Obituaries
Sabina Burke, 75, Grew Up in Darien, Former Town Resident
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Sabina Burke of Stamford, died suddenly March 15, 2018 at age 75.
Fewer Road Deaths; How Many Work From Home; Faster Trains Still Late — and More Transportation News Briefs
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I’ve always thought of Labor Day as New Year’s Eve. After a summer of vacations the new business year has begun and we’re back to the grind. But while you’ve been enjoying the summer (me, too!) we need to get updated on what’s been happening on our roads, rails and waters.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: June 19 to 26
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from June 19 to 26, 2025:
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:
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Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: May 16 to 23
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
Education
Seven DHS Members of DECA Business Club Qualify for National Competition
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Excelling in the areas of finance, food, and sports, Darien High School DECA Club members made their mark at the recent 2018 DECA state competition.
Obituaries
Theodore Covert, 87, Former Darien Resident, on Board of Finance Three Decades, Served as Chairman
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Theodore B. Covert died peacefully on March 13 with his loving family by his side. He was 87.
Obituaries
James Schell, 73, Former Longtime Darien Resident, Avid Golfer at Wee Burn, Volunteer at Darien Y
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James Schell, 73, of Siesta Key, Fla. formerly Darien, found peace in heaven on March 17 after a long health struggle.
Obituaries
‘He Took Care of People’: Classmates, Friends Remember New Canaanite, Woodway Member Robert M. Amen Jr.
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As news of Robert M. Amen Jr.’s untimely passing last week spread through New Canaan and beyond, friends and fellow 1993 New Canaan High School graduates remembered a widely liked and singularly kind, compassionate person who smiled easily and moved effortlessly among various social circles.
Public Safety
Employee’s Jeep Entered at Dealership Sometime from Friday to Sunday, March 16 to 18
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A Jeep Wrangler recently left by its owner for two days at the Mini of Fairfield County dealership was entered, rummaged through and received some minor damage, police were told.
Nothing appears to have been stolen.
Transportation
Expect Lane Closures on Merritt in Greenwich and Stamford Through April 4
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A tree work and tree removal project on the Merritt Parkway between Exit 31 in Greenwich and Exit 33 in Stamford is expected to close traffic lanes for cars headed in either direction from now through April 4, the state Department of Transportation has announced.
Around Town
Have You Heard …? Talent Show, Spring Fling, Memorial Day Prep, Music in Schools, Big Gifts
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Here’s the lowdown on what’s up around town:
Arts & Entertainment
Pic Darien Smartphone Photo Contest Accepting Entries Starting April 2
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The Darien Arts Center is announcing the return of its annual smartphone photo contest, Pic Darien, which will be accepting entries at the DAC website from April 2 through May 16.
Public Safety
Police: Man Recognized as Past Shoplifter Found Shoplifting Again
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Employees at Stop & Shop in Noroton Heights carefully watched the 42-year-old man who entered the store Tuesday afternoon because they knew him from past shoplifting incidents, police said.
That paid off, according to a police report, when he acted suspiciously and attempted to leave the store, was confronted by employees and found to have many items in his coat. They came from the Walgreens pharmacy next door, police said.
Public Safety
Holmes Court and Holmes Ave Targeted in Latest Thefts From Motor Vehicles
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In a neighborhood frequently targeted by thieves trying unlocked car doors overnight, two more vehicles were entered at night from Monday to Tuesday, March 12 to 13.
The Jeep and the pickup truck were parked outside less than 300 feet from each other, at different addresses on Holmes Avenue and nearby Holmes Court.
Education
Superintendent: When School Will End This Year and How Snow Day Decisions Get Made for Darien
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Darien schools will close for the summer on June 21, unless we have another snow day, Superintendent Dan Brenner recently told the Board of Education, and he gave the board a detailed description of how he decides whether or not to keep schools closed for a snow day.
