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Best Hair Salon, Nail Salon, Barber Shop, Massage, Esthetician, And Spa In 2024: HBAR Salon Best Hair Salon, Nail Salon, Barber Shop, Massage, Esthetician, And Spa In 2024: HBAR Salon
Best Hair Salon, Nail Salon, Barber Shop, Massage, Esthetician, And Spa In 2024: Hbar Salon We are thrilled to announce that HBAR Salon is a six-time winner! HBAR Salon has been named Best Hair Salon, Best Nail Salon, Best Barber Shop, Best Massage, Best Esthetician, and Best Spa in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! As noted on HBAR Salon's website, founder Antonio Rende set out to create a premier salon in Stamford that merges luxury beauty services with a welcoming and personalized experience. Per its website, the team at HBAR Salon prioritizes ongoing education, allowing stylists and technicians to stay at the forefront of the latest advancements …
Best Landscaping In Fairfield County In 2024: Sullivan & Son Land Management Best Landscaping In Fairfield County In 2024: Sullivan & Son Land Management
Best Landscaping In Fairfield County In 2024: Sullivan & Son Land Management We are thrilled to announce that Sullivan & Son Land Management has been named Best Landscaping in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Sullivan & Son Land Management has been a trusted name in the lower Fairfield County area for more than three decades, delivering top-tier landscaping services to both residential and commercial clients. Its services include landscape maintenance, construction, hardscaping, masonry, and snow and ice management, per the company website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name …
Best Learning Center/Tutoring In Fairfield County In 2024: Tutor Me SOS Best Learning Center/Tutoring In Fairfield County In 2024: Tutor Me SOS
Best Learning Center/Tutoring In Fairfield County In 2024: Tutor Me SOS We are thrilled to announce that Tutor Me SOS has been named Best Learning Center/Tutoring in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Tutor Me SOS provides tailored educational support to students of all ages and academic levels. Its services are designed to enhance subject comprehension and test preparation, equipping students with the skills they need to excel both in and out of the classroom, per Tutor Me SOS's website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Fairfield County began with reader…
Best Financial Advisor In Fairfield County In 2024: Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors Best Financial Advisor In Fairfield County In 2024: Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors
Best Financial Advisor In Fairfield County In 2024: Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors We are thrilled to announce that Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors in Stamford has been named Best Financial Advisor in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! The Stamford branch offers a comprehensive range of financial services, including retirement planning, investment management, insurance services, legacy and succession planning, cash flow maintenance, and next-generation education, according to its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Fairfield County began with reader nominations in October and ended wi…
Best Bookstore In Fairfield County In 2024: Barrett Bookstore Best Bookstore In Fairfield County In 2024: Barrett Bookstore
Best Bookstore In Fairfield County In 2024: Barrett Bookstore We are thrilled to announce that Barrett Bookstore has been named Best Bookstore in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Barrett Bookstore has been a beloved part of Fairfield County since 1939, earning its reputation as the area's longest-standing independent bookstore. Originally established in Stamford, it relocated several times before settling in Darien, per its website. And as noted on its website, this 3,600 square foot store offers a thoughtfully curated selection of books for readers of all ages while fostering a strong connec…
Best Pizza In Fairfield County In 2024: Colony Grill Best Pizza In Fairfield County In 2024: Colony Grill
Best Pizza In Fairfield County In 2024: Colony Grill We are thrilled to announce that Colony Grill in Stamford has been named Best Pizza in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Colony Grill began as a post-Prohibition tavern in 1935, nestled within an Irish immigrant neighborhood in Stamford. Over the decades, Colony Grill has become celebrated for its unique, thin-crust pizza, best enjoyed with its signature "hot oil" topping—a spicy, pepper-infused creation that adds a distinctive kick to every bite, per its website. Colony Grill is known for its signature "hot oil" topping, as n…
Best Coffee Shop In Fairfield County In 2024: BonJo Coffee Roasters Best Coffee Shop In Fairfield County In 2024: BonJo Coffee Roasters
