Arts & Entertainment
Actors: Have Your Sights on TV and Film? NYC Studio Opens Location in Darien
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New York City TV and film acting studio, MN Acting Studio, is opening a second location in downtown Darien this month at 22 Grove St.
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
Opinion
Wi-Fi on Trains Should Wait — Coming 5G Will Make Current Wi-Fi Obsolete: Cameron on Transportation
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Will Haskell is 22 years old, and he’s about two months into his first full-time paying job as a state senator representing the 26th District that covers most of interior Fairfield County.
Public Safety
Police: Man, 40, Arrested for Stealing SUV on Sedgwick Ave, Burglarizing Home on Overbrook Lane
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A 40-year-old Bronx man accused of stealing an unlocked SUV from a driveway on Sedgwick Avenue and entering a home on Overbrook Lane the same night two months ago has been arrested, Darien police said.
The initial report from a woman who saw the burglar dashing out of her house was that it was a female, but the man who was arrested on Tuesday and who was taken to court Wednesday morning told police he had committed the crimes alone.
Obituaries
Virginia Valenti, 92, Worked at Palmer’s Market, Loved Traveling, Puzzles
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Virginia Lois Valenti passed away March 6 at the age of 92.
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Response to Jim Cameron’s Column From a ‘Zombie’
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To the editor:
Jim Cameron’s commentary concerning the issue of highway tolls in Connecticut is unfortunately very out of touch.
Maritime Aquarium
For Girls and Boys in Scouts, Discounts and Special Programs on March 23 at Maritime Aquarium
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Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts should troop down to The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk on Saturday, March 23 to take advantage of admission discounts and special workshops as the South Norwalk attraction celebrates its annual Scout Day.
Education
You Can Discuss School Regionalization, State Budget, Other Proposals with State Rep Terry Wood on Thursday
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State Rep. Terry Wood, a Republican who represents most of Darien in the state House of Representatives will hold a “community conversation” Thursday night at Darien Library, and you’re invited.
Public Safety
Police: DUI for Woman, 51, Who Didn’t Realize What Town She Was Driving In
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A 51-year-old woman charged with driving while under the influence was stopped by a police officer after the officer saw her swerving her car out of its lane several times and turning without using a blinker police said.
Education
Theatre 308 Presents ‘Chicago: The Musical’ at Darien High School, March 22 to 30
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It would be criminal if you missed it: Darien High School’s Chicago the Musical!
Theatre 308 will present the high school edition of the longest running American musical in Broadway history, Chicago, at the Darien High School Auditorium, March 22 – 30, 2019.
Public Safety
Police: DUI for Driver, Angry and Drunk, Harassing Another Motorist
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If you’ve got almost three times the legal limit for alcohol in your bloodstream, getting behind the wheel is a bad idea. Getting behind the wheel in that condition and then getting so angry at another driver that you follow her is a worse idea. Darien police say that’s what a 30-year-old man did early Sunday evening.
Right up to the Darien Police Headquarters on Hecker Avenue, where the victim drove, police said.
Government & Politics
Tolling and Trolling — Ned, Sell Your Case or Succumb to GOP ‘Zombies’ — Cameron on Transportation
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Was anyone really surprised when Ned Lamont did a flip-flop on tolls? Not me.
If you’ll remember when he first announced his candidacy for governor, he said he’d sign a toll bill his first day in office. Then he saw the polling data and backtracked, saying he’d only toll trucks.
Business
DCA’s ‘Darien Neighbors, Global Players’ Series of Talks by Industry Leaders Who Are Local Residents
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The Darien Community Association’s executive speakers series, “Darien Neighbors, Global Players,” returns this year with three new speakers — all Darien residents who are some of the most successful leaders and innovators in their fields.
Obituaries
Barbara Jane Sillars, 87, Loved Symphony Concerts, Avid Bridge and Mah Jongg Player
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Barbara Jane “BJ” Sillars passed into our Lord God’s glorious heaven on Sunday, March, 3, at the Davis Community in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Obituaries
Mary Skelton, 93, Taught in Darien Schools, Active in Noroton Presbyterian Church
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Mary E. Skelton, a resident of Venice, Florida and a former long-time Darien resident, passed away on Dec. 1, 2018 in Florida. She was 93.
Charity Events and Opportunities
Darien Foundation’s ‘Rock the Yacht’ Benefit Tickets Now on Sale
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The Darien Foundation has announced that tickets are now on sale for its Rock the Yacht benefit, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, at 6:30 pm at The Tokeneke Club.
Healthy Living
Psychiatrist Delivers Talk March 21 on Ketamine and Related Drugs for Mental Health Treatment
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Dr. Steve Levine, board-certified psychiatrist and founder of Actify Neurotherapies, will give a free talk titled The Future of Mental Health Treatment? Ketamine and Ketamine-like Medications.
Darien Depot
What Parents Need to Know About Discussing Sexual Harrassment, Assault and the #MeToo Movement with Boys and Girls
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The conversation around the #MeToo Movement seems to sometimes pit boys against girls, men against women, and a good portion of boys and men aren’t quite sure where they fit into the conversation. Some may want to be part of change and not know how to get involved.
A discussion for boys and men, girls and women about the issues surrounding the #MeToo Movement will take place Thursday, March 14, from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m.
Business
How to Find and Work With a Graphic Designer for Your Organization’s Project
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Darien Library will host a workshop Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. that will describe how to find and work with the perfect graphic designer for your new product or service. You will have a better feel for how to judge their past work, and how to start the whole design process and end up with the right results.
Education
Panel Discussion: Pursuing Specialized School Placement for Your Special Ed Student
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The Stamford Jewish Community Center (JCC) is presenting a hands-on program for parents titled “Special Education Parent Forum: Pursuing a Specialized School Placement” on March 14, 2019 at 7 p.m.
Darien Arts Center
Darien Arts Center Offers New Spring Season Classes for Adults and Kids
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The Darien Arts Center is offering two new springtime classes for adults: Introduction to Traditional Calligraphy and Gold Leaf Gilding for Works of Art; and two new classes for students: Funky Street Jazz, a dance class for grades 8 and up, and Kids in the Cast!, a theatre class for grades 3 and up.
Music
Darien Library’s Latest Studio Showcase Concert: Ravel’s ‘Ma Mere L’Oye’ at 5 PM, Sunday
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The latest concert in Darien Library’s Studio Showcase Series, this Sunday, March 9 from 5 to 6 p.m., will focus on “Ma Mere L’Oye” by Maurice Ravel.
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Cutting Deer Population Won’t Help Reduce Ticks — Friends of Animals President
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To the editor:
Kudos to Doug Tallamy, entymologist and author of Bringing Nature Home, for helping to change people’s mindset across the country about the birds and the bees.
Darien Community Association
Bridge 4 Class at the DCA
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The Darien Community Association (DCA) is offering Bridge 4 classes starting in March. This class picks up where Bridge 3 left off.
Charity Events and Opportunities
Darien Rotary’s ‘Spring Into Wellness’ Fair Benefits Carver Foundation Scholarships to NCC
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To welcome in Spring 2019, Darien Rotary Club will host a Spring Into Wellness! Fair on Thursday, March 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to welcome in Spring 2019 and benefit a good cause.