Historic registry nomination for Waveny OK'd by divided Town Council

... nomination, council members repeatedly praised the park -- with phrases such as "town treasure" and "the DNA of New Canaan" -- but some in the group still did not see the need for the national registration and feared the town could lose control of ...



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Historic registry nomination for Waveny OK'd by divided Town Council

Town Council Chairman Bill Walbert, left, speaks against a proposal to nominate Waveny House to the National Register of Historic Places during a meeting Wednesday night, Dec. 17, 2014, at the New Canaan Nature Center, New Canaan, Conn. Walbert and Steve Karl, right, were among those who voted against the nomination.



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New Canaan Health Coach Launches No Kidding Nutrition For Women, Girls

NEW CANAAN, Conn. Certified health coach and nutrition expert Dawn Kurth, of New Canaan, officially launched No Kidding Nutrition last month amid rising rates of chronic disease in the United States.



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New Canaan Implements Smart 911 To Help First Responders

New Canaan officials are urging residents to create a "Safety Profile" to provide first responders with more information if they are arriving at an emergency scene. Smart911 is a national safety database that provides enhanced public safety services to all citizens.



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Scouts Attend Webelos Activity Badge College In Stamford

... Powahay District's Webelos Activity Badge College. The event drew Webelos from Darien, Norwalk, Wilton, Stamford, New Canaan, Westport, Prospect, Shelton, Trumbull, Stratford, Fairfield, Monroe, Orange and Scarsdale.



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Live in a Neutra

... inside the home, too. Price: $899,000. Agents: Benjamin Storck, 310-463-7595. Philip Johnson: 523 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, Connecticut Johnson designed this three-bedroom, three-bath in 1953-a precursor to his Glass House. It comes with a ...



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Demand high in Belle Haven

... who noted that he has worked with interested buyers from other parts of Greenwich, as well as families from New Canaan and Darien seeking to be closer to their children's private schools, and also families from Europe in recent months. "There's ...



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Demand high in Belle Haven

... who noted that he has worked with interested buyers from other parts of Greenwich, as well as families from New Canaan and Darien seeking to be closer to their children's private schools, and also families from Europe in recent months. "There's ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Demand-high-in-Belle-Haven-5964181.php

Take a Video Look at New Canaan Waveny Care's Main Street

The video , 5 minutes, 27 seconds long, shows "An extended glance at a 'day in the life' on Main Street at The Village, Waveny LifeCare Network's award-winning assisted living community in New Canaan, CT," according to the caption on YouTube, where the video was published.



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Demand high in Belle Haven

... who noted that he has worked with interested buyers from other parts of Greenwich, as well as families from New Canaan and Darien seeking to be closer to their children's private schools, and also families from Europe in recent months. "There's ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/Demand-high-in-Belle-Haven-5964017.php

Demand high in Belle Haven

... who noted that he has worked with interested buyers from other parts of Greenwich, as well as families from New Canaan and Darien seeking to be closer to their children's private schools, and also families from Europe in recent months. "There's ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Demand-high-in-Belle-Haven-5964181.php

Demand high in Belle Haven

... who noted that he has worked with interested buyers from other parts of Greenwich, as well as families from New Canaan and Darien seeking to be closer to their children's private schools, and also families from Europe in recent months. "There's ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Demand-high-in-Belle-Haven-5964017.php

Demand high in Belle Haven

... who noted that he has worked with interested buyers from other parts of Greenwich, as well as families from New Canaan and Darien seeking to be closer to their children's private schools, and also families from Europe in recent months. "There's ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Demand-high-in-Belle-Haven-5964017.php

Ostberg places ninth at nationals in San Diego

Staples' Hannah DeBalsi races to the finish to win the FCIAC Girls Cross Country Championships at Waveny Park in New Canaan, Conn. on Monday, October 20, 2014.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Ostberg-places-ninth-at-nationals-in-San-Diego-5963322.php

New Canaan Police Say They're Gonna Find out Who's Naughty or Nice

Nice and safe drivers & pedestrians will get a gift card from: Naughty and unsafe drivers & pedestrians will be ticketed/fined and/or arrested.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/new-canaan-police-say-theyre-gonna-find-out-whos-naughty-or-nice?

