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Former Police Chief, Veteran From Brookfield Dies Former Police Chief, Veteran From Brookfield Dies
Former Police Chief, Veteran From Brookfield Dies A former police chief from Connecticut who led a department in Northern Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of public service. Fairfield County resident Fred Gambino, Jr. of Brookfield, the former chief of the North Castle Police Department, died on Sunday, Dec. 3 at the age of 86, the department announced on Monday, Dec. 11.  Born in White Plains in 1937, Gambino graduated from White Plains High School before going on to serve in the Marine Corps.  After this, he then began a long career in law enforcement by joining the New York State Police. He eventually joi…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now
This Town Is Most Underrated In CT, New Rankings Say: Do You Agree? Vote Now Of all the wonderful places to go in Connecticut, there's one town that gets looked over too often, according to a new ranking. Cheapism.com, a blog covering affordable travel, items, and more, ranked the New Haven County town of Guilford as the state’s most overlooked place in its new ranking, “The Most Underrated Town in Every State.” In order to determine this, the site combed through online reviews and rankings to find places that don't usually get national attention but still have "tremendous value to visitors and locals alike," according to Cheapism.  The over 375-year-old tow…

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by Sophie Grieser
Business
This Fairfield County Locale Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say This Fairfield County Locale Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say
This Fairfield County Locale Has Best Downtown Shopping In CT, New Rankings Say A new ranking says one Connecticut as the absolute best place for a shopping spree in the state. Online news site Cheapism.com dubbed Fairfield County’s own Ridgefield as the state's best place to shop its “Best 'Main Street' Shopping Districts in All 50 States” ranking. In an attempt to stray away from big box stores in favor of mom-and-pop shops, the list gathers the most quaint shopping districts from towns with fewer than 90,000 residents. Ridgefield’s Main Street and Danbury Road are named by Cheapism.com as the places to check out for not only the shops and boutiques they house bu…

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by Sophie Grieser
Weather
New Update: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Reaches 'Unhealthy' Level Across CT New Update: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Reaches 'Unhealthy' Level Across CT
New Update: Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Reaches 'Unhealthy' Level Across CT It's time for some to get out protective masks as smoke from Canadian wildfires is drifting over Connecticut and elevating the air quality to "unhealthy" levels. On Friday, June 30, Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) said smoke from wildfires over Quebec is expected to elevate fine particulate matter (PM2.5) levels across the entire state. The red dots designate unhealthy areas.AirNow.gov When air quality is forecasted to be unhealthy, there is an increased likelihood for everyone and especially members of sensitive groups to experience health effects…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Top 5 Places To See Fall Colors In Connecticut Top 5 Places To See Fall Colors In Connecticut
Top 5 Places To See Fall Colors In Connecticut With fall colors painting the leaves in hues of red, gold, and yellow, it’s time to get leaf peepin’. But some places are better than others to observe the annual natural wonder. Local Connecticut has listed the top five places in the state to see fall colors. Among the locations are: Talcott Mountain State Park The 575-acres park on Talcott Mountain is spread across Avon, Bloomfield, and Simsbury. At the top is the Heublein tower, which has an excellent view of the area. Lover’s Leap State Park There are many easy and short walks that can be taken through the lush and scenic park in …

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by Kristin Palpini
Weather
Chance For Showers, Storms Before Skies Brighten For Sunday Chance For Showers, Storms Before Skies Brighten For Sunday
Chance For Showers, Storms Before Skies Brighten For Sunday The next-to-last weekend of the summer will start off with a chance for showers and storms before things brighten up. It won't be the best day for outdoor plans on Saturday, Sept. 14 as cloudy skies, scattered showers and cooler temperatures are expected through the day.  Temperatures will be comfortable in the low 70s with low humidity.  The shower chance starts around 3 p.m., with showers becoming likely after 8 p.m., with the possibility for storms. A big change comes on Sunday, Sept. 15, which will be mostly sunny with more humidity and a high temperature in the upper 70s. …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Storms With Locally Heavy Downpours Will Disrupt Outdoor Plans For Father's Day Storms With Locally Heavy Downpours Will Disrupt Outdoor Plans For Father's Day
Storms With Locally Heavy Downpours Will Disrupt Outdoor Plans For Father's Day Planning outdoor activities for Father's Day? Then you may want to have a Plan B. First, the good news. It won't be a total weekend washout by any means. Saturday, June 15 will be just perfect for those looking to spend time outside with a mix of sun and clouds and a high temperature near 80 degrees. Clouds will overspread the area Saturday evening with showers moving in overnight as a slow-moving cold front arrives. Father's Day, Sunday, June 16, will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature in the mid 70s.  There will be spotty showers during the morning hours with a cha…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Rain Will Return: Big Change Coming After Rare Dry Weekend Rain Will Return: Big Change Coming After Rare Dry Weekend
Rain Will Return: Big Change Coming After Rare Dry Weekend There's a big change coming following the first dry weekend of the spring. Here's what to expect, and when: Sunday, June 9: Mostly sunny skies will fade behind thickening clouds in the afternoon. Temperatures will be slightly cooler with a high in the mid 70s inland and low 70s along the coast. (See second image above.) There will be a calm breeze with winds between 5 to 8 mph. If you're heading to the beach, there will be a moderate risk of rip current development. Remember to heed the advice of local beach patrol and flag warning systems and swim near a lifeguard. Monday, June 10:&…

