Tom Renner

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No one knows local sports quite like Tom Renner, The Daily Voice's Sports Editor. For 22 years, he covered the field for The Stamford Advocate. He's been in Fairfield County since 1987.

Tom was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Pound Ridge, NY

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Opinion: Affordable Housing in Pound Ridge What an Idea POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- Does society have an obligation to provide affordable housing for those who need it? I believe it does. Should taxpayers each provide a few dimes and nickels annually to pay for it? I believe we should. Does our Government or any group have the right to dictate terms as to where it should be available? Absolutely not. The lawsuit filed against Westchester County over this issue was based on some obscure 19th century law. As far as I am concerned, it could have been over war reparations from the Battle of Little Big Horn. If the issue is so important for local politici…

by Laurance Baschkin

08/21/2013

Stamford, CT

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Bobby Valentine Likes What He Sees In Westport Players STAMFORD, Conn. – Bobby Valentine loves the way Westport is embracing its appearance in the Little League World Series. “It looks like they are Little League players who are really enjoying it,’’ said Valentine, now the athletic director at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield. “They are right in the moment, and it looks like they’re having a lot of fun. More than wins and losses, it’s all about having fun. They have the smiles when the smiles are called for. It looks like they’re having a tremendous experience.” Valentine, the former manager of the Red Sox and Mets, covered the Little Le…

by Tom Renner

08/21/2013

White Plains, NY

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Astorino Delivers Keynote Address At Conference In White Plains WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – Westchester County Executive Robert Astorino was the keynote speaker last week at the RealShare Westchester Fairfield Counties Conference. The conference featured real estate and business professionals. Panelists discussed the economic of the Tappan Zee Bridge, the emerging biotech and health care industries and development and re-development in Westchester. Conference presenter GlobeSt.com detailed Astorino's comments.

by Tom Renner

08/21/2013

Westport, CT

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Westport Meets California Wednesday At World Series WESTPORT, Conn. – Westport Little League needs one more victory to play for the championship of the United States. Westport plays Chula Vista, Calif., on Wednesday at 8 p.m. in a battle between the only two undefeated U.S. teams left in the tournament. The game will be televised on ESPN. The winner advances to Saturday’s championship game. The loser plays on Thursday, and would need to win that game to play in Saturday’s game. Westport, 20-0 this summer, has defeated Nashville, Tenn., and Sammamish, Wash. in its first two games at the World Series. Sunday’s win over Washington, a 9-7 slug…

by Tom Renner

08/21/2013

Bronxville, NY

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Bronxville-Ley Real Estate Plans 'Empty Nest' Seminar BRONXVILLE, N.Y. – Bronxville-Ley Real Estate will host an Empty Nest seminar on Sept. 25 at the Bronxville Public Library. The seminar will be held in the Yeager Room and will run from 7 to 9 p.m. The seminar is free, and homeowners whose children have moved out can learn more about a potential new lifestyle with lower real estate taxes and utility bills, and fewer responsibilities for yard work, snow removal, plumbing repairs and roof maintenance. The panel of experts will include a transition manager, a CPA, financial planner and real estate broker. People interested in attending c…

by Tom Renner

08/21/2013

Norwalk, CT

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Norwalk Community College Holds Walk-In Advising, Registration NORWALK, Conn. -- Norwalk Community College will hold a walk-in advising and registration session on Wednesday, from 3-6 p.m. in the East Campus Atrium. Students can meet with an adviser and choose courses. Fall classes begin Sept. 4. For more information, contact the Counseling Office at 203-857-7033 or admissions at 203-857-7068. Students can also visits www.norwalk.edu.

by Tom Renner

08/20/2013

Norwalk, CT

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Stamford Professor Finds Ideal Job With University of Bridgeport STAMFORD, Conn. – MaryAnn Gardner found her passion for teaching early in her career. The enjoyment she finds teaching students in the University of Bridgeport’s IDEAL Program adds to her enthusiasm. “I immediately enjoyed it,’’ said Gardner, who teaches psychology and human service courses. She started teaching at Bridgeport two years ago and is an adjunct professor in the university’s Stamford branch. “I think the environment is so friendly and warm, and it helps students who are returning or who are coming in for the first time. I think it’s so important that you find a school like the U…

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Danbury, CT

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Danbury Pageant Contestant Also Finds Beauty In Hockey DANBURY, Conn. – Danbury’s Ashley Leach believes her experience in beauty pageants helped launch her career as a hockey commentator. Now, the trick for the rising senior at Western Connecticut State University is to juggle her education, job and pageantry contests and make them all fit into a crowded life puzzle. “I saw the schedule for my job this fall and it’s going to be pretty hectic,’’ said Leach, who landed a job in May as a broadcaster for Gotta Love CT Hockey. “Every Saturday and Sunday I’m going to have to be at a rink. I’m going to try to make it work with the pageants. But if I…

by Tom Renner

08/20/2013

Stamford, CT

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Stamford's '83 Little League World Series Team Roots For Westport STAMFORD, Conn. – Players from the Stamford American Little League team of 1983 have advice and encouragement for the Westport team competing in the Little League World Series. After all, they’ve been there, done that. “I hope these kids can embrace the entire experience,’’ said Brian Mayglothling, an outfielder on Stamford team. “Just go out, play great baseball and have fun doing it.” “To me these kids don’t have to win, they’ve won already just by getting there,’’ said Tom Piersa, a pitcher. “It’s a huge accomplishment. You’d love to see the team from Westport win. I’m rooting for them…

by Tom Renner

08/20/2013

Rye, NY

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Michael Rackenberg Joins Houlihan Lawrence In Rye RYE, N.Y. – Houlihan Lawrence announced the addition of Michael Rackenberg as the newest Licensed Salesperson to its Commercial Real Estate Group. He will be based in Rye. In addition to advising clients on commercial sales and leasing, Rackenberg has a specialized focus on assisting buyers looking to use retirement funds for commercial investments. Rackenberg comes to Houlihan Lawrence with extensive experience in telecommunications and consulting. Rackenberg previously held multiple positions at Allegiance Telecom, Inc., where he managed a large team, conducted trainings and focused o…

by Tom Renner

08/20/2013

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