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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Neighbors Propose Field at Darien Senior Center Neighbors Propose Field at Darien Senior Center Neighbors Propose Field at Darien Senior Center
Neighbors Propose Field at Darien Senior Center DARIEN, Conn. – Some neighbors of the Darien Senior Center believe a new playing field would be a better option for the site than 20 units of proposed affordable housing, which have some residents worried. Edgerton Street residents Derek Lublin and Ken Fiveson presented preliminary plans for a new field to the Board of Selectmen on Monday night. The full-size soccer and lacrosse field would be 200 feet by 300 feet and would include parking. “We’ve spoken to 62 residents in the neighborhood, and everyone’s for this idea,” Fiveson said. The field would add less congestion than the proposed ho…

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Darien, CT
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Lawrence Funeral Home Is Darien Majors Baseball Champions Lawrence Funeral Home Is Darien Majors Baseball Champions Lawrence Funeral Home Is Darien Majors Baseball Champions
Lawrence Funeral Home Is Darien Majors Baseball Champions DARIEN, Conn. – The Lawrence Funeral Home team defeated the Noroton Heights Fire Department team to become champions of the Majors Division of the Darien Little League. The youngsters won the crown in a 12-9 victory at McGuane Park on Sunday. Lawrence jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first on a triple by Harry Rayhill, who also had two doubles that day. Tommy Napolitano then followed with a two-run homer that brought the crowd to its feet as it flew over the center field fence and into the parking lot. Noroton Heights came back when Chris Vernal stole home in the second …

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Middlesex Students Graduate to Darien High School Middlesex Students Graduate to Darien High School Middlesex Students Graduate to Darien High School
Middlesex Students Graduate to Darien High School DARIEN, Conn. – Middlesex Middle School held a promotion ceremony for eighth-graders who are moving on to Darien High School in the fall. A total of 386 students were given diplomas signifying their achievements in middle school. Principal Debi Boccanfuso told the graduating students that words move quickly and can have a profound effect on others. She cautioned the students to choose their words carefully so they provide support and kindness to each other throughout their high school careers. Send your photos from the Middlesex graduation ceremony to [email protected].

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Darien, CT
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Darien Teen Arrested on Drug, Trespassing Charges Darien Teen Arrested on Drug, Trespassing Charges Darien Teen Arrested on Drug, Trespassing Charges
Darien Teen Arrested on Drug, Trespassing Charges DARIEN, Conn. – A Darien teenager was arrested on a drug charge after a resident reported seeing a group of teens trespassing on a neighbor's property. Police received a call at 11:45 a.m. Thursday from a resident of Inwood Road. He told police that the family was away and nobody was supposed to be on the property. When police arrived, they reported seeing two teens playing basketball, who immediately ran off when they saw the officers. Police said they saw four more teens running from a detached garage. In the garage, police reported that they smelled a strong odor of marijuana and found …

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Darien, CT
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Woman Accused of Violating Darien Dog Leash Law Woman Accused of Violating Darien Dog Leash Law Woman Accused of Violating Darien Dog Leash Law
Woman Accused of Violating Darien Dog Leash Law DARIEN, Conn. – A Norwalk woman was accused of violating Darien’s dog leash laws and being uncooperative with police. According to police reports, the animal control officer was patrolling Cherry Lawn Park at 9 a.m. June 12 when he saw Lynne Ward, 61, with a border collie off its leash. This was during a time when dogs are supposed to be kept on their leashes. The officer approached Ward and asked her for her license in order to write a ticket, police said. According to reports, Ward refused to provide the license, told the officer that she would not be receiving a ticket and then drove off…

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See This Week's Home Sales in Darien See This Week's Home Sales in Darien See This Week's Home Sales in Darien
See This Week's Home Sales in Darien DARIEN, Conn. – Here are the residential home sales and property transfers in Darien from June 7 to June 13, as reported to the town clerk’s office. • Philip and Michele Gioia sold 17 Wakemore St. to Patrick and Alicia Hirscht for $455,000. • Gary and Leslie Corrigan sold 373 West Ave. to Jay and Celeste Tini for $668,500. • Mary A. Galgano sold 44 Gideon Lane to William and Helen Pierce for $202,089. • Kristen Wenzel George sold 63 Hoyt St. to Thomas Birmingham and Mirellise Vazquez for $670,000. • Stanford and Donna Berizzi sold 6 Glenwood Drive to Tina Lum for $540,000. • Judith F. C…

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What's Happening in Darien This Week What's Happening in Darien This Week What's Happening in Darien This Week
What's Happening in Darien This Week DARIEN, Conn. – Among the events in Darien this week is a town hall-style meeting with State Rep. Terrie Wood, a short story discussion group and a workshop on shedding body fat. Here’s what’s happening this week in Darien. Monday, June 18 Special Education Committee: 7:45 a.m. The Special Education Committee of the Board of Education will meet. Board offices, Darien Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road. Lean Mah Jongg: 9 a.m. to noon. Mah Jongg instructor Joan Allocca will teach the rules of the game. Cost is $65 for DCA members and $85 for nonmembers. Darien Community Association, 274 Middlesex Roa…

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Ridgefield, CT
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Expose Your Puppy to Ridgefield at Early Age Expose Your Puppy to Ridgefield at Early Age Expose Your Puppy to Ridgefield at Early Age
Expose Your Puppy to Ridgefield at Early Age RIDGEFIELD, Conn. - Raising a puppy can be like raising a child for many Fairfield County dog owners. Like bringing up a child, it is important for owners to socialize their puppies and introduce them to a variety of experiences at an early age. "You don't want to just keep your puppy in one or two rooms," said Michele Wan, a Westport animal behavior therapist who also teaches puppy socialization classes at the Animal Wellness Veterinary Center in Norwalk. "You want your puppy to be out and about. Be careful, but you do want to expose it to life." The most important socialization in a dog'…

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Darien High School Class of 2012 Graduates Darien High School Class of 2012 Graduates Darien High School Class of 2012 Graduates
Darien High School Class of 2012 Graduates DARIEN, Conn. – Each graduating senior of the Darien High School Class of 2012 placed a name tag on Principal Dan Haron as they crossed the stage at the commencement ceremony Thursday evening. The tags would help Haron remember them as both he and the students move on to new adventures. Speeches given by students and faculty looked to the past and the future as the school celebrated the past four years with these students. Haron, who is leaving this year, thanked the students, teachers, parents and community for the memories. “I’m grateful that I was able to work with a student body who col…

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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 Carver Foundation’s annual Child of America gala and the Darien Collectors’ Car Show. Here’s what’s happening this weekend: Friday, June 15 Child of America Gala: 6 p.m. The Carver Foundation of Norwalk will hold its 11th annual Child of America Gala, featuring keynote speaker Joe Scarborough of MSNBC. Awards will be given to Miami-Dade County Public School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho and Darien’s Dave Campbell. Auction items include a trip to the London Olympics. Wee Burn Country Club, 410 Hollow Tree Ridge Road. “One for…

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