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26-Year-Old Woman's Suspicious Death In Redding Under Investigation 26-Year-Old Woman's Suspicious Death In Redding Under Investigation
26-Year-Old Woman's Suspicious Death In Redding Under Investigation Connecticut State Police's Major Crimes Squad has taken over the case of a suspicious death of a 26-year-old Fairfield County woman whose body was found in a wooded area. Related: Body Found In Redding On Route 53 The victim, identified as Leah Chaparro, of Bridgeport, was discovered on Sunday, Feb. 18 by a jogger in Redding on Route 53 (Glen Road). Detectives are actively investigating the suspicious circumstances surrounding Chaparro’s death, state police said. Chaparro, a graduate of Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk, was known for her love of music, and dancing, and had an i…
Former Norwalk School Bookkeeper Stole $35K, Police Say Former Norwalk School Bookkeeper Stole $35K, Police Say
Former Norwalk School Bookkeeper Stole $35K, Police Say A former Fairfield County school bookkeeper has been charged with felony larceny after allegedly stealing more than $35,000, police said. Marilyn Knox, age 67, of Norwalk, was charged on Wednesday, Aug. 30, for stealing money while employed at Brien McMahon High School. According to Lt. Tomasz Podgorski, of the Norwalk Police, on Tuesday, June 20, the Norwalk Public Schools contacted the Norwalk Police Department regarding a previously employed staff member who committed thefts over an extended period of time.  An investigation by the Detective Bureau revealed that Knox, who…
Man Charged With Attacking Fairfield County Youth Football Coach With Helmet Man Charged With Attacking Fairfield County Youth Football Coach With Helmet
Man Charged With Attacking Fairfield County Youth Football Coach With Helmet A Fairfield County man has been charged with allegedly attacking a youth football coach with a helmet. The incident took place in Norwalk at 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 2 at the Brien McMahon High School field during a game. According to Sgt. Sofia Gulino, of the Norwalk Police, the assault took place on the field during the game. Following an investigation, Norwalk Police arrested Christopher Polk, age 32, of Norwalk on Tuesday, Oct. 4, Gulino said. When police were dispatched to the field on Sunday, they located the unconscious man laying on the field, along with a large crowd of adult an…
Police Investigating Assault At Fairfield County Youth Football Game Police Investigating Assault At Fairfield County Youth Football Game
Police Investigating Assault At Fairfield County Youth Football Game Police in Fairfield County are seeking information and videos of an alleged assault at a youth football game. The incident took place in Norwalk at 1 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 2 at the Brien McMahon High School field during a game. According to Sgt. Sofia Gulino, of the Norwalk Police, the assault took place on the field during the game. The assault reportedly involved a coach being attacked by a parent, according to published reports. Gulino declined to comment further on the type of assault, citing an ongoing investigation. "We are requesting that anyone who witnessed the incident or rec…
Four Schools Put In Lockdown After Shots Fired In Fairfield County, Police Say Four Schools Put In Lockdown After Shots Fired In Fairfield County, Police Say
Four Schools Put In Lockdown After Shots Fired In Fairfield County, Police Say Four Fairfield County schools were briefly placed on lockdown after shots were fired in the area. The incident took place around in Norwalk around 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 24. Norwalk Police responded to the area of Bouton Street after receiving a 911 call of shots being fired, said Sgt. Sofia Gulino, of the Norwalk Police Department. Out of an abundance of caution, the schools in the immediate area were alerted, while police personnel searched the area and gathered information, Gulino said. The schools affected included Brien McMahon High School, Roton Middle School, Brook…
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…
COVID-19: School District In Fairfield County Fined For Not Having Proper PPE COVID-19: School District In Fairfield County Fined For Not Having Proper PPE
Covid-19: School District In Fairfield County Fined For Not Having Proper PPE A Fairfield County school district was fined for failing to provide proper personal protective equipment to its custodial staff. The Norwalk School District was fined $700 by the Connecticut Department of Labor for allegedly allowing custodians at Brien McMahon High School to use non-chemical resistant gloves to sanitize the building. OSHA issued the citation on Wednesday, Nov. 18, and the district had until this week to pay the fine and address the issue, though it was handled earlier.  The district was also cited for using improper hand protection, though there was no fine to go wit…
