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, CT
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Steve Carell Films, Greets Fans In Darien Steve Carell Films, Greets Fans In Darien Steve Carell Films, Greets Fans In Darien
Steve Carell Films, Greets Fans In Darien DARIEN, Conn. – "The Office" star Steve Carell is in Darien filming his new movie "Great Hope Springs." Carell, seen here with Darien resident Sally Bushing, was reportedly very gracious in letting passers-by take their pictures with him as he was filming at the Tokeneke Gas Station. Friday he is filming on Coachlamp Lane. In the film, Carell plays a marriage counselor to a middle-aged couple played by Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones. The film was written by Vanessa Taylor and directed by David Frankel. Did you spot Steve Carell while he was in Darien? Send your photos to cdonahue@thedaily…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Send Us Your Back-to-School Photos, Darien! Send Us Your Back-to-School Photos, Darien! Send Us Your Back-to-School Photos, Darien!
Send Us Your Back-to-School Photos, Darien! DARIEN, Conn. – Summer vacation is over–Darien kids went back to school Thursday. Did you take pictures of your children before they went off to school this morning? Share them with your friends and neighbors by sending them  to [email protected] and we'll post them on The Daily Darien. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for important school information throughout the year. 

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Ox Ridge Pupils Return to School Ox Ridge Pupils Return to School Ox Ridge Pupils Return to School
Ox Ridge Pupils Return to School DARIEN, Conn. – The sun was shining and the children were smiling as they stepped off the bus Thursday morning for their first day of school at Ox Ridge Elementary. The students were greeted by Principal John Rechi and Assistant Principal Luke Forshaw as they filed into the school, ready to start a new year of studies after a long hot summer. If you have back-to-school photos, send them to reporter Casey Donahue at [email protected], and don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter! 

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Students Push to Wrap Up Summer AP Work Darien Students Push to Wrap Up Summer AP Work Darien Students Push to Wrap Up Summer AP Work
Darien Students Push to Wrap Up Summer AP Work DARIEN, Conn. – Although their summer vacation was extended a few days because of Hurricane Irene, Darien students must prepare to go back to school on Thursday. That means filling their backpacks with newly bought school supplies, learning their schedules and, in the case of seniors Devon McCarthy and Hannah Caldwell, finishing up copious amounts of AP work. Caldwell, who is taking four APs, claims getting a head-start is the key to success. "I had three books to read this summer, so it was essential I started early." McCarthy concurs, emphasizing the importance of preparation. "With the…

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by Matt Mullen
Darien, CT
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Still In the Dark? Darien Works To Restore Power Still In the Dark? Darien Works To Restore Power Still In the Dark? Darien Works To Restore Power
Still In the Dark? Darien Works To Restore Power DARIEN, Conn. – A total of 2,453 Connecticut Light & Power customers were still without power in Darien as of 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, representing 31 percent of the town. First Selectman Dave Campbell said the town is continuing to move forward by clearing roads and restoring power. All major roads are open, and eight high priority public safety trouble spots needed to be completed. Eleven CL&P trucks are operating in Daren. Middlesex Middle School is open until 8 p.m. Wednesday for showers, with six male and 12 female private showers available. Bring your own towels and toiletries. Da…

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by Casey Donahue
Greenwich, CT
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Greenwich Schools Will Open Sept. 7 Greenwich Schools Will Open Sept. 7 Greenwich Schools Will Open Sept. 7
Greenwich Schools Will Open Sept. 7 GREENWICH, Conn. – The start of the new school year in Greenwich has been delayed until Wednesday, Sept. 7, because of blocked roads. The Board of Education announced on its website Wednesday evening that downed wires and debris in the roads have made them inaccessible for buses and unsafe for walkers. All student activities planned for Thursday and Friday are canceled except for Greenwich High School athletic practices because they do not require bus transportation. School will be open Tuesday, Sept. 6, for sixth- and ninth-grade orientations. Greenwich High School and Western Middle Schoo…

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Schools Will Start Thursday on a Delay Darien Schools Will Start Thursday on a Delay Darien Schools Will Start Thursday on a Delay
Darien Schools Will Start Thursday on a Delay DARIEN, Conn. – Darien schools will start their year on Thursday, Sept. 2, on a 90-minute delay, Superintendent Stephen Falcone announced Wednesday afternoon. The year was supposed to start Monday. "All school buildings currently have power and food service capability, and road conditions will allow for appropriate, safe transportation," Falcone said in a statement. Darien High School will start at 9:10 a.m. Middlesex Middle School will start at 9:25 a.m. Hindley, Royle and Tokeneke Elementary Schools will all start at 9:55 a.m. Holmes and Ox Ridge will start at 10:30 a.m. Kindergarten …

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by Casey Donahue
Greenwich, CT
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Transformer Fire Closes Greenwich's Perrot Library Transformer Fire Closes Greenwich's Perrot Library Transformer Fire Closes Greenwich's Perrot Library
Transformer Fire Closes Greenwich's Perrot Library GREENWICH, Conn. – UPDATE: The Perrot Library reports that the electrical repairs have been completed and that they are now open. Original article: The Perrot Library was closed to the public Wednesday due to a transformer fire on South Beach Avenue, Director Kevin McCarthy said. "The fire department closed off the roads around the library as a precaution. Safety is paramount, but don't worry, the library is not on fire," McCarthy said. The library was evacuated around 11:30 a.m. while crews worked to put out the fire. McCarthy said he had no idea when the Library would reopen. "We have …

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by Casey Donahue
Darien, CT
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Darien Schools Will Be Closed Wednesday Darien Schools Will Be Closed Wednesday Darien Schools Will Be Closed Wednesday
Darien Schools Will Be Closed Wednesday DARIEN, Conn. – Schools will be canceled for the third consecutive day on Wednesday due to power outages in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene. Schools were originally supposed to start Monday. The ELP Special Education student orientation has been postponed until Thursday at noon at Tokeneke Elementary School and 1:15 p.m. at Hindley Elementary School. How is your Darien student dealing with the extended summer vacation? Tell us in the comments below, on Facebook and on Twitter.  

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by Casey Donahue
Norwalk, CT
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Norwalk Man Charged With Fleeing Darien Cops Norwalk Man Charged With Fleeing Darien Cops Norwalk Man Charged With Fleeing Darien Cops
Norwalk Man Charged With Fleeing Darien Cops DARIEN, Conn. – Michael Schanck, 49, of Norwalk was arrested in Darien on Monday, Aug. 22, when he sped off after being pulled over and engaged police in a reckless chase. Schanck was pulled over at 10:23 a.m. after an officer allegedly saw him speeding and passing cars in a no-passing lane on Post Road near Old Kings Highway North. The officer pulled Schanck over. As the officer was getting out of his car, Schanck took off down Post Road toward downtown. He got bogged down in traffic but solved that problem by going through red lights and passing people on the left in no-passing zones, all …

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