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'This One Is Truly Difficult': Italian Restaurant To Close After 12-Year Run In Ridgefield 'This One Is Truly Difficult': Italian Restaurant To Close After 12-Year Run In Ridgefield
'This One Is Truly Difficult': Italian Restaurant To Close After 12-Year Run In Ridgefield A favorite Fairfield County Italian restaurant known for its short rib ravioli and Tuscan stew, among other " must-haves," is closing its doors after 12 years in business. Bartolo in Ridgefield made the announcement on Facebook on Wednesday, May 1. The owners, Arthur and Julia Tess and Trey Michaelsen, said: "This one is truly difficult, however it is one we must say.  "After 12 years, Bartolo will be closing on Saturday, May 25. It is with an extremely heavy heart that we are making this announcement." According to the many 5-star reviews online and from regulars, the dedicated grou…
Marshalls Opening New Store In Ridgefield Marshalls Opening New Store In Ridgefield
Marshalls Opening New Store In Ridgefield Just in time for holiday shopping, Marshalls, one of the nation’s leading off-price retailers with more than 20 stores in Connecticut is opening a new location in Fairfield County. Located in Ridgefield in the Copps Hill Plaza on Danbury Road, the grand opening is set for Thursday, Nov. 16 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., said Cassidy Kelly, a spokeswoman for the Massachusetts-based company. The 24,999-square-foot Ridgefield store will be the company's 23rd location in Connecticut and the third in Fairfield County with other locations in Norwalk and Stamford. It will replace the former Kohl's D…
Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say
Ridgefield Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say A new ranking says one Connecticut as the absolute best place for a shopping spree in the state. Online news site Cheapism.com dubbed Fairfield County’s own Ridgefield as the state's best place to shop its “Best 'Main Street' Shopping Districts in All 50 States” ranking. In an attempt to stray away from big box stores in favor of mom-and-pop shops, the list gathers the most quaint shopping districts from towns with fewer than 90,000 residents. Ridgefield’s Main Street and Danbury Road are named by Cheapism.com as the places to check out for not only the shops and boutiques they house bu…
Fairfield County Man Wins $100K In CT Lottery In Ticket Purchased At Local Stop & Shop Fairfield County Man Wins $100K In CT Lottery In Ticket Purchased At Local Stop & Shop
Fairfield County Man Wins $100K In CT Lottery In Ticket Purchased At Local Stop & Shop A Fairfield County man is feeling lucky after cashing in a winning CT Lottery ticket sold at an area Stop & Shop that was worth $100,000. Ridgefield resident Calvin Waterbury won $100,000 playing "CASH5" on a ticket sold at Stop & Shop on Danbury Road in Ridgefield on Monday, Nov. 15. A second winning $100,000 "CASH5" ticket sold at the Citgo station on River Road in Shelton was also cashed in earlier that same day. According to CT Lottery, “when a winning scratch ticket is validated through a Lottery Retailer's terminal, the remaining number of unclaimed prizes for that prize leve…
Winning $50K CT Lottery Powerball Ticket Sold At Stop & Shop In Fairfield County Winning $50K CT Lottery Powerball Ticket Sold At Stop & Shop In Fairfield County
Winning $50K CT Lottery Powerball Ticket Sold At Stop & Shop In Fairfield County One lucky food shopper in Fairfield County walked into an area Stop & Shop and walked out with groceries and a winning $50,000 Powerball ticket. One week after a $700 million prize was claimed on a Powerball drawing in California, a second $50,000 winning ticket was sold at top & Shop on Danbury Road in Ridgefield. Earlier story - $50,000 Powerball Ticket Sold in Connecticut The winning numbers on the latest Powerball drawing on Wednesday, Oct. 13 were 23-29-47-59-60 with a Powerball of 15. The Power Play was a 2X. Lottery officials have not released the name of the Powerball…
One Killed, Two Injured In Fairfield County Crash One Killed, Two Injured In Fairfield County Crash
One Killed, Two Injured In Fairfield County Crash A Fairfield County man was killed and two others injured during an early morning crash. The crash took place around 1:40 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 25 on Danbury Road near the intersection of Route 35 in Ridgefield. According to Captain Shawn Platt of the Ridgefield Police Department, said Nicholas Vega, age 25, of Danbury, was killed during the crash. Police said the crash occurred when a vehicle traveling north on Danbury crossed over into the southbound lane striking another vehicle, driven by 71-year-old Edward Makowski, of Bethel. The drivers of both vehicles and the passenger, ident…
Jeep At Fairfield County Car Dealership Hit During Two-Vehicle Crash, Police Say Jeep At Fairfield County Car Dealership Hit During Two-Vehicle Crash, Police Say