COVID-19: One More Norwalk Public School Goes Remote; Here's Brand-New Rundown COVID-19: One More Norwalk Public School Goes Remote; Here's Brand-New Rundown
Covid-19: One More Norwalk Public School Goes Remote; Here's Brand-New Rundown Norwalk Public Schools has added another school to its list of those that have moved to full remote learning due to COVID-19. School officials were notified late Thursday, Dec. 10, of new confirmed COVID cases at West Rocks Middle School, said Brenda Wilcox Williams, chief communications officer for Norwalk Public Schools. As a result, West Rocks will be on full remote learning on Friday, Dec. 11, to allow time for contact tracing to take place.  Related Story: COVID-19: Here's Rundown Of Norwalk Schools Switching To Remote Learning With One New Addition Students should log…
COVID-19: Here's Rundown Of Norwalk Schools Switching To Remote Learning With One New Addition COVID-19: Here's Rundown Of Norwalk Schools Switching To Remote Learning With One New Addition
Covid-19: Here's Rundown Of Norwalk Schools Switching To Remote Learning With One New Addition As Norwalk Public Schools adds another school to full remote learning due to cases of COVID-19, there are currently 14 schools on full remote learning in the district.  The latest school to move to full remove learning is Tracey Magnet School after the district was notified on Thursday, Dec. 10, that a member of the school community had tested positive for COVID-19, said Brenda Wilcox Williams, chief communications officer.  "Due to the number of staff members now quarantined, we have determined it is necessary to transition to full remote learning for all students starting t…
COVID-19: Latest School In Fairfield County Announces Shift To Remote Learning COVID-19: Latest School In Fairfield County Announces Shift To Remote Learning
Covid-19: Latest School In Fairfield County Announces Shift To Remote Learning Another Fairfield County school is switching over to its distance learning model through the Thanksgiving holiday as the mounting number of COVID-19 cases caused a minor staffing shortage. Nathan Hale Middle School in Norwalk went all-virtual beginning on Monday, Nov. 23 due to newly confirmed COVID-19 cases. Students will not return to in-person learning through Monday, Nov. 30. School officials said that the case required more staff members to quarantine, forcing the switch to remote learning. The move comes days after the Brien McMahon High School and the Center for Global Students ma…
COVID-19: Norwalk Public Schools Sticking To In-Person Learning Despite City's Red Zone Status COVID-19: Norwalk Public Schools Sticking To In-Person Learning Despite City's Red Zone Status
Covid-19: Norwalk Public Schools Sticking To In-Person Learning Despite City's Red Zone Status Despite Norwalk entering the “red zone” due to a spike in COVID-19 cases in the city, students in the school district will continue in-person learning, officials announced. Earlier story - COVID-19: Norwalk, Bridgeport Latest Cities In Fairfield County To Roll Back To Phase 2 Schools Superintendent Alexandra Estrella said that after evaluating the data, the hybrid learning model will remain in place for middle and high school students, with full in-person learning an option for elementary school students, English learners, and students with disabilities. Fully remote learning is also …
COVID-19: More Schools In Fairfield County Go Remote After Positive Cases COVID-19: More Schools In Fairfield County Go Remote After Positive Cases
Covid-19: More Schools In Fairfield County Go Remote After Positive Cases More schools in Fairfield County are transitioning to their distance learning models due to newly confirmed COVID-19 cases. Related story - COVID-19: 11 New Cases Lead To Quarantines For 60 At Norwalk Public Schools Kendall Elementary School in Norwalk canceled in-person classes on Monday, Oct. 19 to allow the district and Fairfield County Department of Health time to contact trace to determine if anyone else may have been exposed to the virus. New cases were also confirmed in Cranbury Elementary and West Rocks Middle School, officials said, forcing some students and staff members to ente…
COVID-19: 11 New Cases Lead To Quarantines For 60 At Norwalk Public Schools COVID-19: 11 New Cases Lead To Quarantines For 60 At Norwalk Public Schools
