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? One commuter train derailed and hit another during Friday evening's rush hour near the Fairfield Metro train station. The National Transportation Safety Board arrived Saturday morning to lead the investigation. The wreck led to the cancellation of train service between South Norwalk and New Haven.
? Riverfield School took a step toward getting its planned expansion this week. The Board of Selectmen agreed to a $14.5 million proposal to add classrooms, improve safety and install air conditioning at the school. Fairfield Ludlowe High School’s planned expansion is up next, with a vote scheduled for Wednesday.
? Fairfield found out it was chosen to host a playground in honor of Sandy Hook School victim Jessica Rekos as part of the Sandy Ground Project.
? It was a big week for small crimes in Fairfield. On Wednesday police responded to four separate shoplifting cases in the same day at three different stores. And early Friday, police arrested a man they believe is a suspect in a series of car break-ins in the Stratfield and Brooklawn areas.
? Fairfield’s students and one administrator were recognized for great work. A total of 31 students received either Superintendent’s Awards or CABE Leadership Awards last week. And Roger Ludlowe Middle School Principal Glenn Mackno was named Administrator of the Year in the middle school division by the Connecticut PTSA.
? Residents in the area should prepare for a buggy summer. Cicadas are set to awake from a 17-year hibernation underground this year. And health officials warn that Lyme disease-carrying ticks will soon arrive as well.
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