Best Coffee Shop In Fairfield County In 2024: BonJo Coffee Roasters We are thrilled to announce that BonJo Coffee Roasters has been named Best Coffee Shop in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to BonJo Coffee Roasters' website, the company began 40 years ago with a simple plan to bring Italian espresso to the Western world. Today, they have evolved into an adaptable coffee roaster, wholesaler, service technical department, and café, operated by the same passionate team that started this journey four decades ago, per its website. BonJo's mission is to create a unique and unmistakable coffee experience by pursuing bett…
Best Jewelry Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Peter Suchy Jewelers Best Jewelry Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Peter Suchy Jewelers
Best Jewelry Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Peter Suchy Jewelers We are thrilled to announce that Peter Suchy Jewelers has been named Best Jewelry Store in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Peter Suchy Jewelers has been a valued part of the Stamford community for more than three decades, specializing in exquisite vintage and antique jewelry. Renowned for its thoughtfully curated collection, the store offers a diverse array of high-quality, one-of-a-kind pieces, including engagement rings and timeless estate jewelry, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the B…
Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Trader Joe's Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Trader Joe's
Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store In Fairfield County In 2024: Trader Joe's We are thrilled to announce that Trader Joe's in Stamford has been named Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Trader Joe's in Stamford describes itself as a community-focused grocery store, featuring a distinctive range of products that balance quality and cost-effectiveness. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Fairfield County began with reader nominations in October and ended with a voting period for finalists in 80+ categories in December.  …
Best Italian Restaurant In Fairfield County In 2024: Cafe Silvium Best Italian Restaurant In Fairfield County In 2024: Cafe Silvium
Best Italian Restaurant In Fairfield County In 2024: Cafe Silvium We are thrilled to announce that Cafe Silvium has been named Best Italian Restaurant in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, brothers Nick and Vincenzo Petrafesa established Cafe Silvium in 2001, bringing the rich culinary traditions of their hometown, Gravina Di Puglia in Bari, Italy, to Stamford. Their vision was to create a cozy, family-friendly environment where guests can savor hearty, traditional Italian dishes, as noted on the website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Fairfield C…
Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says
Northeast Cities Among Most Diverse In US: Here's What A New Study Says The US population is rapidly diversifying, with cities in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic at the forefront, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 ranking of the nation's Most Diverse Cities on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Three Maryland communities topped the list of 501 locations, which were evaluated based on socioeconomic, cultural, economic, household, and religious diversity. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 10.2 percent of Americans identified as multiracial in 2020, a sharp increase from just 2.9 percent in 2010. "The most diverse cities demonstrate diversity in many …
Ex-Stamford Man Who Forced Child To Produce Child Porn, Abused Her Gets 26 Years: Feds Ex-Stamford Man Who Forced Child To Produce Child Porn, Abused Her Gets 26 Years: Feds
Ex-Stamford Man Who Forced Child To Produce Child Porn, Abused Her Gets 26 Years: Feds A 58-year-old Connecticut man who admitted to making child porn with a young girl and repeatedly sexually assaulting her will spend more than 26 years behind bars before being deported, authorities said.  Servio Barros-Terreros, formerly of Stamford, was sentenced to 360 months in prison for repeatedly abusing a girl who was 9 and 10 years old and threatening her to keep her quiet, the US Attorney for Connecticut said.  The girl reached out to police in December 2022 to report to Barros-Terreros had taken sexually explicit photos of her and made her undress for him …
57-Year-Old Rushed To ICU After Stamford Hit-Run Crash 57-Year-Old Rushed To ICU After Stamford Hit-Run Crash