Obituaries
Robert Amen Jr., 42, Devoted Father, Air Force Veteran, Woodway Country Club Member
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It is with profound sadness that we mourn Robert M. Amen, Jr. of New Canaan, who at 42, passed peacefully from complications related to leukemia on March 15.
Opinion
Big Brother Looking Over Your Shoulder as You Travel — Cameron on Transportation
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Don’t look now, but someone is joining your travels: Big Brother.
You assume you’re alone, traveling in your car to and from work, but you are actually being watched. All along Interstate 95, there are TV cameras are looking for accidents and slowdowns.
Parents & Kids
Fun of the Irish for Kids at Stepping Stones Through March 31
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Everyone has the luck of the Irish at Stepping Stones Museum for Children as we turn green for spring starting on St. Patrick’s Day. The whole family can be transported to our mythical, magical wonderland full of shamrock surprises, scavenger hunts and savings from now until March 31.
Music
Guest Conductor Paul Watkins Leads Stamford Symphony Concerts This Weekend, March 17-18
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Guest Conductor Paul Watkins, will conduct Haydn, Mendelssohn and Schumann when he takes the podium in Stamford Symphony’s third concert in Our Next Maestro 2017-2018 Season.
The concerts at 8 p.m., Saturday, March 17, and 3 p.m., Sunday, March 18. On Sundays, kids under age 18 get in for free.
Music
Stamford Symphony Announces 2018-19 Season
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Stamford Symphony CEO & President Russell Jones announced “Ignite Your Senses, the 2018-2019 Season” with the expected completion of the symphony’s search for a music director.
Books & Authors
Talk on Fall of Nationalist China, Rise of Mao at Darien Men’s Association
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Kevin Peraino, veteran foreign correspondent, will discuss the fall of Nationalist China and the triumph of Mao Zedong’s Communist forces in 1949 on Wednesday, March 21, 2018, at the Darien Men’s Association.
Churches
Drop Off an Easter Basket for Needy Kids in the Area by March 29
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Easter baskets with chocolate bunnies will bring Easter magic to needy children, as the United Church of Rowayton follows its annual tradition of collecting baskets for local youngsters.
Community Organizations
Gardening Classes This Spring at YWCA Darien/Norwalk
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For years, novice and experienced local gardeners have looked forward to the YWCA Darien/Norwalk’s gardening classes taught each spring by Darien- based landscaper, Sara McCool of Ungemack McCool Perennial Garden.
The courses offer exceptional value to green thumbs — expert advice at unbeatable prices. All classes are held at the YWCA Darien/Norwalk’s office at 49 Old Kings Hwy. North, Darien.
Darien Library
At Darien Library This Coming Week: March 19 to 24
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Opioid related deaths in Connecticut has increased four times the national average since 2012. As a community, what can we do? Come to Darien Library on Wednesday, March 21 at 7 p.m. to learn about the results of the Darien Opioid Community Needs Assessment.
That’s just one of the events coming in the next week at Darien Library.
Transportation
Changes This Weekend for New Haven Line, New Canaan Branch, Plus Schedule Change
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Booze is banned from trains on Saturday; some minor timetable changes for the New Haven Line will begin on Sunday, March 18; buses will replace trains late on Saturday on the New Canaan Branch, and the train to the games at Yankee Stadium will have some service changes, Metro-North announced.
Animals
Darien Police Dog Kenny Helps With Norwalk Drug Search
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After Norwalk police saw a 38-year-old man selling drugs, then saw him commit several motor vehicle violations, they stopped him and, with the help of Darien K-9 Kenny, found 48 small bags of cocaine in his car, Norwalk police said.
Real Estate
Steve Wilkos and Business Partner Sell a Noroton Ave House for $2.35 Million
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Among properties recently sold in Darien, according to records in the Town Clerk’s Office, was one sold on Noroton Avenue near TV personality Steve Wilkos’ home by a business partly owned by Wilkos.