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Section Of Route 7 Closed Following Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash In Ridgefield Section Of Route 7 Closed Following Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash In Ridgefield
Section Of Route 7 Closed Following Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash In Ridgefield Click here for an updated story: Section Of Route 7 Closed Following Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash A section of Route 7 is closed in Fairfield County following a fatal two-vehicle crash. The crash took place just before 5 a.m. near Haviland and New Roads in Ridgefield, police said. The closure is between Stonehenge Road and Haviland Road, police said. Traffic is being re-routed from Haviland Road to Route 35. Police did not provide additional regarding the crash. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
I-95 Stretch Reopens After Crash I-95 Stretch Reopens After Crash
I-95 Stretch Reopens After Crash This story has been updated. A stretch of I-95 in Fairfield County has reopened after a serious two-vehicle crash caused its closure. The closure was northbound in Westport between Sherwood Island/Route 476 (Exit 18) and Route 1/Center Street (Exit 19) on Saturday, Nov. 28. Nearby, also in Westport, a crash on the Merritt Parkway, also northbound, caused delays at Route 33 (Exit 41) with stop-and-go delays to Route 7 (Exit 39). Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Road Rage: Man In Pickup Truck Charged After Chasing Audi Driver, Police Say Road Rage: Man In Pickup Truck Charged After Chasing Audi Driver, Police Say
Road Rage: Man In Pickup Truck Charged After Chasing Audi Driver, Police Say A pickup truck driver is facing charges after allegedly being involved in a pair of road rage incidents after he was cut off on a busy roadway in Fairfield County, police said. Officers were alerted by a passing motorist shortly after 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 20 of a road rage incident that took place near the intersection of Danbury Road (Route 7) and School Road in Wilton. Police said that the driver of a pickup truck chased an SUV, ultimately stopped both vehicles on Danbury Road, got out of his car and approached the SUV. According to the Wilton Police Department, officers arrived at t…
COVID-19: 2-Year-Old Among Ridgefield's 84 Positive Cases COVID-19: 2-Year-Old Among Ridgefield's 84 Positive Cases
Covid-19: 2-Year-Old Among Ridgefield's 84 Positive Cases A 2-year-old is among those who have tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in a Fairfield County town that has been hit hard by the pandemic. New Breakdown Of CT COVID-19 Cases Ridgefield Health Director Ed Briggs said on Wednesday, April 1, there are now 84 COVID-19 active cases in Ridgefield with ages ranging from 2 years old to 101.  The current death toll in toll remains at seven, all at the Ridgefield Crossing senior care facility on Route 7. Briggs estimated that since the average COVID-19 patient infects about eight other people, Ridgefield could have as many a…
COVID-19: Fourth Fatality In Ridgefield Confirmed COVID-19: Fourth Fatality In Ridgefield Confirmed
Covid-19: Fourth Fatality In Ridgefield Confirmed With the death of another resident at an area senior living facility, the number of positive COVID-19 actives cases in Ridgefield stands at 45. Ridgefield Health Director Ed Briggs, who said the positive cases include residents ranging in age from 19 to 89, bringing the town's total death toll to four. The facility, Ridgefield Crossing on Route 7, said on Friday, March 27, there are 16 residents and six associates who have tested positive.  "These associates, along with all associates who were identified as having high exposure to confirmed COVID-19 cases, have already been outsi…
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…
Number Of COVID-19 Cases Jump To 34 In Ridgefield, With 17 Linked To One Facility Number Of COVID-19 Cases Jump To 34 In Ridgefield, With 17 Linked To One Facility