Winter Wonderland just fine without snow in New Canaan

Bonnie and Clyde, two horses from Foxglove Farm in Lyme, took visitors on a ride Saturday at the New Canaan Nature Center's Winter Wonderland. Photo: Jarret Liotta Maddie Brown, 7, left, of New Canaan, and sister Emma, 4, visit with Santa at the Winter Wonderland.



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Charity Tax Breaks Extended Through 2014 Only

I'm an associate editor at Forbes, reporting on personal finance from my outpost in a Modernist house in New Canaan, Conn. I have a law degree, and I write about how to build, manage and enjoy your family's wealth.



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Two New Canaan Police Officers Honored For Life-Saving Actions

Two New Canaan police officers were honored for their quick response that played a role in saving a town man's life two months ago. Officers Michael O'Sullivan and Brian Micena were given the Medical Service Award at a ceremony Monday for their part in saving Charles Taben's life.



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UBS Employees Spread Holiday Cheer At Waveny LifeCare Of New Canaan

Volunteers from the UBS "Family Care Network" celebrated the season by donating and decorating 35 gingerbread houses with residents at Waveny LifeCare Network in New Canaan.



via New Canaan Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/ubs-employees-spread-holiday-cheer-waveny-lifecare-new-canaan

Norwalk Man Honored For Helping New Canaan Police Arrest Suspects In Fraud

A Walgreen's worker was honored for his alertness, which helped lead the New Canaan Police to make an arrest in a fraud case. Terry Darden, 59, a Norwalk resident, was given a Civilian Service Award by police in a ceremony Monday, Dec. 15, for his role in helping police arrest two men wanted for fraud.



via New Canaan Newswire http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/news/walgreens-worker-honored-tipping-new-canaan-police-suspects

PCBs found at Saxe Middle School auditorium

Peter Langenus, commander of New Canaan Post 653 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, speaks during a Veterans Day ceremony at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014. The auditorium has been closed to students this week after an environmental firm found PCBs in some of the paint systems.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/PCBs-found-at-Saxe-Middle-School-auditorium-5960833.php

Darien girls ice hockey team continues torrid scoring, beat New Canaan 8-3

The Darien girls hockey team kept up its torrid scoring pace Monday night against rival New Canaan, using a five goal second period en route to an 8-3 victory. The Blue Wave have now totaled nine, six and eight goals in their three contests and have a 3-0 record to show for it.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.greenwichtime.com/sports/article/Darien-girls-ice-hockey-team-continues-torrid-5961410.php

Ice Sculptures Part of a Fundraiser by Owners of Volvo of Westport

On Saturday, Dec. 13 in downtown New Canaan, Callari Cares, the fundraising arm of Callari Auto Group , 140 Ledge Road, Darien, Connecticut collected unwrapped toys for Breakthrough Options for Families. Breakthrough Options for Families is a Norwalk-based charitable organization that provides advocacy and mentoring services for single parent, low-income families in Fairfield County.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/westport/ice-sculptures-part-fundraiser-owners-volvo-westport-0?

Take an Online Tour of a New Canaan House for Sale

These videos of New Canaan homes for sale have been uploaded recently to YouTube.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/take-online-tour-new-canaan-house-sale-0?

PCBs found at Saxe Middle School auditorium

Peter Langenus, commander of New Canaan Post 653 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, speaks during a Veterans Day ceremony at Saxe Middle School in New Canaan, Conn., Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014. The auditorium has been closed to students this week after an environmental firm found PCBs in some of the paint systems.



via New Canaan Newswire http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/PCBs-found-at-Saxe-Middle-School-auditorium-5960833.php

A wrestling stronghold

Danbury's Johnny Garcia, left, grapples with Westhill's Martin Chobanyan, during FCIAC Wrestling Championship action at New Canaan High School in New Canaan, Conn. on Saturday February 15, 2014.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/highschool/article/Region-a-high-school-wrestling-stronghold-in-state-5958813.php

New Canaan High School Choir and Madrigal Ensemble Sing Wednesday

David Gomez, conductor of the Stamford Chorale, will conduct the New Canaan High School Choir & Madrigal Ensemble on Wednesday.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/new-canaan-high-school-choir-and-madrigal-ensemble-sings-wednesday?

