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Monday, August 31, 2015

Women's Soccer: Tigers lead after first win over William & Mary

... ays to reach the CAA playoffs." Towson will take their next step at returning to the CAA tournament this Friday in Fairfield, Connecticut taking on Fairfield University at 7 p.m.

via http://thetowerlight.com/womens-soccer-tigers-lead-after-first-win-over-william-mary/

Report: Denis McCarthy Named Fairfield FD Chief

Norwalk Fire Chief Denis McCarthy , who retired as Westport fire chief in 2005 after a 26-year career here before taking the Norwalk position, was appointed Fairfield fire chief tonight, according to The Hour of Norwalk. McCarthy, seen at a joint Westport-Norwalk training exercise July 24 with Westport Deputy Chief Bob Kepchar, was given a five-year contract beginning Oct. 1, the newspaper said.

via http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/55113/

Fairfield teens make Costa Rican trek

Fairfielders Lindsey Ferrante, far left, and Isabelle Burdo, next to her, recently took an eight-day trek sponsored by Outward Bound Costa Rica. Two Fairfield teenagers recently completed an eight-day trek through Costa Rica through a program designed to promote awareness of the Central American nation's culture and environment.

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Fairfield-teens-make-Costa-Rican-trek-6476595.php

Fairfield teens make Costa Rican trek

Fairfielders Lindsey Ferrante, far left, and Isabelle Burdo, next to her, recently took an eight-day trek sponsored by Outward Bound Costa Rica. Photo: Contributed / Contributed Photo Two Fairfield teenagers recently completed an eight-day trek through Costa Rica through a program designed to promote awareness of the Central American nation's culture and environment.

via http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Fairfield-teens-make-Costa-Rican-trek-6476595.php

Drivers endure egg-cruciating morning, I-95 traffic resumes

... a.m. The fire had quickly turned the I-95 northbound lanes into a parking lot that soon stretched back as far as Fairfield, according to Lt. Jim Perez of the Fairfield Police Department. Motorists seeking alternative routes soon clogged up the ...

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Egg-asperating-commute-on-I-95-northbound-after-6476362.php

Eggsasperatingcommute on I-95 northbound after truck catches fire

... a.m. The fire had quickly turned the I-95 northbound lanes into a parking lot that soon stretched back as far as Fairfield, according to Lt. Jim Perez of the Fairfield Police Department. Motorists seeking alternative routes soon clogged up the ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Egg-asperating-commute-on-I-95-northbound-after-6476362.php

Stamford campus notes

Part of a collection of photographs of decorated mortarboards from the 2015 Fairfield University Commencement held on Sunday morning, May 17, 2015, in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/articleGallery/Stamford-campus-notes-6476147.php

More dolphins spotted off Greenwich coast

... Contributed / Contributed Photo Officials caught up with a bear in a backyard tree in of a home on Mayfair Road, Fairfield, Conn. on Thursday, June 25, 2015. Police received several reports of bears roaming a wide area of the town, leading them to ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/More-dolphins-spotted-off-Greenwich-coast-6475869.php

Stamford campus notes

Part of a collection of photographs of decorated mortarboards from the 2015 Fairfield University Commencement held on Sunday morning, May 17, 2015, in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Stamford-campus-notes-6476147.php

GE headquarters fight: Ita s not just about taxes

... the Ex-Im Bank, and last week GE ruled out Dallas as a candidate for the relocation of its headquarters from Fairfield, Conn., for that very reason, according to Bloomberg News. GE began shopping for a new headquarters after Connecticut legislators ...

via http://blog.timesunion.com/business/ge-headquarters-fight-its-not-just-about-taxes/68745/

Latest Fairfield Rental Properties

We'll let you know how the initial Labor Day weekend forecast is shaping up and whether it looks good for outdoor plans. Mom Brings Son, 3, To Drug Deal; Dance Instructor Enter Plea in Sexual Assault of Student, 13; Malloy Makes Pitch to Keep GE NFL Commissioner visits Fairfield; Teen needs help with Eagle Scout Project; New restaurants open in town; Ashley Madison data and more.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/latest-fairfield-rental-properties-0?

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

... with a writer's eye and found publishing gold. Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn., on Oct. 26, 2005. (Johnathon Henninger/Connecticut Post via AP, File) In his best-selling ...

via http://www.contracostatimes.com/nation-world/ci_28728550/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies-at-82

General Electric shortens list of potential new headquarters sites

... one of the city's top competitors from the race. In recent days, Dallas business leaders reportedly were told the Fairfield, Conn.-based company would look elsewhere for a new headquarters location because of Texas lawmakers' opposition to the U.S. ...

via http://www.bizjournals.com/newyork/news/2015/08/31/general-electric-shortens-list-of-potential-new.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

2 hospitalized after double rollover crash

Two cars flipped onto their roofs after colliding Saturday on the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield, sending two people to the hospital. Two cars collided and rolled over Saturday afternoon on the Merritt Parkway, but firefighters said the vehicle occupants' injuries, while requiring hospital treatment, did not appear to be life-threatening.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-hospitalized-as-two-cars-overturn-on-Merritt-6473724.php

General Electric shortens list of potential new headquarters sites

... one of the city's top competitors from the race. In recent days, Dallas business leaders reportedly were told the Fairfield, Conn.-based company would look elsewhere for a new headquarters location because of Texas lawmakers' opposition to the U.S. ...

via http://www.bizjournals.com/albany/morning_call/2015/08/general-electric-shortens-list-of-potential-new.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_50+%28Commercial+Real+Estate+Industry+News%29

Neurologist Oliver Sacks, author of 'Awakenings,' dies at 82 - Mon, 31 Aug 2015 PST

... the man who mistook his wife for a hat. Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday. (Full-size photo) NEW YORK - There was the blind man ...

via http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2015/aug/31/neurologist-oliver-sacks-author-of-awakenings-dies/

2 vehicles roll over in Merritt crash

The accident, between Exits 46 and 47 , has closed the right southbound. Southbound traffic is backed more than a mile to the Route 25 intersection at Exit 49. Northbound travel is also very slow, past Exit 41 in Westport and coming to a crawl near Exit 44 in Fairfield.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/2-vehicles-rollover-in-Merritt-crash-6473371.php

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

... AP FILE- In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015. (Johnathon Henninger/Connecticut ...

via http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/science/article/Awakenings-author-neurologist-Oliver-Sacks-6475264.php

John Louis Guidone, 80,a resident of Plymouth,a education administrator

... and master's of science degrees from Southern Connecticut State University. He did his postgraduate work at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. For most of his life, Mr. Guidone worked as an administrator in special education for the Westport ...

via http://www.bostonherald.com/news_opinion/obituaries/2015/08/john_louis_guidone_80_resident_of_plymouth_education_administrator?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bostonherald%2Fnews+%28News+%26+Opinion+-+BostonHerald.com%29

Tailgating Before Hunt Club Polo Match

Members and guests of Gold's Dragoons, a Westport-based social and commemorative society, gathered at the Fairfield County Hunt Club in Westport today for a tailgating party prior to the annual competition for the Gold's Dragoons Polo Cup, a match against New York's Squadron A Club. Gold's Dragoons, formed in the early 1930s, was selected to honor one of Connecticut's first mounted colonial militia units, founded in 1660 by Maj.

via http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/55099/

10 Things to Know for Monday

... FILE- In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug... (AP Photo/Darko Bandic). Refugees from the ...

via http://www.kten.com/story/29918589/10-things-to-know-for-monday

Sunday, August 30, 2015

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.concordmonitor.com/news/nation/world/18402469-95/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies-at-82

10 Things to Know for Monday

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.seattlepi.com/news/crime/article/10-Things-to-Know-for-Monday-6475046.php

10 Things to Know for Monday

... FILE- In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug... (AP Photo/Darko Bandic). Refugees from the ...

via http://www.abcfoxmontana.com/story/29918589/10-things-to-know-for-monday

The GE Headquarters Sweepstakes

... Andrew Cuomo, who is no doubt hoping to lure General Electric to an Empire State address from its current home in Fairfield, Conn. GE finally cried uncle and began...

via http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-ge-headquarters-sweepstakes-1440975363

10 Things to Know for Monday

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/crime/article/10-Things-to-Know-for-Monday-6475046.php

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.elpasotimes.com/entertainment/ci_28729031/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies-at-82

Oliver Sacks, neurologist who explored the braina s quirks, dies at 82

... staged at Lincoln Center in New York in 1988. Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn., in October 2005. Sacks died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015, at his home in New York City, his ...

via http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article32801865.html

North Haven Among CT Communities Identified For Ashley Madison Affairs

... and cities. Waterbury, one of Connecticut's biggest cities isn't on the list and other notable towns including Fairfield are nowhere to be found. On the flip side some towns have an inordinate amount of registered users. For example, Milford has ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/northhaven/north-haven-among-ct-communities-identified-ashley-madison-affairs-0?

Photo: In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sack

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://lasvegassun.com/photos/2015/aug/30/620797/

Neurologist Oliver Sacks, best known for inspiring the movie Awakenings, dies at 82

Wind gusts up to 90 km/h knocked down trees, power poles, and sent branches flying, causing travel delays and leaving tens of thousands of residents without power. Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://www.vancouversun.com/news/world/Neurologist+Oliver+Sacks+best+known+inspiring+movie/11327856/story.html

Neurologist Oliver Sacks, best known for inspiring the movie Awakenings, dies at 82

... Animal Hospital to remove his two extra legs. Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Oct. 26, 2005. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015. Dr. Oliver Sacks, ...

via http://www.edmontonjournal.com/news/world/Neurologist+Oliver+Sacks+best+known+inspiring+movie/11327856/story.html

Bobby Valentine says Mets are 'in it to win it'

... "I live my life every day," said Valentine, who works as the athletic director of Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Conn., and also runs a film company and three restaurants. "If the phone rings, I always pick it up and - but I've been a lucky ...

via http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/baseball/mets/bobby-valentine-mets-win-article-1.2342082

Psychedelic drugs a taught me what the mind is capable ofa

Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday.

via https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/style-blog/wp/2015/08/30/oliver-sacks-psychedelic-drugs-taught-me-what-the-mind-is-capable-of/

GE dropping Dallas won't significantly impact region's relocation business

... business, according to a Bloomberg report. In recent days, Dallas business leaders reportedly were told the Fairfield, Connecticut-based company would look elsewhere for a new headquarters location because of Texas lawmakers' opposition to the U.S. ...

via http://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2015/08/28/report-ge-drops-dallas-from-list-of-potential-hq.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_53+%28REITS+%26+Finance+Industry+News%29

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

... OUT FILE- In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015. (Johnathon Henninger/Connecticut ...

via http://www.hastingstribune.com/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies-at/article_91eccccf-43f4-54b9-977a-9b3ae9c8c5a7.html

Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.sltrib.com/entertainment/2892487-155/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

... OUT FILE- In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015. (Johnathon Henninger/Connecticut ...

via http://www.tribtown.com/view/story/c8a8172e8b244d359809af734a02b717/US--Obit-Oliver-Sacks

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn., in this Oct. 26, 2005, photo. NEW YORK - There was the blind man who had the disastrous experience of regaining his sight.

via http://www.ocregister.com/articles/neurologist-680108-new-oliver.html

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.fresnobee.com/entertainment/article32793936.html

Enfield Among CT Communities Identified For Ashley Madison Affairs

... and cities. Waterbury, one of Connecticut's biggest cities isn't on the list and other notable towns including Fairfield are nowhere to be found. On the flip side some towns have an inordinate amount of registered users. For example, Milford has ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/enfield/enfield-among-ct-communities-identified-ashley-madison-affairs-1?

