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Burglar Breaks Into Darien Home's Garage But Left Holding The Bag Burglar Breaks Into Darien Home's Garage But Left Holding The Bag
Burglar Breaks Into Darien Home's Garage But Left Holding The Bag Gen Z calls getting paid "securing the bag," but one Fairfield County burglar took the slang phrase literally.  Police were called to a Darien home on Red Mill Lane earlier this month after a thief broke into a garage. The man wore black pants and a grey hoodie as he skulked.  But it was slim pickings for our dastardly ne'er do well because all he only walked away with was a box of trash bags, Darien Police said.  The thief rifled through the car parked inside the garage but came up empty-handed.  Police said residents should be on the lookout for anyone with a suspici…

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by Josh Lanier
Schools
These Greenwich Teens May Be The Future Of Filmmaking, But You Can Watch Their Work Now These Greenwich Teens May Be The Future Of Filmmaking, But You Can Watch Their Work Now
These Greenwich Teens May Be The Future Of Filmmaking, But You Can Watch Their Work Now A group of talented teenagers will soon accomplish a feat that all filmmakers aspire to but few reach: having their films shown in one of the busiest movie theaters in the country.  Nine students from Sacred Heart Greenwich were chosen to screen their short films as part of the 12th annual All-American High School Film Festival. Their movies were picked from thousands of submissions to make it to the finals.  Their movies will be shown at AMC Empire 25 Theatre in Times Square on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20 as part of the prestigious festival.  Click here f…

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Spirit Halloween Bringing Spirit Christmas Store To CT: Here's Where Spirit Halloween Bringing Spirit Christmas Store To CT: Here's Where
Spirit Halloween Bringing Spirit Christmas Store To CT: Here's Where Spirit Halloween is decking the halls with Spirit Christmas. The pop-up Halloween costume and decor company is opening 10 Spirit Christmas stores across New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Connecticut (scroll for a list of locations). "Each store offers a unique shopping experience, brimming with a vast assortment of holiday décor, apparel, inflatables, gifts, and stocking stuffers," company spokeswoman Nikki Balles said in a statement to Daily Voice.  "Guests can meet Santa for their annual Christmas card photo and receive a free digital postcard featuring you and Santa. Wander …

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Popular TikTok Star, Model Shopping For Homes In CT Popular TikTok Star, Model Shopping For Homes In CT
Popular TikTok Star, Model Shopping For Homes In CT A social media influencer with over 15 million followers across her platforms announced that she and her family are moving to Connecticut.  Nara Smith, who goes by the name "naraazizasmith" on TikTok, announced the decision in a video posted on Sunday, Sept. 1. The post shows her, her husband, and their three children touring multiple homes during a trip to the state.  @naraazizasmith new chapter?🫶🏽 #moving #travel #housetour #realestate #marriage #fypツ #toddlersoftiktok ♬ Autumn Leaves - Timothy Cole She did not say in which cities the houses were located. The family c…

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by Josh Lanier
Police & Fire
Man Falls On Train Tracks In Fairfield County Rolls Under Amtrak Train, MTA Says Man Falls On Train Tracks In Fairfield County Rolls Under Amtrak Train, MTA Says
Man Falls On Train Tracks In Fairfield County Rolls Under Amtrak Train, MTA Says A man who fell on the tracks at a Fairfield County train station was lucky and was able to roll under an Amtrak train. The incident occurred in Bridgeport at around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, at the train station at 525 Water St.  According to Dave Steckel with the Metropolitan Transportation Administration, the unidentified man rolled under the Amtrak train and did not make contact. A preliminary investigation reveals the man sustained minor injuries and was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport, Steckel said.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily…

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by Kathy Reakes
Obituaries
Longtime Firefighter, Baseball Coach Born In Greenwich Dies Longtime Firefighter, Baseball Coach Born In Greenwich Dies
Longtime Firefighter, Baseball Coach Born In Greenwich Dies A beloved firefighter, baseball coach, and Navy veteran from Northern Westchester is being remembered for his longstanding dedication to helping his community.  Banksville resident Preston Pratley died on Monday, May 27 at the age of 79, according to his obituary.  Born in 1944, Pratley was born in Greenwich and later moved to Banksville after marrying his wife, Geraldine Kerslake, in May 1968.  A graduate of St. Mary's High School in Greenwich, Pratley was a Navy veteran who also became a proud member of Local #38, Sheet Metal Workers.  He was also…

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by Ben Crnic
News
Person Struck, Killed By Metro-North New Haven Line Train Person Struck, Killed By Metro-North New Haven Line Train
Person Struck, Killed By Metro-North New Haven Line Train A person was struck and killed by a westbound Metro-North train. The incident took place around 5:50 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 15 on the New Haven/West Haven line, Metro-North officials said. The train #1513 from New Haven, has been canceled and combined with another line. Commuters are being told to listen for announcements at their station for replacements, connections. Delays are expected. MTA officials have released little information about the incident which is under investigation. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Person Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train Near Darien Person Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train Near Darien
Person Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train Near Darien A 50-year-old man was struck and killed by a Metro-North train Thursday night near Darien. According to Metro-North officials, the incident took place around 7:35 p.m. Dec. 13 at Noroton Heights. The train had departed Grand Central at 6:49 p.m. headed for New Haven. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His identification is pending notification of next of kin. MTA Police are investigating. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Man Dies After Climbing On Top Of New Haven-Bound Metro-North Train Man Dies After Climbing On Top Of New Haven-Bound Metro-North Train
Man Dies After Climbing On Top Of New Haven-Bound Metro-North Train Click here for an updated story: ID Released For Man Killed After Climbing On Top Of Train In Westchester A man was killed overnight after climbing on top of a Metro-North train and coming into contact with live wires. The incident took place around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday after the man tried to get on top of a train headed to New Haven, Metro-North officials said. The train stopped between Larchmont and Mamaroneck because of a power issue and that's when crews realized the man had attempted get on top of the train and had come in contact with overhead catenary wires, the MTA said. The man…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Person Dies In New Canaan After Police Respond To Route 106 Residence Person Dies In New Canaan After Police Respond To Route 106 Residence
Person Dies In New Canaan After Police Respond To Route 106 Residence Click here for an updated story: Person Dies In New Canaan After Police Respond To Route 106 Residence Attempts to revive an individual at a residence on Route 106 (Old Stamford Road) in New Canaan were unsuccessful and the person died, police said. At approximately 9:38 a.m. on Tuesday, June 26, police responded to the residence to check on the welfare of an occupant of that dwelling after receiving a third party call. Upon making entry into the home, officers located the individual and summoned New Canaan Volunteer Ambulance Corps to respond to attempt to provide aid to the individual.  …

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by Joe Lombardi