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Last week’s column about New York City’s congestion pricing experiment seems to have struck a nerve, generating a huge number of comments.
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from January 2 to 9, 2025:
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from May 16 to 23, 2024:
Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto on Friday provided an update on the ongoing demolition of the Fairfield Avenue Bridge over Interstate 95 in Norwalk, a day after an explosion closed the highway.
Theresa Kish transitioned to eternal tranquility, rest and peace on her 94th birthday, Aug. 22. She was surrounded by family in the comfort of her own home.
Dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. An hour-long presentation on Sept. 4 at Darien Library aims to break down the complexities of AI, offering a clear and engaging explanation of its inner workings and transformative potential.
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Aug., 15 to 22, 2024:
Georgia Schenck Young passed away on Aug. 17 with her family by her side. She was 86.
A 33-year-old Greenwich woman was intoxicated when the car she was driving collided with a telephone pole at the Noroton Heights Railroad Station at about 1:30 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 13, Darien police said. Police did not report any injuries.
Police said they found an open bottle of tequila, marijuana and drug paraphernalia in the car.
Josephine Martin, née Giuseppina Cocozzelli, 92, formerly of Flemington, New Jersey, died peacefully on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, at the home of her son Joseph and his wife Jennifer, in Darien.
Lester C. “Charlie” Bounty of Redding, Connecticut and Fairhaven, Massachusetts, beloved partner, brother, uncle and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 6, 2024. He was 62.
It may be the dog days of summer, but there’s still news on the transportation front …
It’s back-to-school season, which means parents and students are probably looking to save on college essentials online. And while the latest deals may save you some time and money, scammers may be looking to test you.
A 40-year-old man found at 3:30 a.m., asleep in his Jeep Grand Cherokee with the engine running, couldn’t complete standard field sobriety tests and was arrested, Darien police said.
Professor Gil Harel will discusses the history of one of the most enduring and successful shows in Broadway history, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera, which ran for 35 years on Broadway, until 2023.
Mary Gwyn Schreiber, formerly of Darien, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2024 in Redmond Washington, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. She was 92.
The Darien Police Department is alerting the community about an ongoing scam that has been reported several times over the past few months.
The scam involves a suspect who usually approaches elderly females in the parking lot of a grocery store or after having exited a bank.
About 500 Darienites cheered, shouted, clapped, whistled and held flags, signs or phones at a downtown demonstration of support Friday morning for town resident Ali Truwit as she prepares to leave for the 2024 Paralympics in Paris.
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Aug., 8 to 15, 2024:
Ursula Luther passed away peacefully at home in Darien, on Aug. 6 after a long battle with breast cancer. She was 84.
Eleanor Emily Taravella, age 94, passed away in the early morning hours of Aug. 9 at Norwalk Hospital after a brief illness. She was most recently a resident of Atria in Darien.
Margaret (Molly) Doberneck Massie passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 7 in Milford. She was 59.
Someone claiming to be police officer “L.T. Moore” called a Darien resident who was told fines were due for legal violations. The victim sent almost $2,000 to the scammer, Darien police said.
Since June, there have been a higher than usual number of vehicles stolen in Darien — a total of 18 as of four days ago, Darien police announced.
In response, police are suggesting various tips, at least one of which is probably new to you.
At 9:30 a.m., Friday, Aug. 16, the Town of Darien and The Corbin District are planning a townwide send-off to Darien’s paralympic athlete, Ali Truwit. Truwit is headed to Paris to compete in three swimming events.
Geraldine O’Brien Krawiec of Darien passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 7. She was a lifelong resident of Darien.
Robert J. Godzeno (“Bob”) of Norwalk, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 5 at Norwalk Hospital. He was 80.
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Aug., 1 to 8, 2024: