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While taking a summertime break this week, here’s a column I wrote awhile back.
What is this fascination that people have with monorails? I can’t tell you how often people suggest them as “the answer” to our state’s clogged roads.
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from June 19 to 26, 2025:
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.
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from January 2 to 9, 2025:
One Darien restaurant received a “C” rating, the worst in the town A-B-C ratings system, in the latest health inspection reports released by the town Health Department. Three other establishments were rated “B”, and one “A.”
These properties recently were sold in Darien, according to records in the Town Clerk’s Office:
Here’s Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton real estate March 1 to 8, 2018:
An Instagram post by a Middlesex Middle School student that contained “non-specific violent language and memes,” was judged by town police to be “no imminent threat to any student or the school,” Principal Shelley Somers told MMS parents in an email sent out Tuesday afternoon.
Update 10:27 p.m., Wednesday: Darien Police Department announced on Instagram: “The Town of Darien has sustained significant damage as a result of the ongoing storm. There are numerous reports of downed trees and power lines. We are asking that ALL unnecessary travel be avoided until emergency crews can clear roadways. Power outages should be reported to Eversource and NOT the police department. 9-1-1 should be used only for true emergencies. Thank you for your cooperation.”
Teacher Ann Novotnik’s second graders at Holmes Elementary School had a unique opportunity to share what they were learning.
A Darien business was scammed out of 90 grand in a classic fraud committed, this time, on a grand scale, apparently from the other side of the world.
It began on St. Valentine’s Day. Here’s how:
After a 67-year-old Stratford man made a comment in a Facebook comment about school shootings , Darien police arrested him Feb. 24 on a warrant charging him with disorderly conduct.
The statement, that police said got him in trouble: “Thanks for the reminder, I need to buy ammo.”
Theatre 308 will be reviving the ‘80s with their upcoming production of Footloose the Musical.
Girls from kindergarten through Grade 5 and their fathers are invited to the Daddy Daughter Dance organized by Darien Parks & Recreation Department.
Tickets are limited for the event, which takes place from 7 to 9 p.m., Friday, March 23. Registration is required.
It is with great sadness that the family and friends of Kinsley Morse (Hewitt) announce her sudden death from a heart attack on Jan. 21.
The public is invited to an informal workshop/discussion on vapes, e-cigarettes and “Juuls” at the Depot, Darien’s youth center, on Thursday, March 15 as part of the Depot’s “Coffee & Conversations” series. The event takes place from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
The public is invited to attend a special music service entitled “Abound in Hope,” combining a 10-piece orchestra and a 35-member choir at the United Church of Rowayton, 210 Rowayton Ave., at 10:15 a.m., Sunday, March 11.
Update 7:33 p.m., Sunday: Only 14 Darien customers were without electric power as of 7:17 p.m., according to Eversource.
Stamford’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off at noon downtown, starting near the intersection of Hoyt Street and Summer Street, winding downtown and ending up at Latham Park on Bedford Street (see map).
U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy is the parade marshal. This is the 23rd annual parade, according to the official website (although the official website also says it’s the 22nd annual parade). The parade steps off and keeps on stepping, rain or shine.
The “Day to Create” Community Arts Festival on Saturday afternoon includes a variety of crafty activities for kids — including hands-on arts, face painting, animals and more — and an opportunity for adults to learn more about community nonprofit agencies.
Richard H. Smith, Jr. of Naples, FL died on Feb. 22, after a long battle with cancer. He was 74.
The Darien Arts Center is offering a variety of creative opportunities, including visual arts workshops for children and adults.
Darien Public Schools are closing early Friday because of the day’s weather, the school district has announced. Some other closings in town and just beyond have also been announced (see updates, below).
Two Darien food-serving establishments got a “C” rating, the worst in the town A-B-C ratings system, in the latest health inspection reports released by the town Health Department. Three other establishments were rated “A”, and two “B.”
These properties recently were sold in Darien, according to records in the Town Clerk’s Office:
Nicholas P. Tarantino, 63, of Darien passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Here’s Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton real estate Feb. 22 to March 1, 2018:
With spring on the horizon, you may be considering if 2018 is the year to sell your home. One of the most compelling reasons to put your home on the market this year is that current interest rates, just above 4 percent, are still low by historical standards.