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Dangerous Heat: Temperature, Humidity Will Combine To Make It Feel As High As 110 Degrees Dangerous Heat: Temperature, Humidity Will Combine To Make It Feel As High As 110 Degrees
Dangerous Heat: Temperature, Humidity Will Combine To Make It Feel As High As 110 Degrees High temperatures in the 90s Tuesday and Wednesday combined with high humidity will make it feel as high as 110 degrees in some parts of the area. (See image above.) A Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service will be in effect from 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28 until 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29. A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days, or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time. The heat and humidity may cause heat stress during outdoor exertion or extended exposure. …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Find Out Where Fairfield Ranks Among State's Best Counties To Live Find Out Where Fairfield Ranks Among State's Best Counties To Live
Find Out Where Fairfield Ranks Among State's Best Counties To Live New rankings confirm what you probably already think. Fairfield County is one of the best places to live in Connecticut. Niche.com's 2018 Best Counties to Live in Connecticut rankings weighed such factors as crime rates, housing trends, the quality of local schools, employment statistics and local amenities. The No. 1-ranked county in the state is -- drum roll, please -- Fairfield County. It drew A rankings for good for families, outdoor activities and diversity and A- for public schools and nightlife and an A+ for health and fitness. To view the complete Niche rankings, click here.

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
July 4th Forecast: Some Good News, Bad News July 4th Forecast: Some Good News, Bad News
July 4th Forecast: Some Good News, Bad News July 4th will be independent weather-wise in one way, but very similar to what we've seen the last five days in another. First, the good news. It will be a partly sunny day with just a chance of thunderstorms. The most likely time frame for any storms is from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesday when there's a 30 percent chance. The evening should be storm-free, meaning fireworks celebrations and outdoor activities are not in any serious danger. Now, the not so good news. Yes, the heat wave will be technically over as the actual high temperature is expected to be around 85 degrees. (A heat wave …

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by Joe Lombardi
Weather
Heat Wave Hits Day 4 With New Wrinkle; Will July 4th Be Stormy, Steamy? Heat Wave Hits Day 4 With New Wrinkle; Will July 4th Be Stormy, Steamy?
Heat Wave Hits Day 4 With New Wrinkle; Will July 4th Be Stormy, Steamy? The heat wave hits Day 4 a day before the Fourth of July, but there's a new wrinkle in Tuesday's forecast.Namely, thunderstorms. Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories continue through 9 p.m. Tuesday for much of the region as heat index values are again expected to rise to between 99 and 105 degrees for inland areas. Morning fog will lift, followed by hazy sunshine and then thunderstorms. The storm chance starts at around 1 p.m. and continues through the evening. The storms will bring some relief from the oppressive humidity with the heat wave expected to end on Independence Day, with…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Picture This: Daily Voice Readers' Photos Of Biggest Storm Of Winter Picture This: Daily Voice Readers' Photos Of Biggest Storm Of Winter
Picture This: Daily Voice Readers' Photos Of Biggest Storm Of Winter How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area New Nor'easter Possible Next Week: Here Are Two Scenarios While the weather outside is frightful, this storm can be exhilarating, too, right? Daily Voice readers rallied during our second brutal Nor'easter in a week to send some photos -- mostly pretty -- of the storm.  If you are still without power, or frustrated with the utility companies' delayed response, we also welcome photos of their recovery efforts.  If your children are having fun outdoors, or you spot a beautiful (or even scary) winter scene, please share it with Daily …

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by Jon Craig