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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Darien Forum Details How to Prevent Power Outages Darien Forum Details How to Prevent Power Outages Darien Forum Details How to Prevent Power Outages
Darien Forum Details How to Prevent Power Outages DARIEN, Conn. – Town governments and utility companies need to work more closely together to avoid the widespread and long-lasting power outages seen after Hurricane Irene and the Halloween snowstorm. This was the main message at a forum about power outages held Tuesday in Darien. Joseph McGee, co-chair of the governor’s Two-Storm Panel, said a major recommendation from the panel is for mayors and selectmen to form compacts with utility companies on how they would work together to clear roads and get power back after storms. Confusion and a lack of communication is part of what took so long …

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Darien Police Locate Missing Elderly Woman Darien Police Locate Missing Elderly Woman Darien Police Locate Missing Elderly Woman
Darien Police Locate Missing Elderly Woman DARIEN, Conn. – An elderly woman who was reported missing has been found, safe and sound, according to Darien Police. Ana Ruz, who has a history of dementia, was reported missing in the area of Camp Avenue and Greenwood Avenue on Tuesday afternoon. Soon after the alert went out, she was located.

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Darien Weighs Options To Fix Train Station Parking Darien Weighs Options To Fix Train Station Parking Darien Weighs Options To Fix Train Station Parking
Darien Weighs Options To Fix Train Station Parking DARIEN, Conn. – Darien is taking steps to address the longstanding problem of parking at its train stations. An increase in penalties for people parking where they’re not supposed to, fines for late permit renewals and technology to make parking easier to regulate are among the options being considered. Town Administrator Karl Kilduff presented a number of parking issues to the Board of Selectmen on Monday night. Commuters at the Noroton Heights station are parking in spots designated for Depot use only, he said. The fine is $15, but Town Counsel Wayne Fox said that could be increased to as …

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Darien, CT
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Chris Shays' Five Favorite Things About Darien Chris Shays' Five Favorite Things About Darien Chris Shays' Five Favorite Things About Darien
Chris Shays' Five Favorite Things About Darien DARIEN, Conn. – When Chris Shays was growing up in Darien, he used to ride his bicycle all over town. It’s one of his fondest memories of his hometown. But there is one thing that tops his list of favorite things about Darien. “I met my wife there,” the U.S. Senate hopeful and former Fairfield County congressman said. He first met his wife, Betsi, when they were in eighth grade and started dating her when they were seniors together at Darien High School. “Whenever I drive through Darien I’m filled with memories,” he said. The town also was a place where he forged deep friendships, he said. …

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Darien Resident Named "Super Lawyer" Darien Resident Named "Super Lawyer" Darien Resident Named "Super Lawyer"
Darien Resident Named "Super Lawyer" DARIEN, Conn. – Darien resident George Reilly has been selected as a “Super Lawyer” in the Family Law practice area by New England Super Lawyers magazine. This is the fifth time the magazine has selected Reilly as a Super Lawyer. New England Super Lawyers magazine selects lawyers in more than 70 practice areas who have achieved a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Reilly is a member of the matrimonial law firm of Siegel, Reilly and Conlon, LLC. He has practiced family law involving prenuptial agreements, divorce, support and parenting issues for more than 25 year…

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Darien Teens' Contest Video Promotes Safe Driving Darien Teens' Contest Video Promotes Safe Driving Darien Teens' Contest Video Promotes Safe Driving
Darien Teens' Contest Video Promotes Safe Driving DARIEN, Conn. – A video by Darien teens has made it into the Top Ten in the 2012 DMV Teen Safe Driving Video Contest. The theme for this year’s contest is how a community helps to make teens safer drivers. The short video, produced by a group of Darien High School students, depicts how kids emulate their parents’ driving habits. The video that gets the most views in the contest will win a $1,000 cash award, among other prizes. The winner will be announced in April.

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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. – If you're looking for something to do in Darien this weekend before school starts up again, check out the fire safety event at the Noroton Heights Fire Station. This event is taking place across Fairfield County in honor of the Stamford family that suffered a tragic fire on Christmas. Other events happening this weekend include auditions at the Darien Arts Center and activities at the Darien Library. Friday, Feb. 24 4 p.m. – Family Gaming Sandbox at the Darien Library. Bring the whole family to the Storytime Room for an afternoon of video games on the Wii, Xbox Kinect and ha…

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Darien, CT
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Darien Unemployment at Lowest Point in Three Years Darien Unemployment at Lowest Point in Three Years Darien Unemployment at Lowest Point in Three Years
Darien Unemployment at Lowest Point in Three Years DARIEN, Conn. – The unemployment rate in Darien at the end of the 2011 was the lowest it has been since 2008. According to the Connecticut Department of Labor, all but 480 of Darien’s 9,152-member labor force were working. That equals an unemployment rate of 5.2 percent. At the beginning of 2011, that figure was at 6.4 percent. The last time the unemployment rate was that low was in December 2008, when it was at 4.5 percent. Kate Foster runs the job search support program at the YWCA Darien/Norwalk, which helps women in Fairfield County who are trying to find work. Foster said that, while t…

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Lieberman Office Evacuated Due To Suspicious Mail Lieberman Office Evacuated Due To Suspicious Mail Lieberman Office Evacuated Due To Suspicious Mail
Lieberman Office Evacuated Due To Suspicious Mail HARTFORD, Conn. – U.S. Sen. Joseph Lieberman’s Hartford office was evacuated Thursday afternoon after employees received a suspicious package. Senate offices received notice from the Senate Sergeant at Arms on Wednesday morning to be on the lookout for suspicious packages, said Whitney Phillips, Lieberman’s Washington spokeswoman. When Lieberman staffers were sorting mail at lunchtime Thursday, they found a package with the return address that they had been warned about. The package was secluded, and local authorities were contacted. Phillips said the office was not immediately evacuated, …

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Darien School Bands To Play Concert Series Darien School Bands To Play Concert Series Darien School Bands To Play Concert Series
Darien School Bands To Play Concert Series DARIEN, Conn. – Musicians from all Darien schools will join together for two concerts in one night. The Darien Schools Music Department will be holding the All-Town Band Festival on Feb. 29 at Darien High School. Approximately 450 student musicians from all levels will perform in the concerts. Each band will perform separately, and then all will join together at the end for a rendition of “America, the Beautiful.” The concerts will be held at 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the Darien High School gymnasium. There is no charge for admission, but a ticket will be required. Tickets can be picked up fr…

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