Number Of Covid-19 Cases Jump To 34 In Ridgefield, With 17 Linked To One Facility The outbreak of novel coronavirus hit a senior citizen facility in Ridgefield, as the total number of confirmed COVID-19 jumped to 34. On Tuesday, March 24, the Town of Ridgefield Office of Emergency Management announced that there have been 34 confirmed cases, with 17 of those tied to a single facility on Route 7. The number jumped up from 13 cases the day before. Of the 34 reported cases of COVID-19 in Ridgefield, two have resulted in the deaths of senior citizens, both of whom lived in the Route 7 facility. There have been six deaths in Fairfield County and more than 400 cases of COVID-…
West Lane Deli Under New Ownership After 31 Years In Business West Lane Deli Under New Ownership After 31 Years In Business
West Lane Deli Under New Ownership After 31 Years In Business 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…
CT State Police Release Sites, Times For Holiday Roving Patrols CT State Police Release Sites, Times For Holiday Roving Patrols
CT State Police Release Sites, Times For Holiday Roving Patrols Connecticut State Police will be out in force during the holiday season, targeting distracted or impaired drivers on area highways. Troopers will be assigned to conduct roving patrols for nearly two weeks beginning on Friday, Dec. 20, as the roadways are expected to be filled with motorists traveling to see friends and family. Police noted that “a busy week will be made even more heavily traveled with Christmas falling on a Wednesday.” According to AAA, a record-breaking 112.5 million Americans are expected to travel for the holiday season, including more than 102 million who will likely …
Here's When, Where Labor Day DUI Details Will Be In Connecticut Here's When, Where Labor Day DUI Details Will Be In Connecticut
Here's When, Where Labor Day DUI Details Will Be In Connecticut During the unofficial last weekend of summer, Connecticut State Troopers are reminding drivers to be smart, drive safe and be prepared for thousands of other vehicles on the roads. They're also announcing they will be out in force to check for drunk and drugged drivers, as well as aggressive drivers. To make sure all stay safe, they will begin extra patrols at midnight, Friday, Aug. 30 and continue through 11:59 p.m., Monday, Sept. 2. “The priority of all operators should be arrival at their destination in a safe manner," said Col. Stavros Mellekas, commanding officer of the Conn…
Here's Where State Police Will Have Roving Patrols Over July 4th Holiday Here's Where State Police Will Have Roving Patrols Over July 4th Holiday
Here's Where State Police Will Have Roving Patrols Over July 4th Holiday From major interstates to your local highway, Connecticut State Police will be conducting roving patrols over the July 4th holiday in an effort to keep all safe. Troopers said they would be stepping up patrols as thousands of drivers will be traveling the roads and highways across the state, especially during the evening hours of the Thursday, July 4, following firework shows. "As always, troopers will consistently work toward preventing accidents on Connecticut’s roads and highways," the department said. They are also reminding drivers that safety is everyone’s responsibility in…
Here's What New Restaurant Will Be Taking Over Little Pub Space In Ridgefield Here's What New Restaurant Will Be Taking Over Little Pub Space In Ridgefield
Here's What New Restaurant Will Be Taking Over Little Pub Space In Ridgefield A new restaurant is moving into the former Little Pub location at the Route 7/Branchville Road intersection in Ridgefield. It will be "English not French, a pub," the eatery's manager Josephine Sorena told Daily Voice and be called Marc's Place. The owner is Herve Aussavis who also owns Luc's Café in Ridgefield. Sorena said the opening will "hopefully be before summer." Ridgefield's Little Pub at 59 Ethan Allen Highway was always crowded and had an overflowing parking lot where patrons would drive in for valet service. The restaurant was at the location for more than 10 years. See st…
Make Your Own Salad At Naked Greens On Route 7 In Wilton Make Your Own Salad At Naked Greens On Route 7 In Wilton