New Canaan's 911 gets 'smarter' with enhanced emergency system

New Canaan has become one of the first towns in Connecticut to adopt Smart911, an online database of resident profiles meant to enhance public safety services. When responding to an emergency, every second counts.



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New Canaan's 911 gets 'smarter' with enhanced emergency system

New Canaan has become one of the first towns in Connecticut to adopt Smart911, an online database of resident profiles meant to enhance public safety services. Photo: Nelson Oliveira When responding to an emergency, every second counts.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/New-Canaan-s-911-gets-smarter-with-enhanced-5959764.php

Unregistered Vehicle Leads to Pot Charges for Three

A driver and two passengers in his car were each charged with marijuana possession after a traffic stop on South Avenue near Surrey Road on Friday, New Canaan police said. A police officer was using radar to monitor traffic speeds on South Avenue at about 12:46 p.m. when he saw a vehicle traveling south.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/unregistered-vehicle-leads-pot-charges-three?

Lakeview Avenue Home with Expansive Front Porch and Other New Canaan Houses for Sale

... $1,050,000. You can find out more information on this house and others for sale in town by going to this list of New Canaan homes for sale on Zillow.com, or looking through the selection below:



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/lakeview-avenue-home-expansive-front-porch-and-other-new-canaan-houses-sale?

New Canaan Student Is Philosophy Club Officer At University Of Scranton

NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Gregory Wagner of New Canaan is among the students serving as officers of The University of Scranton's more than 80 clubs and organizations for the 2014/2015 academic year.



via New Canaan Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/schools/new-canaan-student-philosophy-club-officer-university-scranton

Survey Finds Gaps In New Canaan's Wireless Service, Suggests Fixes

An independent report by Centerline Solutions has confirmed what New Canaan residents have long complained about: Cellphone service and coverage in and around the area could use some serious improvements. When it comes to problem cellphone coverage in New Canaan, one of the biggest culprits is Mother Nature, according to the report.



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ECC has a long way to go to be a football conference

... Their schools are challenged consistently through conference games. St. Joe's had Class L finalists Darien and New Canaan (among other quality teams) on the regular season schedule. Ledyard did not. Neither did NFA. And that blame gets shared. Most ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.theday.com/sports-columns/20141216/ecc-has-a-long-way-to-go-to-be-a-football-conference

Happy holiday for Blue Knights, named No. 1 in The Day's Top 10

... as a near-unanimous choice at No. 1 in The Day's final Top 10 state coaches' poll. Class L-Large champion New Canaan (11-1) was second. Class L-Small champion Windsor (12-0) was third and received the other first-place vote. Darien (12-1) was ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.theday.com/high-school-sports/20141216/happy-holiday-for-knights

6th Grade Girls Basketball Sweep Weekend Games

The New Canaan 6th grade Girls Basketball team beat Norwalk in an overtime game Saturday by a score of 33-32. The team started off strong as Quinn McKiernan won the tipoff and dished the ball to Emma Gibbens underneath to take a 2-0 lead.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/6th-grade-girls-basketball-sweep-weekend-games?

Voices of September 11th Helps Families and Communities Heal After Tragedy

Mary Fetchet, Founding Director of Voices of September 11th , spoke at a recent meeting of the New Canaan Kiwanis Club. VOICES is a non-profit, non-partisan organization led by Ms.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/voices-september-11th-helps-families-and-communities-heal-after-tragedy?

