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Police & Fire
New Update: ID Released For Woman Killed In Darien Five Mile River Crash New Update: ID Released For Woman Killed In Darien Five Mile River Crash
New Update: ID Released For Woman Killed In Darien Five Mile River Crash Police have identified a 21-year-old Fairfield County woman as the victim of a fatal crash after the vehicle she was in plunged into the Five Mile River. 1 Dead, 1 Injured In Darien SUV Crash Into Five Mile River The crash occurred just after midnight, Friday, Feb. 9 in Darien. A late model Nissan Rogue traveling eastbound on Tokeneke Road (Route 136) crossed into the westbound lane, left the roadway near the village of Rowayton line, struck fencing, and then plummeted into the Five Mile River where it met the Long Island Sound, said the Darien Police. Numerous Darien officers quickly&n…

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by Kathy Reakes
Real Estate
Home Sales Down, Prices Up Along Fairfield County's Gold Coast Home Sales Down, Prices Up Along Fairfield County's Gold Coast
Home Sales Down, Prices Up Along Fairfield County's Gold Coast Home sales are down and prices are up along Fairfield County's Gold Coast due to a lack of inventory over the past few years. The areas most affected by the challenges included Darien, New Canaan, and Rowayton markets, according to Houlihan Lawrence Real Estate Brokerage. A report released on Tuesday, Jan. 9, said despite the sales decline, median sale prices increased in all three markets by nine percent on average, offering sellers favorable returns. “Amidst the inventory scarcity, we continue to benefit from the diverse offerings of recreation, cultural amenities, and vibrant …

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
3-Alarm Christmas Morning House Fire Displaces 2 In Norwalk 3-Alarm Christmas Morning House Fire Displaces 2 In Norwalk
3-Alarm Christmas Morning House Fire Displaces 2 In Norwalk Two people were displaced after a three-alarm Christmas morning house fire in Connecticut. The blaze broke out in Fairfield County just before 9 a.m. Monday, Dec. 25 in Norwalk in a 2.5-story home on Pine Hill Avenue. Initial reports stated there was smoke in the basement. Upon arrival, Norwalk Fire Department Engine 3 encountered smoke coming from multiple windows, Norwalk Fire Department Deputy Chief Adam Markowitz said. The occupants of the home were outside stating that the building was evacuated but there were still two dogs inside.  A working fire…

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by Joe Lombardi
Obituaries
Member Of Raveis Real Estate Company Family From Fairfield Remembered For 'Loving Heart' Member Of Raveis Real Estate Company Family From Fairfield Remembered For 'Loving Heart'
Member Of Raveis Real Estate Company Family From Fairfield Remembered For 'Loving Heart' A well-known mother of three from the region who was a member of the William Raveis Real Estate Company family is being remembered for her kindness and impact on the community where she lived. Massachusetts native Meghan Raveis, age 45, died on Friday, June 23 after she was struck by a vehicle while walking near her Connecticut residence in the town of Fairfield in the 500 block of Redding Road. The driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, Town of Fairfield Police said. Earlier report: 45-Year-Old Member Of Raveis Real Estate Com…

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by Joe Lombardi
Real Estate
Sharp Decline Seen In Fairfield County Luxury Housing Market Sharp Decline Seen In Fairfield County Luxury Housing Market
Sharp Decline Seen In Fairfield County Luxury Housing Market A lack of supply caused the 2022 luxury housing market to sharply decline in Fairfield County compared to 2021, according to a new report.  The decline in sales, which were down by double digits, was fueled by a high demand for a low amount of available residences, according to a report released by the Houlihan Lawrence real estate brokerage on Thursday, Jan. 5.  "At first glance, the logical conclusion is a slowdown in the luxury market. However, the data suggest strong buyer demand in a sharply supply-constrained market," said Houlihan Lawrence Vice President Anthony Cutugno. H…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Firefighters Battle Commercial Blaze In Freezing Temperatures In Fairfield County Firefighters Battle Commercial Blaze In Freezing Temperatures In Fairfield County
Firefighters Battle Commercial Blaze In Freezing Temperatures In Fairfield County Firefighters in Fairfield County battled a heavy fire in a commercial building in below-freezing temperatures and icy conditions. The Norwalk Fire Department responded to a commercial structure fire around 6 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 19, at the Norwalk Linen building located at 7 Reynolds St.  When firefighters arrived on the scene, they found heavy smoke and fire pushing from the building, said Deputy Fire Chief Edward Prescott, of the Norwalk Fire Department. The fire scene.Norwalk Fire Department Firefighters entering the building encountered heavy fire and advanced multiple hose lines …