Make Your Own Salad At Naked Greens On Route 7 In Wilton Healthy and delicious foods aren’t always one and the same, but at Naked Greens, located on Route 7 in Wilton, guests can craft their very own one-of-a-kind signature salads while keeping their health in mind. Naked Greens offers endless varieties of salads, wraps, soups, smoothies, and other fresh and flavorful fare. The innovative options are inspired by world cuisine and are intended to “transcend” the typical healthy meal. The fresh options available at Naked Greens are completely natural and non-artificial. Guests can either create their own salads, wraps and smoothies or choose from a…
Popular Heibeck's Food Stand Reopens On Route 7 In Wilton Popular Heibeck's Food Stand Reopens On Route 7 In Wilton
Popular Heibeck's Food Stand Reopens On Route 7 In Wilton What says summertime better than New England lobster rolls piled high with homemade sauce ? If you live or travel anywhere between Norwalk and Danbury on Route 7  and need a food break you're in luck because Heibeck's Stand at 951 Danbury Road in Wilton is now open for spring and summer. Here you also find Korean tacos and piled high 3/4 pound burgers and ice cream sundaes made with house-made cake and compote on an extensive and modern roadside menu. "We had 45-minute waits over the first weekend following our April 10 opening," owner Bobbie Heibeck told Daily Voice. Her business par…
Wooster Hollow Cafe A Hot Spot For Breakfast, Lunch Near Ridgefield/Danbury Border Wooster Hollow Cafe A Hot Spot For Breakfast, Lunch Near Ridgefield/Danbury Border
Wooster Hollow Cafe A Hot Spot For Breakfast, Lunch Near Ridgefield/Danbury Border Looking to grab a quick bite or breakfast or lunch on Route 7's Ridgefield's Wooster Hollow Cafe’s large and affordable menu makes it easy — and certainly delicious. Serving up fresh sandwiches, salads, soups and other specialties, Wooster Hollow Cafe, located at 659 Danbury Road near the Danbury border, is your quaint and cozy home away from home. The eatery has earned 4.5/5 stars on Yelp with more than 50 reviews. Guests are quick to point out Wooster’s exemplary service and simple home cooking style. “Everything was delicious!! We had the breakfast bowl, Florentine omelet and a pancake……
Snow Causes Slippery Driving Conditions With Numerous Crashes Snow Causes Slippery Driving Conditions With Numerous Crashes
Snow Causes Slippery Driving Conditions With Numerous Crashes This story has been updated. A quick-moving system bringing snow caused slippery driving conditions with reduced visibility during the morning commute. The snowfall has become lighter after 7 a.m. Friday, March 1, but precipitation, including snow showers and flurries, continued through around 8:30 a.m. for much of the area before tapering off. Numerous crashes were reported. Among them: In Westchester, a crash reported at 7:15 a.m. initially blocked two lanes on the northbound Taconic State Parkway in Mount Pleasant near Route 100/Route 133. A crash that occurred just before 7…
IDs Released For Stamford Man, Norwalk Woman Involved In Route 7 Head-On Crash In Wilton IDs Released For Stamford Man, Norwalk Woman Involved In Route 7 Head-On Crash In Wilton
IDs Released For Stamford Man, Norwalk Woman Involved In Route 7 Head-On Crash In Wilton This story has been updated. A stretch of Route 7 in Wilton was closed for four hours Friday morning following a serious two-vehicle head-on crash involving two Fairfield County residents. The northbound closure occurred just north of Wilton High School between Olmstead Hill Road and Route 107/Route 57/School Street. The roadway reopened around 11 a.m. following an accident investigation. The crash occurred around 7 a.m. in New Street. Both drivers had to be extricated from their vehicles by the Georgetown Fire Department and were transported to Norwalk Hospi…
Head-On Crash Leads To Hours-Long  Route 7 Closure Head-On Crash Leads To Hours-Long  Route 7 Closure
Head-On Crash Leads To Hours-Long Route 7 Closure This story has been updated. A stretch of Route 7 was closed for four hours Friday morning following a serious two-vehicle head-on crash. The northbound closure occurred just north of Wilton High School between Olmstead Hill Road and Route 107/Route 57/School Street. The roadway reopened around 11 a.m. following an accident investigation. The crash occurred around 7 a.m. in New Street. Both drivers had to be extricated from their vehicles by the Georgetown Fire Department and were transported to Norwalk Hospital with injuries, Wilton Police said. A 2000…