New Canaan 8th Grade Boys Team Wins 2, Loses 1 Recent Game

New Canaan boys' eighth grade red team won two out of three games this weekend with victories over Darien and Stamford JCC and a hard fought loss to Fairfield. The New Canaan eighth grade boys red team rolled over rival Darien YMCA White to victory.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/darien/new-canaan-8th-grader-boys-team-wins-2-loses-1-recent-game-0?

New Milford's Zach Arnold celebrates after pinning Newtown's Mike...

Danbury's Johnny Garcia, left, grapples with Westhill's Martin Chobanyan, during FCIAC Wrestling Championship action at New Canaan High School in New Canaan, Conn. on Saturday February 15, 2014.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newstimes.com/highschool/article/Region-a-high-school-wrestling-stronghold-in-state-5958813.php

Unregistered Vehicle Leads to Pot Charges for Three Norwalkers

A driver and two passengers in his car were each charged with marijuana possession after a traffic stop on South Avenue near Surrey Road in New Canaan on Friday, town police said. A police officer was using radar to monitor traffic speeds on South Avenue at about 12:46 p.m. when he saw a vehicle traveling south.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/norwalk/unregistered-vehicle-leads-pot-charges-three-norwalkers-0?

Help Wanted: 30 Job Openings in or near Darien for Job Seekers

... skills required including Excel, Word,...PREMIER 26 days ago from Patch.com Institutional Marketing Services - New Canaan, CTNew Canaan, CT based investor relations/financial communications firm that represents emerging public companies is looking ...



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Help Wanted: 30 Job Openings in or near Westport for Job Seekers

... existing clients, cultivating new...PREMIER 13 days ago from Patch.com Institutional Marketing Services - New Canaan, CTNew Canaan, CT based investor relations/financial communications firm that represents emerging public companies is looking for an ...



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Help Wanted: 30 Job Openings in or near New Canaan for Job Seekers

... skills required including Excel, Word,...PREMIER 26 days ago from Patch.com Institutional Marketing Services - New Canaan, CTNew Canaan, CT based investor relations/financial communications firm that represents emerging public companies is looking ...



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New Obamacare Tax This Filing Season: Your Shared Responsibility

I'm an associate editor at Forbes, reporting on personal finance from my outpost in a Modernist house in New Canaan, Conn. I have a law degree, and I write about how to build, manage and enjoy your family's wealth.



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New York Times Rates New Canaan's Baldanza As 'Very Good'

NEW CANAAN, Conn. New Canaan's farm-to-table focused Baldanza Market and Caf received a "Very Good" rating in the New York Times review for its restaurant, which opened in July 2013.



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Bankwell exec set up with longer-range salary package

Bankwell Financial Group issued financial performance goals for its interim executive chairman for the next two years, with the New Canaan-based company having yet to hire a permanent chief executive following the August departure of its former CEO following revelations of legal actions over personal debts. Former Bankwell CEO Peyton Patterson led the creation of the Bankwell brand from the former BNC Financial, which ran Bank of New Canaan, Bank of Fairfield and Stamford First Bank.



via New Canaan Newswire http://m.newstimes.com/business/article/Bankwell-exec-set-up-with-longer-range-salary-5958501.php

Cops: Three busted with pot during midday traffic stop

A driver and two passengers were caught with marijuana during a traffic stop in New Canaan last Friday afternoon, according to police. An officer who was operating a radar monitor on South Avenue, near Surrey Road, about 12:45 p.m. observed a vehicle traveling south on South Avenue.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Cops-Three-busted-with-pot-during-midday-traffic-5958378.php

New Canaan woman 'not kidding' about achieving healthful nutrition goals

Dawn Kurth, of No Kidding Nutrition, engages students at St. Luke's School in New Canaan, Conn., in a demonstration in April 2014 that tested their knowledge of added sugars in many common beverages and snacks. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed Dawn Kurth, of No Kidding Nutrition, engages students at St. Luke's School in New Canaan, Conn., in a demonstration in April 2014 that tested their knowledge of added sugars in many common beverages and snacks.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/articleGallery/New-Canaan-woman-not-kidding-about-achieving-5945790.php

New Canaan Grade 6 Boys Red Basketball Winning Streak Rolls on, 9-0

In their first game Friday night against Weston they won 55-14. Jack Fannon had a phenomenal game - walking away with 11. David Siegel had 10 points and the Whittaker boys walked away with 5 points and 6 points .



