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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Norwalk, CT

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Norwalk's Matt Iannazzo Keeps Positive On Baseball Path NORWALK, Conn. – Former Norwalk High School baseball star Matt Iannazzo was disappointed the Chicago Cubs did not assign him to a minor league team coming out of spring training. But the second-year pro remains committed to his sport. “I’m disappointed, but the reality was it was not so much as me failing as there just wasn’t enough room,’’ said Iannazzo, who stayed in Arizona for extended spring training while other players dispersed to their teams. “With that being said, I still have a jersey and I’m still playing, so that’s a positive.” In spring training, Iannazzo pitched eight inning…

by Tom Renner

04/04/2013

New Rochelle, NY

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NBC's Andrea Canning Named MC For Iona College Dinner NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – NBC's Andrea Canning will be the master of ceremonies for Iona College's Trustee Award Dinner on Friday, April 12, at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. Canning is a news correspondent for NBC's Dateline. “We are privileged to welcome Andrea Canning as Master of Ceremonies for our upcoming Trustees Awards Dinner,” said Paul J. Sutera, senior vice president for Advancement & External Affairs. “Her wide range of experiences as a national correspondent for several television networks places her in a unique category of top caliber talent. She will be a welcome add…

by Tom Renner

04/03/2013

Mount Pleasant, NY

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New Historical Book Details Pleasantville's Past PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. – Bert Ruiz, lead trustee of the Mount Pleasant Historical Society, will release the paperback book “Pleasantville (Images of America)" on April 8. The book is available for purchase online. According to the book's description, the town has “a rich patriotic fabric woven with the arrival of the first tenant farmers and laborers during Dutch Manor rule.” The book details the attraction of “New York City professionals wanting an idyllic countryside” and also delves into the launch of Reader’s Digest and its founders, DeWitt and Lila Wallace. Ruiz is also a trustee of the…

by Tom Renner

04/03/2013

Norwalk, CT

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Norwalk Summer Softball Teammates Will Be Spring Rivals NORWALK, Conn. – Norwalk’s Wally Hurd will be keeping a close eye on the Fairfield County Interscholastic Athletic Conference softball teams this season. The coach of the Norwalk Riptide will be keeping close tabs on players at three FCIAC schools and another at Notre Dame of Fairfield. Hurd, an assistant coach to Tom Kriz at Trinity Catholic, will go up against some of his current and former players in games against Norwalk and Brien McMahon. It’s an interesting dynamic, especially because Hurd has been coaching many of the girls for five years or more. “It’s both an advantage and a disa…

by Tom Renner

04/03/2013

Pleasantville, NY

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Broadway Star Sings for Westchester CC Scholarship Fund VALHALLA, N.Y. – Broadway star Christine Andreas will perform at Westchester Community College’s annual fundraiser April 17 at Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown. The Spring for Scholarships event raises fund for student scholarships. It begins at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail party and dinner. Andreas’ performance is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Andreas has appeared in Broadway productions of "My Fair Lady," "Oklahoma!" "Pal Joey" and "La Cage Aux Folles." Her cabaret act has been performed in Carnegie Hall, Café Carlyle and the Algonquin’s Oak Room. She also performed last year at S…

by Tom Renner

04/03/2013

Mt. Kisco, NY

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Northern Westchester Hospital To Host Teddy Bear Clinic MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. – Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco will hold a Teddy Bear Clinic on Saturday, April 13, beginning at 8 a.m. The clinic gives children experience if they visit their doctor, hospital or emergency department. Children will learn about medical treatments and healthy habits, X-rays, splints, stitches and casts. Children will also take a tour of the pediatric unit. Children can also engage in interactive events on exercise, healthy eating, first aid and safety, reducing exposure to germs and ambulance tours. The last tour is scheduled to begin at 10:15 a.m. Pare…

by Tom Renner

04/02/2013

Danbury, CT

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Danbury Gala Volunteer Enjoys Seeing Dreams Come True DANBURY, Conn. – Kristie Perry loves seeing the faces of the families at the Dream Come True Gala. She has been associated with the organization for five years, including the last two as the executive director, and the smiles at the gala grow brighter with each passing year. “Everybody loves to get dressed up and have an enjoyable night out,’’ said Perry, who is involved with putting together the final pieces for this year’s event on April 6 at The Amber Room in Danbury. “It’s exciting to let them get dressed up, enjoy the night and just share the excitement.” The theme for this year’s ga…

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Darien, CT

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Darien Girls Spark Strong Norwalk Rowing Program DARIEN, Conn. – Darien High School seniors Kate Tyrrell and Kylie Maier jumped on the fast track with the Connecticut Boat Club rowing team. Now the girls are getting ready to end their abbreviated careers with a big finish for the nationally decorated program. Tyrell, Maier and Norwalk-based CBC begin the spring season this weekend at the San Diego Crew Classic. Tyrrell and Maier are among the girls who have come further and faster than just about anyone in the four-year-old program for coach Liz Trond. Tyrrell, who will attend Clemson, is completing her first full year of rowing on the …

by Tom Renner

04/02/2013

Danbury, CT

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Danbury Half Marathon Runners Can Help Newtown Police DANBURY, Conn. – Runners have supported many causes in races throughout Fairfield County. In Sunday’s Stratton Faxon Danbury Half Marathon, runners can help the Newtown Police Union and participate in the race for free. Runners who raise $100 for the police will receive free entry into the half marathon or 5K. The races begin at 10:20 a.m. at Rogers Park in Danbury. The half marathon course also goes through Bethel and Redding. Runners can register online until race day to support the police union. The event website is also online. Regular registration is $27 for the 5K and $50 for the ha…

by Tom Renner

04/02/2013

Westport, CT

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Weston's Charlie DiPasquale Named Athlete Of The Month WESTON, Conn. – Weston High School senior Charlie DiPasquale can include class president, basketball star and glittering academic performance on his resume. In the last month, he added crisis management to his list of achievements. DiPasquale was named The Daily Voice Athlete of the Month for Fairfield County. He led the Trojans to the Class M state basketball championship -- the team's fourth time making it that far. More important, he showed poise, leadership and courage after a tumultuous period involving the resignation and rehiring of coach Mike Hvizdo. “It was like a movie,’’ DiPasq…

by Tom Renner

04/01/2013

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