Oliver Sacks dead at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.al.com/news/index.ssf/2015/08/oliver_sacks_dead_at_82.html

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.wsbtv.com/ap/ap/top-news/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies-at/nnTRj/

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.kansas.com/entertainment/celebrities/article32793936.html

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.jsonline.com/news/usandworld/national/awakenings-author-neurologist-oliver-sacks-dies-at-82c8a8172e8b244d359809af734a02b717-323359611.html

'Awakenings' author, neurologist Oliver Sacks dies at 82

In this Oct. 26, 2005, file photo, Dr. Oliver Sacks speaks about Alzheimer's disease to an audience at Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. Sacks, a neurologist and writer, died Sunday, Aug. 30, 2015.

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/science/article/Awakenings-author-neurologist-Oliver-Sacks-6474398.php

Common Core Results, Averted Train Disaster Top The Week's News In Darien

... not clear why the person, who was not hurt, was on the tracks. a John Sadowski, a 26-year-old dance teacher from Fairfield, has pleaded guilty to fourth-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to children for exchanging hundreds of sexual explicit ...

via http://darien.dailyvoice.com/news/common-core-results-averted-train-disaster-top-the-weeks-news-in-darien/586384/

Saturday, August 29, 2015

Two Sent To Hospital After Double Rollover On Merritt Parkway In Fairfield

Two people were sent to the hospital after a double rollover crash Saturday afternoon on the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield, fire officials said. The Fairfield Fire Department was dispatched at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, to the southbound Merritt Parkway between exits 46 and 47 on a report of a motor vehicle accident with injuries.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/two-sent-to-hospital-after-double-rollover-on-merritt-parkway-in-fairfield/586383/

Cops: Seymour abduction case over

... 8 toward Bridgeport early Saturday morning. The truck is believed to have last been seen near Fairchild Avenue in Fairfield. Police said the truck carries the Connecticut license plate number of 217-XPK. SEYMOUR-The search for a local man accused of ...

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-searching-for-Seymour-man-wanted-for-6473578.php

How Many Calories Are In Your Pizza Slice, Fairfield?

What do you like on your pizza? Regardless of preference in toppings, a slice of New York City-style pizza may have more calories than expected. According to The Daily Meal, a slice of Sbarro's cheese pizza contains 410 calories and 14 grams of fat.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/how-many-calories-are-in-your-pizza-slice-fairfield/586374/

Two hospitalized as two cars overturn on Merritt Parkway

Two cars flipped onto their roofs after colliding Saturday on the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield, sending two people to the hospital. Photo: Fairfield Fire Department / Fairfield Fire Department Two cars collided and rolled over Saturday afternoon on the Merritt Parkway, but firefighters said the vehicle occupants' injuries, while requiring hospital treatment, did not appear to be life-threatening.

via http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Two-hospitalized-as-two-cars-overturn-on-Merritt-6473724.php

Two hospitalized as two cars overturn on Merritt Parkway

Two cars flipped onto their roofs after colliding Saturday on the Merritt Parkway in Fairfield, sending two people to the hospital. Two cars collided and rolled over Saturday afternoon on the Merritt Parkway, but firefighters said the vehicle occupants' injuries, while requiring hospital treatment, did not appear to be life-threatening.

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Two-hospitalized-as-two-cars-overturn-on-Merritt-6473724.php

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Len Tannenbaum, CEO of Fifth Street Asset Management in Greenwich, told investment analysts in advance of a sharp drop in stocks in mid-August that people do not understand the magnitude of the problems facing China. In July 2011, Fairfield-based General Electric expanded its magnetic resonance imaging device production in Beijing, China.

via http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Stock-market-volatility-reminiscent-of-2008-6471527.php

Two hurt after 2 vehicles roll over on Merritt

Two cars traveling southbound on the Merritt Parkway on the Fairfield/Trumbull border rolled over in a crash Saturday afternoon. Two drivers received non-life threatening injures.

via http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/2-vehicles-rollover-in-Merritt-crash-6473371.php

Rollover crash causes delays on Merritt SB

The accident, between Exits 46 and 47 , has closed the right southbound. Southbound traffic is backed more than a mile to the Route 25 intersection at Exit 49. Northbound travel is also very slow, past Exit 41 in Westport and coming to a crawl near Exit 44 in Fairfield.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/2-vehicles-rollover-in-Merritt-crash-6473371.php

Market volatility reminiscent of 2008

Len Tannenbaum, CEO of Fifth Street Asset Management in Greenwich, told investment analysts in advance of a sharp drop in stocks in mid-August that people do not understand the magnitude of the problems facing China. In July 2011, Fairfield-based General Electric expanded its magnetic resonance imaging device production in Beijing, China.

via http://www.newstimes.com/business/article/Stock-market-volatility-reminiscent-of-2008-6471527.php

Police: Seymour man may have kidnapped estranged wife

... with long, straight brown hair, and tattoos on her chest and ankle. Alan Gombos's truck was last believed to be in Fairfield, but police there have not found it. Police say the truck is a gray, 2004 Ford F-150 extended cab with Connecticut license ...

via http://wtnh.com/2015/08/29/police-seymour-man-may-have-kidnapped-estranged-wife/

Malloy Makes Pitch to Keep GE in Fairfield

In an attempt to fend off competition from other states trying to lure General Electric out of its Fairfield headquarters, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said he has met with GE officials about staying in Connecticut. The CT Mirror reports Malloy told a group of reporters Monday in Hartford that his administration proposed specific assistance to keep GE in Fairfield.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/malloy-makes-pitch-keep-ge-fairfield-1?

Latest Fairfield property transfers: $1.95M Quarter Horse sale

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2 vehicles roll over in Merritt crash

The accident, between Exits 46 and 47 , has closed the right southbound. Southbound traffic is backed more than a mile to the Route 25 intersection at Exit 49. Northbound travel is also very slow, past Exit 41 in Westport and coming to a crawl near Exit 44 in Fairfield.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/2-vehicles-rollover-in-Merritt-crash-6473371.php

Danbury Among CT Communities Identified For Ashley Madison Affairs

... and cities. Waterbury, one of Connecticut's biggest cities isn't on the list and other notable towns including Fairfield are nowhere to be found. On the flip side some towns have an inordinate amount of registered users. For example, Milford has ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/danbury/danbury-among-ct-communities-identified-ashley-madison-affairs-1?

Wells Fargo Said to Be Front-Runner to Buy GE Railcar Unit

... auction in 2011 after concluding that the lessor was faring well as freight shipments recovered. A spokesman for Fairfield, Connecticut-based GE declined to comment, as did representatives for Wells Fargo and Tokyo-based Sumitomo Mitsui. GE shares ...

via http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-08-28/wells-fargo-said-to-be-front-runner-to-buy-ge-rail-finance-unit

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Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, in a photo from a 2012 press conference, is being asked by some state legislators to call a special leglative session to address tax issues that have prompted GE officials to say they are considering a move from its Fairfield corporate headquarters to another state. The spinoff of multiple financial services units by General Electric Corp. - a cash cow meant to assuage shareholders and return the company to its core business - has created a tempest in Connecticut.

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/GE-s-shrinking-tax-shelter-in-state-debated-6473075.php

Len Tannenbaum, CEO of Fifth Street Asset Management in Greenwich,...

In July 2011, Fairfield-based General Electric expanded its magnetic resonance imaging device production in Beijing, China. GE shares sank Monday, August 24 amid investor anxiety over China's outlook, only to rebound later in the week.

via http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/Stock-market-volatility-reminiscent-of-2008-6471527.php

Friday, August 28, 2015

GE dropping Dallas won't significantly impact region's relocation business

... one of the city's top competitors from the race. In recent days, Dallas business leaders reportedly were told the Fairfield, Conn.-based company would look elsewhere for a new headquarters location because of Texas lawmakers' opposition to the U.S. ...

via http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2015/08/28/report-ge-drops-dallas-from-list-of-potential-hq.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

Westport Students Outscore State Averages On First Common Core Tests

... new tests, meeting expectations, according to the numbers released Friday by the state Department of Education. a Fairfield; 74.4 percent in language arts, 59.8 percent in math, topping the state average in both categories; "Math is clearly an area ...

via http://westport.dailyvoice.com/schools/westport-students-outscore-state-averages-on-first-common-core-tests/586338/

GOP Senators Call For Special Session on Corporate Taxes

... businesses included in the state's new budget. It has also said it is investigating moving its headquarters out of Fairfield to another state. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo visited GE headquarters in Fairfield last month in an attempt to lure the ...

via http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-unitary-special-session-0829-20150828-story.html

GE dropping Dallas won't significantly impact region's relocation business

... business, according to a Bloomberg report. In recent days, Dallas business leaders reportedly were told the Fairfield, Connecticut-based company would look elsewhere for a new headquarters location because of Texas lawmakers' opposition to the U.S. ...

via http://www.bizjournals.com/dallas/news/2015/08/28/report-ge-drops-dallas-from-list-of-potential-hq.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_53+%28REITS+%26+Finance+Industry+News%29

Report: GE drops Dallas from list of potential HQ relocation sites

... business, according to a Bloomberg report. In recent days, Dallas business leaders reportedly were told the Fairfield, Connecticut-based company would look elsewhere for a new headquarters location because of Texas lawmakers' opposition to the U.S. ...

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Robeks comes to Danbury

... DANBURY - Several local entrepreneurs were so impressed after trying the fresh juices and smoothies at Robeks in Fairfield that they knew they had to bring the franchise to Danbury. After several years of researching the brand and finding the right ...

