Books & Authors
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Meteorologist and author Eric Fisher will discuss his book, “Mighty Storms of New England,” in a virtual event Tuesday evening, Jan. 25.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: Jan 6 to 13
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton real estate from Jan. 6 to 13, 2022:
Broadway Comes to Darien for Concert Sunday Evening at Noroton Presbyterian Church
Darien native Dan Micciche, current musical director for Wicked on Broadway, is bringing Broadway to Darien on Dec. 19 with a concert at Noroton Presbyterian Church.
Broadway performers from The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Hamilton, and Disney’s Frozen, alongside members of the NPC Chamber Choir and Orchestra, will perform holiday favorites.
Darien Police Announce Traffic Restrictions on Two Darien Streets
Darien police have announced parking restrictions on two Darien streets in connection with redevelopment projects — one in downtown Darien and another in Noroton Heights.
UPDATE: Parking Permits SOLD OUT for July 15 Darien Fireworks
UPDATE: Thursday, July 8 — All parking permits have already been sold for Darien’s fireworks display on July 15 at the high school campus, the town government Twitter account announced at 8:38 this morning.
More Headlines
DHS Graduates Celebrate Culmination of High School and Commencement of the Rest of Life
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: June 10 to 17
Swap Shop Reopens Monday at the Dump: Here’s Why It’s Not Opening on Saturdays Just Yet
Public Safety
Catalytic Converter Stolen from Pickup Truck on a Weekday Afternoon at Town Hall Parking Lot
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A catalytic converter was stolen out from under a 2000 Ford F-250 pickup truck parked in the lower parking lot in front of Town Hall on Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 11, police said.
Public Safety
Theft From a Mailbox Reported on Bittersweet Lane
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Two envelopes, each holding a check, were stolen Monday, Jan. 10, from the mailbox outside a home on Bittersweet Lane, a man told Darien police.
Public Safety
Unlocked Vehicles Entered Overnight, Jan 10 to 11 on Five Mile River Road
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A jacket was the only item reported stolen overnight Jan. 10 to 11 from unlocked vehicles parked outside three homes on Five Mile River Road, according to police.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Edward Waters, 80, Executive and Lawyer Who Loved Animals, History, Travel, Steak, Books, Being on the Water
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Edward James Waters of Darien passed away on Jan. 12, 2022. He was 80 years old.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Dorothy (Hotaling) Pospischil, 70, DHS Class of ’70, Teacher, Active Volunteer, on Board of Education
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Dorothy “Dot” Ann Pospischil, 70, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa died Friday, Jan. 14, 2022 at Mercy Medical Center.
Public Safety
Explosion on Sunday at Wee Burn Country Club Building Sends One Person to Hospital
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One person was injured by an explosion late Sunday morning in a building near the bowling area at Wee Burn Country Club, police said.
Darien Driving While Intoxicated 2022
Police: Driver Found Intoxicated, Asleep Behind the Wheel in Middle of Intersection
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A 32-year-old man was found asleep in the middle of one of the intersections of Rings End Road and Harbor Road at about 1:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 10, Darien police said.
When he was given breath tests almost an hour later, police said, the results were nearly three times the legally allowed alcohol content in his blood, according to police.
Cameron on Transportation
Night Trains With Sleeping Cars Not Only Survive — They’re Increasing
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In an age of ever-faster trains connecting major cities globally, is there any future for anachronistic night trains with sleeping cars? Why, yes!
Darien Obituaries 2021
Janet Phyfe, 97, Past President of Darien Book Aid, Volunteer at St Luke’s, Tots ‘n’ Teens, Loved Gardening, Tennis
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Janet Unz Phyfe, 97, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021 at Masonicare in Wallingford.
Sports
Blue Wave Gymnastics Starts Season With a Win Over New Canaan and Wilton
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A mood of quiet excitement filled the gym on Jan. 8.
