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Ex-MLB Manager Bobby Valentine's Democratic Opponent Reflects On Mayoral Race Like No Other Ex-MLB Manager Bobby Valentine's Democratic Opponent Reflects On Mayoral Race Like No Other
Ex-mlb Manager Bobby Valentine's Democratic Opponent Reflects On Mayoral Race Like No Other To say the 2021 mayoral race in Connecticut's second-largest city, Stamford, has been like no other would be the ultimate of understatements. For starters, the Democratic nominee, State Rep. Caroline Simmons, defeated two-term incumbent David Martin after mounting a rare primary challenge. Then came the bombshell announcement by charismatic and at times flamboyant Major League Baseball legend and lifelong city resident Bobby Valentine that he was entering the race as an "Unaffiliated" candidate - and not as a Republican, Democrat, or even as an Independent. But wait, there's more. The rac…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Ex-Mets Manager Bobby Valentine Tells Why He Decided To Make Pitch To Be Mayor Of His Hometown Ex-Mets Manager Bobby Valentine Tells Why He Decided To Make Pitch To Be Mayor Of His Hometown
Ex-Mets Manager Bobby Valentine Tells Why He Decided To Make Pitch To Be Mayor Of His Hometown He's been known by many as the unofficial mayor of Connecticut's second-largest city for years. Now, after a lifelong career in sports, Major League Baseball legend Bobby Valentine wants to be Stamford's mayor for real. In a week, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, voters will make the call in a race that has drawn national attention and even seen each candidate endorsed by a past United States president. "Tommy Lasorda would introduce me either as the mayor of Stamford or ambassador of Stamford," Valentine says, referring to the late Los Angeles Dodgers manager. The 71-year-old Valentine can't pinpoint…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Sports Legend, Ex-Mets Manager Bobby Valentine Running For Mayor Of His Hometown Sports Legend, Ex-Mets Manager Bobby Valentine Running For Mayor Of His Hometown
Sports Legend, Ex-Mets Manager Bobby Valentine Running For Mayor Of His Hometown Baseball legend Bobby Valentine is looking to go from a seat in the dugout to a seat in City Hall. Valentine, 70, the former Major League Baseball player and manager who currently serves as the athletic director at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut, announced on Friday, May 7 that he plans to run for mayor the second largest city in Fairfield County - his hometown of Stamford. A three-sport high school star in Stamford, Valentine made the announcement on social media that he plans to run as an independent candidate against incumbent David Martin and State Rep. Caroline Simmo…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
COVID-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford COVID-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Increase In Cases In Stamford Officials in Stamford are alerting residents about a potential spike in COVID-19 cases. The City of Stamford’s Department of Health said it was notified that a COVID-19 early warning wastewater system detected a potential increase in cases of COVID-19 in Stamford. The detection system is operated through a collaborative effort between Yale University and the State Department of Public Health, “COVID-19 is still a public health emergency," Stamford Mayor David Martin said. "It is everyone’s responsibility to protect themselves and reduce the spread of COVID-19. It’s time for residents …

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by Joe Lombardi
News
COVID-19: Reopening Of Hair Salons, Barbershops Now Will Be Delayed In Connecticut COVID-19: Reopening Of Hair Salons, Barbershops Now Will Be Delayed In Connecticut
Covid-19: Reopening Of Hair Salons, Barbershops Now Will Be Delayed In Connecticut Not so fast. Connecticut officials are backtracking on plans to reopen salons and barbershops when the state begins phase 1 of reopening on Wednesday, May 20, amid growing unrest amongst salon owners. Earlier story - COVID-19: CT Hairstylists Voice Concerns Over Reopening “We’ve been hearing a lot of feedback from many owners and employees, and at this time I think the best approach is that we hit pause on the reopening of hair salons and barbershops, take a step back, and allow some more time as preparations continue to be made,” Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said. Lamont said that after …

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Michelle Pavia, Daughter Of Former Stamford Mayor, Dies In Snowmobile Accident Michelle Pavia, Daughter Of Former Stamford Mayor, Dies In Snowmobile Accident
Michelle Pavia, Daughter Of Former Stamford Mayor, Dies In Snowmobile Accident The daughter of former Stamford Mayor Michael Pavia died after being involved in a snowmobile crash. Michelle Pavia, 43, of Stamford, was killed around 9:45 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25, after hitting a group of trees while snowmobiling in Maine, according to WGME ABC News 13. “This is a tragic loss for the Pavia family and Stamford’s community," said Stamford Mayor David Martin. "I have called Mayor Pavia to express my condolences for his family. This a tremendous loss, and I wish the best for the Pavia family as they endure this tragedy.” According to WGME, Pavia was riding on …

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
WWE Moving To New Headquarters In Stamford, Signing 16-Year Lease For Downtown Property WWE Moving To New Headquarters In Stamford, Signing 16-Year Lease For Downtown Property
WWE Moving To New Headquarters In Stamford, Signing 16-Year Lease For Downtown Property  WWE’s world headquarters will be moving to a new location in Stamford. The property located at 677 Washington Boulevard will soon be home to the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.), the City of Stamford announced in a Thursday, March 21 press release. The WWE will be leaving its current headquarters of more than 30 years, Titan Towers, at 1241 East Main Street. The WWE will also be exiting their leased spaces on 1266 East Main Street The new 415,000 square foot property is currently managed by George Comfort & Sons, which agreed to a 16-year lease. The building was on…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Stamford Cancels July 4th Fireworks Due To Budget Cuts Stamford Cancels July 4th Fireworks Due To Budget Cuts
Stamford Cancels July 4th Fireworks Due To Budget Cuts Stamford residents looking forward to the July 4th fireworks show should start planning a trip out of town after the city's first round of budget cuts nix the show along with several other city amenities. Mayor David Martin said the cuts were necessary after the Board of Representatives imposed a $1.4 million unidentified general cut to the city’s budget: “As Mayor, I strongly disagree with the general cut made by the Board of Representatives to the City’s budget," Martin said in a statement following the cuts. "It will have a disproportionate impact on services provided to reside…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Former HS Football Co-Captain ID'd As Stamford Homicide Victim Former HS Football Co-Captain ID'd As Stamford Homicide Victim
Former HS Football Co-Captain ID'd As Stamford Homicide Victim Police have identified the 18-year-old victim shot to death on Thursday as a former Stamford High School varsity football co-captain. Capt. Richard Conklin said that Antonio Robinson was shot at 8:45 p.m. Thursday at West Avenue and Baxter Street.  Antonio Robinson was a free safety for the Knights for several years ending in 2017, and a co-captain for the team.  His murder was the first in the city in 18 months. Lt. Tom Barcello, who also confirmed Robinson's identity, said officers have been working around the clock in an effort to solve the crime quickly. Stamford Mayor David Martin s…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Home Depot Grand Opening Features 'Neighborhood Night' In Stamford Home Depot Grand Opening Features 'Neighborhood Night' In Stamford
Home Depot Grand Opening Features 'Neighborhood Night' In Stamford The only new Home Depot opening this year happens to be  on West Main Street in Stamford. The new store kicked off its grand opening celebration on Wednesday night, April 25 when Stamford Mayor David Martin led a  "board-cutting ceremony."  The event also included tours of the 140,000-square-foot store, a Kids Workshop and free food and refreshments.  On Thursday, April 26, Home Depot planned to offer vendor demonstrations, giveaways and free lunch for customers. The store -- located at 1925 W. Main St. -- employs about 270 Home Depot associates.

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by Jon Craig