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Flip Flop Shops drops in Stamford

After opening a Flip Flop Shops franchise store in Fairfield, Karen Breault has moved the shop to 705 Shippan Avenue in Stamford, down the street from where she grew up. Karen Breault could not have picked a better summer to open her Flip Flop Shops store on Stamford's Shippan Point, with forecasts calling for sunny skies and warm temperatures right through Labor Day.

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What is a 'Supermoon?' August's Will Be The First Of Three In A Row

August 29 will be the first "Supermoon" of three in a row this fall. The skies will be partly cloudy in Fairfield, according to the National Weather Service.

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Scores down on state's new Common Core test

... In Bridgeport, only 9.1 percent of all students passed math and 23.8 percent passed language arts. Next door in Fairfield, 59.8 percent made the grade in math, and 74.4 percent in language arts. In Ansonia, 19.6 percent passed math and 37.2 passed ...

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Fairfield Holding Hazardous Waste Collection At Veterans Park

The annual household hazardous waste collection for Fairfield will be held Saturday, Aug. 29 at Veterans Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fairfield is a member of HazWaste Central. Since May 1990, towns and cities in the group have recycled and disposed of more than a million gallons of waste.

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No Lifeguards at Silver Sands State Park the Rest of the Year

... port Silver Sands - Milford Black Rock - Watertown Burr Pond - Torrington Indian Well - Shelton Squantz Pond - New Fairfield

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New Restaurants Opening in Downtown Fairfield

Taberna, a popular Spanish tapas restaurant in Bridgeport, recently opened its second location in Fairfield at the Brick Walk, 1229 Post Road, but plans to have a grand opening celebration on Sept. 13 , according to the Fairfield Citizen.

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Scores down on state's new Common Core test

... percent passed language arts. In a new, tough test linked to the Common Core curriculum standards, test results in Fairfield showed 59.8 percent made the grade in math, and 74.4 percent in language arts. In a new, tough test linked to the Common ...

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Wells Fargo Said to Be Front-Runner to Buy GE Railcar Unit

... auction in 2011 after concluding that the lessor was faring well as freight shipments recovered. A spokesman for Fairfield, Connecticut-based GE declined to comment, as did representatives for Wells Fargo and Tokyo-based Sumitomo Mitsui. GE shares ...

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Lifeguards Will Still Remain at Hammonasset Beach State Park

... port Silver Sands - Milford Black Rock - Watertown Burr Pond - Torrington Indian Well - Shelton Squantz Pond - New Fairfield

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Photos: Fairfield Morfe-Behan Allstate Insurance Agency Opening

Fairfield HamletHub was glad to be on hand late Thursday morning, August 27th, for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and gathering celebrating the grand opening of the Morfe-Behan Allstate Insurance Agency at 173 Post Road, Fairfield, CT. Ana Morfe-Behan, the agency principal, and her family welcomed friends, family, fellow area business owners and Fairfield Town officials who came to support her and the opening.

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Platt Tech Student Seeks Winter Gear Donations for Eagle Scout Project

A local boy scout from Troop 199 in Fairfield is organizing a winter gear collection that will benefit the Norma F. Pfriem Urban Outreach Initiatives and the United Congregational Church in Bridgeport. Mihaylo's goal is to collect 500 winter coats, 500 pairs of winter boots, 500 winter hats, and 500 pairs of mittens and/or gloves.

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Map Shows Top Connecticut Communities for Ashley Madison Cheaters

... and cities. Waterbury, one of Connecticut's biggest cities isn't on the list and other notable towns including Fairfield are nowhere to be found. On the flip side some towns have an inordinate amount of registered users. For example, Milford has ...

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Upcoming Open Houses in Fairfield

Fairfield Basketball Season Tickets, Stags Club Memberships Go on Sale. Court Layout Showcase on September 22 at Webster Bank Arena The focus of the meeting will be on the proposed installation of centerline rumble strips on state and locally owned roads.

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Cops: Man had heroin in car

Joseph Diaz , 30, of Lakeview Drive in Fairfield, was charged with possession of narcotics and possession of drug paraphernalia in connection with the incident. According to police, Diaz's car was pulled over about 5 p.m. Tuesday and, "in plain view along the driver's door two wax paper folds of narcotic material" was seen by the officer.

via http://m.westport-news.com/news/article/Cops-Man-had-heroin-in-car-6471043.php

Fairfield cops: Truck and trailer stolen, emptied and returned

Angelo Roma, 39, is accused by police of stealing a truck and trailer from Jefferson Street, taking it to his Reservoir Avenue home in Bridgeport and unloading the trailer's contents, before returning the truck to its parking spot here. The incident transpired in June, police said.

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PHOTOS: Hurricane Irene - 4 Years Ago

... NOTE: Some photo captions were written at the time the photos were taken and may not reflect current information. FAIRFIELD, CT - AUGUST 30: A man walks down a street covered with sand from a beach following Tropical Storm Irene on August 30, 2011 ...

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Fairfield Warde's Charles Kane wrestles in the 138-pound division at the State Open meet. Kane not only won the weight class to finish with a perfect 48-0 season.

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Fairfield Entrepreneurs Offer Co-Working Space For Hairstylists

Much like the company that rents offices and conference rooms to business people, local owners Jay and Kerry Tolisano leased a large retail space and subdivided the complex into individual salon shops to create a co-working environment for hairstylists. The space, MY SALON Suite, is located at Black Rock Turnpike and Stillson Road in Fairfield.

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Wells Fargo front-runner to buy GE's railcar financing unit: Bloomberg

... by General Electric's GE Capital unit after it bought $9 billion of real estate loans from the conglomerate. Fairfield, Connecticut-based GE, which has been winding down its financing business, in April agreed to sell about $26 billion of real ...

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Wells Fargo front-runner to buy GE's railcar financing unit - Bloomberg

... by General Electric's GE Capital unit after it bought $9 billion of real estate loans from the conglomerate. Fairfield, Connecticut-based GE, which has been winding down its financing business, in April agreed to sell about $26 billion of real ...

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William A. Petty is Pleased to Announce the Appointment of Ricardo...

William A. Petty is Pleased to Announce the Appointment of Ricardo A. Grados as Chief Financial Officer of Franklin Mining Inc. William A. Petty is pleased to announce that Ricardo A. Grados has accepted the position of Chief Financial Officer to Franklin Mining, Inc. Mr. Grados received his BA in Finance from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut and studied Derivatives Instruments and Equities at New York Institute of Finance in New York. Bringing experience in the areas of Corporate Finance, Asset Management, Mining, and Oil & Gas Organization, Franklin looks forward to his valuable insight.

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Thursday, August 27, 2015

50 Things to do this weekend in Connecticut, August 28-30

... of free music at the Levitt Pavilion on Friday night. Find out more. The Greenfield Hills Farmers' Market in Fairfield is open Saturdays from 11:00a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Find out more . The New Canaan Farmers Market is in full swing at the Old Center ...

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Two parolees are violated for drug dealing

... of marijuana and possession of marijuana with intent to sell. The second incident occurred around 5 p.m. on Fairfield, where police have received complaints about drug dealing. Conklin said officers from the Narcotics and Organized Crime squad were ...

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-parolees-are-violated-for-alleged-drug-6470318.php

Wells Fargo Said to Be Front-Runner to Buy GE Railcar Unit

... 2011 after concluding that the lessor was faring well as freight shipments recovered. A spokesman for GE, based in Fairfield, Connecticut, declined to comment, as did a representative for San Francisco- based Wells Fargo. A representative for ...

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Fairfield Police Arrest Suspect In Theft Of Ribs

A Fairfield man accused of stealing ribs from a local supermarket took three police agencies on a slow-speed chase before he was apprehended on Wednesday. Fairfield Police arrested Michael Kondrat of Four Seasons Road on sixth-degree larceny and engaging police in pursuit charges after it took the aid of state troopers and Westport police to finally bring him to a stop, according to the Hartford Courant .

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fairfield-police-arrest-suspect-in-theft-of-ribs/586150/

50 Things to do this weekend

... of free music at the Levitt Pavilion on Friday night. Find out more. The Greenfield Hills Farmers' Market in Fairfield is open Saturdays from 11:00a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Find out more . The New Canaan Farmers Market is in full swing at the Old Center ...

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Report: Meat shoplifter has - run-in' with cops

Registration will allow you to post comments on westport-news.com and create a westport-news.com Subscriber Portal account for you to manage subscriptions and email preferences. Michael Kondrat , 66, has been in trouble with the Fairfield police before.

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English trio Kitty, Daisy & Lewis make debut stop at Fairfield Theatre Company

Kitty, Daisy and Lewis Durham, who go only by their first names on stage, will be playing one of their few U.S. tour stops at the Fairfield Theatre Company on Tuesday, Sept. 1 If you miss them there, they will be at Daryl's House Club in Pawling, N.Y., on Thursday, Sept.

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Low oil prices means winter bonus on horizon for some Fairfield...

Leahy's Fuels oil delivery driver Eric Svege makes a home heating oil delivery to a Mariana Farms Drive home, in Danbury. The company is expecting higher sales volumes this year due to lower oil prices.

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Fairfield Dance Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sex Assault Of Teenage Student

A dance teacher from Fairfield has pleaded guilty to a sexual assault on a teenage student and could be sentenced to up to two years in prison, according to ctpost.com. John Sadowski pleaded guilty Wednesday in Superior Court in Bridgeport to fourth-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to children, ctpost.com reported.

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Report: Meat shoplifter has - run-in' with cops

Registration will allow you to post comments on fairfieldcitizenonline.com and create a fairfieldcitizenonline.com Subscriber Portal account for you to manage subscriptions and email preferences. Michael Kondrat , 66, has been in trouble with the Fairfield police before.

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Two parolees are violated for alleged drug dealing in Stamford

... of marijuana and possession of marijuana with intent to sell. The second incident occurred around 5 p.m. on Fairfield, where police have received complaints about drug dealing. Conklin said officers from the Narcotics and Organized Crime squad were ...

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Meadowlark Lemon dribbles court testimony in contempt case

... all the time, I talk to Fox News all the time." The couple were married 22 years and raised five children in a Fairfield home before divorcing in March 1977. As part of the divorce settlement, Lemon was ordered to make monthly payments of $2,500 for ...

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Meadowlark Lemon dribbles court testimony in contempt case

... all the time, I talk to Fox News all the time." The couple were married 22 years and raised five children in a Fairfield home before divorcing in March 1977. As part of the divorce settlement, Lemon was ordered to make monthly payments of $2,500 for ...

