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Jersey Mike's Sub Shop Opens Brand-New Location In Fairfield County Sub fans can now bite into a giant sub full of goodies when Jersey Mike's Subs opens a brand-new location in Fairfield County. Known for its fresh sliced meats and grilled subs, the new shop opened in Monroe on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at 143 Purdy Hill Road. Jersey Mike’s premium meats and cheeses are sliced on the spot and piled high on in-store baked bread. Store officials said Jersey Mike’s fans crave their subs made Mike’s Way with the freshest vegetables – onions, lettuce, and tomatoes – topped off with an exquisite zing of “the juice,” red wine vinegar, and an olive oil blend. Authenti…

by Kathy Reakes

11/15/2023

Lifestyle

Community Rallies Around CT Family After Newborn Son's Cancer Diagnosis

Community Rallies Around CT Family After Newborn Son's Cancer Diagnosis

Community Rallies Around CT Family After Newborn Son's Cancer Diagnosis Days after Brendan and Karen Filburn gave birth to their second son Brody, they received the news no parents ever deserve: their seemingly happy newborn has an aggressive form of cancer. Sixteen days after Brody was born, he began his first round of chemotherapy. But the Filburns aren't facing this alone. Friends and family of the Hartford County couple, who live in the town of Simsbury, have created a GoFundMe to help provide for them while they give Brody their full attention. Related: GoFundMe For The Filburns So far, the campaign has raised more than $5,200 of its $7,000 go…

05/16/2023

Obituaries

Beloved 7-Year-Old CT Girl Remembered For Her Fighting Spirit

Beloved 7-Year-Old CT Girl Remembered For Her Fighting Spirit

Beloved 7-Year-Old CT Girl Remembered For Her Fighting Spirit A Connecticut girl who died at the age of 7 is being remembered for her kindness and her fighting spirit when faced with serious illness. New Haven County resident Jeilany Vega Rivera, of Ansonia, died on Saturday, May 28, according to her obituary. Jeilany was diagnosed with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, an aggressive brain tumor, in March of 2021, according to a fundraiser set up to support her family. The fundraiser has received $3,585 of its $10,000 goal as of Wednesday, June 1. "Sweet little Jeilany has put up a tremendous fight, but on Saturday, May 28th, Jeilany's body entered …

by Nicole Valinote

06/01/2022

Business

Jersey Mike's Subs To Hold Grand Opening In Fairfield County

Jersey Mike's Subs To Hold Grand Opening In Fairfield County

Jersey Mike's Subs To Hold Grand Opening In Fairfield County Jersey Mike’s Subs is getting ready to open a new location in Fairfield County. The sandwich shop, located at 72 Newtown Road in Danbury, will open on Wednesday, March 23, and a grand opening fundraiser event will take place through Sunday, March 27, to support the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games, according to an announcement from the business. Representatives said guests who have a special fundraising coupon can make a minimum of a $3 contribution to the games in exchange for a regular sub. “My team and I are thrilled to be opening our first of two locations in Danbury,” franch…

by Nicole Valinote

03/22/2022

News

26-Year-Old Firefighter Dies After Blaze Breaks Out At His Northern Westchester Home

26-Year-Old Firefighter Dies After Blaze Breaks Out At His Northern Westchester Home

26-Year-Old Firefighter Dies After Blaze Breaks Out At His Northern Westchester Home A young firefighter died after a blaze broke out at his home in Westchester County on Thanksgiving morning. Sean Carroll was 26 years old. The fire began in the basement of the Carroll home in Thornwood in the early hours of Thursday, Nov. 25, according to authorities. "First responding fire department members were able to evacuate Teresa Carroll and Connor Carroll who were asleep during the time of the fire," said the Rye Brook Police Benevolent Association, which is hosting an online fundraiser to support the family. "Sadly, Sean Carroll who was asleep in the basement, passed away."…

by Joe Lombardi

11/27/2021

Sports

Acting Mets GM Accused Of DWI After Leaving Owner's Fairfield County Home

Acting Mets GM Accused Of DWI After Leaving Owner's Fairfield County Home

Acting Mets GM Accused Of DWI After Leaving Owner's Fairfield County Home The New York Mets took another blow in what's been a difficult season after their acting general manager was arrested for alleged drunk driving in Westchester following a visit to the Fairfield County home of team owner Steve Cohen, according to reports. Acting GM Zack Scott reportedly Mets up and was busted for allegedly driving while intoxicated when he was busted at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 31 in White Plains, The New York Post first reported. It is alleged that at the time he was approached by officers on South Lexington Avenue in White Plains, Scott was asleep at the wh…

09/01/2021

Lifestyle

Stamford’s Teen Center Needs Your Help With Final Touches

Stamford’s Teen Center Needs Your Help With Final Touches

Stamford’s Teen Center Needs Your Help With Final Touches The days of a welcoming soda shop on the corner where the gang would meet and settle in a booth for hours after school is long gone—if it ever existed. Today’s teens often find themselves in a whirlwind, caught between family, school, college and career planning, jobs, and peer pressure amplified by social media. Thanks to the Stamford Boys & Girls Club, serving the community since 1927, Stamford’s teens and young adults will have the specific support and guidance they need at a new Teen Center. Construction on the Teen Center started in the summer of 2019 and is finishing up.&n…

by Daily Voice

02/19/2020

Lifestyle

Support Pours In For Family Of 36-Year-Old Father Of Two Killed In Head-On Easton Crash

Support Pours In For Family Of 36-Year-Old Father Of Two Killed In Head-On Easton Crash

Support Pours In For Family Of 36-Year-Old Father Of Two Killed In Head-On Easton Crash People have opened their hearts and their wallets to support the family of a Redding father of two killed in a car crash that left his mother and young daughter injured. Andy Rivera, 36, was killed around 5:33 p.m., Sunday, July 14, on Route 59 in the area of 757 Stepney Road, said Easton Police Chief Timothy Shaw. Also, in his vehicle at the time of the accident were his 62-year-old mother, Maria, who will need two surgeries and his six-year-old daughter, Brianna, who was also injured. The second vehicle involved was driven by a 50-year-old woman, who had two 17-year-olds in the vehicle…

by Kathy Reakes

07/17/2019

Lifestyle

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…

by Valerie Musson

03/29/2019

Schools

College Of New Rochelle Closure Seen As Likely

College Of New Rochelle Closure Seen As Likely

College Of New Rochelle Closure Seen As Likely Amid a near three-year financial crisis, the College of New Rochelle may be shutting its doors for good at the end of the summer semester. In 2016, the college’s Board of Trustees was alerted about “significant unmet financial obligations that had accrued over a period of time.” The Board subsequently launched an investigation and enlisted the help of officials to restructure and manage CNR’s finances. A forensic accountant and outside legal counsel were also hired to perform the investigation. The investigation ultimately found that CNR hadn’t paid upwards of $20 million in payroll taxes d…

02/22/2019