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/new-canaan-grade-6-boys-red-basketball-winning-streak-rolls-9-0?

New Canaan 6th Grade Girls Basketball Beats Norwalk in OT

New Canaan 6th grade Girls Basketball team beat Norwalk in an overtime game Saturday by a score of 33-32. The team started off strong as Quinn McKiernan won the tipoff and dished the ball to Emma Gibbens underneath to take a 2-0 lead.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/new-canaan-6th-grade-girls-basketball-beats-norwalk-ot?

Westport CT Annual CBC Christmas Bird Count Sunday is December 21

... twin Bridges on Route 57. The Westport Count also includes: Darien, Norwalk, Weston, Easton, Fairfield and New Canaan. Small groups of birdwatchers, led by a Captain, scour pre-assigned territories in order to maximize coverage. Others conduct ...



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Winter Wonderland just fine without snow in New Canaan

It was a bright, rather than snowy white, Winter Wonderland under sunny skies Saturday at the annual holiday event hosted by the New Canaan Nature Center. Unlike last year, when heavy snow kept many people away, hundreds came out to enjoy the center's holiday celebration, which featured horse-drawn wagon rides and a chance to visit with Santa Claus.



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A Winter Wonderland is just fine without snow in New Canaan

Bonnie and Clyde, two horses from Foxglove Farm in Lyme, took visitors on a ride Saturday at the New Canaan Nature Center's Winter Wonderland. Photo: Jarret Liotta Maddie Brown, 7, left, of New Canaan, and sister Emma, 4, visit with Santa at the Winter Wonderland.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/A-Winter-Wonderland-is-just-fine-without-snow-in-5957452.php

New Canaan Students Named To Lauralton Hall Honor Roll

Three New Canaan residents were named to the Honor Roll for the first quarter of the school year at The Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall. Students who attained high honors achieved an overall average of 92 or better in all academic courses.



via New Canaan Newswire http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/schools/new-canaan-students-named-lauralton-hall-honor-roll

Stamford lawmakers consider senior tax relief

... their homes. The maximum allowable abatement of $2,000 is similar to neighboring communities like Greenwich and New Canaan, where the maximum credits are $2,235 and $3,000 respectively. Because of what he believes is the high exemption for home ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Stamford-lawmakers-consider-senior-tax-relief-5957108.php

Obituary: Erik Dam, a Former Manchester Police Officer and New Canaan Police Chief

... MO Police Department to become its first polce chief. He later served as police chief in Englewood, OH and in New Canaan; qualifying both departments for national accreditation. During his career he attended the FBI National Academy and taught ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/manchester/obituary-erik-dam-former-manchester-police-officer-and-new-canaan-police-chief?

DUI Charge Against Darien Man After Hitting Tree Tops Week's News

... with the state of Connecticut, The Hartford Courant reported. Darien Media Consulting firm BCM Media, founded by New Canaan's Brenda McKenna, was certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council . The Darien Board of Selectmen will host ...



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New Canaan Nips Darien Football In State Title Game

Darien High's defense dominated the second half of its football game against New Canaan High on Thanksgiving. On Saturday, with the Class L Large championship at stake, the Rams finally found a way to solve the Blue Wave defense.