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Report: Meat shoplifter has - run-in' with cops

Michael Kondrat, who is now homeless, was arrested for stealing from Stop & Shop and engaging police in pursuit. Photo: Contributed Photo / Fairfield Citizen Michael Kondrat , 66, has been in trouble with the Fairfield police before.

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Report: Meat shoplifter has - run-in' with cops

Michael Kondrat, who is now homeless, was arrested for stealing from Stop & Shop and engaging police in pursuit. Photo: Contributed Photo / Fairfield Citizen Michael Kondrat , 66, has been in trouble with the Fairfield police before.

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Meadowlark Lemon dribbles court testimony in contempt case

... all the time, I talk to Fox News all the time." The couple were married 22 years and raised five children in a Fairfield home before divorcing in March 1977. As part of the divorce settlement, Lemon was ordered to make monthly payments of $2,500 for ...

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Massage-on-demand company makes its way to Fairfield County

Zeel Massage therapist, Susan Pomarico, unpacks her message table from her car as she makes a home visit to client Charlotte Dewey at Dewey's home in Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday night, Aug. 25, 2015. Zeel is a new Massage-on-Demand company in Fairfield County.

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Bethel Among CT Communities Identified For Ashley Madison Affairs

... and cities. Waterbury, one of Connecticut's biggest cities isn't on the list and other notable towns including Fairfield are nowhere to be found. On the flip side some towns have an inordinate amount of registered users. For example, Milford has ...

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Will GE Seek Deals After Schlumberger-Cameron Buy?

... than 250 jobs. The cuts were part of Lufkin Industries, an oil-pumping and drilling equipment manufacturer that Fairfield, Conn.-based GE bought in 2013. Citing declining oil prices, General Electric recently cut by 10% its annual forecast for ...

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Fairfield Basketball Season Tickets on Sale

Fairfield Basketball Season Tickets, Stags Club Memberships Go on Sale. Court Layout Showcase on September 22 at Webster Bank Arena Season tickets for the 2015-16 Fairfield University men's and women's basketball seasons are now available for purchase.

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Map Shows Top Connecticut Communities for Ashley Madison Cheaters

... and cities. Waterbury, one of Connecticut's biggest cities isn't on the list and other notable towns including Fairfield are nowhere to be found. On the flip side some towns have an inordinate amount of registered users. For example, Milford has ...

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Houses Recently Sold in Fairfield

The focus of the meeting will be on the proposed installation of centerline rumble strips on state and locally owned roads.

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Cactus Rose Restaurant & Tequila Bar: Upscale Tex-Mex

... has been around since 2011. It's run by the daughter of the owners of the popular Andros Diner in Tunxis Hill in Fairfield. The sturdy restaurant has a Southwestern feel. The menu features upscale Tex-Mex, tuna tacos and lobster enchiladas. Cactus ...

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Popular Bridgeport restaurant opens Fairfield location

... gems this year. Click through to see some of southwestern Connecticut's new restaurants of 2015. 1262 Post Road, Fairfield, CT The burger chain opened its sixth location in Connecticut in July in Fairfield's former post office building. Keep ...

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Fairfield State Delegation to Hold Public Information Meeting for DOT Project

The focus of the meeting will be on the proposed installation of centerline rumble strips on state and locally owned roads. Fairfield's state delegation recently announced that the Department of Transportation will hold a public information meeting in town on Thursday, Sept.

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Fairfield dance instructor pleads guilty to sexually assaulting student

A Fairfield dance instructor faces up to two years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a 13-year-old student. John Sadowski , 26, of Euclid Avenue, pleaded guilty Wednesday before Superior Court Judge Robert Devlin in Bridgeport to fourth-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to children.

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Fairfield Teen Charged With Narcotics Possession In Westport

Susan Ebel, a 19-year-old Fairfield resident, was charged with possession of narcotics on Monday, Aug. 24, by the Westport Police Department, according to officials. The Westport officers stopped a vehicle on Long Lots Road for an equipment violation, when the police suspected there were narcotics in the vehicle.

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Goodell back in Fairfield, gets involved in Pop Warner practice

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell assists some of the young Fairfield Giants football players with their skills during practice at Sullivan Field in Fairfield, Conn., on Wednesday Aug. 4, 2015. Goodell was on hand to talk to parents, coaches and the kids and to see the progress made on the Heads Up program.

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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell assists some of the young Fairfield Giants football players with their skills during practice at Sullivan Field in Fairfield, Conn., on Wednesday Aug. 4, 2015. Goodell was on hand to talk to parents, coaches and the kids and to see the progress made on the Heads Up program.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Goodell back in Fairfield, gets involved in Pop Warner practice

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell assists some of the young Fairfield Giants football players with their skills during practice at Sullivan Field in Fairfield, Conn., on Wednesday Aug. 4, 2015. Goodell was on hand to talk to parents, coaches and the kids and to see the progress made on the Heads Up program.

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Fairfield police arrest man who stole ribs from grocery store

Fairfield police arrested a man after he stole robs, soda and a flashlight from the Stop & Shop at 760 Villa Ave at 9:15 a.m Tuesday morning. After his theft at the grocery store, Kondrat left in a white car that was spotted by Fairfield police.

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Fairfield Woman Charged With Narcotics Possession In Westport

Susan Ebel, a 19-year-old Fairfield resident, was charged with possession of narcotics on Monday, Aug. 24, by the Westport Police Department, according to officials. The Westport officers stopped a vehicle on Long Lots Road for an equipment violation, when the police suspected there were narcotics in the vehicle.

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East Side barber offers free back-to-school cuts

... estimated he had cut more than 40 pint-sized craniums. He said people were coming from as far as Westport, Fairfield and Stratford for the cuts. "I'm in between jobs right now and this helped out tremendously," said Samuels, with his three young ...

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English trio Kitty, Daisy & Lewis make debut stop at Fairfield...

Kitty, Daisy and Lewis Durham, who go only by their first names on stage, will be playing one of their few U.S. tour stops at the Fairfield Theatre Company on Tuesday, Sept. 1 If you miss them there, they will be at Daryl's House Club in Pawling, N.Y., on Thursday, Sept.

via http://m.ctpost.com/entertainment/article/English-trio-Kitty-Daisy-Lewis-make-debut-stop-6467440.php

English trio Kitty, Daisy & Lewis make debut stop at Fairfield Theatre Company

Kitty, Daisy and Lewis Durham, who go only by their first names on stage, will be playing one of their few U.S. tour stops at the Fairfield Theatre Company on Tuesday, Sept. 1 If you miss them there, they will be at Daryl's House Club in Pawling, N.Y., on Thursday, Sept.

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Fairfield dance instructor pleads to sex charges

A Fairfield dance instructor is facing up to two years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a 13-year-old student. John Sadowski , 26, of Euclid Avenue, Fairfield, pleaded guilty before Superior Court Judge Robert Devlin Wednesday to fourth-degree sexual assault and risk of injury to children.

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Mom Arrested in Undercover Drug Bust with Son, 3, in Tow: Report

Fairfield police say Irisel Dejesus, 29, of Ansonia, tried to buy oxycodone from an undercover officer with her 3-year-old son in tow , according to the Fairfield Citizen. The Citizen reports Dejesus had made arrangements to meet with the undercover officer, who was posing as a drug dealer, in a parking lot on Tuesday afternoon and had $220 with her for the pills.

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Fairfield Dance Instructor Enters Plea in Sexual Assault Case with Student, 13

Fairfield dance instructor John Sadowski, 26, pleaded guilty Wednesday to sexually assaulting a 13-year-old female student he had taught since she was 5 years old, according to the Connecticut Post. Daniel Tepfer of the Post reports Sadowski, of Euclid Avenue in Fairfield, faces up to two years in prison when he is sentenced on Nov. 6. The victim's mother saw an inappropriate text from Sadowski on her daughter's cell phone and called police, who seized the phone and later discovered 500 texts between Sadowski and the girl, according to the Post.

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Driver chased into Fairfield, triggering 3-car crash, may have been on drugs

A Hartford woman who led Trumbull police on a pursuit Tuesday that ended in a three-car crash on Congress Street in Fairfield, allegedly told police she may have been high on crack at the time. Blessing Smith, 23, was a suspect in a shoplifting incident at the Trumbull Mall, and when Trumbull police arrived at the mall, Smith refused to get out of her car, according to the report.

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Cops: Suspect injures officer, crashes car

... several police vehicles with lights and sirens ordering her to stop, Scinto said. The chase continued into Fairfield where the suspect crashed into another vehicle on Congress Street, causing it to flip over and injuring the driver, the spokesman ...

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Police activity halts I-95 traffic

... nt at this time, but it is believed that both state and town police apprehended an alleged shoplifter fleeing from Fairfield, according to WestportNow .

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Cops: Fleeing suspect injures officer, crashes car

... several police vehicles with lights and sirens ordering her to stop, Scinto said. The chase continued into Fairfield where the suspect crashed into another vehicle on Congress Street, causing it to flip over and injuring the driver, the spokesman ...

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Global Lyme Alliance Names Fairfield Resident as New CEO

Global Lyme Alliance , the nation's leading Lyme and tick-borne disease nonprofit dedicated to research and education, has announced that Peter Willner has been named Chief Executive Officer of the Greenwich-based agency. Willner, a Fairfield resident, has more than 30 years of experience in top management positions in the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors.

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Peter G. Plante III, 67; Retired CT State Police Lieutenant, U.S. Army Veteran

Calling hours for the Mansfield Center resident will be held on Thursday, Aug. 27 with a memorial service scheduled for Friday, Aug. 28. He graduated from Notre Dame Catholic High School in Fairfield. He attended the University of Connecticut where he was a wide receiver for the Uconn Huskies Football team.

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Malloy Confirms Talks With GE To Keep Company In Fairfield

Gov. Dannel Malloy confirmed that his administration is in talks to keep General Electric from moving its world headquarters out of Fairfield, according to NBC Connecticut . GE threatened to move out of state - and is rumored to be looking at New York, Georgia and Texas among others - after the Connecticut General Assembly this spring approved a two-year budget with tax increases for multi-national corporations in 2017.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/business/malloy-confirms-talks-with-ge-to-keep-company-in-fairfield/585757/

Suspected Shoplifter Arrested on I-95

Westport and state police today joined forces to arrest a suspected shoplifter from Fairfield whose apprehension on I-95 in Westport snarled southbound traffic. At least one Westport police cruiser suffered damage as police followed and then boxed in the suspect's vehicle near exit 17, according to reports from the scene.

via http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/suspected_shoplifter_arrested_on_i-95/

Reimagining wooden furnishings by celebrating the living thing in its natural form

... their tiny homes in the forest, we think they'd be Laura Spector fans. The artist scours the woods beyond her Fairfield, Conn., home for particularly fetching specimens of Oriental bittersweet vine, a sturdy, twisting and highly invasive species. ...

