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Casey Donahue

Assistant Managing Editor

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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Schools

Darien School Budget To Increase 4.07 Percent Next Year DARIEN, Conn. -- The Darien school budget is expected to increase $3.255 million next year. The proposed budget for the 2013-14 school year is $83,293,646, an increase of 4.07 percent. The driving forces behind the increase are fixed costs, decreasing revenue and rising enrollment. Salary contracts, insurance and retirement obligations amount for about $1.9 million, or 58 percent of the increase. The schools are expected to bring in about $300,000 less revenue this year than last year, according to Superintendent Stephen Falcone. Officials are predicting that the state will reimburse the …

by Casey Donahue

01/09/2013

Police & Fire

Norwalk Man Charged With Stealing Restaurant's Cash Register NORWALK, Conn. – A Norwalk man was charged with breaking into a Subway restaurant and making off with the cash register two days before Christmas. Tobachia Williams, 33, was charged with third-degree burglary, sixth-degree larceny and second-degree criminal mischief. He was held on $3,000 bond and will appear in court Jan. 16. Officers discovered the burglary of the North Main Street restaurant Dec. 23 while on patrol. The front window and door had been smashed with a brick that was lying nearby, according to police reports. The cash register was missing and was later found on Madison Str…

by Casey Donahue

01/08/2013

Police & Fire

Police Identify Body Found In Norwalk River NORWALK, Conn. - Police have identified the body found in the Norwalk River Monday as 27-year-old Alexander Fried. The body was discovered at around 9:30 a.m. Monday floating under the docks in the area of Selleck Street. The body was fully clothed and had Fried's identification in his pocket. Police said Monday there was no apparent foul play and there was no trauma to the body. Police divers retrieved the body and it was taken to the office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Farmington for a full autopsy.

by Casey Donahue

01/08/2013

News

Norwalk Fire Chief Named To Sandy Hook Commission NORWALK, Conn. – Norwalk Fire Chief Denis McCarthy has been named to the Sandy Hook Advisory Commission. The 16-member commission has been tasked by Gov. Dannel Malloy with reviewing current policy and making public safety recommendations following the Newtown school shooting. The commission will be chaired by Hamden Mayor Scott Jackson. McCarthy was asked to join the commission after having served on the Department of Emergency Management and Security Coordinating Council and the Southwestern Connecticut Coastal Fire Chiefs Association. “I expect that we’ll cover a broad range of topics,…

by Casey Donahue

01/08/2013

News

Darien May Host Gun Buyback Program DARIEN, Conn. – Darien officials are considering hosting a gun buyback program in the wake of the Newtown shooting. Schools are also reviewing security measures and working with police to make sure the schools are as safe as possible. First Selectman Jayme Stevenson spoke with Police Chief Duane Lovello, who said he would be willing to host a buyback program. Stevenson has asked the chief to come up with a plan for how and when the program would be held, adding that it would probably be better to host the buyback soon. School facility officials did a walk-through of all school buildings, …

by Casey Donahue

01/08/2013

Schools

Darien Students To Perform In Regional Music Festival DARIEN, Conn. — Darien High School will be represented by 28 students at the Connecticut Music Educators Association Western Regional Music Festival, which the school will host Jan. 19. The students were chosen in a competitive audition process. Student musicians will perform in band, orchestra, chorus and jazz ensembles with some of the most accomplished high school musicians in Connecticut and will be conducted by nationally renowned conductors and educators. “These students have consistently worked and studied over several years to be chosen as among the finest high school musicians in…

by Casey Donahue

01/08/2013

Neighbors

Darien YMCA To Host Free Parent/Child Swim Classes DARIEN, Conn. — The Darien YMCA will be offering free parent/child swim classes for two weeks in January. Drowning is the No. 1 cause of accidental death for children under 4 years of age. These classes for children ages 6 months-3 years will be taught by the Y's certified instructors in a fun, relaxed environment. The classes are designed to introduce children to swimming at a young age so they can develop early skills and a healthy respect for the water. Classes will be held Jan. 21-Jan. 26 and Jan. 28-Feb. 2. Classes for children 13 months-36 months will be held 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m. eac…

by Casey Donahue

01/07/2013

Police & Fire

Two Hand Grenades Found In Darien Resident's Yard DARIEN, Conn. – Two hand grenades were found in a pile of scrap metal in a Darien man's yard Saturday night, according to police. The man discovered the grenades around 8 p.m. and immediately called the police and fire department. Police established a perimeter and the Stamford Police Department Bomb Squad came and took possession of the grenades. The grenades did not appear to be live, police said. The man told police he keeps scrap metal on his property and friends and associates add to it from time to time. When it builds up, he said he trades it in for cash.

by Casey Donahue

01/07/2013

Events

What To Do In Darien This Week DARIEN, Conn. – The events in Darien this week include a talk on healthy heart habits and a fundraiser for the Depot. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Monday, Jan. 7 Meditation Monday: 7:45 p.m. Julie Punishill will lead a workshop on meditation. Participants should bring a throw pillow for their own comfort. Darien Library, 1441 Post Road. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Little Changes for a Healthy Heart: 12:15 p.m. Steven Horowitz, cardiology chief at Stamford Hospital, will discuss small changes you can make to your exercise and nutrition habits to keep your heart healthy. Entry is $…

by Casey Donahue

01/07/2013

Events

What To Do In Norwalk This Week NORWALK, Conn. – The events in Norwalk this week include a discussion about behavioral issues and open houses for childhood programs. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Monday, Jan. 7 Career Coach: 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. A ConnecticutWorks Career Coach will be at the library offering job search advice, including resume writing and online job applications. Norwalk Public Library, 1 Belden Ave. Tuesday, Jan. 8 Common Council: 8 p.m. The Norwalk Common Council will meet. Common Council Chambers, Norwalk City Hall, 125 East Ave. Wednesday, Jan. 9 Discussion About B…

by Casey Donahue

01/07/2013

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