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Westport Town Operations Director Resigns, Search On For Replacement Westport Town Operations Director Resigns, Search On For Replacement
Westport Town Operations Director Resigns, Search On For Replacement WESTPORT, Conn. -- Town Operations Director Dewey Loselle has resigned from the position he's held since June 2014, Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe announced.The resignation was effective Nov. 18. Loselle was appointed to his position following a national search process conducted by a bi-partisan selection committee.  During his tenure, Loselle initiated and led numerous town projects, including comprehensive energy savings Initiative across town and school buildings; completion of the Downtown Master Plan and a number of projects associated with its implementation; the Fire Department S…
Harrison Mayor Announces Lighting Ceremony, Says Happy Thanksgiving Harrison Mayor Announces Lighting Ceremony, Says Happy Thanksgiving
Harrison Mayor Announces Lighting Ceremony, Says Happy Thanksgiving HARRISON, N.Y. – The following is a weekly column by Harrison Mayor Ron Belmont: The holidays are a magical time with festive occasions and memorable traditions.  This year, the town/village of Harrison is once again brightening the season with two fantastic holiday events.  Holiday Happenings/Lighting Celebration The West Harrison Neighborhood Association is holding its ninth annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration Friday, Dec. 2, at 7 p.m.  There will be entertainment and refreshments on the Village Green. The Holiday Happening will kick off in Ma Riis Park, across from…
Wine Pro Uncorks Wine Pairings, Gift Ideas In Norwalk Wine Pro Uncorks Wine Pairings, Gift Ideas In Norwalk
Wine Pro Uncorks Wine Pairings, Gift Ideas In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. -- When it comes to wine and coffee, beginners like it sweet, says Greg Collins, co-manager of Total Wine & More in Norwalk. "When people start having coffee, they put sugar in it. Then over time, they put less sugar and less milk. Wine is like that. So it is not uncommon for a beginner to like moscato. It's one of the sweetest wines," he said in a Daily Voice interview. Collins and co-manager Paul Flynn hand out tips at the shop on wine pairings, not just for holiday dinners and parties, but every day to their customers. The information and wine samples are a …
Kindred Spirits Makes Splash In Westport Kindred Spirits Makes Splash In Westport
Kindred Spirits Makes Splash In Westport WESTPORT, Conn -- A new boutique liquor store specializing in hard to find brews and easy customer service has made its debut in Westport. Kindred Spirits & Wine, with stores in Fairfield and Monroe, moved into a third location at 1790 Post Road East. Customer service and expertise are hallmarks of the company whose reputation hinges on an educated wine staff who freely share information about the products they sell. "We've been told customer service is the best they get. Customers are greeted with smiles by people who are knowledgeable," said Greg Cobaugh, who is the wine m…
Danbury Police Find Knife In Car Involved In Main Street Accident Danbury Police Find Knife In Car Involved In Main Street Accident
Danbury Police Find Knife In Car Involved In Main Street Accident DANBURY, Conn. -- Danbury police found a knife in the vehicle of a Brookfield man who was involved in a Main Street accident Saturday night, according to WLAD-AM. Officers responding to the rear-ender allegedly smelled marijuana when talking to the driver, Thomas Caselnova, 23, according to WLAD-AM. Police did not find any marijuana in the vehicle but found a six-inch knife, according to WLAD-AM. Click here for the full WLAD-AM story.
Suspect Indicted In Stamford Man's Murder After Proclaiming Innocence Suspect Indicted In Stamford Man's Murder After Proclaiming Innocence
Suspect Indicted In Stamford Man's Murder After Proclaiming Innocence STAMFORD, Conn. -- A suspect in the stabbing death of Joseph Comunale, 26, of Stamford, was indicted by a grand jury in a Manhattan court Monday night, according to the Daily News. The east-side apartment was filled with bloodstains, and clothes of the murder victim were found in a chute for trash, and there was evidence of the victim's body in the suspect's car, according to the Daily News. Still, James Rackover said he did not commit the Nov. 13 murder in his apartment, the Daily News said. He reportedly does not disagree that Comunale was in his apartment on  Nov. 13, but his claims are…
Hudson Valley Graphic Design Opens New Croton Office Hudson Valley Graphic Design Opens New Croton Office
Hudson Valley Graphic Design Opens New Croton Office CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- A graphic design company in business for 30 years has just opened an office in the owner's hometown of Croton-on-Hudson. Janeen Violante is also lead designer for her company, Valley Graphic Design Studio, now based at 75 S. Riverside Ave. An opening event was held with local officials and business members, among 50 guests in attendance. The new space has a large conference room for meetings and brainstorming. The agency specializes in design solutions and branding for businesses in an array of industries. It began as a home-based business and has grown immensely…
White Plains Substitute Teacher Says He Was Fired Over Trump Debate White Plains Substitute Teacher Says He Was Fired Over Trump Debate
White Plains Substitute Teacher Says He Was Fired Over Trump Debate WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- A substitute teacher in the the White Plains School District claims he was asked to leave his job over a classroom Trump discussion in October. Charles Michelsen told Daily Voice that White Plains High School Principal Ellen Doherty made the move because of a "current events" discussion he initiated at the end of an art photography class he was teaching as a substitute on Oct. 24. Michelsen said in an email the district's Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Corey Reynolds "formally fired" him. "Personnel matters are confidential in na…
Fairfield Ludlowe Lax Team Sticks Up For Wounded Soldiers With Fundraiser Fairfield Ludlowe Lax Team Sticks Up For Wounded Soldiers With Fundraiser
Fairfield Ludlowe Lax Team Sticks Up For Wounded Soldiers With Fundraiser FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- A lacrosse game at Fairfield Ludlowe High School Saturday, Nov. 26 will honor two veterans who were wounded in the line of duty. The 11th annual Lacrosse Classic will also garner support for Sticks for Soldiers. The organization raises money for severely-wounded troops of the post 9/11 era. The charity's dual mission is to raise money, while raising awareness among young people to soldiers service and sacrifices for the country. A secondary objective is to create an awareness among high school athletes to the unseen sacrifices being made on their behalf by people just a…
Norwalk ACTS For Kids Garners Statewide Recognition Norwalk ACTS For Kids Garners Statewide Recognition
Norwalk Acts For Kids Garners Statewide Recognition NORWALK, Conn. -- A city organization whose work is to improve the lives of local kids has gained statewide attention Norwalk ACTS was among 22 honorees recognized by the Connecticut Economic Resource Center as one of the top economic development initiatives in the state. Norwalk ACTS, part of nationwide StriveTogether network, is comprised of civic leaders, educators and organizations that work together to enrich and improve the lives and futures of Norwalk children. The selection comes for changing the character of its community, promoting civic engagement, and for encouraging new investm…
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