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New York Times Best Selling Author to Visit Fairfield

It's new release Tuesday! And look who's featured! Yes, the one, the only, KRISTAN HIGGINS. Meet the lady herself, September 15, 7 PM. In the meantime, you know where to find her latest IF YOU ONLY KNEW. (and check her out on Kristan Higgins Books!

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/new-york-times-best-selling-author-visit-fairfield-0?

Swimming banned at Indian Well

Xaviel Saez, 5, of Fairfield, unwinds in the Housatonic River Tuesday, May 27, 2014, while spending the afternoon with his family at Indian Well State Park in Shelton, Conn. Photo: Autumn Driscoll / Autumn Driscoll Sandy Garahan, of Naugatuck, kayaks in the Housatonic River off of Indian Well State Park in Shelton Wednesday, July 3, 2013.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Swimming-banned-at-Indian-Wells-6466222.php

Fairfield County Founders Of E.A.T. Share Back-To-School Food Allergy Tips

... one in 13 children has a food allergy. A chance meeting at a local support group got Stamford mom Kim Hall and Fairfield mom Elise Bates talking. Both moms not only deal with their child's food allergies on a daily basis, but are determined to find ...

via http://westport.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/fairfield-county-founders-of-eat-share-back-to-school-food-allergy-tips/559068/

Swimming banned at Indian Well

Xaviel Saez, 5, of Fairfield, unwinds in the Housatonic River Tuesday, May 27, 2014, while spending the afternoon with his family at Indian Well State Park in Shelton, Conn. Sandy Garahan, of Naugatuck, kayaks in the Housatonic River off of Indian Well State Park in Shelton Wednesday, July 3, 2013.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Swimming-banned-at-Indian-Wells-6466222.php

Narcotics charge filed after Long Lots traffic stop

Susan Ebel, 19, of Fairfield, was charged with possession of narcotics and possession of drug paraphernalia after a traffic stop. Photo: Westport Police Department / Westport Police Department Ebel was stopped on Long Lots Road around 7 p.m. Monday, police said, and as the officer questioned the car's occupants, he detected an odor of what he suspected to be narcotics, according to the report.

via http://www.westport-news.com/news/article/Narcotics-charge-filed-after-Long-Lots-traffic-6466114.php

MBA Students Assist Fairfield With Strategies To Increase Business

Five graduating master's of business administration students from Sacred Heart University's Jack Welch College of Business recently met with Town of Fairfield officials to present their capstone project: a retail market assessment of downtown Fairfield. The purpose of the study was to understand key market drivers, to help the existing retail base and to identify opportunities for recruitment of complimentary retail businesses, according to a press release.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/business/mba-students-assist-fairfield-with-strategies-to-increase-business/410776/

Fairfield's Higgins Group Adds Viscuso To Add Presence On State Shoreline

... the PR-agency lifestyle has allowed me to swiftly transition into a producing realtor." Viscuso works out of the Fairfield and Shelton offices, and is a member of the Connecticut statewide MLS as well as the Greater Fairfield County MLS, which ...

via http://westport.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/fairfields-higgins-group-adds-viscuso-to-add-presence-on-state-shoreline/585294/

Fairfield Giants Open 2015 Season

Fairfield Giants Go 5-0-1 In 2015 Sullivan Bowl JR MIDGETS FAIRFIELD 12 SEYMOUR 0 The Fairfield Giants Jr. Midgets kicked off the 2015 season in a Sunday showdown vs. the Seymour Tigers. The pre-season jitters showed from both teams in the opening series but on 3rd and long Andrew Loya hit tight end Charlie Wilcox on a 67 yard touchdown pass right up the left sideline.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-giants-open-2015-season-0?

Vanessa Carlton at FTC StageOne

... in the past. There are hints of mentor Stevie Nicks's delivery style." - Slant Magazine Vanessa will be playing Fairfield Theatre Company StageOne in downtown Fairfield on Tuesday, December 8th at 7:45 (doors at 7:00). Tickets are available at $35 ...

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Tuesday, August 25, 2015

Trumbull Pursuit Enters Fairfield, Driver Causes Multi-Car Crash: Police

... A 23-year-old Hartford woman was taken into custody by the Trumbull Police Department after a pursuit entered Fairfield and the operator lost control of her vehicle and caused a multi-car crash on Tuesday afternoon. The suspect, who wasn't ...

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Police: Woman hit officer with car, crashed after chase

Police say a woman caused a car crash after striking an officer with the car and then leading officers on a chase from Trumbull to Fairfield. Police say a woman caused a car crash after striking an officer with the car and then leading officers on a chase from Trumbull to Fairfield.

via http://connecticut.news12.com/news/police-woman-hit-officer-with-car-crashed-after-chase-1.10774098

Paulina Eaton, 69, Formerly Of Fairfield

... and Everest College in Chesapeake, Va. She went to work in New York City, where she met her husband. They lived in Fairfield, Conn., with their children. Most recently, she worked at the UPS Center in Norfolk. She is survived by her children, ...

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/paulina-eaton-69-formerly-of-fairfield/585424/

Woman Accused of Hitting, Biting Estranged Husband

The man is also accused of putting the woman in a headlock during a fight inside a parked car in Fairfield. A Bridgeport woman is accused of striking her estranged husband in the face and head and also biting him when he allegedly put her in a headlock during a dispute Sunday afternoon, according to the Fairfield Minuteman.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/woman-accused-hitting-biting-estranged-husband-0?

Fairfield Police: Bar Employee Greeted By Ex-Boyfriend's Screaming Mother

When one bar employee arrived at work, she was greeted by her ex-boyfriend's mother, who began screaming at her, Fairfield police said. The bar employee didn't remember what the mother said because she was so frightened by the encounter, police said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fairfield-police-bar-employee-greeted-by-ex-boyfriends-screaming-mother/585410/

Fairfield Police: Kohl's Shoplifter Outruns Officers, K-9

A man his in 40s ran from police Monday morning after stealing nearly $900 worth of merchandise from Kohl's at 290 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield police said. The suspect eluded officers, who used a police canine in an attempt to track down the man, police said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fairfield-police-kohls-shoplifter-outruns-officers-k-9/585401/

GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. Announces Opening of New Office in Trumbull CT

TRUMBULL CT AND NORWOOD MA GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc., a leading geotechnical and environmental consulting firm, announces the opening of a new office at 35 Nutmeg Drive, Suite 325 in Trumbull CT. The Trumbull office will be the culmination of the merger between the staff of Heller and Johnsen of Stratford, CT, which joined GZA in April of this year, and the GZA Fairfield CT office.

via http://news.thomasnet.com/companystory/gza-geoenvironmental-inc-announces-opening-of-new-office-in-trumbull-ct-20047837

Fall Welcome Day and Move-In is Almost Here for Fairfield University

... l Welcome, which occurs August 30-August 31, 2015, allows first-year students to reconnect with each other and the Fairfield community before classes begin.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fall-welcome-day-move-almost-here-fairfield-university-0?

We're experiencing the warmest August on record

Caroline DiGiulio, 10, left, and her friend Sara Gontowski, 10, both of Fairfield, play in the water while at Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 18, 2015. Beach closings have increased in the past five years, with Jennings Beach closing more often than others along the coastline.

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NWS: So far, it's the warmest August on record

Caroline DiGiulio, 10, left, and her friend Sara Gontowski, 10, both of Fairfield, play in the water while at Jennings Beach in Fairfield, Conn., on Tuesday Aug. 18, 2015. Beach closings have increased in the past five years, with Jennings Beach closing more often than others along the coastline.

via http://m.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/NWS-So-far-it-s-the-warmest-August-on-record-6463746.php

Fairfield Nonprofits, Businesses Benefit From Neighborhood Assistance Act

First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced that the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services has approved eight programs submitted by the Town of Fairfield for inclusion in the 2015 Neighborhood Assistance Act program. The Neighborhood Assistance Act program is designed to provide funding to state-approved community programs conducted by municipal agencies or community nonprofit organizations.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/news/fairfield-nonprofits-businesses-benefit-from-neighborhood-assistance-act/478161/

Avnet Upgrades Development Kit for Motor Control and Industrial Networking

... events. Register today and join us at Philadelphia's premier industry showcase! Tracey Schelmetic graduated from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. and began her long career as a technology and science writer and editor at Appleton & Lange, ...

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Richard E. Johnson, 85, Of Bridgeport

He is survived by Shirley Stukins Johnson, his wife of 63 years; his children: Jeffrey, and his wife, Ann, of Palos Verdes Estates, Calif., Kaye Liburdi, and her husband, Ottavio, of Monroe, and Mark, and his wife, Amy, of Fairfield; six grandchildren: Matthew and Carley Johnson, Julia and Kristen Liburdi, and Jack and Henry Johnson; and his brother, David M. Johnson, and his wife, Marilyn, of Madison, Wis. Born in Madison to Siphord and Helen Strommen Johnson, he graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1951 and went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

via http://weston.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/richard-e-johnson-85-formerly-of-weston/585254/

FairfieldA' U's Kendra Landy Loves Hoops, Moves From Soccer To Hard Court

Kendra Landy, an incoming Fairfield University freshman, has finally chosen a sport to focus on, after having given them all a try, including soccer, gymnastics, swimming, track, softball and basketball. "I get bored easily so it's nice to have something to do," Landy said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/sports/fairfield-us-kendra-landy-loves-hoops-moves-from-soccer-to-hard-court/423925/

Monday, August 24, 2015

Fairfield Man Charged with Pushing Wife Out of Chair, Threatening Her

A Fairfield man is accused of pushing his wife out of a chair , waving a hunting knife at her and threatening to burn down the house during an argument, according to the Fairfield Citizen.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-man-charged-pushing-wife-out-chair-threatening-her-0?

Jane O'Connor, 55, Of Fairfield

... friends. She is survived by her children, Meri Kathryn O'Connor of New York City, and Charles James O'Connor of Fairfield; her mother, Louise Narkevics Kranyik of Fairfield; a sister and brother-in-law of Fairfield; two aunts of Fairfield and ...