Jeep At Fairfield County Car Dealership Hit During Two-Vehicle Crash, Police Say A new Jeep Grand Cherokee sitting on the lot of a Fairfield County car dealership ended up damaged during a two-vehicle crash. The incident took place around 7 a.m., Tuesday, May 4, on Danbury Road in Ridgefield when a woman was swerving to avoid another vehicle pulling into her lane of travel and ended up entering the lot of Pamby Motors and hitting the vehicle, said Captain Shawn Platt of the Ridgefield Police. The woman was treated at the scene and released.  The Jeep received "substantial damage," police said. The second driver, who pulled in front of the first vehicle, Vane…
Popular Deli On Westchester/Fairfield County Border Under New Ownership After 31 Years Popular Deli On Westchester/Fairfield County Border Under New Ownership After 31 Years
Popular Deli On Westchester/Fairfield County Border Under New Ownership After 31 Years After 31 years in business, West Lane Pizza & Deli in Ridgefield, an iconic spot near the Northern Westchester/Fairfield County border, will be operating under new owners. Since 1988, owners John and Anna Saoulidis have run the Ridgefield staple, which officially closed its doors as of Tuesday, Dec. 31. The location will now be run by new owner Kosta Efstathiades, whose father sold the spot to the Saoulidis’ more than 30 years ago. The Saoulidis’ cited the rigorous schedule of running a business, and said that they will miss their customers and the connections they’ve developed over the…
Naked Man Seriously Hurt After Jumping Into, Off Pickup Truck Near Ridgefield/Wilton Line Naked Man Seriously Hurt After Jumping Into, Off Pickup Truck Near Ridgefield/Wilton Line
Naked Man Seriously Hurt After Jumping Into, Off Pickup Truck Near Ridgefield/Wilton Line A naked man suffered life-threatening injuries after jumping onto a pickup truck and then jumped back off into the roadway while it was moving. The incident took place around 9:24 a.m., Sunday, July 7, when Wilton Police responded to an incident on the Ridgefield/Wilton Line about the naked white male that had jumped out of the back of a pickup truck while it was moving, said Wilton Police Lt. Robert Kluk. The incident started in Ridgefield when a male resident of Ridgefield was traveling south on Danbury Road by the Days Inn and saw what he thought was a dead deer on the side of the r…
These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Fairfield County These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Fairfield County
These Are Five Delis You'll Want To Drop By In Fairfield County When your appetite calls for a custom sandwich carefully layered with wafer-thin cold cuts, meatballs, chicken parmesan and an endless array of hearty options, here are five delis to try in Fairfield County.  Giacomo's Italian Deli, 1100 Hope St., Stamford: An Italian deli with in-house seating, hot and cold specialty dishes and of course, customized heroes. They offer free delivery. Alex Delmar of Stamford told Daily Voice some items she orders here. "They have a good hot buffet that I have packed up and saved for dinner, sausage and peppers, chicken scarpariello" and for dinner…
Owner Of New Fitness, Yoga Studio In Ridgefield Has Large Social Media Following Owner Of New Fitness, Yoga Studio In Ridgefield Has Large Social Media Following
Owner Of New Fitness, Yoga Studio In Ridgefield Has Large Social Media Following A new yoga studio has opened in Ridgefield. Namaslay Studios at 159 Danbury Road offers yoga, fitness classes and personal training with a twist.  Founder and owner Candace Cabrera Moore is a well-known yoga instructor with 48,000 followers on Instagram. She is the author of  "Namaslay: Rock Your Yoga Practice, Tap Into Your Greatness, & Defy Your Limits" and a yoga instructor at her new studio which honors the foundations of the ancient practice while inviting its teachers to add a "funky twist," said the company's announcement. An example is Hip Hop Yoga on Wednesdays…
Fork In The Road Dishes Waffles, Coffee, Tea In Quaint Ridgefield Cottage Fork In The Road Dishes Waffles, Coffee, Tea In Quaint Ridgefield Cottage
Fork In The Road Dishes Waffles, Coffee, Tea In Quaint Ridgefield Cottage Ridgefield has a brand new waffle bar and cafe. Fork in the Road Market is the new resident of the tiny house locals call adorable, a very quaint brick cottage with a gable roof at 3 Danbury Road close to Route 116. Here you'll find plenty of ways to enjoy a waffle, along with an array of coffees, espresso drinks, and teas. "We have sweet and savory options. There's salmon waffle with horseradish sauce, chicken and mushrooms with pesto sauce, apple pie with cinnamon raising drizzle and other choices," Laura Welber said. Local walkers and drivers-by,  and visitors from out of town are…
Gyro On Pita Offers Authentic Greek Food, Friendly Service In Ridgefield Gyro On Pita Offers Authentic Greek Food, Friendly Service In Ridgefield
Gyro On Pita Offers Authentic Greek Food, Friendly Service In Ridgefield Gyro on Pita has been serving up a wide variety of delicious gyros and Greek fare for nearly seven years in Ridgefield. Located at 91 Danbury Road, the eatery specializes in homemade gyros, paninis and other types of authentic Greek cuisine.  Traditional American options such as burgers are also available, as are fresh Mexican specialties like tacos and burritos. With quite the smorgasbord of affordable and cultural selections to choose from, it’s no surprise that Gyro on Pita has earned an impressive 4.7/5-star rating on Facebook. From the service to the atmosphere and of course, the…
