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Casey Donahue

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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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Norwalk Celebrates Hanukkah With Menorah Lighting Norwalk Celebrates Hanukkah With Menorah Lighting
Norwalk Celebrates Hanukkah With Menorah Lighting NORWALK, Conn. – Jewish songs, dancing and prayer highlighted a celebration of the third night of Hanukkah as Norwalk leaders lit an 18-foot menorah at Stew Leonard’s Monday. Rabbi Yehoshua Hecht of Beth Israel of Westport and Norwalk led the ceremony, which is now in its 20th year at the grocery store. It was co-sponsored by the Schneerson Center for Jewish Life. Prior to the lighting Hecht cheerfully greeted those in attendance and handed out chocolate coins and dreidels to the children. “Hanukkah is a time to illuminate the pervading darkness,” he said. “This event publicizes the mirac…

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Politics
Darien Leaders Praise State Of Town, Look To 2013 Darien Leaders Praise State Of Town, Look To 2013
Darien Leaders Praise State Of Town, Look To 2013 DARIEN, Conn. – Darien leaders say the town has improved its financial status this year and made strides to add more services for residents. Rising school enrollment and affordable housing will be among the issues Darien will face next year. “Increasing enrollment will stress our school district and town facilities,” Board of Education Chair Elizabeth Hagerty-Ross said at the annual State of the Town address Monday night. Elementary schools could add four sections next year, and another four over the following three years. Hagerty-Ross praised the performance of Darien students and said t…

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Police & Fire
Police: Norwalk Man Almost Hit Darien Officer With Car Police: Norwalk Man Almost Hit Darien Officer With Car
Police: Norwalk Man Almost Hit Darien Officer With Car DARIEN, Conn. – A Norwalk man was charged last week with almost hitting a Darien police officer with his car in November. William Henneberry, 33, was charged with second-degree reckless endangerment, reckless operation of a motor vehicle and two counts of disobeying the signal of an officer. He posted $5,000  bail and is scheduled to appear Dec. 13 in court. The arrest stems from a Nov. 19 incident, in which two police officers were coordinating traffic at the intersection of Post Road and Leroy Avenue while workers were installing a new gas line. One of the officers stopped a car traveli…

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Events
What To Do In Darien This Week What To Do In Darien This Week
What To Do In Darien This Week DARIEN, Conn. – The events in Darien this week include the annual “State of the Town” address, a talk by the New York Times wine critic and several holiday concerts. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Monday, Dec. 10 Tokeneke Holiday Concert: 9:30 a.m. Students hold their holiday concert. Tokeneke Elementary School, 7 Old Farm Road. Author Bob Shea: 4:30 p.m. Kids are invited to meet Bob Shea, author-illustrator of the funny kids book “Dinosaur vs. Santa.” Darien Library, 1441 Post Road. State of the Town Address: 8 p.m. First Selectman Jayme Stevenson and other town leader…

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Events
What To Do In Norwalk This Week What To Do In Norwalk This Week
What To Do In Norwalk This Week NORWALK, Conn. – This week Norwalk hosts a menorah lighting and other holiday events. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Monday, Dec. 10 International Human Rights Day: 11 a.m. Mayor Richard Moccia, the Human Relations Commission and the Peace Project of Brien McMahon High School will reaffirm the city’s commitment to human rights at this annual celebration. Norwalk City Hall, 125 East Ave. Menorah Lighting Ceremony: 5 p.m. Stew Leonard’s hosts its 20th annual menorah lighting ceremony to celebrate Hanukkah. Rabbi Yehoshua Hecht of Beth Israel of Westport/Norwalk will light a…

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Real Estate
See Darien's Weekly Home Sales See Darien's Weekly Home Sales
See Darien's Weekly Home Sales DARIEN, Conn. – The following Darien residential property transfers were reported by the town clerk’s office for Nov. 29 to Dec. 5. Robert and Kimberly Servas sold 12 Lake Drive to Ruby Huang for $1,700,000. John and Vera Hathaway sold 400 Mansfield Ave. to John Long and Ashley Hinchman for $3,800,000. Eric and Tracy Strub sold 1 Devon Road to Oliver and Megan Morgan for $1,087,000. Scott and Lori Church sold 42 Greenwood Ave. to Ihsan and Nicola Choudhri for $932,500. Brian and Tiffany Vanelslander sold 100 Long Neck Point Road to John and Prudence Bailey for $3,5…

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Business
Find A Job In Norwalk Find A Job In Norwalk
Find A Job In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. – The following job openings were posted online by employers who are hiring in Norwalk. Xerox is seeking an executive administrative assistant and a manager for capital planning. Norwalk High School is hiring a food service worker. People’s United Bank is looking for a customer service associate. Norwalk Community College is hiring an academic adviser and an assistant professor/program coordinator. Norwalk Hospital is seeking an office coordinator. FactSet Research Systems is looking for a knowledge specialist. Stop & Shop is hiring a s…

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Events
What To Do In Darien This Weekend What To Do In Darien This Weekend
What To Do In Darien This Weekend DARIEN, Conn. – The events in Darien this weekend include a Festival of Wreaths and Trees and a walk-a-thon for Tanzania. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Friday, Dec. 7 Holiday Crafts with Kim: 9:30 a.m. Kim Van Munching will bring along special holiday crafts to enjoy. Darien Senior Center, 30 Edgerton St. Festival of Wreaths and Trees: 7 p.m. More than 125 wreaths and tabletop trees created by local artists will be on display at this fundraiser. Darien Nature Center, 120 Brookside Road. Sunday, Dec. 9 Walk-A-Thon for Tanzania: 1 to 3 p.m. Global Girls and Global Guys…

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Events
What To Do In Norwalk This Weekend What To Do In Norwalk This Weekend
What To Do In Norwalk This Weekend NORWALK, Conn. – The events in Norwalk this weekend include a tree lighting in SoNo and a children’s Christmas party. Check out our Events calendar for more items. Friday, Dec. 7 SoNo Holiday Tree Lighting: 5:30 p.m. The holiday tree lighting will include performances by the Crystal Theater and the Norwalk Community Chorale, refreshments, caroling and a visit from Santa. SoNo Park, 50 Washington St. Saturday, Dec. 8 Children’s Christmas Party: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Norwalk Police Department hosts a Christmas party for kids that will feature Santa, a magic show, gifts and food. Side by…

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News
Darien To Honor Veterans With Wreath Ceremony Darien To Honor Veterans With Wreath Ceremony
Darien To Honor Veterans With Wreath Ceremony DARIEN, Conn. – Darien will be laying more than 950 wreaths in a Dec. 15 ceremony in honor of the nation’s veterans. The event is part of the annual Wreaths Across America event, which pays tribute to veterans by placing wreaths at more than 750 locations across the country. Darien’s wreaths will be placed on the graves of soldiers at the Spring Grove Veterans Cemetery on Hecker Avenue. There also will be seven ceremonial wreaths to remember all soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines who died in military service. The Darien Veterans of Foreign Wars post has participated in the event for se…

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