Darien Obituaries 2025
Deborah Moran, 57, Teacher and Director at St John Preschool, Ran Marathons, Loved World Travel
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It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Deborah C. Moran (Salerno), 57, who passed away on May 27.
CT Loses a Billion a Year in Car-Tax Revenue But Isn’t Trying to Stop the Tax Cheaters
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“This is the number one form of tax evasion in Connecticut. Connecticut is losing millions annually and our DMV does not care.”
So says Stonington Tax Assessor Jennifer Lineaweaver, president of the state association for her profession (the CCAO). She’s speaking of Connecticut residents who register their cars in other states to avoid local property taxes.
Eyelash, Nails & Spa, Physical Therapy Shops Coming to Darien Commons
Federal Realty today announced that three new retail leases have been signed with local and regional businesses and entrepreneurs at Darien Commons — The Usual Lash, GlowUp Nails & Spa and Spear Physical Therapy.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: January 2 to 9
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from January 2 to 9, 2025:
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 16 to 23
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from May 16 to 23, 2024:
More Headlines
Work Started on ‘Goal’ to Reopen I-95 in Norwalk by Monday A.M. Rush Hour; Trains to Get More Rail Cars
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 18 to 25
DHS Graduates Celebrate Culmination of High School and Commencement of the Rest of Life
Real Estate 2025
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 22 to 29
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from May 22 to 29, 2025:
Darien Obituaries 2025
Patricia Bruhn, 91, Wrote, Acted, Volunteered, Played the Ukelele, Created Art, Enjoyed Sailing
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Patricia Bruhn, a resident of Darien, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 91 on May 8, surrounded by her loving family.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Susan Patterson, 89, Avidly Kept in Touch with Family and Many Friends, Loved the Intimacy of Small Town Life
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It’s with heavy hearts that we share that Susan Patterson left this earth on May 15, 2025 quickly and peacefully with loved ones by her side.
Darien Library 2025
Art Historian to Discuss ‘Sargent and Paris’ Exhibition, 7 PM, Thursday at Darien Library
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Art historian Page Knox will discuss the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s blockbuster summer exhibition, Sargent and Paris at 7 p.m., Thursday, May 29, at Darien Library.
Maritime Aquarium 2025
Maritime Aquarium Launches Sound Explorer, a New Research Vessel for Visitors
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The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has officially launched its new research vessel, R/V Sound Explorer, just in time for summer to give visitors the opportunity to learn about nature, wildlife and conservation in Long Island Sound.
Darien Identity Theft 2025
Woman, 64, Accused of Stealing $10,000 from a Darien Nursing Home Resident
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A 64-year-old woman stole a credit card from a person living at the Residence at Selleck’s Woods, and charged more than $10,000 with the card.
After an extensive police investigation, she was arrested last week, Darien police said.
Memorial Day 2025
‘Protect the Liberty They Fought for’: Full Text of Jayme Stevenson’s Memorial Day Address
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Those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in America’s wars deserve something more than even the gratitude, acknowledgement and respect of living Americans, said former First Selectman Jayme Stevenson in the keynote address at Darien’s Memorial Day ceremony.
They and our country deserve to be paid back by our being “willing in our own way to step up and protect the liberty they fought for,” she said.
Talking Transportation 2025
Expand Your Horizons with TOR — An Alternative to Driving to Concerts, Beaches and Other Recreation Spots
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The recent cool and weather aside, it’s officially summer! Time to get out and enjoy our state’s wonderful parks and beaches and take advantage of TOR.
You know what TOD is, right? Transit Oriented Development is building homes and offices near mass transit facilities. Well, I’m going to suggest you think about TOR: Transit Oriented Recreation.
Darien Emergency Management Department
Darien Seeks Up to 25 Volunteers for Times When Emergency Shelters Are Needed in Town
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The Darien Emergency Management Department is seeking up to 25 residents to volunteer when an emergency shelter is required in Darien. The volunteers would provide assistance with all aspects of shelter operations.