State Police Release DUI Patrol Info, Checkpoint Locations For Thanksgiving Week Details State Police Release DUI Patrol Info, Checkpoint Locations For Thanksgiving Week Details
State Police Release DUI Patrol Info, Checkpoint Locations For Thanksgiving Week Details With tens of thousands of travelers driving through Connecticut during the Thanksgiving week, State Police are ramping up their plans to keep highways safe for all during the holiday rush. Beginning on Wednesday, Nov. 21, just after midnight, and running through Sunday, Nov. 25 at 11:59 p.m., state police will supplement its normal routine patrol personnel with additional Troopers throughout the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Across the state, Troopers will patrol roads and highways across Connecticut focusing on aggressive drivers, unsafe drivers and drunk drivers. In addition, the sta…
Lanes Reopen After Car Fire Causes Gridlock On Route 7 Lanes Reopen After Car Fire Causes Gridlock On Route 7
Lanes Reopen After Car Fire Causes Gridlock On Route 7 This story has been updated. There were stop-and-go delays on a stretch of Route 7 early Sunday afternoon after a car fire blocked two lanes. The incident occurred northbound between I-95 and Route 1 in Norwalk starting at around noon, causing gridlock until the lanes reopened.
Route 7 Reopens After Snapped Utility Pole Causes Closure In Ridgefield Route 7 Reopens After Snapped Utility Pole Causes Closure In Ridgefield
Route 7 Reopens After Snapped Utility Pole Causes Closure In Ridgefield This story has been updated. A stretch of Route 7 reopened early Friday evening after a snapped utility pole led to its closure throughout the day. The closure was in Ridgefield between Cains Hills Road/Topstone Road and Branchville Road/Route 102. The incident was reported just before 8 a.m.
Route 7 Reopens After Snapped Utility Pole Causes Closure For Most Of Day Route 7 Reopens After Snapped Utility Pole Causes Closure For Most Of Day
Route 7 Reopens After Snapped Utility Pole Causes Closure For Most Of Day This story has been updated. A stretch of Route 7 reopened early Friday evening after a snapped utility pole led to its closure throughout the day. The closure was in Ridgefield between Cains Hills Road/Topstone Road and Branchville Road/Route 102. The incident was reported just before 8 a.m.
Motorcyclist Injured In Route 7 Crash Motorcyclist Injured In Route 7 Crash
Motorcyclist Injured In Route 7 Crash This story has been updated. There were stop-and-go delays on a stretch of Route 7 in Fairfield County early Sunday after a crash involving a motorcycle. The crash occurred around 12:30 p.m. on northbound Route 7 near Route 202/Federal Road in Brookfield. The extent of the motorcyclist's injuries were not immediately released. Traffic was backed up to Exit 11 (White Turkey Road). This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
I-84 Crash Causes Gridlock During Morning Commute I-84 Crash Causes Gridlock During Morning Commute
I-84 Crash Causes Gridlock During Morning Commute This story has been updated. A serious crash that initially took out two lanes caused gridlock on a stretch of I-84 Thursday morning. The crash occurred around 7:15 a.m. on the westbound side at Route 7/202 (Exit 7) in Danbury, with delays to Connecticut 25 (Exit 9) in Brookfield before it was cleared. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
State Police Announce Sites Of Patrols For July 4th Week State Police Announce Sites Of Patrols For July 4th Week
State Police Announce Sites Of Patrols For July 4th Week State Police will be ramping up patrols through the end of July 4th weekend. During the July 4, 2017, weekend, Connecticut State Troopers issued 1,368 tickets for speeding, 2,941 tickets for moving violations and made 60 arrests for driving under the influence. Troopers also investigated 398 motor vehicle crashes. A total of 50 accidents involved injuries and one led to a fatality, state police said.  On Monday, state police announced detail locations in western Connecticut: Tuesday, July 3 Roving Patrols - Interstates 91 and 95 and Route 34 in greater New Haven.  Wednesday, July 4 Roving…