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/jane-oconnor-55-of-fairfield/585252/

Malloy confirms talks with GE about HQ

A bidding war for GE's corporate base of operations has broken out between Connecticut and several other states this summer, with rival governors trying to seize on the conglomerate's displeasure with the business tax climate in its home state and the state budget. General Electric's corporate headquarters on Easton Turnpike in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Malloy-confirms-face-to-face-talks-with-GE-about-6462178.php

Witness leads cops to burglary suspect

Pharaoh Eaton, 20, of Fairfield, has been charged with criminal attempt at third-degree burglary in connection with a number of burglaries that have taken place near the University of Bridgeport, Conn. Police had increased patrols around the campus following an uptick in robbery and thefts from vehicles in that area during past three weeks, said Kevin Coughlin , the public safety spokesman.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Witness-leads-police-to-burglary-suspect-6462144.php

Man arrested in connection with Bridgeport burglaries

Bridgeport police have arrested a Fairfield man in connection with a number of burglaries that have taken place near the University of Bridgeport. Pharaoh Eaton, 20, was arrested after a witness reported seeing him checking car door handles and peering into vehicles with a flashlight on Atlantic Street near Lafayette Street.

via http://wtnh.com/2015/08/24/man-arrested-in-connection-with-bridgeport-burglaries/

Fairfield Police: Woman Leaves Purse, Loses Wallet In ShopRite Parking Lot

A woman who left her purse in a shopping cart at ShopRite on Black Rock Turnpike in Fairfield recovered her purse from a nearby store, but her wallet, which she had put inside the purse, was gone, police said. The woman realized she had forgotten her purse and returned to the parking lot, police said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fairfield-police-woman-leaves-purse-loses-wallet-in-shoprite-parking-lot/585266/

Fairfield Police: Man Stole Tools, Battery Out Of Parked Car

A Bridgeport man was caught taking tools and a battery out of a car parked at the commuter lot on Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield police said. The car owner returned to find a man in a red shirt taking items out of his car, police said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fairfield-police-man-stole-tools-battery-out-of-parked-car/585241/

Police: Fairfield Woman Reports $3K Worth Of Jewelry Missing

A Llyod Place resident returned home Saturday to find a brown box out of place in her bedroom, Fairfield police said. When she looked around her room, she noticed that lots of her jewelry - mainly costume jewelry - was missing, police said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/police-fairfield-woman-reports-3k-worth-of-jewelry-missing/585240/

Senate Minority Leader Raises Questions About Deal To Keep GE In Fairfield

Connecticut Senate Minority Leader Len Fasano is raising questions about why the State of Connecticut is preparing a taxpayer-funded counter-offer to try to keep General Electric in Fairfield when Democrat legislative leaders have stated the state budget will not be detrimental to GE. "According to news reports, this counter-offer from state government will be laden with economic incentives which have not been disclosed," said Fasano .

via http://westport.dailyvoice.com/business/senate-minority-leader-raises-questions-on-deal-to-keep-ge-in-connecticut/585261/

Malloy Makes Pitch to Keep GE in Fairfield

In an attempt to fend off competition from other states trying to lure General Electric out of its Fairfield headquarters, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said he has met with GE officials about staying in Connecticut. The CT Mirror reports Malloy told a group of reporters Monday in Hartford that his administration proposed specific assistance to keep GE in Fairfield.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/malloy-makes-pitch-keep-ge-fairfield-0?

Malloy confirms face-to-face talks with GE about moving HQ

A bidding war for GE's corporate base of operations has broken out between Connecticut and several other states this summer, with rival governors trying to seize on the conglomerate's displeasure with the business tax climate in its home state and the state budget. General Electric's corporate headquarters on Easton Turnpike in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Malloy-confirms-face-to-face-talks-with-GE-about-6462178.php

The new life, marriage and two children of the honeymoon widow ten...

... Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research in New York City as the major gifts officer, before moving to Fairfield, Connecticut according to an interview she gave to Fairfield Living . In that interview she was promoting her work with Near & ...

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Witness leads police to burglary suspect

Pharaoh Eaton, 20, of Fairfield, has been charged with criminal attempt at third-degree burglary in connection with a number of burglaries that have taken place near the University of Bridgeport, Conn. Police had increased patrols around the campus following an uptick in robbery and thefts from vehicles in that area during past three weeks, said Kevin Coughlin , the public safety spokesman.

via http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Witness-leads-police-to-burglary-suspect-6462144.php

Malloy confirms face-to-face talks with GE

A bidding war for GE's corporate base of operations has broken out between Connecticut and several other states this summer, with rival governors trying to seize on the conglomerate's displeasure with the business tax climate in its home state and the state budget. General Electric's corporate headquarters on Easton Turnpike in Fairfield, Conn.

via http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Malloy-confirms-face-to-face-talks-with-GE-about-6462178.php

Fairfield to Hold Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday

Fairfield will hold its annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, Aug. 29 at Veterans Park on Reef Road from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Since May 1990, the towns and cities which are members of HazWaste Central have disposed of and recycled more than 1,000,000 gallons of hazardous waste. On Saturday August 29, 2015, the Town of Fairfield will need volunteers from 8:30 am to 11:30 am and from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-hold-hazardous-waste-collection-saturday-0?

Cops: Bridgeport man stole battery from car in Fairfield commuter lot

A 43-year-old man was arrested at state Superior Court in Bridgeport last Friday, charged with stealing a car battery and a bucket of tools from a vehicle parked in a local commuter parking lot. Stephen M. Carroll of Colony Street in Bridgeport, was charged with third-degree burglary, sixth-degree larceny and second-degree criminal mischief.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Cops-Man-stole-battery-tools-from-car-in-6462136.php

Fairfield Health Department Household Hazardous Waste Collection

Househould Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday, August 29 9am - 2pm Veterans Park The Town of Fairfield will be having its Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday August 29 2015 at Veterans Park from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Please visit our Hazardous Waste Collection web page for a list of acceptable materials. Since May 1990, the Towns and Cities who are members of HazWaste Central have disposed of and recycled more than 1,000,000 gallons of Hazardous Waste.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-health-department-household-hazardous-waste-collection-0?

On the market: Elegant mansion overlooks Southport Harbor

... lifestyle in the Regency-style Colonial white brick residence at 402 Sasco Hill Road in the Southport section of Fairfield. Designed by locally noted architect Cameron Clark and built in 1934, the 7,165-square-foot house has views of Southport ...

via http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/On-the-market-Elegant-mansion-overlooks-6457858.php

Two units damaged in apartment fire in Fairfield

According to officials, first responders arrived to the scene shortly before 3 after receiving a report of a fire alarm at 130 Fairchild Avenue. Prior to arrival, firefighters were told there was a fire in one of the complex's kitchens.

via http://wtnh.com/2015/08/24/two-units-damaged-in-apartment-fire-in-fairfield/

Letters: The Giant Steps debate, pro and con

... will do to keep programs out of "Their Neighborhood." I can't believe this attitude still exists. I have lived in Fairfield my whole life, this is my hometown as well, a town that has always taken pride in education, growth and opportunity. Almost ...

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Letters: The Giant Steps debate, pro and con

... will do to keep programs out of "Their Neighborhood." I can't believe this attitude still exists. I have lived in Fairfield my whole life, this is my hometown as well, a town that has always taken pride in education, growth and opportunity. Almost ...

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Letters-The-Giant-Steps-debate-pro-and-con-6461603.php

Letters: The Giant Steps debate, pro and con

... will do to keep programs out of "Their Neighborhood." I can't believe this attitude still exists. I have lived in Fairfield my whole life, this is my hometown as well, a town that has always taken pride in education, growth and opportunity. Almost ...

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Matt Vivona of Fairfield fishes with his daughter, Mia, 7, and son, Matt, 11, at Fairfield PAL's Blues Fishing Derby on Saturday afternoon at South Benson Marina. Photo: Mike Lauterborn / For Hearst Connecticut Media Police Lt.

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Something fishy - and fun - at PAL contest

Matt Vivona of Fairfield fishes with his daughter, Mia, 7, and son, Matt, 11, at Fairfield PAL's Blues Fishing Derby on Saturday afternoon at South Benson Marina. Police Lt.

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Global Lyme Alliance Names Fairfield's Peter Willner As CEO

Fairfield resident Peter Willner had been named chief executive officer of the Greenwich-based Global Lyme Alliance, according to the nonprofit organization. Willner brings decades of experience in the nonprofit and philanthropic fields to the alliance's fight against tick-borne diseases, the organization said.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/global-lyme-alliance-names-fairfields-peter-willner-as-ceo/556648/

Near & Far Aid Supports Free Clinics Of Stamford-Based AmeriCares

Fairfield-based Near & Far Aid has awarded a $20,000 grant to the AmeriCares Free Clinics in Bridgeport and Norwalk to support health care programs for low-income Fairfield County residents without health insurance. The grant will defray operating expenses for both the Weisman AmeriCares Free Clinic, 115 Highland Ave., Bridgeport, and the Bob Macauley AmeriCares Free Clinic, 98 S. Main St., Norwalk.

via http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/news/near-far-aid-supports-americares-free-clinic-in-norwalk/553945/

Fairfield Theatre Company Welcomes Emerging British Act To StageOne.

The Fairfield Theatre Company welcomes the next emerging artist from across the pond, Kitty, Daisy & Lewis, who will bestow their incredible talent upon Fairfield County on Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the intimate StageOne venue.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/events/fairfield-theatre-company-welcomes-emerging-british-act-to-stageone/421863/

Sunday, August 23, 2015

Fairfield Firefights Respond To Fairchild Appartment Fire

Fairfield firefighters have contained a kitchen fire at 130 Fairchild Ave. in Fairfield, thanks, in part to the apartment's sprinkler system. Fairfield Engine 2 arrived first and reported heavy smoke on the second floor of the 54-unit apartment building and a smoke condition on the third floor.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/news/fairfield-firefights-respond-to-fairchild-appartment-fire/585207/

New programs help keep children healthy

... of San Francisco . Photo: Brant Ward, The Chronicle Rose Anya, 9, rushes off the bus to greet Molly Farrell, of Fairfield, after arriving at Roger Ludlowe Middle School in Fairfield, Conn., on Saturday July 11, 2015. Also there to greet Anya are ...

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New programs help keep children healthy

... according to the Children's Council of San Francisco . Rose Anya, 9, rushes off the bus to greet Molly Farrell, of Fairfield, after arriving at Roger Ludlowe Middle School in Fairfield, Conn., on Saturday July 11, 2015. Also there to greet Anya are ...