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New Canaan's Alexander LaPolice receives a pass in the endzone to score the game tying touchdown, during Class L State Championship football action against Darien in West Haven, Conn., on Saturday Dec. 13, 2014. New Canaan went on to beat Darien 21-20.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/sports/article/New-Canaan-beats-Darien-21-20-for-state-title-5955025.php

New Canaan Rallies To Stun Darien, Win State Football Title

New Canaan High School rallied from a 20-7 deficit to stun top-seeded Darien High, 21-20, and win the Class L Large state football title game Saturday at West Haven High School. The game-winning score for the Rams came on a 24-yard touchdown pass from Michael Collins to Alex LaPolice with 6:59 remaining in the game.



via New Canaan Newswire http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/new-canaan-rallies-stun-darien-win-state-football-title

Class L Large: 2-minute drill

... drive. Darien used two timeouts defensively on punts, one because of confusion and one in an attempt to make New Canaan kick into the wind at the end of the third quarter. The punt went nearly 60 yards and the Blue Wave were left with just one time ...



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.greenwichtime.com/sports/article/Class-L-Large-2-minute-drill-5955400.php

New Canaan High School Football Team Wins State Title Over Darien

Congratulations to New Canaan Head Football Coach Lou Marinelli on his 10th state title, and of course his football team on a thrilling come from behind victory over Darien for the Class L State Championship Saturday afternoon. It was a dramatic victory for New Canaan which trailed Darien 20-7 at the half.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/new-canaan-high-school-football-team-wins-state-title-over-darien?

New Canaan beats Darien, 21-20, for state title

New Canaan's Alexander LaPolice receives a pass in the endzone to score the game tying touchdown, during Class L State Championship football action against Darien in West Haven, Conn., on Saturday Dec. 13, 2014. New Canaan went on to beat Darien 21-20.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/sports/articleGallery/New-Canaan-beats-Darien-21-20-for-state-title-5955025.php

New Canaan beats Darien

New Canaan's Alexander LaPolice receives a pass in the endzone to score the game tying touchdown, during Class L State Championship football action against Darien in West Haven, Conn., on Saturday Dec. 13, 2014. New Canaan went on to beat Darien 21-20.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/New-Canaan-beats-Darien-21-20-for-state-title-5955025.php

Breffny Walsh, Former Director of the Rensselaer Co. Historical Society

Breffny Ann Feely Walsh of New Canaan, CT, formerly of Providence, RI and Troy, NY, died peacefully on Dec. 12, 2014 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 40 years, Frederick R. Walsh.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/breffny-walsh-former-director-rensselaer-co-historical-society?

Norwalk's Forever Sweet Bakery Offering Free Cake To Office Of The Week

Forever Sweet Bakery is offering a free cake to nominated businesses that have made a difference in someone's life. Sherryl Mascarinas from New Canaan nominated Dr. Charles Duffy and his team from Norwalk Veterinary Hospital.



via New Canaan Newswire http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/norwalk-s-forever-sweet-bakery-offering-free-cake-office-week

Stamford routs New Canaan

If you're looking to overcome a season opening loss, a 19-0 run to start the game is a good way to do it. That was the case for Stamford in its road tilt with New Canaan Friday night.



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.greenwichtime.com/sports/article/Stamford-routs-New-Canaan-5954150.php

Equestrian Rider Ashley Keno's Hair Tie Project Raises Funds For Charity

... ring the organization and its mission. The hair ties are currently available at Beval Saddlery in North Salem and New Canaan, Conn., or by emailing justworldhairties@gmail.com .



via New Canaan Newswire http://lewisboro.dailyvoice.com/schools/equestrian-rider-ashley-kenos-hair-tie-project-raises-funds-charity

Downtown Businesses Hit with Vandalism

Someone with a black marker and a bright red one vandalized doors, walls and windows of various businesses through much of downtown New Canaan on Monday Dec. 1. Police say they first received a call about the graffiti at 9:11 p.m. from a 51-year-old New Canaan man who noticed vandalism on Elm and Park streets - at doors for numbers 66, 76 and 86 Elm. Unintelligible graffiti tags were put on doors or buildings for Starbucks and Radio Shack.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/downtown-businesses-hit-vandalism?