“Let’s go! You got it!” The calls rang out, with Darien gymnasts encouraging each other to jump higher and finish stronger on vault, bars, beam, and floor.
Coronavirus 2022
Almost Half of Pregnant Women Have COVID-19 at Yale New Haven Hospital Network
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Nearly half of all pregnant women at Yale-New Haven Health’s network of hospitals have tested positive COVID-19, the organization’s officials said Wednesday at an online news conference.
Darien Mail Theft 2022
Police: Package Reported Stolen From Mailbox on Hollow Tree Ridge Road
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When a woman living on Hollow Tree Ridge Road checked her mailbox on Wednesday, Jan. 5, she found it open and empty, although a package had been delivered, according to the U.S. Postal Service.
Darien Driving While Intoxicated 2022
Police: DUI for Man, 24, Driving on Post Road After 2 AM, Saturday
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A 24-year-old man was charged with driving while under the influence Saturday after a police officer saw his car go over the double yellow line on the Post Road near Noroton Avenue, police said.
Obituaries
Robin Darcy, 67, Social Worker, Active in Macedonia Church, Loved Acting
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On Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, at 9:30 p.m., Elder Robin Ann Dancy, surrounded by her husband, daughters, and granddaughter, was escorted by the angels from this life into the eternal presence of God.
Obituaries
Irene Kubovic, 82, St. Luke’s Volunteer, Avid Reader, Photographer, Docent in Art Museums
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Irene “Carol” Kubovic died peacefully on Dec. 25, 2021 at AdventHealth Orlando. She was 82. She was the devoted wife and partner to John Kubovic for over 60 years.
News
Hindley Fourth Grader Christopher Li Wins First Place in International Piano Competition
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Christopher Li, a 4th grader at Hindley School, came in first place at the 2021 Piano Star International Competition.
In the event, live-streamed on Dec. 11, Christopher performed in Amateur Group B, competing against 37 players from 13 countries. The competition was judged by professional pianists and college professors.
Obituaries
Katherine Kelly Young, 59, DHS Graduate, Preschool Teacher, Loved Tennis
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Katherine Kelly Young passed away on Dec. 31, 2021 in New Canaan. She was 59.
COVID-19 2022
First Selectman: Thanks to All Who Helped With Darien’s Test Kit Distribution and Vaccinations
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To the editor,
I don’t think it is an exaggeration to say we are all weary of the coronavirus and its variants. So many people and organizations have been working so hard, for so long, to help protect us and care for those in need. Everyone, understandably, must be tired.
Cameron on Transportation
We Need to Think Through How Much Space We Really Need for Parking Lots
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Our love affair with the automobile depends on one thing: free parking. After driving on our “free” highways, we have to park someplace, and we all hate to pay for what’s really a privilege. It’s as if there’s some constitutional right to free parking.
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Test Your Home For Radon Gas: Darien Health Department Has Free Test Kits
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The Darien Health Department advises residents to test their homes for radon gas especially now that many families are spending more time at home due to COVID-19. Limited numbers of free test kits are now available at the Darien Health Department office.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Gerald Strauch, 88, Trauma Surgeon, Helped Found Post 53, Met Reagan, Bush at White House
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Gerald Otto Strauch, M.D., was born into eternal life on Jan. 2, 2022 after an extremely full, productive and wonderful life.
Art Exhibits
Hollis Taggart Southport to Open Parallels: Chloë Lamb and Bill Scott
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Hollis Taggart is pleased to present Parallels: Chloë Lamb and Bill Scott, a two-person exhibition of British artist Chloë Lamb (b. 1960) and American artist Bill Scott (b. 1956), who both work in the tradition of 20th century colorists and abstract expressionists.
Darien Obituaries 2021
Cameron Repp, 92, Active Volunteer, Youth Hockey Coach, Enjoyed Boating, Skiiing, Fishing, Golf
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Cameron Herbert Repp a resident of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 12, 2021 at the age of 92.