Covid-19: 11 New Cases Lead To Quarantines For 60 At Norwalk Public Schools There were 11 new confirmed COVID-19 cases over a 24-hour period in the Norwalk Public School District, leading to quarantines for about 60 staff members and students. The period was from Thursday, Oct. 15 to Friday, Oct. 16, the district said. "The affected people have been instructed to remain home in self-isolation and have been provided with additional instructions to follow prior to returning to school," the district said in a statement. "Family members have also been instructed to contact their healthcare provider about getting tested." The district said that contact and exposur…
COVID-19: Three Positive Cases Confirmed At School District In Fairfield County COVID-19: Three Positive Cases Confirmed At School District In Fairfield County
Covid-19: Three Positive Cases Confirmed At School District In Fairfield County Three positive COVID-19 cases have been confirmed by a school district in Fairfield County. The Norwalk Public School District received notification on Friday, Sept. 18. A fourth person is presumed to be positive, Norwalk Schools Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella said. The affected persons have been instructed to remain home in self-isolation for 10 days and have been provided with additional instructions to follow prior to returning to school, Estrella said. Family members have also been instructed to contact their healthcare provider about getting tested.  Any student requ…
These Fairfield County HS Students Named 2021 National Merit Semifinalists These Fairfield County HS Students Named 2021 National Merit Semifinalists
These Fairfield County HS Students Named 2021 National Merit Semifinalists Some of Fairfield County's best and brightest students were among those chosen as semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program, which celebrates the academic achievements of high schoolers. This week, 16,000 high school seniors were chosen from around the country as semifinalists, who are vying for 7,600 scholarships totaling more than $30 million that will be announced in the spring. To become a finalist, semifinalists and an official from their high school must submit a detailed scholarship application that provides information about the students’ academic record, participation…
21-Year-Old From Fairfield County Dies From COVID-19 21-Year-Old From Fairfield County Dies From COVID-19
21-Year-Old From Fairfield County Dies From Covid-19 A 21-year-old woman who spent her entire life growing up and attending school in Fairfield County has died from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Sher Enriquez, of Stamford, and a 2017 grad of Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk, lost her battle with COVID-19 last week. "She was a lovely, sweet, artistic young woman who brought much joy and kindness to our little community," CGS Director Julie Parham wrote on the school's Facebook page. "We are lucky we had a chance to spend four lovely years with her. Godspeed, Sher. Our hearts are with you." A friend and fellow student, P…
Actor From Fairfield County Makes TV Debut On NBC's 'Chicago PD' Actor From Fairfield County Makes TV Debut On NBC's 'Chicago PD'
Actor From Fairfield County Makes TV Debut On NBC's 'Chicago PD' An actor and director from Norwalk will soon make his television debut on the NBC series, “Chicago PD.” Bartek Szymanski will guest star in the fifth episode of the seventh season of the show, premiering Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 10 p.m. on NBC. Born in Stamford, Szymanski is known for independent films including “Creedmoria” and “The Farthest Apple From the Tree.” He graduated from Brien McMahon High School in 2014 and served as the Senior Class President, studying BFA Acting for Film, Television, Voice-overs and Commercials at Pace University in New York City.  Szymanski was elected Exe…
Man Charged With Murder In Norwalk Stabbing Of Former HS Basketball Standout Man Charged With Murder In Norwalk Stabbing Of Former HS Basketball Standout
Man Charged With Murder In Norwalk Stabbing Of Former HS Basketball Standout The 29-year-old man apprehended for the fatal stabbing of a former high school basketball standout in Norwalk has now been charged with murder. Previous report: Man Held In Connection With Fatal Norwalk Stabbing Of Ex-HS Basketball Star Sheldon Frierson, 29 of Norwalk, was identified as a person of interest in the death of Michael Moody, 29, of Norwalk, who was found stabbed to death outside his Fairfield Avenue home just over a week ago. Known as a talented basketball player, Moody played at Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk, where he was known for his "smooth," jump shot, wa…
Man Held In Connection With Fatal Norwalk Stabbing Of Ex-HS Basketball Star Man Held In Connection With Fatal Norwalk Stabbing Of Ex-HS Basketball Star
