Darien Obituaries 2022
Walter Lindecke, 94, Attended Talmadge Hill Community Church
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Walter Otto Lindecke, 94, of Wilton died peacefully on March 8.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: August 4 to 11
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton real estate from Aug. 4 to 11:
The MTA Rings the Alarm: It’s Running Toward a Fiscal Cliff
The MTA, parent of Metro-North, did something rare last week: They told us the unvarnished truth.
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
Commercial Burglaries 2022
Police: After Cop Spots Activity Near Restaurant, Two Charged With Stealing Used Cooking Oil
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A police officer patrolling the Post Road at 4:02 a.m. saw a white van, without any lights on, backing up into the back of Nino’s Restaurant at 390 Post Road, police said. That, with other information, resulted in the arrests of two men accused of trying to steal used cooking oil.
Books & Authors
‘The Good Wife’ Actor Julianna Margulies Visits DCA May 10 to Discuss Her Memoir, Now Out in Paperback
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Actor and author Julianna Margulies will visit the Darien Community Association on Tuesday, May 10 , to celebrate the paperback release of her memoir, “Sunshine Girl: An Unexpected Life.”
Darien DUI 2022
Police: DUI for Woman, 51, Found in Damaged Car on the Side of the Post Road
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A 51-year-old woman, found in a car with heavy front-end damage on the side of the Post Road at 3:12 a.m. was charged with driving while under the influence, police said.
Darien Community Association
You Are Hereby Invited to Royal Afternoon Tea with Carolyn’s Absolutely Fabulous Events, May 20 at the DCA
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In honor of Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, Carolyn Eddie and her fabulous supporting crew cordially invite you to a Royal Afternoon Tea on Friday, May 20 at the Darien Community Association.
Darien Real Estate
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: April 21 to 28
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Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton real estate from April 21 to 28:
Assault 2022
Robber Follows Male Victim Past Police Station to Assault and Rob Him Further Down the Street
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A man assaulted another male (police didn’t say whether the victim was a man or boy) in front of a house on Hecker Avenue after following the victim off a Post Road bus, then up the street past Darien Police Headquarters, police said.
When the victim broke free and entered the unlocked back door of the house, the man forced the door open, punched the victim and stole some cash from his pocket, the victim told police. The victim had injuries on his face and an arm, but he declined medical attention
Darien Obituaries 2022
Lois Berry, 90, At Home in Darien Volunteer, Loved Bridge, Classical Music, Theater, Traveling, Tennis
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Lois Boots Berry died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on April 21. She was 90.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Prudence ‘Tink’ Neubert, 78, Active Volunteer, Avid Gardener and Reader
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Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother Prudence “Tink” O’Connor Neubert peacefully passed away on April 21, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Animals
Learn About Octopuses and Their Cousins, Meet Science Friday’s Ira Flatow at The Maritime Aquarium
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Enjoy a guided deep dive into the amazing world of octopuses, squid and their inky ilk on Tuesday, June 14 as public radio’s “Science Friday” founder and host Ira Flatow celebrates “Cephalopod Movie Night” with a special lineup of films and experts at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Dr. Thomas Walsh Jr., 90, Wrote a Widely Used Medical Textbook, Loved Travel and Tailgating
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Thomas Joseph Walsh Jr., M.D. died on April 24 at Norwalk Hospital after a brief illness. He was a long-time resident of Darien.
Talking Transportation 2022
If State Employees Were Overpaid, They Wouldn’t Be Leaving for Better-Paying Jobs in the Private Sector
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Are Connecticut state workers overpaid? I don’t think so. Connecticut state employees are about to get a retroactive, four-year contract that gives them a $3,500 bonus, annual 2.5% pay increases and their “step increases” tied to seniority and their jobs.
By one estimate, this all works out to an additional $10,000 per worker over four years.
Transportation
Upgraded Traffic Cameras, Monitors, Communication System Coming on Interstate 95, U.S. Rt 7
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The Connecticut Department of Transportation is developing plans to upgrade and expand closed-circuit television cameras, traffic flow monitors and communication upgrades on Interstate 95 and Route 7 in Fairfield County.
Maritime Aquarium
Marine Ecologist to Fill New Position at Maritime Aquarium: Director of Conservation and Policy
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Dr. Sarah Crosby, a marine ecologist trained in conservation science with extensive experience in coastal and marine ecosystems, will join The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk this week as director of conservation and policy.
The new position at the Aquarium is meant to significantly expand its leadership role in local and national conservation issues.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Stephen Jones, 71, U.S. Labor Dept Attorney, Passionate Birder, Marathon Runner, Loved Travel, History, Literature
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After a long, well-fought battle with multiple health issues, Stephen Rowe Jones died peacefully at home April 19, 2022 at age 71.
Connecticut Daughters of the American Revolution 2022
Essay by Darien Fifth Grader Wins First Place in Daughters of the American Revolution State Contest
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Elizabeth Abelson, an Ox Ridge student, has won First Place in the 2022 Connecticut State Daughters of the American Revolution Fifth Grade American History Essay Contest.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Ann Kane, 92, Retired Speech Therapist, Parishioner at St Thomas More Church
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Ann Kane, 92, passed away peacefully at home in Darienon Feb. 27, with her family by her side.
Environment
Maritime Aquarium Among Two Dozen Aquariums Pledging to Continue Work to Achieve Carbon Neutrality
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The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk and 23 other leading U.S. aquariums, as members of the Aquarium Conservation Partnership (ACP) , on Friday announced the first steps in achieving their long-term goal of carbon neutrality.
Fourth Congressional District 2022
U.S. Rep. Jim Himes to Announce Re-election Bid on Saturday
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U.S. Rep. Jim Himes will announce his re-election campaign with supporters at a 3 p.m., Saturday press conference at Old Town Hall in Fairfield, the Democratic congressman’s campaign announced Friday morning.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Gwenn Fiorito, 82, Loved Painting, Gardening, Dancing; Was the First to Greet the New Neighbors
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Gwenn Slater Fiorito, longtime Darien resident, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away on April 7, with her family by her side. She was 82.
Letters to the Editor
Friends of Animals President: ‘Trees are the Planet’s Lungs’ With Multiple Benefits for the Environment
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To the editor:
I’m unnerved when I hear that morbid sound of trees being dismembered, limb by limb until they’re pulverized into saw dust.
Dana Hutchins
Middlesex School Gets Interim Principal After Principal Karolyn Rodriguez Has Baby, Takes Leave
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Days after successfully defending her doctoral dissertation Tuesday, Middlesex Middle School Principal Karolyn Rodriguez had her baby a little early on Thursday and began a leave of absence for the rest of the school year, Superintendent Alan Addley announced in a letter to parents and staff.
Rodriguez had been expecting the birth next week. It’s the second birth for a top Middlesex School official: on April 13, Assistant Principal Dana Hutchins gave birth to a son (Sammy Hutchins Jr.). Hutchins is now out on maternity leave.
Darien Obituaries 2022
Henry Farmer V, 16, Hockey Player For 11 Years, Member of Darien High School Golf Team, Spent Summers Tubing, Fishing
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Henry L. Farmer V, of Darien died suddenly on Tuesday, April 12 at the age of just 16 in Stamford, of medical complications.
Slava Ukraini 2022
New Canaan Chamber Music Dedicates 4 PM, Sunday Concert to Ukraine
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New Canaan Chamber Music will perform a concert, “Music of Love, Friendship and Epic Struggle,” at 4 p.m., Sunday, April 24, dedicated to the people of Ukraine.