Jay Polansky

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Born and raised in Fairfield County, Jay graduated from Fairfield University. He has written for Hearst Connecticut Newspapers.

Jay was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Jay Polansky's Contributions

Ridgefield, CT

Your Community

Writer Tells Tale Of Ridgefield Suffragist's Fight For Citizenship Rights RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — Suffragist Alice Paul of Ridgefield might be best known for fighting for the right of women to vote. But she also was instrumental in ensuring citizenship for children with one American parent and one non-U.S. citizen parent. Paul’s work personally affected Ridgefield resident Josette Williams, who spoke at a Ridgefield League of Women Voters gathering Tuesday. Williams was born in Japan to a Canadian father and an American mother. Since she was born after the Equal Citizenship Bill, which was signed by Franklin D. Roosevelt, she was recognized as a U.S. citizen. But…

by Jay Polansky

01/21/2016

Danbury, CT

Weather

WestConn Meteorologist Spells Out Snowfall Potential For Danbury FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — The chance of seeing snow in Fairfield County this weekend is pretty much a sure thing, according to meteorologist Gary Lessor at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury. But “the main question is, 'How much are we going to get?'” he told the Daily Voice. The U.S. model predicts 6 to 10 inches of snow in the region, while the European model predicts 3 to 7 inches. Which is more accurate? “Historically, the European model has been the superior one,” Lessor said. “It seems to do better in longer-term forecasts.” But Lessor said the U.S. models improve in …

by Jay Polansky

01/21/2016

Darien, CT

Your Community

Darien Library Patrons Encourage Sanity, Smarts For High School Midterms DARIEN, Conn. — If you’re a Darien High School student looking for a bit of encouragement during midterms, look no farther than the Darien Library. The same window that housed a sticky note display in December now offers words of encouragement from library patrons. Notes ran the gamut from the comedic — “May the force ever be in your favor” — to the practical — “You can do it! Just breathe.” And, if you get a little too frustrated, keep in mind the advice from one of the sticky note authors: “It’s OK to scream sometimes.” What words of encouragement do you have for DHS students? Let us…

by Jay Polansky

01/21/2016

Wilton, CT

Your Community

Orem's Diner In Wilton Vies For Top Prize In DVlicious Contest WILTON, Conn. -- Who can resist the cozy booth of a diner? If you’re not drawn in by the often retro ambiance, you’re no doubt driven by the menu, mammoth undertakings filled with pages and pages of comfort food, not to mention unlimited cups of coffee. You picked five of the top diners in Fairfield County as part of our continuing DVlicious series. All are being profiled this week with the winner selected at the end of the month. Read on.. and vote. Orem's Diner167 Danbury Rd., Wilton, (203) 762-7370 Been Around Since: The original Orem's opened down the road in 1921. The current buildi…

by Daily Voice

01/21/2016

Brookfield, CT

On Your Side

Sherman Man Brings Freshly Roasted Fair Trade, Organic Coffee To Town SHERMAN, Conn. — Sherman has its share of rolling hills and farms. And, now, the town has a coffee roaster to add to its agricultural mix. Sacred Grounds Coffee Roasters opened recently in the center of town. Started by Sherman resident John Rich, a graduate of Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, the company offers fair trade and organic coffees from around the world. Inside Rich’s quaint space on Route 37, customers can find coffee beans from coffee-producing countries ranging from Ethiopia to Peru. Each country produces a different flavor of coffee. “They all taste different,…

by Jay Polansky

01/20/2016

Brookfield, CT

Your Community

Brookfield Group Encourages 'Connection Before Correction' In Parent Class BROOKFIELD, Conn. —Two Brookfield women believe the secret to better parenting is “connection before correction.” Robin Eckstein and Carol Dores founded Positive Discipline of Western Connecticut in 2013. The group, which works with parents in the community, promotes the development of life skills through classes that encourage positive relationships between a parent and child. Unlike some parenting programs, Positive Discipline’s classes have a unique twist: They give parents an opportunity to learn in an hands-on environment. “The program is built on experiential exercises and roleplayi…

by Jay Polansky

01/19/2016

Greenwich, CT

Your Community

Greenwich Students Praise Life, Legacy Of Martin Luther King Jr. GREENWICH, Conn. — Students and teachers at Greenwich’s Convent of the Sacred Heart celebrated the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. with song and prayer Friday morning. The event featured spirited performances by the Gospel Knights singers and the Vision Steppers dance troupe. It also included powerful prayers and remarks by Barbara Dawson, the Society of the Sacred Heart’s Provincial of the United States and Canada. Dawson praised King, calling him one “our 20th-century prophets.” She said prophets — such as King — often emerge when things aren’t going well and people aren’t getti…

by Jay Polansky

01/18/2016

Fairfield, CT

On Your Side

Experts Say Access To Young, Tech-Savvy Talent Fueled GE Move To Boston FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — While GE has repeatedly criticized Connecticut's taxes and business climate, experts say the company’s decision to move from Fairfield to Massachusetts may have been fueled — at least partly — by another reason. GE, which is known for products ranging from light bulbs to jet engines, may be making the move to support its new branding as a technology company. The company’s new headquarters in Boston may afford it more access to younger, tech-savvy talent, according to several reports. “I find that rationale pretty convincing,” Donald E. Gibson, dean of Fairfield U…

by Jay Polansky

01/15/2016

Fairfield, CT

Your Community

Fairfield Realtors: Too Early To Know Impact Of GE's Move On Housing Market FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Many General Electric employees may soon be putting their houses on the market as the company moves from Fairfield to Boston. But local Realtors said it’s too early to draw conclusions on how the company’s departure will affect the housing market across Fairfield County. “Certainly the higher-level executives will be relocated to Boston,” said Berkshire Hathaway’s Mary Crist, the company’s office leader in Westport. “This will create sales opportunities in our communities.” These homes may be attractive to “the suburb-seeking New Yorkers (whose) rents are escalat…

by Jay Polansky

01/15/2016

Stamford, CT

Your Community

Angelica Gorrio Officially Joins Stamford's School Board STAMFORD, Conn. — Stamford Mayor David Martin swore in the Board of Education’s newest member late Tuesday afternoon during a "significant" time in the board's history. “I believe the people of the City of Stamford wanted to see a new direction for the board,” he said, after the ceremony for Angelica Gorrio. “We now have five completely new members and one member who is relatively short term so (we are) setting a new direction for the board.” The Board of Representatives unanimously approved Gorrio’s nomination Jan. 4. After her swearing in Tuesday, a happy and humbled Gorrio told…

by Jay Polansky

01/15/2016

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