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by Kathy Reakes
Schools
Fairfield County Community Mourns Death Of Popular, Longtime School Board Member Fairfield County Community Mourns Death Of Popular, Longtime School Board Member
Fairfield County Community Mourns Death Of Popular, Longtime School Board Member The sudden death of a popular leader and member of the Board of Education has stunned one Fairfield County community. Norwalk Public Schools announced on Wednesday, Sept. 22, that longtime school board member Mike Barbis died unexpectedly. "The Norwalk Board of Education and Norwalk Public Schools are deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Mike Barbis," the district said. A member of the Board of Education since 2011, the district said Barbis, was "a passionate and knowledgeable advocate for Norwalk students and schools." During his tenure on the Board, he served as chair of the Fin…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Fire Breaks Out At Condominium Complex In Norwalk Fire Breaks Out At Condominium Complex In Norwalk
Fire Breaks Out At Condominium Complex In Norwalk A chimney fire quickly spread through a Norwalk condominium complex, prompting a heavy response from firefighters in the area. Crews from the Norwalk Fire Department responded to a reported chimney fire at approximately 4:20 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27 at the Rowayton Woods Condominiums off Highland Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters said that heavy fire had already penetrated through the roof of a condo after a homeowner started a fire in a fireplace, which quickly spread. According to Deputy Fire Chief Edward Prescott, firefighters inside worked to open up and extinguish the fire within …

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Police: Road-Rage Incident Leads To Intoxicated Motorist's Arrest In Darien Police: Road-Rage Incident Leads To Intoxicated Motorist's Arrest In Darien
Police: Road-Rage Incident Leads To Intoxicated Motorist's Arrest In Darien A Westchester motorist is facing multiple charges after a road rage incident, police say. Darien Police received a report from the victim on Sunday, March 10 around 7 p.m. stating that a red sedan was following her in a threatening manner. She said the vehicle first started following her in Rowayton, and she was currently on Hecker Avenue. The victim was instructed to pull over in front of the police department, which was nearby. An officer arrived, observed the red sedan behind the victim’s vehicle, and instructed the operator to pull over. The victim allegedly told officers that the seda…

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by Valerie Musson
News
Investment Fund Co-Founder From Rowayton Charged In $20 Million Fraud Scheme Investment Fund Co-Founder From Rowayton Charged In $20 Million Fraud Scheme
Investment Fund Co-Founder From Rowayton Charged In $20 Million Fraud Scheme The former co-founder of a multi-million dollar hedge fund is facing charges claiming that he lied to his investors and misappropriated nearly $20 million as part of a Ponzi scheme. Jason Rhodes of Fairfield County was arrested on Tuesday morning on conspiracy, securities fraud, wire fraud, and investment adviser fraud charges.  The charges stem from his participation in an elaborate scheme to defraud investors in the hedge fund and using investor funds to repay earlier investors in a Ponzi-like manner. Beginning in November 2013, Rhodes, a resident of the village of Rowayton in Norwalk, a…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
Photos: New Canaan Country School Celebrates 2018 Grads Photos: New Canaan Country School Celebrates 2018 Grads
Photos: New Canaan Country School Celebrates 2018 Grads Thirty-two ninth graders graduated from New Canaan Country School during the school's closing exercises on Thursday. The Head of School,  Dr. Robert P. Macrae,  encouraged the graduates of the Class of 2018 to continue to take ownership for their learning. “Each member of the Class of 2018 can proudly claim an ownership stake in Country School,” said Macrae. “Every one of you has a unique story of how this place has become your own. You went to great lengths to protect, preserve and promote the school you love—to leave it a better place than when you entered.” Ninth Grader Hannah Nightinga…

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by Kathy Reakes
Schools
New Canaan Country School Students Earn National Attention New Canaan Country School Students Earn National Attention
New Canaan Country School Students Earn National Attention New Canaan Country School students made a strong showing in the recent 2018 National World Languages exams. In Spanish, of the 34,600 students who sat for the exam nationwide, four Gold medals - the highest possible prize – were awarded to New Canaan Country School students, placing eighth grader Ellie Hanson in the top 4 percent, and ninth graders Shane Carbin of Norwalk, Georgia Rivero of New Canaan and Hannah Nightingale of Rowayton in the top 1 percent of the United States. Additional accolades went to seventh graders Sofie Petricone of Rowayton and Mac Ryan of Pound Ridge who earned th…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Rowayton Inspires New TV Series Featuring Rebellious Teen Lifeguard Rowayton Inspires New TV Series Featuring Rebellious Teen Lifeguard
Rowayton Inspires New TV Series Featuring Rebellious Teen Lifeguard In a television series filmed in and inspired by Rowayton, a rebellious teenager named Krish Shetty becomes the first Indian lifeguard in an exclusive beach town community called Pointe May. Chaos quickly ensues in this new half-hour comedy series, as Shetty takes an interest in one of the most popular girls in town and forms unusual friendships with townspeople along the way, including her loner younger brother.  Based on the experiences of its creators, “The Pointe” is written by Rowayton native Clay Morsey Jr. and Stamford native Vishnu Prasad, who met as students at AITE High School in …

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by Jon Craig
Real Estate
Look Inside Island Fairfield County Compound Listed At $8.7 Million Look Inside Island Fairfield County Compound Listed At $8.7 Million
Look Inside Island Fairfield County Compound Listed At $8.7 Million Got $8.7 million lying around? This Fairfield County home might be for you. The first thing you should know is that it's on an island -- Bluff Avenue in Rowayton, precisely. It sits on .51 acres and has a three-car garage, a garage/cottage, plenty more parking and a state-of-the-art redesigned pier with a deep water dock. The house is a recently-renovated stone English Manor with more than 6,000 square feet of expansive water views in every room. It has a boat house, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a game room, pool, tea house and a pilot house (for caretakers) with two bedrooms and two bat…

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by Cecilia Levine