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Casey Donahue

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cdonahue@dailyvoice.com

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Originally from Pennsylvania, Casey graduated from Fairfield University with a major in journalism and a minor in political science. He has covered several towns in Fairfield County since 2010. Case was formerly an assistant managing editor at Daily Voice.

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Events

Darien Hosts Free Wedding Ceremony On Valentine's Day DARIEN, Conn. - Valentine's Day is a popular time to get married or renew vows, and couples can do both for free at a special event in Darien Thursday. The Water's Edge at Giovanni's will host its third annual Vow Renewal and Wedding Celebration, featuring a justice of the peace, flowers, champagne and a photographer. There will also be a prix-fixe dinner and photos available for purchase. “Valentine’s Day only comes once a year and there is tremendous demand from couples to renew their vows or get married on that day so we have decided to accommodate them all," said JoAnn Latorraca, gene…

by Casey Donahue

02/12/2013

Neighbors

Darien Teen's Video Of His Gamer Grandpa Goes Viral DARIEN, Conn. - A Darien teen's video of his 84-year-old grandfather playing video games reached a million views within a week of it being posted to YouTube. Darien High School junior Jake Heyde and his brother Zach filmed their grandfather Ben as he played "Call of Duty" and "Halo 4" with Jake. The 2 1/2-minute video shows Ben excitedly laughing, squirming and squealing as he tries to best his grandson in the games. "I decided to post it because I thought my family and friends would enjoy seeing him react the way he did," Jake said. "I had no intentions or even thoughts that the video co…

by Casey Donahue

02/12/2013

Police & Fire

Antique Gun, Television Stolen From Darien Home DARIEN, Conn. - An antique gun and a flat screen television were among the items stolen from a Darien home on Friday, according to police. The owner of a house on Old Kings Highway South told police he left home at around 10:30 a.m. and returned at 2 p.m. During that time someone went in and stole a $400 television, a $400 Colt black powder revolver, a $1,200 digital camera, $200 in change, a duffel bag and a comforter. Police said that the home was unlocked during the burglary.

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Police & Fire

Darien Store Employee Charged With Stealing Purse DARIEN, Conn. - An employee of Darien Whole Foods was charged with stealing a customer's purse in December, according to police. Robert Simmons, 44, of Greenwich, was charged with third-degree larceny and theft of credit card. He was released on a promise to appear in court Feb. 20. A woman eating lunch at Whole Foods Dec. 16 accidentally left her purse behind when she was finished. When she went back to get it, it was gone, police said. She checked with the management but nobody had turned it in. The value of the purse and its contents was approximately $2,300, according to police. Man…

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Police & Fire

Construction Worker Charged With Larceny In Darien DARIEN, Conn. - A Stamford owner of a construction company was arrested in Darien on larceny charges dating back two years, police said. Ralph Darinzo, 49, was charged with two counts of first-degree larceny. He was released on a $50,000 bond and will appear in court Feb. 22. Police said he also was arrested in Stamford on similar charges. Police said they first received a complaint in January 2011 from a home owner who had contracted Darinzo for home improvements. The home owner said Darinzo had been paid up front to cover the initial costs and continued to ask for payment during the cou…

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Events

What To Do In Darien This Week DARIEN, Conn. — The events in Darien include some Valentine's Day celebrations and a workshop on college essays. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Monday, Feb. 11 New Year ... New Healthy You: 11 a.m. Barbara Schmidt, a nutrition lifestyle specialist at Norwalk Hospital, will talk about how you can lose weight and live a healthier life. Darien Senior Center, 30 Edgerton St. Tuesday, Feb. 12 The ABCs of Writing a Great College Essay: 7 p.m. College consultant Sharon Epstein and Matthew Demspey, assistant director of admissions at Fairfield University, will discuss topics st…

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Events

What To Do In Norwalk This Week NORWALK, Conn. — The events in Norwalk this week include a Valentine's Day celebration at SoNo Marketplace. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Monday, Feb. 11 Board of Estimation and Taxation: 7:30 p.m. The Board of Estimation and Taxation will hold a special meeting. Room 231, Norwalk City Hall, 125 East Ave. Tuesday, Feb. 12 Author Matthew Warschauer: 6:30 p.m. Matthew Warshauer, a professor of history at Central Connecticut State University and co-chairman of the Connecticut Civil War Commemoration Commission, will discuss his book “Connecticut in the American Civil War:…

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Business

Find A Job In And Around Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. — The following job openings were posted online by employers in Darien and Stamford. • Right at Home is seeking a part-time marketer. Send your resume to kaisy@homecarerah.com. • The Hilton Stamford Hotel is hiring an operator. • Stamford Hospital is looking for a receptionist-scheduler. • Gartner is hiring an event planner. • Noble Group Ltd. is looking for a help desk support technician. • Charter Communications is seeking a manager for outbound telemarketing. • Almost Family is hiring a case coordinator/scheduler. • Bright Horizons is hiring child care assoc…

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Business

Find A Job In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. — The following job openings were posted online by employers in Norwalk. • Marriott is looking for a loss prevention officer. • Family & Children's Agency is seeking a chore person. • Two Men and a Truck is hiring customer service representatives. • Norwalk Public Schools is seeking an early literacy program assistant. • Acclivity Healthcare is looking for a medical receptionist. • Lincoln Healthcare Events is seeking a director of business development. • Autopart International is hiring a part-time driver. • Home Depot is hiring cashiers. • FactSet Resear…

by Casey Donahue

02/11/2013

Events

What To Do In Norwalk This Weekend NORWALK, Conn. — The events in Norwalk this weekend include a celebration of Charles Darwin and a Valentine's Day art exhibit. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Friday, Feb. 8 Darien at Norwalk High School Basketball: 7 p.m. Darien High School will play Norwalk in boys basketball. Norwalk High School, 55 County St. Saturday, Feb. 9 Darwin Day Dinner: 6 p.m. This annual event celebrates the life of Charles Darwin and his contributions to scientific knowledge. There will be a lecture by Daniel Colón-Ramos, an assistant professor of cell biology at Yale, as well as dinner and…

by Casey Donahue

02/08/2013

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