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Minor injury in Fairfield apartment blaze

Two units in the Fairchild Apartments were damaged and their occupants were left without homes Sunday after a stove fire sent heavy smoke throughout the complex. Fire officials said the incident was reported at about 2:48 p.m. in the 54-unit complex, located at 130 Fairchild Avenue.

via http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Minor-injury-in-Fairfield-apartment-blaze-6460887.php

Former tennis player James Blake to run NYC Marathon

... hoping I can get close to her time. She absolutely killed it." Once ranked No. 4 in the world, Blake grew up in Fairfield, Conn and played tennis at Harvard before joining the pro tour, renowned for his speed and his fierce, flat forehand. He is ...

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Latest Fairfield property transfers: $960K Lee Drive sale

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Saturday, August 22, 2015

Fairfield drivers sought for elders' rides service

ITNCoastalCT, or Independent Transportation Network, provides door-to-door rides in six Fairfield County communities, including Fairfield, as well as Westport, Weston and Norwalk - where volunteers are also sought. The program also operates in Easton and Wilton.

via http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Fairfield-drivers-sought-for-elders-rides-6459312.php

Motorcycle Ride Benefits Fight Against Child Abuse In Fairfield

At the Ride Against Child Abuse in May, motorcyclists raised $5,899 for The Center for Family Justice, which works to end domestic and sexual violence and child abuse in Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford and Trumbull.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/motorcycle-ride-benefits-fight-against-child-abuse-bridgeport

AAA Relocates Westport Office To New Spot In Norwalk

AAA Northeast recently announced an expansion of services to Fairfield County members with the opening of full-service branches in Norwalk and Fairfield. "AAA's long-range planning calls for us to actively look for and open offices near to where our members live," said Rick Del Nero, AAA Northeast vice president of branch operations, in a press release.

via http://wilton.dailyvoice.com/business/aaa-opens-new-branch-office-norwalk

Friday, August 21, 2015

Norman/My Turn: Interjecting self interests

... design. It was designed to prevent more Stop & Shop boxes. The zoning lawsuit filed by local homeowners against a Fairfield, Conn., developer and the Greenfield Planning Board has been in the courts for more than four years. The case thus far has ...

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Wild ride for Conn. stocks Friday

... opportunistically amid sudden angst for the outlook of China's economy and by extension global commerce. Shares of Fairfield-based General Electric ( NYSE : GE) were off more than 2 percent to $24.60 at the closing bell Friday, dropping the issue ...

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Wild ride for Conn. stocks Friday

... opportunistically amid sudden angst for the outlook of China's economy and by extension global commerce. Shares of Fairfield-based General Electric ( NYSE : GE) were off more than 2 percent to $24.60 at the closing bell Friday, dropping the issue ...

via http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Wild-ride-for-Conn-stocks-Friday-6458498.php

In Connecticut, smallest "factories" see least attrition

... largest, to ASML's semiconductor equipment production site in Wilton, to Bigelow Tea's headquarters facility in Fairfield-technically a manufacturing plant by virtue of bagging and boxing tea there that is shipped in from the company plantation in ...

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GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc. Announces Opening of New Office in Trumbull CT

Aug. 21, 2015 - PRLog -- GZA GeoEnvironmental, Inc., a leading geotechnical and environmental consulting firm, announces the opening of a new office at 35 Nutmeg Drive, Suite 325 in Trumbull CT. The Trumbull office will be the culmination of the merger between the staff of Heller and Johnsen of Stratford, CT, which joined GZA in April of this year, and the GZA Fairfield CT office.

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Fairfield First Selectman To Go On TV To Talk GE

Mike Tetreau will appear on a Sunday morning show to give the latest updates on GE's status in Fairfield. Fairfield First Selectman Mike Tetreau will hit the airwaves for the latest updates on the GE situation when he appears on WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News' "Face the State" on Sunday morning.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-first-selectman-go-tv-talk-ge-0?

More States Try To Woo GE; Penfield Pavilion Project Updates; Nail Salon Shut Down

Mike Tetreau will appear on a Sunday morning show to give the latest updates on GE's status in Fairfield. We'll let you know which day the sun is now expected to make an appearance and the latest details on this weekend's forecast.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/more-states-try-woo-ge-penfield-pavilion-project-updates-nail-salon-shut-dow-0?

Fairfield Fire Fighters Hold Pancake Fundraiser

How about some "Pancakes for Dinner"? Come join us at Chip's family restaurant in Fairfield on October 27th for a great event. Proceed to benefit the FFFCF and our causes throughout the year.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-fire-fighters-hold-pancake-fundraiser-0?

Fairfield First Selectman Tetreau Discusses GE On WFSB

FAIRFIELD, CONN. First Selectman Mike Tetreau will appear on Eyewitness News' "Face the State" on Sunday, to talk about the General Electric Corp. situation and its potential impact on Fairfield.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/news/fairfield-first-selectman-tetreau-discusses-ge-wfsb

CT Mirror: Malloy administration negotiating to keep GE in state?

... already here as well as attract new ones," the department wrote. In an article Wednesday, the Post reported that Fairfield First Selectman Michael Tetreau said the administration was preparing an aggressive offer to GE in response to a visit New ...

via http://www.theday.com/local/20150821/ct-mirror-malloy-administration-negotiating-to-keep-ge-in-state

This Weekend's Open Houses in Fairfield

Republican State Sen. Tony Hwang and Reps. Brenda Kupchick and Laura Devlin hosted a Pizza and Politics constituent event in Southport. We'll let you know what days the unsettled weather is possible for, and how next weekend's forecast is looking.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/weekends-open-houses-fairfield-2?

Times Square pedestrian plaza future -- Cuomo's Ge pitch -- Alicia Glen reacts to Lic megaproject

... to say he put "a lot of love" on the table. POLITICO New York first reported on Tuesday that Cuomo traveled to Fairfield, Connecticut, on July 30 to make a personal pitch to GE executives. A team from Georgia reportedly made a presentation that week ...

via http://www.politico.com/newyorkplaybook/0815/newyorkplaybook19710.html

Accident on SB Merritt Parkway

An accident in the southbound lanes of the Merritt Parkway between Exits 44 in Fairfield and 42 in Westport caused major traffic tie-ups Friday morning. The crash shut down the right lane; traffic is backed up into Fairfield.

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Accident-on-SB-Merritt-Parkway-6457277.php

Corporate America Saves $3 Trillion by Putting Retirees on Obamacare

NEW YORK -- Corporate America stands to save trillions of dollars by pushing workers and retirees off company-sponsored health plans onto less costly insurance exchanges, and household names from General Electric GE alone reported saving $3.3 billion by moving retired production workers to a private exchange, where they will join salaried retirees, according to a quarterly filing last month. The Fairfield, Conn.-based company had already reported $832 million in savings on retiree health benefits in 2012 and $586 million in 2014.

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Pharmacy Tech From Fairfield Faces Drug Theft Charges

A pharmacy technician is facing larceny and drug charges in connection with the theft of $5,000 worth of prescription medications from the CVS pharmacy on Hope Street in the Springdale neighborhood of Stamford. On Wednesday, Anna Ambrus, 36, of Old Elm Road, Fairfield, was arrested on charges of third-degree larceny, illegal possession of narcotics and obtaining drugs illegally, according to The Advocate .

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/pharmacy-tech-fairfield-faces-drug-theft-charges-0?

Four-car crash backs up traffic on Merritt

There is an accident in the southbound lanes of the Merritt Parkway between Exits 44 in Fairfield and 42 in Westport.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Accident-on-SB-Merritt-Parkway-6457277.php

Morning Joe' Scarborough in Fairfield: GE may flee over state tax policies

Joe Scarborough, conservative host of MSNBC's Morning Joe and New Canaan resident, takes part in a forum with politicians and guests at Fairfield University's Gonzaga Hall in Fairfield, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 19, 2015. The forum, kicks off "The Shirt Off My Back" state-wide tour, and was sponsored by the conservative group Yankee Institute for Public Policy, based in Hartford.

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Morning-Joe-Scarborough-in-Fairfield-GE-6457207.php

Morning Joe' Scarborough in Fairfield: GE may flee over state tax policies

Joe Scarborough, conservative host of MSNBC's Morning Joe and New Canaan resident, takes part in a forum with politicians and guests at Fairfield University's Gonzaga Hall in Fairfield, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 19, 2015. The forum, kicks off "The Shirt Off My Back" state-wide tour, and was sponsored by the conservative group Yankee Institute for Public Policy, based in Hartford.

via http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Morning-Joe-Scarborough-in-Fairfield-GE-6457207.php

A Father's Journal: Killing himself to avoid being - Dead Last'

... wondering why I was here. My wife and friends knew a team who needed a kayaker. I normally kayak leisurely around Fairfield area marshes. If I get tired I stop put down my paddle and since I have a large open kayak, I have been known to even take a ...

via http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/A-Father-s-Journal-Killing-himself-to-avoid-6457210.php

SHU Band Director Makes Musical Mission Trip To Haiti

Keith Johnston, director of bands at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, recently joined music professors from across the United States and a half-dozen countries to teach music to some of Haiti's most talented young musicians. Johnston traveled to Haiti, the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, on a 10-day musical mission to teach at the Holy Trinity School of Music's Summer Music Camp.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/schools/shu-band-director-makes-musical-mission-trip-haiti

Pharmacy worker charged with stealing perscription meds

A pharmacy technician at a Stamford CVS has been arrested for allegedly stealing $5,000 worth of prescription medications, including narcotics, from her employer. Anna Ambrus , 36, of Old Elm Road, Fairfield, was charged Wednesday with third-degree larceny, illegal possession of narcotics and obtaining drugs illegally.

via http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Pharmacy-worker-charged-with-stealing-6456768.php

Thursday, August 20, 2015

Scarborough: Conn. in 'imminent danger'

Joe Scarborough, conservative host of MSNBC's Morning Joe and New Canaan resident, takes part in a forum with local politicians at Fairfield University's Gonzaga Hall in Fairfield, Conn., on Thursday Aug. 19, 2015. The forum, kicks off "The Shirt Off My Back" state-wide tour, and was sponsored by the conservative group Yankee Institute for Public Policy, based in Hartford.

via http://m.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/MSNBC-host-Joe-Scarborough-will-lead-tax-forum-6454977.php

GE to Build its Largest Battery Storage System in California

... to provide load balancing, frequency regulation and other services to local utility Imperial Irrigation District, Fairfield, Connecticut-based GE said in a statement Thursday. This is GE's third deal this year for its lithium-ion storage system. It ...

via http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-NTEF1CSYF01S01-7UFAP3VPQMSCJF73I9C8DB7F24

Model Lotto' set for Butler's Fairfield Library fashion show

Models interested in showing the latest fashions by Fairfield designer Jennifer Butler - at her annual show benefiting the Fairfield Public Library - are invited to enter the library's first Model Lotto. Two models will be selected from among the entries to walk the runway at the Sept.

