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How Does Your Elementary Rank? Westport Schools Rated Among Top In Nation How Does Your Elementary Rank? Westport Schools Rated Among Top In Nation
How Does Your Elementary Rank? Westport Schools Rated Among Top In Nation FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Nine elementary schools in Fairfield County are earning high marks in a national rankings report. Niche.com ranked the "2017 Best Public Elementary Schools in America" based on student test scores, student to teacher ratios, diversity teacher quality, grade school ratings, and school district quality. It also ranked the best elementary schools in each state.  For its analysis, 48,625 schools nationwide were rated on academic and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education. Millions of student and parent reviews were also used. The website pr…

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Police & Fire
Westport Greets Midday Snow And Sleet Westport Greets Midday Snow And Sleet
Westport Greets Midday Snow And Sleet WESTPORT, Conn. -- Relieved Westport officials stepped out on Harbor Road Tuesday at midday to witness the snowstorm's shift to wind-blown wind and rain.Despite the rough weather, the town had not had any significant emergencies and parking lots were being cleared by noon, the town announced on its Facebook page. Meanwhile, a fire department high-wheeled emergency response vehicle remained on duty in the event of coastal flooding in high tide.

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Neighbors
Snow Stomps Out Visibility In Downtown Ridgefield Snow Stomps Out Visibility In Downtown Ridgefield
Snow Stomps Out Visibility In Downtown Ridgefield RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Snowdrifts along Prospect Street are showing the powerful impact of the blizzard Tuesday morning in downtown Ridgefield.  Residents will soon need to start digging out their cars.  Up to 2 feet of snow is expected to fall in northern Fairfield County as a Blizzard Warning remains into effect late Tuesday night. 

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Lifestyle
Norwalk's Bogey's Vies For Second DVlicious Win In Best Burger Contest Norwalk's Bogey's Vies For Second DVlicious Win In Best Burger Contest
Norwalk's Bogey's Vies For Second DVlicious Win In Best Burger Contest NORWALK, Conn. -- Any way you flip it, the burger is one of America’s favorite foods. We asked for your top picks in the county; five finalists are in the running with each being profiled this week. Who will win? It’s up to you, so let your fingers do the clicking. Voting ends 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 28. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Bogey's Grille & Tap Room, Norwalk What Makes It Patty Perfect: A DVlicious "best burger" winner in 2016, Bogey's prides itself on the "quality of the beef," according to Owner Jim Stablein. "We have Angus beef an…

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News
Stamford Orders Parking Ban, Closes Schools In Advance Of Blizzard Stamford Orders Parking Ban, Closes Schools In Advance Of Blizzard
Stamford Orders Parking Ban, Closes Schools In Advance Of Blizzard STAMFORD, Conn. -- Stamford Mayor Martin has declared a Snow Emergency from 8 p.m. on Monday in anticipation of the impending snowstorm. “Today, our city departments and crews are preparing for the storm,” said Martin. “Residents should also prepare for this event, avoid driving if possible, and plan ahead to make certain the roads are clear for plows. Make arrangements now for school (and other) closings.” Vehicles on designated snow emergency streets must be removed. Alternate side of the street parking will be in effect for the duration of the storm. City parking garages will be availab…

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Newtown Orders Parking Ban As Blizzard Approaches Newtown Orders Parking Ban As Blizzard Approaches
Newtown Orders Parking Ban As Blizzard Approaches NEWTOWN, Conn. --  Due to the approaching blizzard, the Newtown Police Department has issued a parking ban from Monday at sunset until Wednesday at noon. All vehicles must be removed from town roadways or be ticketed or towed, said police.

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Trumbull Declares Snow Emergency, Issues Parking Ban For Blizzard Trumbull Declares Snow Emergency, Issues Parking Ban For Blizzard
Trumbull Declares Snow Emergency, Issues Parking Ban For Blizzard TRUMBULL, Conn. -- In preparation for the snow from the coming nor'easter, Trumbull declared snow emergency starting at noon Monday. It will be in effect for the duration of the storm.There is a parking ban in effect beginning from 11 p.m. today until snow removal is complete. All vehicles must be moved off town roads to allow for public work crews to properly clear town streets. The following meetings are canceled: Board of Assessment Appeals, Tuesday, March 14; rescheduled for Thursday, March 16, 3:30 to 7 p.m. First Selectman's Brown Bag Lunch, Tuesday, March 14. Police Commission, Tu…

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Police & Fire
Police: Ring Valued At $84K Stolen From Stamford Trump Parc Apartment Police: Ring Valued At $84K Stolen From Stamford Trump Parc Apartment
Police: Ring Valued At $84K Stolen From Stamford Trump Parc Apartment STAMFORD, Conn. -- A woman reported to police that a ring valued at $84,000 was stolen from her apartment at Trump Parc while she was away, according to the Stamford Advocate.She discovered loss Feb. 16, but searched the whole apartment confronted her cleaning person before making a police report, said the Advocate. Click here for the Stamford Advocate story.

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Schools
Monroe Rallies To Send Masuk Teams To Robotics World Competition Monroe Rallies To Send Masuk Teams To Robotics World Competition
Monroe Rallies To Send Masuk Teams To Robotics World Competition MONROE, Conn. -- Three Masuk High School robotics teams made it to the finals in the Southern New England Championships and are on their way to a world competition in Louisville, Ky.The students established a GoFundMe to send the trio of teams to the VEX Robotics World Championships from April 19 to 22. The Masuk robotics program has 100 members, with students from the middle and high school. The cost to send the three teams is $20,000.  Click here for the GoFundMe.

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News
Blizzard To Close New Fairfield Town Hall, Library, Senior Center Blizzard To Close New Fairfield Town Hall, Library, Senior Center
Blizzard To Close New Fairfield Town Hall, Library, Senior Center NEW FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Due to the impending blizzard, the New Fairfield Town Hall, Senior Center and Library will all be closed Tuesday, March 14. Up to 18 inches of snow is expected to fall in the powerful nor'easter. 

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