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COVID-19: First Selectman In Fairfield County Self-Quarantines After Exposure COVID-19: First Selectman In Fairfield County Self-Quarantines After Exposure
Covid-19: First Selectman In Fairfield County Self-Quarantines After Exposure A town leader in Fairfield County will remain in quarantine after being exposed to COVID-19. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe will remain in quarantine for at least 14 days following direct contact with someone who tested positive for the virus, town officials announced. Marpe reportedly came into contact with the individual on Sunday, Oct. 18. He will stay quarantined unless he receives a negative COVID-19 test. “In accordance with CDC guidelines and medical advice, he is self-isolating and is awaiting COVID-19 test results,” officials announced. “In an abundance of caution, Mr. Marpe i…

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by Zak Failla
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Isaias: Danbury Mayor Threatens To Sue Eversource, Citing 'Incompetence,' 'Neglect' Isaias: Danbury Mayor Threatens To Sue Eversource, Citing 'Incompetence,' 'Neglect'
Isaias: Danbury Mayor Threatens To Sue Eversource, Citing 'Incompetence,' 'Neglect' Nearly all Connecticut residents have had their power restored more than a week after Tropical Storm Isaias, but Eversource may have an even larger threat looming on the horizon. Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton is among Connecticut politicians critical of Eversource’s response to the storm, threatening legal action and a cap to CEO and executives' compensation at the company. Boughton said it’s time to “break up a monopoly that doesn’t work,” while claiming “incompetence and neglect” on Eversource’s behalf. “Eversource doing a victory lap this morning is laughable,” he said. “It's like setting…

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COVID-19: CT Virus Clusters Of Teens, Young Adults Spark Concerns COVID-19: CT Virus Clusters Of Teens, Young Adults Spark Concerns
Covid-19: CT Virus Clusters Of Teens, Young Adults Spark Concerns The latest rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in younger people has officials in Connecticut concerned. According to the state Department of Health, in recent weeks people between the ages of 20 and 29 have seen the highest COVID-19 infection rate, seconded by people aged between 30 and 39, causing concern for officials. The latest numbers are in stark contrast to the previous three months, when the group was the fourth-largest and those over 80 years old were the second-biggest group. Those over 80 are now one of the lowest age groups for new infections. “A small cluster of cases can t…

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COVID-19: Rise In CT Cases Among Young Adults Sparks Concern COVID-19: Rise In CT Cases Among Young Adults Sparks Concern
Covid-19: Rise In CT Cases Among Young Adults Sparks Concern A new rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in younger people has officials in Connecticut concerned. According to the state Department of Health, during the week of Sunday, July 5, people between the ages of 20 and 29 had the highest infection rate, seconded by people aged between 30 and 39. The latest numbers are in stark contrast to the previous three months, when the group was the fourth-largest and those over 80 years old were the second-biggest group. Those over 80 are now one of the lowest age groups for new infections. The spike in cases after sometimes mask-less crowds could be …

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Ridgefield First Selectman Tests Positive For Second Time COVID-19: Ridgefield First Selectman Tests Positive For Second Time
Covid-19: Ridgefield First Selectman Tests Positive For Second Time Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi has been battling the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) since the first week of April. Marconi tested positive for the second time on Friday, May 1, town officials announced. Marconi said he wants to assure town residents that he is doing great and feels fully recovered after his serious bout with COVID-19.  While he recently tested "presumptive positive," Marconi said it was not surprising. His wife, Peggy, who tested negative in a follow-up, said that they were told that many people test positive for weeks after they have recovered.…

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COVID-19: Ridgefield Selectman Gives Update After Testing Positive; Town's Death Toll At 13 COVID-19: Ridgefield Selectman Gives Update After Testing Positive; Town's Death Toll At 13
Covid-19: Ridgefield Selectman Gives Update After Testing Positive; Town's Death Toll At 13 Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi, who announced earlier this week that he tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), is still providing residents with updates on the town's battle against the pandemic, while he continues to isolate. "I want to thank you for the outpouring of get well wishes I have received as I recover from COVID-19," Marconi said on Tuesday, April 7. "I assure you I am doing well and feel like I’ve turned the corner. So, thank you again." Marconi, 71, went on to report that there are now 111 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in town, with the expectation that t…

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COVID-19: Ridgefield First Selectman Tests Positive With 107 Cases, 12 Fatalities Now In Town COVID-19: Ridgefield First Selectman Tests Positive With 107 Cases, 12 Fatalities Now In Town
Covid-19: Ridgefield First Selectman Tests Positive With 107 Cases, 12 Fatalities Now In Town Ridgefield's First Selectman Rudy Marconi reports that he has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).  Marconi, 71, said in a statement on Monday, April 6, that he wants to reassure all Ridgefielders that while he "doesn’t feel great," he is doing fine and will work from home as he continues to isolate himself.  “Because I have been extremely careful in following all the directives, this is a reminder of how aggressive this virus is," Marconi said. "Please stay home.” Currently, there are 107 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ridgefield, with the number expec…

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COVID-19: Ridgefield Asks NYC Residents To Quarantine COVID-19: Ridgefield Asks NYC Residents To Quarantine
Covid-19: Ridgefield Asks NYC Residents To Quarantine This story has been updated. With 58 cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) now being reported in Ridgefield, Connecticut, the town is asking anyone from New York City to self-quarantine for 14 days. In a statement by Ridgefield First Selectman Rudy Marconi released by the town on Saturday, March 28, the two-week self-quarantine should be done "before entering any public area in Ridgefield." An original statement identified those who should quarantine as from New York, but was later reworded to specific those as being from New York City. Ridgefield borders the Northern Westchester…

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COVID-19: With 42 Cases, Ridgefield Introduces Stricter Separation Restrictions COVID-19: With 42 Cases, Ridgefield Introduces Stricter Separation Restrictions
Covid-19: With 42 Cases, Ridgefield Introduces Stricter Separation Restrictions With the number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases jumping by eight in one day in Ridgefield, from 34 to 42, officials are introducing stricter measures. Health Director Ed Briggs confirmed on the numbers on Wednesday, March 25, adding that there had been one death not associated with a senior care facility on Route 7. The latest COVID-19 death brings the total to three losses. The senior care facility still has 17 active cases and remains on lockdown, Briggs said. See Earlier Story: Number Of COVID-19 Cases Jump To 34 In Ridgefield, With 17 Linked To One Facility The additional cases…

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Ridgefield's Hair, Nail Salons Ordered Closed On Day Of Town Resident's COVID-19 Death Ridgefield's Hair, Nail Salons Ordered Closed On Day Of Town Resident's COVID-19 Death
Ridgefield's Hair, Nail Salons Ordered Closed On Day Of Town Resident's Covid-19 Death All hair and nail salons in Ridgefield have been ordered to close as the first death in the state from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) was identified as a local resident. First Selectman Rudy Marconi and Director of Health Ed Briggs, made the announcement on Wednesday, March 18, as part of the town's emergency declaration. Earlier report: Ridgefield Man Is First CT Resident To Die From COVID-19 Also Wednesday, as previously reported on Daily Voice, Gov. Ned Lamont announced that a Ridgefield man in his 80s who lived at an assisted living facility had become the state’s first COV…

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by Kathy Reakes