via http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Model-Lotto-set-for-Butler-s-Fairfield-6456097.php

Top media strategist Burke takes professorship at SHU

Katie Levinson Burke, a top political and media strategist on a national scale, has taken a position as executive in residence and professor of communications at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield. A top political and media strategist- whose career has taken her from former U.S. Congressman Chris Shays ' office to a successful gubernatorial campaign and all the way to the White House- has taken a new position to teach Sacred Heart University students about the communications industry.

via http://m.norwalkcitizenonline.com/business/article/Top-media-strategist-Burke-takes-professorship-at-6456416.php

Married artists Robert and Mary Lou Alberetti share their unique

New Fairfield artist Robert Alberetti's cliff landscape, above, is part of a new show at Danbury's @287 Gallery. The exhibit also features works by his wife, artist Mary Lou Alberetti.

via http://m.greenwichcitizen.com/entertainment/article/Married-artists-Robert-and-Mary-Lou-Alberetti-6432068.php

Married artists Robert and Mary Lou Alberetti share their unique

New Fairfield artist Robert Alberetti's cliff landscape, above, is part of a new show at Danbury's @287 Gallery. The exhibit also features works by his wife, artist Mary Lou Alberetti.

via http://www.newstimes.com/entertainment/article/Married-artists-Robert-and-Mary-Lou-Alberetti-6432068.php

GE said to weigh moving Connecticut headquarters to Atlanta

... The discussions signal the seriousness of GE's threat in June to consider shifting its corporate offices out of Fairfield after being based in Connecticut since the 1970s. The maker of locomotives and oilfield equipment said two months ago that tax ...

via http://www.theday.com/business/20150820/ge-said-to-weigh-moving-connecticut-headquarters-to-atlanta

Fairfield Woman Charged With Stealing Prescription Meds In Stamford

STAMFORD, Conn., -- A pharmacy technician stole about $5,000 in prescriptions from a Stamford CVS over a period of a year, Stamford Police said. Anna Ambrus, 36, of 56 Old Elm Road, Fairfield, was charged Wednesday with one count each of third-degree larceny, illegal possession of narcotics and obtaining drugs illegally.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/cvs-pharmacy-tech-stole-5000-prescription-medicines-stamford-cops-say

GE Announces Plan to Build Battery Storage System

... balancing, according to General Electric. GE, a diversified infrastructure and financial services company based in Fairfield, Conn., estimates the project will start in early 2016. Separately, TheStreet Ratings team rates GENERAL ELECTRIC CO as a ...

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Making Debut at Farmers Market

B.Good, whose motto is "real food fast," made its debut today at the Westport Farmers Market. The restaurant opens Aug. 29 in Fairfield at 1460 Post Road, its third location in Connecticut after Glastonbury and Canaan.

via http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/54980/

Latest Job Openings In Fairfield

This position is responsible for assisting the Store Manager with the operations of the store. May directly manage the Department Manager, the Shipping/ Receiving Supervisor, and...

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Report: GE Considering Atlanta for New Headquarters

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy reportedly is preparing an aggressive counter offer as several states are trying to lure GE out of Fairfield. While there have been reports of various governors visiting town in an attempt to lure General Electric out of its Fairfield headquarters, Bloomberg is reporting a specific potential landing spot in Atlanta.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/report-ge-considering-atlanta-new-headquarters-0?

Woman Driving Drunk at 107 MPH; Motorcyclist Injured in Accident; Top CT High Schools

The CLA serves Danbury, Brookfield, New Milford, Sherman and New Fairfield and recently closed several town beaches due to algae blooms.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/danbury/woman-driving-drunk-107-mph-motorcyclist-injured-accident-top-ct-high-schools-0?

Bloomberg: GE may meet with Tishman Speyer, developer of 30-story Buckhead tower

... economic development officials. Atlanta Business Chronicle reported Aug. 7 those talks took place in late July in Fairfield, Conn., and involved GE's committee investigating its options to relocate. Tishman Speyer executives in Atlanta have not been ...

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Bloomberg: GE eyes Atlanta building for HQ

GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt chats at a September 2011 forum with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. On August 19, 2015, Bloomberg reported Fairfield-based GE is considering Atlanta as its new headquarters, with Dallas also in the mix.

via http://m.newstimes.com/business/article/Bloomberg-GE-eyes-Atlanta-building-for-HQ-6455067.php

Bloomberg: GE eyes Atlanta building for HQ

GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt chats at a September 2011 forum with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. On August 19, 2015, Bloomberg reported Fairfield-based GE is considering Atlanta as its new headquarters, with Dallas also in the mix.

via http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Bloomberg-GE-eyes-Atlanta-building-for-HQ-6455067.php

GE's Death Perk for Immelt Is a $22 Million Life Insurance Benefit

... other provides a $3 million death benefit that's grown 4 percent annually since he first enrolled, according to Fairfield, Connecticut-based GE's most-recent proxy filing . GE, the world's largest maker of jet engines and gas turbines, has spent ...

via http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-08-20/ge-s-death-perk-for-immelt-a-22-million-life-insurance-benefit

Why Are Plastic Film Capacitors Making a Comeback?

... events. Register today and join us at Philadelphia's premier industry showcase! Tracey Schelmetic graduated from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn. and began her long career as a technology and science writer and editor at Appleton & Lange, ...

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First Selectman Michael Tetreau says the administration of Gov. Dannel Malloy is preparing incentives designed to address a threat by General Electric to leave the state and vacate its headquarters on Easton Turnpike. First Selectman Michael Tetreau says Gov. Dannel P. Malloy is preparing an aggressive counter-offer to try to keep General Electric Corp. in Connecticut after New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently visited the company's Fairfield headquarters.

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Tetreau-State-poised-to-offer-GE-incentives-to-6454732.php

Fairfield Police Charge Michael Schroeder With Choking Girlfriend

Fairfield Police arrested Michael Schroeder for allegedly choking and whipping his girlfriend in a bizarre incident at their Shady Hill Road home. Police took Schroeder into custody without incident on Aug. 16, one day after the 30-year-old Fairfield resident allegedly tried to harm himself with a knife and an empty glass beer jug, according to the CT Post .

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fairfield-police-charge-michael-schroeder-choking-girlfriend

Make Lemons Into Lemonade For National Lemonade Day, Fairfield

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. Celebrate a hot summer day with a cold glass of lemonade, Fairfield County National Lemonade Day is Aug. 20, according to the National Day Calendar .

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/make-lemons-lemonade-national-lemonade-day-fairfield

Fairfield U. Alum Derek Needham Leads Ukraine Team To League Championship

Derek Needham, a former Fairfield University star guard, lad his team Khmik to the Ukraine Superleague Basketball Championship with a perfect 36-0 record. "A lot of mental focus had to take place to obtain that record.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/sports/fairfield-u-alum-derek-needham-leads-ukraine-team-league-championship

Fairfield Celebrates 114th Anniversary of Gustave Whitehead's Flight

First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced that the Town of Fairfield is proud to celebrate the 114th anniversary of Gustave Whitehead's 1901 historic first flight in Fairfield and Bridgeport, which took place prior to the 1903 flight of the Wright Brothers in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. In keeping Whitehead's legacy alive, Fairfield resident Andy Kosch displayed a replica of Whitehead's plane on Sherman Green this past weekend.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/news/fairfield-celebrates-114th-anniversary-gustave-whiteheads-flight-0

Fairfield Legislators Meet with Residents Over Pizza

... constituent event at Southport Brewing Company on the Post Road in Southport. Over a slice of pizza and to promote Fairfield small businesses, the three Fairfield legislators entertained questions and concerns from residents in a casual conversation ...

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fairfield-legislators-meet-residents-over-pizza-0?

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

Malloy plays defense as Cuomo preys on GE

... state budget. Gov. Andrew Cuomo in Albany, N.Y., March 28, 2015. Cuomo made a pitch to GE executives July 30 in Fairfield to uproot for Westchester County, N.Y. A bidding war for GE's corporate base of operations has broken out between Connecticut ...

via http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Malloy-plays-defense-as-Cuomo-preys-on-GE-6453578.php

Malloy plays defense as Cuomo preys on GE

General Electric's corporate headquarters on Easton Turnpike in Fairfield, Conn. A bidding war for GE's corporate base of operations has broken out between Connecticut and several other states this summer, with rival governors trying to seize on the conglomerate's displeasure with the business tax climate in its home state and the state budget.

via http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Malloy-plays-defense-as-Cuomo-preys-on-GE-6453578.php

Constance Wells Oesau, 82, Fairfield Native

Constance Wells Oesau, 82, of Fairfield, beloved wife of Harold Oesau, M.D., passed away peacefully in her home Sunday, Aug. 16. Born in Bridgeport, but a Stratford citizen and a graduate of Stratford High School, the daughter of the late Benjamin and Elsie Wells, she lived in Stratford until her marriage in 1955. She spent the next 14 years living and working to assist with her husband's education, living in Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Bridgeport until moving to Fairfield in 1968.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/constance-wells-oesau-82-fairfield-native

Edward F. Carroll, Of Fairfield

Carroll was born in the Bronx, N.Y. to Edward and Mary Carroll, and was a member of the Fairfield Gaelic-American Club and the Knights of Columbus, and volunteered at St. Vincent Medical Center. Carroll is survived by his wife Kathleen , daughter Rita Tarantino and her husband Anthony of Oxford, son Edward M. and his wife Karen of Madison, Wis., son-in-law John Ogden of Monroe; seven grandchildren; sister Agnes Marvin and her husband Gerald, brother John and his wife Lucille, and many nieces and nephews.

via http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/edward-f-carroll-fairfield

FEMA Makes Decision On Penfield Pavilion Project Eligibility

FEMA originally determined Penfield Pavilion was only eligible for repair, but Fairfield argued it should be eligible for full replacement. Fairfield First Selectman Mike Tetreau has been notified by officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency that Penfield Pavilion, which was damaged as a result of Superstorm Sandy, is eligible for full replacement.

via http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/fema-makes-decision-penfield-pavilion-project-eligibility-0?

New chamber orchestra raises for $2K for Fairfield scholarships

Darren Ziller leads the Chamber Orchestra of Fairfield in its inaugural concert at First Church Congregational, which raised money for the Emma Jane von Euler Music Scholarship at the High School Scholarship Foundation of Fairfield. Music lovers from around the region turned out for the first performance of the Chamber Orchestra of Fairfield , a concert that also benefited a scholarship program for young Fairfield musicians.

via http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/New-chamber-orchestra-raises-for-2K-for-6452988.php

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