Education
Schools Superintendent: ‘Written Racial Slur’ Number Three at Middlesex Middle School
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For the third time in a week, a written racial slur was found at Middlesex Middle School, schools Superintendent Alan Addley said Friday afternoon in an email sent to staff and families of students.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Barbara White, 99, Curated Museum of Darien’s Costume Collection, Which Had Been Named After Her
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Barbara White passed away at her home in New Canaan, Conn., on May 16, 2025, of natural causes. She was 99.
Around Town
Letter: You Can Visit the VFW Post on Noroton Avenue, Have Supper There and Take in the History
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To the editor:
I had the pleasure of meeting with Quartermaster John Visi at the VFW Post 6933, formerly known as The Chapel, built in 1864 to assist Civil War veterans and their families.
Real Estate 2025
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 15 to 22
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from May 15 to 22, 2025:
Darien Obituaries 2025
Thomas Brayton, 82, Teacher, Coach, Worked in Public Relations, Petroleum Industry; Loved Tennis, Squash
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Thomas Mark Brayton, beloved husband of Friede Bliss Brayton, passed away on May 17, 2025 at age 82 after a brief illness.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Margaret ‘Peg’ Avison, 97, Worked in Graphic Design, Lifelong Painter, Avid Skier, Tokeneke Club Member
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Margaret “Peg” Callaway Avison of Darien passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025 at the age of 97.
Education
Schools Superintendent: Another Racial Slur Found at Middlesex Middle School
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About a week after graffiti with a a racial slur was found in a Middlesex Middle School boys bathroom, another was found on a student’s desk, schools Superintendent Alan Addley said in an email to parents and staff.
Public Safety
Police: Man, 19, Charged With Motor Vehicle Theft After Police Link His DNA With Evidence in Vehicle
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After police collected DNA evidence from an SUV stolen in Darien and left in Hamden, they linked that evidence to a 19-year-old Hamden man and charged him with stealing it, Darien police said.
Holidays
Darien’s Memorial Day Parade Starts at 10 AM, Monday; Some Traffic Restrictions Start at 8 AM; Food Fair 11 AM to 2 PM
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The Darien 2025 Memorial Day Parade will begin stepping off at 10 a.m. Monday, May 26, 2025, and traffic detours and restrictions will begin at some spots beginning at 8 a.m.
Affordable Housing 2025
Affordable Housing, Power Supply Discussed when Gov Met with First Selectman at New Restaurant in Town
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Providing new affordable housing in Darien, real estate development projects in town and providing more electricity in the state were discussed when First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky recently met with Gov. Ned Lamont at Roots Ocean Prime, a new restaurant in town.
Talking Transportation 2025
Did You Know …
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Over the 20 years I’ve been writing this column, I’ve come across some “fun facts” about transportation. Try dazzling friends at your next BBQ with some of these gems.
Education
More Racial Slur Graffiti Found in Middlesex Bathroom: Superintendent Urges Parents to Talk to Their Kids
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Yet again, a slur was found written in a bathroom at Middlesex Middle School, schools Superintendent Alan Addley said in an email to student’s families and school staff. The latest of several similar incidents at Middlesex in recent years was found Thursday.
“Sadly, this is not the first time we have had to confront such acts of hatred that are unacceptable in our school community,” Addley wrote. Other than calling it an “instance of hate speech,” he didn’t indicate which slur it was.
Darien Obituaries 2025
Michael Ziegler, 94, Loved History and Jazz, Enjoyed Gardening, Active in United Church of Rowayton
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Michael S. Ziegler, of Darien, passed away on May 8, 2025 at the age of 94.
Education
Board of Ed Appoints Interim Superintendent of Schools, Hires Search Firm to Find Next Superintendent
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The Darien Board of Education has appointed of Dr. Eric Byrne, currently superintendent of Rye City School District, as the interim superintendent of Darien schools, starting July 1.
Byrne will lead the district for the 2025-2026 school year while the board searches for a permanent superintendent.