West Hills Road Home Features Swimming Pool, Putting Green

This five-bedroom house at 181 W. Hills Rd. in New Canaan also has five bathrooms, a swimming pool and a putting green, according to its Web page on Zillow.com . The house has 5,629 square feet of interior space and sits on 2.12 acres.



via New Canaan Newswire http://patch.com/connecticut/darien/west-hills-road-home-features-swimming-pool-putting-green-0?

John Jay Senior Ashley Keno's Hair Tie Project Raises Funds For Charity

... ring the organization and its mission. The hair ties are currently available at Beval Saddlery in North Salem and New Canaan, Conn., or by emailing justworldhairties@gmail.com .



via New Canaan Newswire http://bedford.dailyvoice.com/schools/equestrian-rider-ashley-kenos-hair-tie-project-raises-funds-charity

Big Jim and Anna Discuss Events For the Kids Over the Holidays

... for free at westport.macaronikid.com (serving Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, Norwalk, Westport, Weston, Wilton and New Canaan) or monroe.macaronikid.com (serving Trumbull, Newtown, Easton, Monroe, Derby and the Ansonia)



via New Canaan Newswire http://www.star999.com/homepage/2014/12/12/big-jim-and-anna-discuss-events-for-the-kids-over-the-holidays

Conn. firefighters to carry narcan

... Darien police, who respond to every medical call in town, are considering putting the drug in their cruisers, and New Canaan officers are now being trained to carry the opioid antidote. Overdose deaths due to opioids in the state rose from 195 in ...



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Geminids: Year's Best Meteor Shower Late Saturday -- Will Weather Cooperate in New Canaan?

... midnight, but you can still see many of the falling stars after that. Here's the National Weather Service's New Canaan-specific forecast as of 8:56 a.m. Friday (Friday looks bad; Saturday night looks best; get the latest update in the forecast here ...



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New Canaan Resident Heading to Hong Kong Championships

Last weekend, the St. Luke's Debate Team competed in the DANEIS Parliamentary Debate Tournament at Choate Rosemary Hall. New Canaan resident Eliza Posner '16 took the 2nd place advance speaker award which qualifies her to compete for the United States in the World Individual Debate & Public Speaking Championships in Hong Kong in April.



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Congregational Church Supports Inspirica Gift Collection at Bankwell

Friends and members of the New Canaan Congregational Church contributed significantly to the Bankwell collection of gifts and toys that Inspirica of Stamford will distribute to needy children throughout Fairfield County this holiday season.



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Darien Football Team Seeks First State Title In 18 Years

... state's top prize for the first time in 18 years. But standing in the way is their fiercest rival, neighboring New Canaan. Darien and New Canaan (10-1) kick off Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at West Haven High School in the Class L championship game. The ...



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Wilton 7th Grade Girls Basketball Team Finishes Third In Tournament

The Wilton 7th grade girls team, sponsored by Tavern on 7 Bar and Grill, finished in third place at the Joe Coppo Tournament held in New Canaan this past weekend. The 7th grade team enjoyed its first two victories of the season by defeating New Canaan, 30-26, and Stamford, 38-17.



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Wilton Basketball Team Preps For Regular Season

WILTON, Conn. Wilton's eighth grade girls basketball team, sponsored by Scoops, began the defense of their hard-fought FCBL Championship last year in the Joe Coppo Tournament Sunday, Dec. 7. The first opponent of four was the host New Canaan team, which saw plenty of power from Wilton during a 48-6 loss.



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Best Gas Prices In And Around New Canaan

Before the weekend begins, find out where the best gas prices are in the Darien and New Canaan areas, courtesy of gasbuddy.com and Daily Voice. FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn.



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New Canaan's Fierecest Rival Stands In Way Of Another State Title

One team has put the only blemish on New Canaan High School's football record each of the past two seasons. And it just happens to be its fiercest rival, Darien.



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Darien Takes On New Canaan For State High School Football Title

Two teams from Fairfield County will face-off on the field on Saturday in the battle for the high school football championship in the Class L Large division. Neighbors and archrivals New Canaan High and Darien High will kickoff at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at West Haven High School.