Get Your Spoons, Tastebuds Ready: Sample Delicious Recipes At Ridgefield Chili Festival Get Your Spoons, Tastebuds Ready: Sample Delicious Recipes At Ridgefield Chili Festival
Get Your Spoons, Tastebuds Ready: Sample Delicious Recipes At Ridgefield Chili Festival Want to chill out with some chili this weekend? Grab your tickets for the 2019 Ridgefield Chili Festival, scheduled for Sunday, March 31 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ridgefield Recreation Center (195 Danbury Road). This event is a fundraiser for the Ridgefield Democratic Town Committee and allows guests of all ages to sample several varieties of chili crafted by both professional chefs and local amateurs. Joining the event will be US Senator Richard Blumenthal, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz and State Senator Will Haskell, who will listen to concerns, provide feedback and share insights on th…
New Red Rooster Pub Takes Flight In Ridgefield New Red Rooster Pub Takes Flight In Ridgefield
New Red Rooster Pub Takes Flight In Ridgefield Ridgefield’s Red Rooster Pub, located at 43 Danbury Road, first opened its doors in March of 2018.  Nearly a year later, its owners, Tony and Furtuna Ramadani, have worked to establish a reputation for the restaurant that they can be proud of. The Ridgefield location is the second RRP, with the first opening in late 2016 at 160 South Main Street in Newtown. Both locales serve up fresh appetizers and entrees daily, including poutine, sliders, crab cakes, fried calamari, baked mac and cheese, strip steak and more. RRP also offers a variety of 100 percent prime Black Angus beef burgers a…
Master Impressionist Brings Genius Of Robin Williams Back To Life At The Ridgefield Playhouse Master Impressionist Brings Genius Of Robin Williams Back To Life At The Ridgefield Playhouse
Master Impressionist Brings Genius Of Robin Williams Back To Life At The Ridgefield Playhouse Losing Robin Williams on Aug. 11, 2014 shocked and saddened everyone. The man had a rare talent that could not be matched.  Comedian and master impressionist Roger Kabler has been perfecting his Robin Williams act for years with uncanny results.  Don’t miss this chance to celebrate and pay tribute to the comedic genius of the late, great Robin Williams in a live show starring Kabler and featuring Bill Kirchenbauer from “Mork & Mindy,” “Just the Ten of Us,” "Airplane" and more. "Robin: The Ultimate Robin Williams Tribute Experience" comes to The Ridgefield Playhouse …
Ridgefield Officials Issue Update To Residents Amid Storm Cleanup Ridgefield Officials Issue Update To Residents Amid Storm Cleanup
Ridgefield Officials Issue Update To Residents Amid Storm Cleanup Some Customers Could Be Without Power For Days, Eversource Says: Breakdown Of Outages By Town  All hands are on deck in Ridgefield, as crews continue recovery efforts in the town following a storm that felled trees and downed utility lines, leaving thousands without power. On Wednesday, Ridgefield officials announced that crews have been working around the clock in efforts to clear roadways for emergency vehicles as the region continues to dig out from Tuesday’s storm. As of 5 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, 77,649 of Eversource’s 1,270,056 customers - including 2,010 in Ridgefield - remain w…
Expect Delays: Route 35 Road Work Resumes In Ridgefield Expect Delays: Route 35 Road Work Resumes In Ridgefield
Expect Delays: Route 35 Road Work Resumes In Ridgefield Motorists planning on traveling on Danbury Road (Route 35) through Ridgefield can expect delays this week as contracting crews complete work in the area. The Connecticut State Department of Transportation informed town officials over the weekend that there will be alternate one-way traffic on Route 35 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday at the Fox Hills Condo entrance. There will also be delays and alternate one-way traffic from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday for construction. Officials said that minor traffic impacts are expected, and motorists should plan according…
Thief Makes Off With BMW Left Running In Ridgefield Parking Lot Thief Makes Off With BMW Left Running In Ridgefield Parking Lot
Thief Makes Off With BMW Left Running In Ridgefield Parking Lot RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Police are warning Ridgefield residents to not leave their cars unlocked or running after a man watched someone drive off in his 2016 BMW this weekend. At around 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30, officers responded to the parking lot of 46 Danbury Road in Ridgefield on a report of a stolen car. The complainant said he had parked his car and left it running while he ran into a local business. A short time later, he came out and saw a man in his 20s getting into the 2016 BMW X5 and drive off. An officer in the area saw the stolen car traveling on Danbury Road near Tanton Hi…