57-Year-Old Rushed To ICU After Stamford Hit-Run Crash A 57-year-old Stamford man is in critical condition after being struck by an SUV on West Main Street, with police closing in on the suspected hit-and-run driver who fled the scene. The crash happened around 7 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 16, when a westbound 2008 Lexus SUV hit the pedestrian in the 400 block of West Main Street, police said. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries and was rushed to Stamford Hospital, where he was admitted to the ICU. The driver fled, but investigators identified the vehicle and tracked down a possible suspect, according to Stamford police. Officers questioned a…
Expect To See Former 'SNL' Cast Members With CT Ties During 50th Anniversary Show Expect To See Former 'SNL' Cast Members With CT Ties During 50th Anniversary Show
Expect To See Former 'SNL' Cast Members With CT Ties During 50th Anniversary Show "Saturday Night Live" will celebrate its 50th anniversary this weekend, and two former castmates with Connecticut connections will be on hand. No native of the Nutmeg State has ever been among the "Not Ready for Prime Time Players," but two performers with state ties who made big impacts on the iconic NBC sketch show are scheduled to appear on the Sunday, Feb. 16, anniversary show.  Those are Kevin Nealon and Bobby Moynihan. Related: SNL's Colin Jost To Host Comedy Show At Mohegan Sun Arena Nealon — born in Texas but raised in Bridgeport — was part of the NBC series from 1986 un…
Kendall Jenner Spotted At CT Diner Kendall Jenner Spotted At CT Diner
Kendall Jenner Spotted At CT Diner Supermodel Kendall Jenner made an unexpected stop at a popular Connecticut eatery, leaving locals buzzing. The 29-year-old reality star and model shared a snap from inside Lakeside Diner in Stamford on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of her low-key outing. Diner owner Jane Agostino told CT Insider she recognized Jenner “immediately” when she walked in on Tuesday, Feb. 11, and she and her guests "couldn't have been more pleasant."  Jenner was joined by Renell Medrano, who is tagged in her photo at the table enjoying an omelet. Jenner was in the area for New York Fashion Week, where s…
Fire Rips Through Stamford Auto Body Shop, Collapsing Ceiling Fire Rips Through Stamford Auto Body Shop, Collapsing Ceiling
Fire Rips Through Stamford Auto Body Shop, Collapsing Ceiling A massive fire engulfed an auto body shop in Fairfield County this week, forcing firefighters to battle intense flames for hours before the roof gave way. Firefighters rushed to the Shippan Auto Body at the corner of Halloween Boulevard and St. Mary’s Street in Stamford at 8:55 p.m. after reports of heavy smoke. Crews arrived to find flames bursting through the windows and had to cut through fencing and garage doors to get inside. Photo Courtesy of Donnalisa As the fire spread, the roof caved in, forcing Stamford firefighters to evacuate. A second alarm was struck, shifting efforts to a d…
Bloods Killer Hiding In Aunt's CT Apartment Arrested By Tactical Team, Police Say Bloods Killer Hiding In Aunt's CT Apartment Arrested By Tactical Team, Police Say
Bloods Killer Hiding In Aunt's CT Apartment Arrested By Tactical Team, Police Say A 19-year-old Bloods gangster wanted for an August murder in Yonkers, NY was tracked down and arrested inside a Stamford, CT apartment this week, authorities said. Kelvin Mitchell was taken into custody at his aunt's apartment on Atlantic Street apartment following the execution of a search warrant on Wednesday, Feb. 5, Stamford Police Capt. Richard Conklin said. Mitchell was wanted on a fully extraditable warrant for the killing of Daquan Glenn in Yonkers on Aug. 26, 2024, Conklin said. He faces charges of second-degree murder, second-degree attempted murder, second-degree assault, an…
Apizza Fights Dystopia: New Haven Shop's '1984' Parody Promotes New CT Restaurant (WATCH) Apizza Fights Dystopia: New Haven Shop's '1984' Parody Promotes New CT Restaurant (WATCH)
Apizza Fights Dystopia: New Haven Shop's '1984' Parody Promotes New CT Restaurant (Watch) A famous New Haven pizza restaurant is parodying an iconic Super Bowl commercial to build hype for its newest location in Farmington. Sally's Apizza will open its restaurant at the Westfarms mall on Thursday, Feb. 13. Located on the ground level of Jordan's Furniture, the pizzeria will feature an 80-foot-wide, high-resolution LED screen and an expanded menu. To promote the new location, Sally's released an AI-generated parody of Apple's famous 1984 Super Bowl commercial called "Sally's Farmington: THE VISION". The pizzeria will open four days after Super Bowl LIX. The 90-second promo imagi…
Iconic New Haven Apizza Shop Preparing To Open Newest Restaurant In Norwalk Iconic New Haven Apizza Shop Preparing To Open Newest Restaurant In Norwalk