Man Held In Connection With Fatal Norwalk Stabbing Of Ex-HS Basketball Star This story has been updated. Police have arrested a man in connection with the fatal stabbing of a former high school basketball star in Norwalk. Sheldon Frierson, 29 of Norwalk, was identified as a person of interest in the death of Michael Moody, 29, of Norwalk, who was found stabbed to death outside his Fairfield Avenue home on Thursday, Aug. 8, said Norwalk Police Lt. Terrence Blake.  Known as a talented basketball player, Moody played at Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk, where he was known for his "smooth," jump shot, was stabbed around 1 a.m. Thursday, Norwalk Police said. …
Fatal Stabbing Victim Was Former HS Basketball Star In Norwalk Fatal Stabbing Victim Was Former HS Basketball Star In Norwalk
Fatal Stabbing Victim Was Former HS Basketball Star In Norwalk As news spread of the stabbing death of a 29-year-old Norwalk man, family and friends gathered outside of his Fairfield Avenue home. Known as a talented basketball player, Michael Moody, who played at Brien McMahon High School in Norwalk, where he was known for his "smooth," jump shot, was stabbed around 1 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 8, Norwalk Police said. Norwalk police, who have not released many details, said on Thursday they had a person of interest in the death of the longtime resident neighbors called quiet, but friendly. Moody’s death is the first homicide in Norwalk since Johnny Lez…
Norwalk FD To Unveil New Fire Safety House Design Norwalk FD To Unveil New Fire Safety House Design
Norwalk FD To Unveil New Fire Safety House Design The Norwalk Fire Department’s Fire Safety House has a new look thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Norwalk.  The Kiwanis, who originally supplied the funding to purchase the camper more than 20 years ago, recently provided additional money so the trailer could get a new, modern look, said the Norwalk Fire Department. The trailer will be showcased for the first time outside of the Norwalk Public Schools STEM Expo on Saturday, March 16 at Brien McMahon High School. The Fire Safety House that was once a plain white trailer with sparse lettering is now wrapped in flames with bold graphics. The cart…
Area High School Teacher Wins $15K Leadership Award Area High School Teacher Wins $15K Leadership Award
Area High School Teacher Wins $15K Leadership Award A high school special education teacher from Connecticut has won a prestigious $15,000 leadership award. Kelsey LaPrad of Stamford, who teaches at Brien McMahon High School n Norwalk, received the grant as part of the Nellie Mae Education Foundation’s Lawrence W. O’Toole Leadership Awards. A total of 13 teachers across the region are being honored for their leadership.   LaPrad provides students with intellectual disabilities and autism with real-world learning experiences.  LaPrad said she plans to use the grant to train students and teachers to implement a peer-assisted classroom model …
Norwalk High School Students Launch Petition Protesting GPA Calculation Norwalk High School Students Launch Petition Protesting GPA Calculation
Norwalk High School Students Launch Petition Protesting GPA Calculation More than 455 people have signed the petition Request an Equitable GPA/Ranking System at Norwalk High School started by Norwalk High School Senior Chaz Bethel-Brescia as of Friday morning May 18.  The point of it? To have the Norwalk Board of Education re-examine how grade point average (GPA) is calculated at Norwalk High School. A good GPA is something high school students strive for and can make the difference when it comes to college acceptance and especially to class standing. In March, Norwalk High changed the way it calculates GPA by giving members of its Norwalk Early College Academ…
Brothers From Newtown Named As Winners In Sen. Murphy's MLK Essay Contest Brothers From Newtown Named As Winners In Sen. Murphy's MLK Essay Contest
Brothers From Newtown Named As Winners In Sen. Murphy's MLK Essay Contest NEWTOWN, Conn. — Two brothers from Newtown are among the winners in the second annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Essay Challenge sponsored by U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy.  “Dr. King inspired us all to fight for justice and equality. For the second year in a row, I’m totally blown away by the essays and ideas of these students. It was hard to pick just a few winners,” said Murphy. Kenneth Konrad Miller, 7, a student at Sandy Hook Elementary School, and his brother, Karl Daniel Miller, a student at Newtown High, wrote about their experiences as African-American students in largely white town. In …