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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Darien, CT
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What's Happening In Darien This Weekend What's Happening In Darien This Weekend What's Happening In Darien This Weekend
What's Happening In Darien This Weekend DARIEN, Conn. - Among the events in Darien this weekend are the final installment in the Darien Summer Nights series and a car wash for Blue Wave hockey. To see a full listing of events, visit our Events page. Friday, Aug. 31 Darien Summer Nights: 6 p.m. Singer/songwriter and Middlesex Middle School teacher John Torres will perform in the final installment of this weekly free concert series. Grove Street Plaza. "A Separation" Screening: 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. The Darien Library hosts two screenings of "A Separation." This film won the Academy Award for best foreign film, and tells the story of…

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Darien Gets Grant For 'Cops And Kids' Program Darien Gets Grant For 'Cops And Kids' Program Darien Gets Grant For 'Cops And Kids' Program
Darien Gets Grant For 'Cops And Kids' Program DARIEN, Conn. ? A program that tries to build understanding between Darien police officers and town young people has received a $10,000 state grant to fund its activities. Started last year, "Cops and Kids Adventure" is sponsored by the Police Department and the town's youth center, the Depot. It consists of several Darien police officers working with approximately 20 kids ages 11 to 17. Together they collaborate on several adventures, a community outreach project and an awards dinner. The activities are funded by the grant and focus on team building, leadership skills and instilling confide…

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Greenwich, CT
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Romney Continues To Raise More Funds In Greenwich Romney Continues To Raise More Funds In Greenwich Romney Continues To Raise More Funds In Greenwich
Romney Continues To Raise More Funds In Greenwich GREENWICH, Conn. — Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney continues to receive more contributions for his campaign from Greenwich residents than his Democratic opponent. But President Barack Obama is polling higher among likely voters throughout the state. As of the end of July, Romney had received 1,285 donations to his campaign from Greenwich residents, according to the Center for Responsive Politics. Those contributions total $1,897,789. Obama has received 469 donations, totaling $420,440. According to a recent poll by Quinnipiac University, more Connecticut residents support Obam…

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YWCA Seeks Darien High School Girls Who Want Mentors YWCA Seeks Darien High School Girls Who Want Mentors YWCA Seeks Darien High School Girls Who Want Mentors
YWCA Seeks Darien High School Girls Who Want Mentors DARIEN, Conn. – The YWCA Darien/Norwalk is looking for Darien High School girls interested in participating in its new Mentoring Program. The program pairs adult female volunteers with high school girls for bimonthly mentoring sessions throughout the school year. This is the first woman to girl mentoring program in Darien. The goal is to build young women’s self esteem and help them to realize their potential as they face the challenges of high school. Mentoring sessions will begin Sept. 17. Each session will run for an hour-and-a-half and will have a theme. The YWCA will also launch the Gi…

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Artist Peter Max To Visit Geary Gallery In Darien Artist Peter Max To Visit Geary Gallery In Darien Artist Peter Max To Visit Geary Gallery In Darien
Artist Peter Max To Visit Geary Gallery In Darien DARIEN, Conn. – The Geary Gallery of Darien will once again host a new exhibit by popular artist Peter Max, who will make special appearances at the gallery Sept. 8 and 9. Max will unveil his new Masters Series exhibit, which features interpretive works of Vincent Van Gogh, Monet, Pablo Picasso, Renoir and Edgar Degas, all conceived in Max’s signature style and colors.  His exhibit will also feature some of his best-known pieces, including “Statue of Liberty,” his “Flags” pieces, “Umbrella Man” and a 10-cent stamp bearing the title “Preserve the Environment.” There will also be celebrity por…

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Darien, Keep Sending Your Back-To-School Photos Darien, Keep Sending Your Back-To-School Photos Darien, Keep Sending Your Back-To-School Photos
Darien, Keep Sending Your Back-To-School Photos DARIEN, Conn. – Reader Keri Pokorny submitted these photos of Darien students getting ready for their first day of school. The students from Wakeman Road took the bus to Tokeneke Elementary to begin their new year of learning. Keep sharing your back-to-school photos with your neighbors. Send your photos to [email protected].

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Helen Ainson, Darien Social Named Best In State Helen Ainson, Darien Social Named Best In State Helen Ainson, Darien Social Named Best In State
Helen Ainson, Darien Social Named Best In State DARIEN, Conn. – Darien is home to the best evening wear and the best neighborhood restaurant in the state, according to Connecticut Magazine. Helen Ainson and Darien Social both made it on to the magazine’s 2012 Best of Connecticut list. “Choosing a special dress is a breeze when you let the fashion consultants at Helen Ainson take charge,” the magazine wrote when naming Helen Ainson’s evening wear the best in Connecticut. Helen Ainson fashion consultant Cynthia Rusk says that the recognition is due to the combination of the store’s selection and its staff. The store has been open for 35 ye…

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Darien Police To Hold Sobriety Checkpoint Friday Darien Police To Hold Sobriety Checkpoint Friday Darien Police To Hold Sobriety Checkpoint Friday
Darien Police To Hold Sobriety Checkpoint Friday DARIEN, Conn. – The Darien Police Department will be conducting a drunken driving checkpoint this Friday night. The checkpoint will be set up on Tokeneke Road in the area of the 120 block near Silver Lakes Drive. It is expected to begin at about 10 p.m. and continue into the early hours of Saturday. In the event of bad weather or other unforeseen roadway issues, the checkpoint will be conducted on Post Road near Ledge Road. Drivers will be stopped and asked a series of questions to determine whether additional sobriety testing is required. The disruptions to the motoring public will be mini…

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See Darien's Weekly Home Sales See Darien's Weekly Home Sales See Darien's Weekly Home Sales
See Darien's Weekly Home Sales DARIEN, Conn. - The following are residential property transfers in Darien from Aug. 16 through Aug. 21, as reported to the town clerk's office. Check out our Real Estate page for homes sold and to see homes for sale around town. Matthew and Michele Milazzo sold 30 Dubois St. to Michael and Joulia Berry for $1,215,000. West Avenue Associates, LLC sold 333 West Ave. Unit 4 to Brian and Yuko Ike for $1,250,000. L. Ware Preston III and Olaf Preston sold 19 Chester Road to Thomas and Jennifer Moles for $1,315,000. Brian and Yuko Ike sold 18 Fox Hill Lane to Floris and Allison Vandijkum for $2,0…

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Ox Ridge Principal Greets Darien Kids On First Day Ox Ridge Principal Greets Darien Kids On First Day Ox Ridge Principal Greets Darien Kids On First Day
Ox Ridge Principal Greets Darien Kids On First Day DARIEN, Conn. ? Darien students headed back to school Monday morning, and at Ox Ridge Elementary School they were greeted by Principal Luke as they got off the bus, ready to start learning. This is Forshaw's first year as principal, after having spent the past two years as assistant principal. Did you take any photos for the first day of school? Send your back-to-school photos to [email protected].

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