FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- State Rep. Brenda Kupchick (R-132) has received the endorsement of the Independent Party of Connecticut in her re-election bid.“I am proud to receive the endorsement for my work on behalf of Fairfield residents,” said Kupchick. “I believe receiving the support of the CT Independent Party is reflective of my record of being an independent voice for the 132nd District ...

DANBURY, Conn. -- Students at South Street School in Danbury celebrated International Dot Day, a day inspired by author Peter H. Reynolds’ book "The Dot." Teachers at South Street celebrated the day on Thursday, Sept. 22, by reading and discussing the book with kindergarten and first-grade students, making artwork and singing a song. The project culminated with an all-school ...

WESTPORT, Conn. -- Shofar in the Park, a 30-minute high holiday service for Rosh Hashanah, is coming to Westport on Oct. 3.The Jewish New Year celebration will take place at 5:15 p.m. when the ancient instrument will be blown at Riverside Park. The event is free, open to the public and will take place rain or shine.Riverside Park is located at 427 Riverside Ave. in Westport. For more ...

NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- Grace Farms in New Canaan will host a series of special programs from Oct. 8 through 15 in honor of its one-year anniversary.Grace Farms describes itself as a welcoming place, where a building designed by SANAA is seamlessly integrated into 80 acres of open space. The space allows people to experience nature, encounter the arts, pursue justice, foster community, and ...

WESTPORT, Conn. -- Restaurant Week is coming to the Westport and Weston area from Sunday, Oct. 2 through Sunday, Oct. 16. “Our restaurants have embraced this event whole heatedly making it very robust, people will need the two weeks,” said Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Matthew Mandell. “We want people to eat local and with flexible pricing, it will allow both ...

STAMFORD, Conn. -- An afternoon of food and fun to show support for U.S. military veterans and first responders affected by post-traumatic Stress Disorder is planned for Sunday, Oct. 1, at Cove Island Park in Stamford.There is no charge to those with service ID, and public donations are accepted. Dan Karger, the organizer of the first PTSD Warriors Cove Island Picnic, said the day is ...

RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Ridgefield has events all around town throughout October for residents of all ages, including a voter registration drive, a celebration of libraries and events with animals.On Saturday, Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., the Ridgefield Library will host its first Love Your Library Day. During the day, children’s authors will be showcased in the lower level of the ...

NEW FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- There are several options for residents who want to register to vote in New Fairfield.Voter Registration Cards can be obtained anytime from the New Fairfield Public Library or in the Town Hall during regular business hours. In addition, the Registrars of Voters will be in session on Wednesdays in October (5, 12 and 19) between the hours of 3 and 5 p.m. The last ...

BROOKFIELD, Conn. — The Independent Party of Connecticut has endorsed Craig Miner in his race for State Senate at its recent convention. Miner is also the endorsed Republican candidate in the race. He is running against Democrat David Lawson for the empty seat in the 30th Senate District, which includes Brookfield. Sen. Clark Chapin (R) currently represents the district but is not ...

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- The Connecticut Department of Transportation will hold a public information meeting regarding proposed safety improvements on East Main Street/Route 127 in the vicinity of Evers Street in Bridgeport.The meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 5, in the Bridgeport City Hall, City Council Chambers, 45 Lyon Terrace. A design presentation will begin at 7 p.m. with a ...