Iconic New Haven Apizza Shop Preparing To Open Newest Restaurant In Norwalk An iconic New Haven pizzeria will soon serve its delicious coal-fired pies in Norwalk. Sally's Apizza is preparing to welcome customers to its newest restaurant inside The SoNo Collection mall. The pizzeria is expected to open between April and June, a Sally's spokesperson told the Daily Voice. Sally’s is known for its thin, crispy, and chewy New Haven-style "apizza"—pronounced "ah-beetz"—made in custom-designed coal-fired ovens. Fans travel from all over for its signature sauce-forward pies with a distinctive oven-kissed char. The original restaurant on Wooster Street in New Haven wa…
Everywhere ICE Agents Have Been Spotted In CT; What To Know About Raids, Your Rights Everywhere ICE Agents Have Been Spotted In CT; What To Know About Raids, Your Rights
Everywhere ICE Agents Have Been Spotted In CT; What To Know About Raids, Your Rights As President Donald Trump pushes ahead with his controversial initiative to detain and deport millions of migrants, people across Connecticut have begun reporting on social media where they’ve spotted Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. ICE agents have spread out nationwide, arresting more than 5,500 people in the first week of Trump’s presidency, according to ABC News — nearly tripling the number of arrests in an average week during Joe Biden’s term. NBC News reported the agency has a daily quota of 1,250 to 1,500 arrests.  However, tracking these arrests and detain…
State Investigating Hanging Death Of NY Man In Stamford Police Custody State Investigating Hanging Death Of NY Man In Stamford Police Custody
State Investigating Hanging Death Of NY Man In Stamford Police Custody State investigators are probing the in-custody death of a 36-year-old man who died while being held at the Stamford Police Department.  The Office of Inspector General, in collaboration with Stamford police, confirmed that Jamal Linton was found unresponsive in his cell on Sunday evening, Jan. 26, hours after being arrested on multiple charges, including second-degree assault and strangulation.  Linton, who was being held on a $75,000 bond, was discovered at approximately 5:42 p.m., appearing to have hanged himself, authorities said. Officers immediately performed first aid before…
Family-Owned Chain Crafting Handspun Milkshakes To Open In Stamford, First CT Shop Family-Owned Chain Crafting Handspun Milkshakes To Open In Stamford, First CT Shop
Family-Owned Chain Crafting Handspun Milkshakes To Open In Stamford, First CT Shop A family-owned business specializing in handspun milkshakes and premium chocolates for more than 110 years is expanding to Connecticut. MilkShake Factory will open a location in Stamford in "the second half of fall 2025," a company spokesperson told the Daily Voice on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The shop in High Ridge Center will take over the 1,139-square-foot space formerly occupied by Cold Stone Creamery. The dessert chain is known for its indulgent milkshakes and artisanal chocolates. It was founded in 1914 when two Greek immigrants named Charlie and Orania Sarandou …
Norwalk Substitute Teacher Sent Inappropriate Messages to Middle School Students: Police Norwalk Substitute Teacher Sent Inappropriate Messages to Middle School Students: Police
Norwalk Substitute Teacher Sent Inappropriate Messages to Middle School Students: Police A Connecticut substitute teacher is facing multiple charges after allegedly sending inappropriate messages to middle school students in Norwalk, police said. Richard Lovallo, 64, of Stamford, was arrested on Jan. 24, 2025, following an extensive investigation by the Norwalk Police Special Victims Unit. He faces two counts of risk of injury to a minor/impairing morals and two counts of harmful communication with a minor, according to authorities. The investigation began in September 2024 when Norwalk police received a complaint from a local middle school. Police did not identify the school. …
Health-Focused Cafe Green & Tonic Opening in Downtown Stamford Health-Focused Cafe Green & Tonic Opening in Downtown Stamford
Health-Focused Cafe Green & Tonic Opening in Downtown Stamford Green & Tonic, a popular health-focused cafe, will open its newest location in downtown Stamford next week, offering locals a fresh option for clean and convenient eating. The cafe, set to open Monday, Jan. 27, is located within walking distance of the UConn Stamford campus at 54 West Park Place. It aims to serve both students and downtown residents. Known for its plant-based menu, Green & Tonic has recently expanded to include organic chicken and pasture-raised eggs alongside its smoothies, salads, and grab-and-go meals. The Stamford location will also feature a Salad Station, allo…
Stamford-Based Purdue Pharma To Pay $7.4B In Historic Opioid Settlement: How Much Will CT Get? Stamford-Based Purdue Pharma To Pay $7.4B In Historic Opioid Settlement: How Much Will CT Get?
