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Weston Library Closed June 6 & 7 For Construction WESTON, Conn. -- Library patrons will want to know that the Weston Library will be closed to the public on Monday, June 6, and Tuesday, June 7, so the library staff can move to its temporary location in the Community Room due to upcoming construction, according to the Weston Forum. Library officials said the construction is set to begin June 6. Gennarini Construction from Bridgeport will be the general contractors. All operations will be set up in the Community Room and will have normal operating hours throughout the renovation. Because of the construction, about one-fourth of the library's …

by K Reakes

06/04/2016

Schools

Booth Hill Elementary Gets New Principal For New School Year SHELTON, Conn. -- A new principal has been selected for Booth Hill Elementary School in Shelton and will take the helm at the beginning of the next school year, according to the Shelton Herald. Superintendent of Shelton Schools Chris Clouet said that James Zavodjancik was the best fit of the four candidates reviewed for the position. Zavodjancik will replace John Scalice, who is leaving to pursue other opportunities, said the Shelton Herald. Before taking over at Booth Hill, Zavodjancik worked as a housemaster at Shelton High, and held several positions in Milford, including district curric…

by K Reakes

06/04/2016

Police & Fire

Weston Chief, Detective Give First-Graders A Lift To School WESTON Conn. -- Two first-graders got the ride of their lives when Weston Detective Cris Powers and Chief John Troxell drove drove Jameson and Tyler to school in one of the Weston PD's Humvees (HV1). The "Ride To School With The Chief" was a silent auction prize presented at the "Children's Connection" fundraiser. Kari Pesavento, director of Children's Connection said on Facebook that she had a wonderful time this morning with Troxell and Powers. "They graciously offered a 'Ride to School With The Police Chief' for our SoNo Stroll Fundraiser. Clearly the highlight …

by K Reakes

06/04/2016

Schools

Two Sacred Heart Business Students Run Successful Businesses On The Side FAIRFIELD, Conn.—Two students at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield are following their dreams and goals of becoming successful business owners. Alan Ksiazek, 21, owns Twin Tides, an online apparel store, and Graham Welter, 20, co-owns Nantucket Buckets, an online hat store. The two students balance schoolwork, fraternity duties and sports and still make time to manage their businesses. “This has always been a dream of mine,” said Ksiazek, a junior from Chicago majoring in finance. “Ever since I was 13, I wanted to start a business.” When a friend asked if he wanted to get involved wi…

by K Reakes

06/04/2016

Events

Norwalk To Offer Low-Cost Rabies Vaccinations NORWALK, Conn. -- Residents who can't afford, or are in need of rabies shots for their animals can receive low-cost vaccinations during a special event on Sunday, June 5 at the Norwalk Animal Control Division.Norwalk Animal Control and the Norwalk Town Clerk’s Office will hold the 12th annual Low Cost Rabies Clinic from 10 a.m. to noon at the division on South Smith Street. For Norwalk residents and their pets only, the event will offer $20 shots, cash only. Residents may also purchase 2016-17 licenses during the event. Cost for Licenses: neutered/spayed dogs - $8. Un-neutered dogs - $19. …

by K Reakes

06/04/2016

Schools

Davenport Ridge Recognized As Banner School For Positive Behavior STAMFORD, Conn. -- Davenport Ridge Elementary School was named a Banner School by the State Education Resource Center, Stamford Public Schools announced Friday. Davenport Ridge is one of only six schools statewide recognized with this award for 2015-16. The award is part of the Connecticut Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports Model Schools Project. The purpose of the project is to recognize schools for successfully implementing school-wide systems for PBIS. “We were very excited and honored to earn the Banner School Award,” said Davenport Ridge Principal Michael Pisseri. “The awar…

by K Reakes

06/04/2016

Politics

Plans Move Forward For Lighted Ridgefield Little League Field RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Before long the sounds of bats hitting balls might be heard if plans keep advancing for a new lighted ball field on Route 7 in Ridgefield, according to the Ridgefield Press. Town selectmen voted last month to approve an extension on the lease of the site, which the town leases from the state for $1 a year and then re-leases to the Little League organization, said the Ridgefield Herald. Ridgefield Little League officials will appear before the Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday, June 7, for a discussion of their plans for the construction of the field located at t…

by K Reakes

06/03/2016

Events

Harrison High School Students Hold Relay For Life Event HARRISON, N.Y. -- Harrison High School students will host the second annual Relay for Life event on Saturday from 7 p.m. until Sunday at 7 a.m. to raise money for the American Cancer Society.Teams will walk the track at the high school and raise funds together, eat plenty of food and enjoy carnival-like games and activities. In anticipation of this event, students and community members painted the town and school purple to gain awareness. In its first year, Harrison raised over $82,000 for the American Cancer Society, and this year, the group has set a goal of $100,000. To donate, visit R…

by K Reakes

06/03/2016

Neighbors

New Rochelle Man, 84, Donates Blood For 101st Time NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- An 84-year-old New Rochelle man believes in donating blood. In fact, he believes in it so much he just donated for the 101st time since he began giving in 1970, according to News 12. Joe Mamanna, a Marine Corps veteran, made the donation at the American Legion Post in Scarsdale on June 2. He insists he will keep doing it because he knows that 1 pint of blood can save three lives, said News 12. The American Red Cross said that Mamanna can keep donating for as long as he wants, as there is no age limit on donating blood, added News 12. Click here to read the entire News…

by K Reakes

06/03/2016

Neighbors

Helen Hayes Hospital In West Haverstraw Will Accept Used Needles, Syringes WEST HAVERSTRAW, N.Y. -- Helen Hayes Hospital in West Haverstraw will accept used needles, syringes and lancets used by county residents for self-medication as part of the Rockland County Sharps Collection Program on Tuesday, July 5. Residents may bring their used sharps in approved sharps containers to the south loading dock of the hospital from 10 a.m.-noon and 6-8 p.m. Any resident who uses sharps in their home may participate in this free program. This includes residents with diabetes or other medical conditions, such as cancer or allergies that require medication by injection. The …

by K Reakes

06/03/2016

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