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St. Luke's beats King

King's Trey Canaveri fouls St. Luke's Jonas Harper during their basketball game at St. Luke's School in New Canaan, Conn., on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014. St. Luke's won, 77-62.



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Boy, 17, Arrives at New Norwalk Road Home to Find it Burglarized

A 17-year-old arrived at his family's home on New Norwalk Road on Wednesday, Dec. 3 and found the front door forced open and many items missing from the house. New Canaan police were told someone was last in the home at 9 a.m. that day.



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Ericson: Darien chasing New Canaan's excellence

Scenes from the Class L state championship football game between New Canaan and Darien on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Boyle Stadium in Stamford, Conn. For as much as the two football programs seem on par with each other, a closer look reveals a level of dominance on one side, unmatched in the state of Connecticut this century.



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Ericson: Darien chasing New Canaan's excellence

Scenes from the Class L state championship football game between New Canaan and Darien on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2013 at Boyle Stadium in Stamford, Conn.



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Consistency key for Darien and Graham

If there is a theme to this Saturday's CIAC Class L championship between arch rivals Darien and New Canaan, it's "never again." New Canaan recently released a hype video by that moniker, referencing the Rams 28-21 OT loss in the FCIAC finals against Darien, and Blue Wave coach Rob Trifone has echoed those thoughts, but for a different reason.



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COMMUNITY

For four visitors, a trip to First County Bank in New Canaan really paid off recently. From left, Aitza Cabrera, New Canaan branch manager, presents one $100 New Canaan Chamber of Commerce gift certificate each to Chris Tensen, Antionette Chirinian, Karen Evans and Jacqueline Pettibone , all of whom were the winners in a drawing held as part of an open house event in October 2014.



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For four visitors, a trip to First County Bank in New Canaan really paid off recently. From left, Aitza Cabrera, New Canaan branch manager, presents one $100 New Canaan Chamber of Commerce gift certificate each to Chris Tensen, Antionette Chirinian, Karen Evans and Jacqueline Pettibone , all of whom were the winners in a drawing held as part of an open house event in October 2014.



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Ericson: Darien chasing New Canaan's excellence

For as much as the two football programs seem on par with each other, a closer look reveals a level of dominance on one side, unmatched in the state of Connecticut this century. New Canaan and Darien football are often said to be mirrors of each other, but Saturday it is the Blue Wave chasing what the Rams possess.



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COMMUNITY

For four visitors, a trip to First County Bank in New Canaan really paid off recently. From left, Aitza Cabrera, New Canaan branch manager, presents one $100 New Canaan Chamber of Commerce gift certificate each to Chris Tensen, Antionette Chirinian, Karen Evans and Jacqueline Pettibone , all of whom were the winners in a drawing held as part of an open house event in October 2014.



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Yelp's Top 10 Restaurants in New Canaan: Do You Agree?

When you're looking for a place to eat, sometimes it helps to see what other diners have to say. Here's a list of the top 10 restaurants in New Canaan in descending order, according to Yelp and its highest star rating.



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Bracelet perfect for Pit Bull lovers and supports rescue dogs

... outreach programs focused on education and awareness. To learn more about Bully Breed Rescue, which is located in New Canaan, CT, visit their Facebook page . To order your bracelet before they are gone, click here .



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Higher levels of pesticides found in New Canaan waters

A new report shows that the level of pesticides leaching into New Canaan waters is higher than last year, and one source of the elevated levels is the New Canaan Country Club. The study, conducted by two New Canaan High School students as part of the 2014 Pesticide Educational Research Fellowship, was presented to the Board of Selectmen last week.



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Higher levels of pesticides found in New Canaan waters

New Canaan High School student Connor DeMayo analyzes samples from a study conducted last summer as part of the 2014 Pesticide Educational Research Fellowship in New Canaan, Conn. Photo: Contributed Photo, Contributed New Canaan High School student Paul Gelhaus, one of the students involved in the 2014 Pesticide Educational Research Fellowship, collects samples from waterways in New Canaan, Conn., last summer.



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