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Donna Christopher

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Politics

Trumbull Democrats Honor 3 Of Their Own, Examine Trump's Policy At Dinner TRUMBULL, Conn. — As Trumbull Democrats gather to present two inaugural awards, they will also hear about President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office from U.S. Rep. Jim Himes and U.S. Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy. The Trumbull Democratic Town Committee will hold the Keys to Democracy Awards Dinner on March 26 at Tashua Knolls Restaurant in Trumbull. Blumenthal, Murphy and Himes will speak on "Trump's First 100 Days: Our Voices, Our Actions, Our Country — Still Strong," discussing the impact of Trump's administration and positive actions that can be taken to…

by Donna Christopher

03/09/2017

Neighbors

Display Of Patriotism Among Norwalk Knights Gains Civic Award Win NORWALK, Conn. -- Veteran support and other patriotic activities have earned the Norwalk Knights of Columbus’ Bishop Fenwick Assembly #100 a civics award. The Knights received the Supreme Civic Award last month for exemplifying patriotism and national pride. “Our number one goal as an Assembly is to promote patriotism and support our veterans said Faithful Navigator George Ribellino, Jr. The Assembly has members from Norwalk, Westport, and Wilton. The Knights raise money for veterans and Homes for the Brave and Fisher House CT, and participate in Columbus Day festivities. Coming up on M…

by Donna Christopher

03/09/2017

Lifestyle

Pair Of Paddle Tennis Courts Ready For Play At Birchwood CC In Westport WESTPORT, Conn. -- A pair of paddle tennis courts have been added to the outdoor sports facilities at Birchwood Country Club.On Sunday, the courts were dedicated and formally opened for use with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Officials in attendance included Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe; Curtis Angell, Club General Manager; Rachael Francis, Head of the Tennis Committee; Spencer Brown, Club President; Matt Mandell, Westport/Weston Chamber of Commerce; and Michael Kember, Head Tennis Pro.

by Donna Christopher

03/09/2017

Events

Join Urban Enthusiast On Danbury Walking Tour DANBURY, Conn. -- Do you know where the hidden murals in Danbury are? Have you ever met a hatter? Like to eat and shop? Joine urban and arts enthusiast Ted Kilmer when he leads a free walking tour Saturday March 25 in the city's downtown area. The tour and others are offered through is endeavour called DisH Liv(ing), which stands for "Downtown is Happening." T Killmer plans the events to bring residents together "as curious, creative members of a worldwide community, as urban and arts enthusiasts," he said. Kilmer will plan eight similar events through DisH Liv. The u…

by Donna Christopher

03/09/2017

Neighbors

Darien Kids Plug National Parks In DAR Essay Contest DARIEN, Conn. -- Darien fifth-graders made the case for the National Park Service, which just turned 100 years old, in an essay contest run by Daughters of the American Revolution. The winning essays on "Celebrating a Century: American's National Parks" earned certificates for the young writers. The essays will now be submitted to the statewide contest in Connecticut. The assignment called on students to pretend they were visiting one of the National Parks in the U.S. and describe its location and features. The essays included what the children think makes the park a national tre…

by Donna Christopher

03/09/2017

Events

Get Your Irish On At St. Patrick's Day Parade In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk St. Patrick's Day Parade steps off at Veterans Park this Saturday, March 11 at 11 a.m.Spectators are invited to line the streets to enjoy the festivities. The parade will proceed on Washington Street and North Main Street before ending at Pine Street. The following temporary road closures will be in place: Fort Point Street at Seaview Avenue Washington Street at Water Street Washington Street at North Main Street North Main Street at Marshal Street North Main Street at Ann Street North Main Street at Martin Luther King Drive. Closures are expected to last no…

by Donna Christopher

03/09/2017

Business

Stratford Woman Stands Tall By Growing Her Own Tree-Care Firm STRATFORD, Conn. — Three weeks after graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in horticulture, Stacey Marcell drove east to take a job in Bridgeport. "I was recruited by SavATree right after graduation,” said Marcell, who went on to grow her own company, Northeast Horticultural Services, in the usually male-dominated field of tree care. This year marks her 10th anniversary of running the Stratford-based company, which provides residential, commercial and municipal property owners with holistic and organic landscaping and tree care services across Fairfield and New Hav…

by Donna Christopher

03/08/2017

Events

Log In On 'Giving Day' To Help Your Favorite Fairfield County Charity FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Want an easy way to support a favorite nonprofit in your Fairfield County town or city? Log into the Fairfield County Community Foundation website on Giving Day Thursday, March 9. You have 24 hours to support any one of 431 participating nonprofits, said Development Director Kristy Jelenik. "We created Giving Day four years ago to shine a bright light on the giving community of each town and city," she told Daily Voice. "It's a way for the everyday citizen to be included in philanthropy." "Donations can be as low as 10 dollars. People …

by Donna Christopher

03/08/2017

Police & Fire

Spelling Bee Will Put Ridgefield Police Officer & Beekeeper To The Test RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — It's the best possible assignment for a member of the Ridgefield Police Department who happens to enjoy beekeeping. Mark Caswell, who was named the Ridgefield Police Department’s Officer of the Year in 2015, will compete Wednesday night in the Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association's Spelling Bee. Catch out all the action at the spelling bee at 7 p.m. at the Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield. What will be the winning word? Who will be the champion speller in the community? Tickets may be purchased here for this fun-filled community event. The proceeds…

by Donna Christopher

03/08/2017

Neighbors

'Darien Dash' Takes Teams On A Town-Wide Scavenger Hunt DARIEN, Conn. -- Wednesday is the last day for teams to sign up for the Darien Dash scavenger hunt hosted by the Darien Youth Commission. Only 20 cars will be admitted to the town-wide scavenger hunt on March 11, when participants score points by answering town-related riddles and visiting local merchants based on the clues. The event from 1 to 3 p.m. begins with check-in at 12:30 p.m. at the Town Hall gym and ends at the Depot Youth Center on Heights Road where points will be tallied. There will be prizes. Participation is for all ages but a vehicle and driver is required. Team numbers ar…

by Donna Christopher

03/08/2017

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