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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Stevenson Ready for Darien's Top Job Stevenson Ready for Darien's Top Job Stevenson Ready for Darien's Top Job
for Darien's Top Job DARIEN, Conn. – Darien elected Jayme Stevenson as its first selectman Tuesday night by a wide majority. Now that the election is done, Stevenson says she is ready to get to work. "Just because the campaign is over doesn't mean the work stops," she said Tuesday night at the Republicans' headquarters on Post Road. As a bustling crowd of supporters gathered around to congratulate her on her victory, she said she will work with current First Selectman Dave Campbell on transitioning into the job. "I want to go around Town Hall and talk to all of the town employees," she said. "This election real…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Commuters Could Boost Low Turnout Darien Commuters Could Boost Low Turnout Darien Commuters Could Boost Low Turnout
Darien Commuters Could Boost Low Turnout DARIEN, Conn. – The commuter crowd may add a small bump to a relatively slow Election Day. As of 7 p.m., 32.7 percent of registered voters in town had cast their votes.As commuters started getting off the trains, a small line formed at Hindley Elementary, where voters in District 4 go. The moderator, Thomas Valentino, said he expected about 800 voters by the end of the night."It's been pretty steady. It's been very smooth. There have been no glitches," he said.All day, the vote totals have been lower than the last municipal election in 2009. The vote total at 7 p.m. was 5.5 percent lower than…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Election Draws Below Average Crowds Darien Election Draws Below Average Crowds Darien Election Draws Below Average Crowds
Darien Election Draws Below Average Crowds DARIEN, Conn. – It's been a slow but steady stream of Darien voters at the polls today. As of 3 p.m. 2,647 votes have been cast, representing 21.3 percent of the town. In the 2009 municipal election, the voter turnout at this time was slightly higher, at 25.3 percent. As many may have predicted, the main issue that is driving a lot of voters to the polls is the shuffle. The project to move the Senior Center was the most-talked about topic in this campaign, with opinions on its merits being primarily split along party lines. "I wanted to voice my opinion on it," said Jackie Scott after she …

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Decision Day: Darien Heads to the Polls Decision Day: Darien Heads to the Polls Decision Day: Darien Heads to the Polls
Decision Day: Darien Heads to the Polls DARIEN, Conn. – It’s Election Day, and it’s time for Darien residents to decide who they want to lead their town. Polling places will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Here’s a rundown of the races: First Selectman Three candidates are up for the position of first selectman: Republican Jayme Stevenson, Democrat John Lundeen and Ultra Conservative candidate Chris Noe. The first selectman heads the Board of Selectmen for two years. The candidates who lose the race for first selectman automatically become part of the race for selectman. Board of Selectmen Four candidates are running for…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Selectman Race Focuses on Spending Darien Selectman Race Focuses on Spending Darien Selectman Race Focuses on Spending
Darien Selectman Race Focuses on Spending DARIEN, Conn. – The key phrase in this year's race for the Board of Selectmen has been "fiscal responsibility." Throughout their campaigns, the candidates have spent most of their time discussing how they plan to control Darien's spending. Most of the discussions have focused on the $6.97 million shuffle project, which was approved by the Representative Town Meeting last Tuesday. The project will have the Senior Center moved to the Board of Education offices at Town Hall, and the Board of Education moved to the old library location at 35 Leroy Ave. The old Senior Center will be razed to make…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Man Drives Research for Rare Brain Disorder Darien Man Drives Research for Rare Brain Disorder Darien Man Drives Research for Rare Brain Disorder
Darien Man Drives Research for Rare Brain Disorder DARIEN, Conn. – Since his daughter, Grace, was diagnosed with Rasmussen's Encephalitis in 2008, Seth Wohlberg has been working to fund research and raise awareness of the rare neurological disorder. The Darien resident recently helped to form a unique research consortium between three institutions to encourage collaboration and sharing of research. "It's sort of unorthodox," Wohlberg said of the tissue- and data-sharing project. "The idea of the consortium is that there's an abiding set of principles that they all agree on for collaborative and more open interaction." He said such sharing is…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Suit Moves Forward to Reverse Darien Moratorium Suit Moves Forward to Reverse Darien Moratorium Suit Moves Forward to Reverse Darien Moratorium
Suit Moves Forward to Reverse Darien Moratorium DARIEN, Conn. – A motion by Darien to dismiss a lawsuit filed by affordable housing developers Chris and Margaret Stefanoni was denied by a state Superior Court. The couple is suing the town to overturn the affordable housing moratorium granted last year. "Over the last year, the Republicans in Darien have constantly bragged about getting a moratorium, but this 'accomplishment' is pure baloney," Chris Stefanoni said. "The few people who actually pay attention to the facts know that the moratorium was never deserved, and now the moratorium is about to get taken away." State statute 8-30g all…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Candidate Stevenson Talks Leadership Darien Candidate Stevenson Talks Leadership Darien Candidate Stevenson Talks Leadership
Darien Candidate Stevenson Talks Leadership DARIEN, Conn. – The following position piece was submitted by Republican candidate for first selectman Jayme Stevenson.  With just days to go before the November 8 election, I am sitting at our Post Road campaign headquarters watching people and traffic pass by and reflecting on my campaign for First Selectman. Two overwhelming thoughts come to mind.  First, we are so lucky to live in a wonderful town filled with outstanding people – families, seniors, volunteers, employees and friends. My opponents and I have written and debated on a multitude of timely and important topics like taxes, bud…

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by Jayme Stevenson, Republican Candidate for First Selectman
Darien, CT
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Vote and Vaccinate in Darien on Tuesday Vote and Vaccinate in Darien on Tuesday Vote and Vaccinate in Darien on Tuesday
Vote and Vaccinate in Darien on Tuesday DARIEN, Conn. – While you’re taking the time to vote Tuesday, you might as well take some more time and get yourself a flu shot. The Darien Health Department will hold a Flu Prevention Clinic at Town Hall on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m. The vaccines are $30 and available to anyone over the age of 3. There is no fee for those with Medicare Part B, but you must bring your card. No appointment is necessary. There will be a high-dose vaccine available for people over the age of 65. If you have any questions or concerns about the high-dose vaccine you should check with your health care provider. Al…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Candidates Want To Fix Station Parking Mess Darien Candidates Want To Fix Station Parking Mess Darien Candidates Want To Fix Station Parking Mess
Darien Candidates Want To Fix Station Parking Mess DARIEN, Conn. – Commuters have long taken issue with the difficulty of getting a parking permit at one of Darien’s two train stations. A resident can wait years to get a parking permit, and in the meantime must rely on parking vouchers, which cost twice as much to use over a year. The issue has been brought before the Board of Selectmen many times, and the candidates in this year’s elections are addressing the problem. First Selectman Dave Campbell said it is a tough issue but said steps have been taken. “We’ve worked very hard to get as many people in the lots as possible,” he said. One s…

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