Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: November 23 to 30
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Nov. 23 to 30, 2023:
What’s Wrong With I-95? Let’s Count the Ways
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Someone recently described me as “the Lewis Black of transportation” — angry, cynical and sarcastic. That’s high praise, in my view.
So imagine my surprise that when Lewis performed recently in Waterbury and New London he riffed on the highway we love to hate: I-95.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 18 to 25
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien, Rowayton and Wilson Point real estate from May 18 to 25, 2023:
DHS Graduates Celebrate Culmination of High School and Commencement of the Rest of Life
Darien High School’s 2021 graduation ceremony combined congratulations on getting through high school during the COVID-19 pandemic with the regular high school graduation themes — life advice, thankful appreciation and assurance that the graduates have what it takes to succeed in the future.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: June 10 to 17
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton real estate from June 10 to 17, 2021:
More Headlines
Swap Shop Reopens Monday at the Dump: Here’s Why It’s Not Opening on Saturdays Just Yet
This Book Club Hits Close to Home: With New Canaan Author’s Novel on Parents,Teens, Drinking
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: April 15 to 22
Talking Transportation
Even Walking Can Be Dangerous
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Over Thanksgiving I’ve been musing on some recent developments.
Public Safety
Catalytic Converters Converted Into Loot at Repair Shop Parking Lot
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Two catalytic converters were reported stolen from Darien Car Clinic at 93 Post Road, police said. Officers were told that the thefts were discovered after an employee arrived and noticed a Range Rover in the parking lot was leaning to one side.
Darien Obituaries 2023
George Werbesky Jr., 74, Loved Creating Christmas Decorations, Hosting Annual Christmas Parties
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It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of George Werbesky Jr. on Nov. 2. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, leaving behind a legacy of love and special moments.
Public Safety
Police: Man, 27, Uses Stolen ID to Buy a 2020 BMW in Darien, But Police Find Him
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A 27-year-old New York City man using stolen identity information bought a 2020 BMW M4 from the BMW of Darien dealership last July but was caught after a police investigation, and on Nov. 21 he turned himself in, Darien police said.
Darien Obituaries 2023
Josephine Calvi, DHS ’63, Loved Hosting Friends and Family, Worked at Lord & Taylor
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Josephine Calvi (née Calve), beloved wife of the late Philip Calvi, passed away on Nov. 20, 2023.
Cameron on Transportation
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Everywhere Else — But They Dropped the Ball at Metro-North
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Why is Metro-North the only major commuter railroad in the U.S. that doesn’t offer its riders Wi-Fi? That’s a question I’ve been asking for many years and I still can’t get a straight answer.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: November 9 to 16
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Nov. 2 to 9, 2023:
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: November 2 to 9
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Nov. 2 to 9, 2023:
Cameron on Transportation
Appreciate the Wonders of Engineering Around Us
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As a young man I wanted to become a civil engineer and design the railroads of the future. So I went to one of the nation’s best engineering schools, Lehigh University, only to find out in my freshman year that I’d need calculus, physics and chemistry. So I ran quickly to the Arts College and studied sociology.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 26 to November 2
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, 2023:
Charity Events and Opportunities
Darien Old Timers Annual Dinner Honors Outstanding Sports Achievers Monday, Nov 6
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A No. 1 nationally ranked Darien sports team, athletes who played in multiple sports and a volunteer in sports and other organizations will all be honored this coming Monday at the Darien Old Timers Athletic Association annual dinner.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 19 to 26
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 19 to 26, 2023:
Darien Obituaries October 2023
Dawn Lynch, Taught Sunday School in Darien, Loved Travel, Boating, Kayaking
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Dawn Lynch of New Canaan passed peacefully at her home on Sept. 25.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 12 to 19
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 12 to 19, 2023:
Education
Superintendent: Board of Ed to Discuss Changing School Start Times; Parent Workshops Coming
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The Board of Education will discuss later school start times at its meeting on Tuesday, and workshops for parents will take place this month, one on early literacy for elementary school students, and others on improving communication with children.
Art Exhibits
Fairfield University Art Museum Will Stay Open Later on Thursdays
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The Fairfield University Art Museum will extend its hours to 8 p.m. on Thursdays for the next three years, starting on Nov. 2, thanks to a $56,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation, the university announced.
Cameron on Transportation
How’s Connecticut Gonna Rock Down to Electric Avenue? An Electric Car Mandate Would Need More Electricity
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There’s way too much news. I’m a like thirsty man trying to drink from a firehose.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: October 5 to 12
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Oct. 5 to 12, 2023:
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: September 28 to October 5
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Sept. 28 to Oct. 5, 2023:
Cameron on Transportation
Comparing a Shiny Florida Railroad to the Gritty Metro-North: Prepare To Be (Mostly) Envious
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The railroad world is abuzz with the opening of the new Brightline high speed rail service to Orlando, an extension of that private railroad’s existing train service down Florida’s east coast to Miami. This is really big news.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: September 21 to 28
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Sept. 21 to 28, 2023:
Talking Transportation 2023
Four Hiking Boots and 40 Lost Pounds Later, Darien Native Walks the Entire Appalachian Trail
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This Darien native is one of over 3,300 people each year who try to walk the entire length of the Appalachian Trail (the AT), from Georgia to Maine. But she’s one of the 25% of them that actually completed the task.
Cameron on Railroads 2023
Service Cuts and Higher Ticket Prices on Connecticut Trains — It’s a Done Deal
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How’s this for a double-whammy? The Connecticut Department of Transportation is proposing a cut in train and bus service while also raising fares — just as I predicted months ago.