Stamford-Based Purdue Pharma To Pay $7.4B In Historic Opioid Settlement: How Much Will CT Get? Purdue Pharma will pay more than $7 billion for the corporation's role in fueling the opioid epidemic that has killed hundreds of thousands of Americans. The Sackler family and Purdue Pharma reached a $7.4 billion settlement with attorneys general from 15 states on Thursday, Jan. 23. The Sacklers have owned the company headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, for decades. The settlement includes $6.5 billion from the Sackler family, with $1.5 billion to be paid immediately, and nearly $900 million from Purdue Pharma. Funds will be distributed to states, local governments, and victims ov…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Fairfield County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Fairfield County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Fairfield County A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…
Stamford Driver Charged In Crash That Left Pedestrian With Life-Altering Injuries Stamford Driver Charged In Crash That Left Pedestrian With Life-Altering Injuries
Stamford Driver Charged In Crash That Left Pedestrian With Life-Altering Injuries A 28-year-old Fairfield County man is charged in a motorcycle crash that left a 24-year-old pedestrian with possibly life-altering injuries, authorities said. Kevin Calle, of Stamford, is charged with second-degree assault and reckless operation in the October 30, 2024, crash, police said. Investigators allege Calle was riding west on Tresser Boulevard in Stamford around 7:41 p.m. on a Kawasaki motorcycle when he hit 24-year-old Lucas Honohan, a New York resident, as he crossed the street, authorities said. The impact "vaulted" Honohan and threw Calle from his 2023 motorcycle, Stamford pol…
CT Teen Killed In Shelton Hit-Run Crash On Route 8, Others Seriously Injured CT Teen Killed In Shelton Hit-Run Crash On Route 8, Others Seriously Injured
CT Teen Killed In Shelton Hit-Run Crash On Route 8, Others Seriously Injured A 14-year-old Connecticut girl was killed and two others were seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash on Route 8 early Sunday morning, Jan. 12.  Chloe Ramsubhag, of Waterbury, was riding in a Honda Del Sol when for unknown reasons, an SUV crashed into the rear of the vehicle just after 12:30 a.m. near Exit 7, Connecticut State Police said. The impact sent the car through the grass median and into oncoming traffic in the southbound lanes.  An Accord smashed into the Del Sol's passenger side, where Ramsubhag was sitting.  The SUV driver did not stop but called police to …
Vince McMahon To Pay $1.7M+ For Hiding Sexual Misconduct Payments From Stamford-Based WWE Vince McMahon To Pay $1.7M+ For Hiding Sexual Misconduct Payments From Stamford-Based WWE
Vince McMahon To Pay $1.7M+ For Hiding Sexual Misconduct Payments From Stamford-Based WWE World Wrestling Entertainment founder Vince McMahon will pay more than $1.7 million after he was accused of not disclosing payment agreements related to sexual misconduct with two women, officials said. McMahon, WWE's former executive chairman and CEO, reached the agreement related to charges from the Securities and Exchange Commission, the federal agency said in a news release on Friday, Jan. 10. The SEC said McMahon concealed the "hush money" payments, creating discrepancies in WWE's financial reports. McMahon agreed to pay a $400,000 civil penalty and reimburse $1,330…
Cocaine Found In Danbury Man Asleep In Car School In Darien, Cops Say Cocaine Found In Danbury Man Asleep In Car School In Darien, Cops Say
Cocaine Found In Danbury Man Asleep In Car School In Darien, Cops Say A Danbury man is facing charges of drug possession and use of paraphernalia after police say they found him asleep in his car at a Darien school with cocaine and other drug-related items, police said. The incident happened early on Jan. 2, at Hindley School, located at 10 Nearwater Lane, Darien police said. Around 2:30 a.m., officers were checking on a suspicious vehicle parked at the school when they found Jonathan Havanick, 27, asleep inside, police said. According to authorities, officers noticed glassine bags with white powder residue, commonly used for narcotics packaging, in the drive…
'Chef' Cooks Up Jail Time After Police Uncover Drug Kitchen In His Stamford Home: Cops 'Chef' Cooks Up Jail Time After Police Uncover Drug Kitchen In His Stamford Home: Cops
'Chef' Cooks Up Jail Time After Police Uncover Drug Kitchen In His Stamford Home: Cops Police in Connecticut have dismantled an alleged drug operation responsible for producing thousands of street-ready doses of PCP, authorities announced. Trevor "Chef" Whittingham, 49, of Stamford, is facing serious charges after a months-long investigation that authorities say uncovered $35,000 worth of hallucinogenic drugs and packaging materials at his home and in his vehicles, Stamford police said. Detectives executed search warrants at Whittingham's home on Ledge Lane, as well as on his 2010 Lexus RX350 and 2007 Lincoln Navigator. During the search, officers seized $2,822 in cash, 56 fl…