Stratford Beaches Will Be Closed Friday Stratford Beaches Will Be Closed Friday
Stratford Beaches Will Be Closed Friday Put away the bathing suits. The beaches in Stratford are closed Friday, June 29 for swimming due to all of the recent rain and concerns about bacteria. Town officials said the beaches are closed for precautionary measures after receiving more -than 1 inch of rain Thursday. Beaches can tentatively be re-opened on Saturday, June 30 providing the area does not receive more than 2 inches of rain within two days. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Boil Water Alert Lifted In City Of Danbury Boil Water Alert Lifted In City Of Danbury
Boil Water Alert Lifted In City Of Danbury It's official -- the Boil Water Alert has been lifted for Danbury residents. But, before drinking that water, there are a few steps that need to be taken, according to city officials. They are advising residents, businesses, food services, schools, childcare facilities, and healthcare facilities to “flush” their water following the lifting of the boil water notice to clear plumbing of potentially contaminated water.  Flushing your building water lines includes interior and exterior faucets, showers, water and ice dispensers, water treatment units, and so on. Failure to do so could result …
Norwalk Land Trust Starts Drive To Preserve Historic White Barn Property Norwalk Land Trust Starts Drive To Preserve Historic White Barn Property
Norwalk Land Trust Starts Drive To Preserve Historic White Barn Property NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk Land Trust has launched a campaign to raise $4 million to purchase the White Barn Property and preserve the 15.4-acres as woodlands, wetlands, and meadows with the eye-catching Stony Brook running through it.  The historic property is located on the Norwalk/Westport border and plays an important role protecting both the quality and quantity of drinking water for the local watershed. “Saving this beautiful property,” says Julian Henkin, a member of the Norwalk Land Trust’s board of directors, “is essential to protect a critical habitat for wildlife and a precious…
What Do You Think? Fairfield Asks For Input On Sustainability Draft What Do You Think? Fairfield Asks For Input On Sustainability Draft
What Do You Think? Fairfield Asks For Input On Sustainability Draft FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Fairfield’s Clean Energy Task Force is drafting its first-ever sustainability master plan — and they want to know what you think about it. On Friday, First Selectman Mike Tetreau invited residents to review and comment on the initial draft of the plan, which details specific initiatives for safeguarding Fairfield’s natural and built environments, natural resources and quality of life. The Sustainability Plan can be found on the Clean Energy Task Force’s webpage. Comments on the plan can be e-mailed to [email protected]. Residents may also attend two public f…
Fair Lawn's New Mayor Focuses On Water Quality Fair Lawn's New Mayor Focuses On Water Quality
Fair Lawn's New Mayor Focuses On Water Quality FAIR LAWN, N.J. — Lisa Swain has been sworn in as the new mayor of Fair Lawn, replacing John Cosgrove -- now her deputy. On Swain's agenda is improving water quality, pedestrian safety and revitalizing the downtown, NorthJersey.com reports. At 59 years old, Swain -- a Democrat -- is an accomplished triathlete who served on the council for 10 years, and was appointed mayor for the second time last week (prior: 2011), the article says. After contaminants were found in the borough's water, Fair Lawn officials promised the safety was up to par -- and Swain wants to make sure it stays that way,…