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Moms of 2 teens killed in DUI crash support defendant at sentencing
A young man from Stamford was sentenced to 10 years in prison Tuesday for a deadly DUI crash that killed two of his teenage friends. It was an emotional hearing in Stamford Superior Court, where even the judge got choked up after the victims’ mothers spoke in support of the defendant, Jerry Diaz, 22.
Anti-LGBTQ Signs Posted At Greenwich Town Hall After Pride Celebration
The incident took place in Greenwich on Monday, June 5 after 8 a.m., following a Pride celebration at Town Hall by local government officials and dignitaries on Sunday, June 4. A Greenwich Police Department detective assigned to the Community Impact Section is investigating the incident, said Lt. Patrick Smyth, of...
DA: 30-Year Christmas Eve Murder In Hudson Valley, New York Solved
Two men have been arrested nearly 30 years after a Hudson Valley man was violently murdered on Christmas Eve. Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah and New York State Police Acting Superintendent Steven A. Nigrelli announced on Tuesday that two men were indicted for a 1995 murder. Christmas Eve...
Student Accused Of Assaulting Teacher At HS In Yonkers
The incident happened in Yonkers on Monday afternoon, June 5, when a 16-year-old female student at Gorton High School allegedly struck a 50-year-old female teacher, according to Yonkers Police Lieutenant Dean Politopoulos. The student, whose name was not released as a result of her age, was then arrested on Tuesday,...
Letter: Greenwich minister ‘moved’ by raising of Pride flag
I would like to share my delight and then sadness about the raising of the Pride flag at Greenwich Town Hall on Sunday afternoon. First, my delight: The Greenwich I know has always stood on the side of strong personal relationships, neighborly good will, and broad acceptance. As a member...
Arts & Crafts on Bedford AND the Stamford Downtown Farmers Market return this Saturday, June 10
STAMFORD CT – While it’s still technically spring, summer is making a comeback quickly in Stamford. This Saturday, June 10, Stamford Downtown will be the location of two emblematic for the sunny season events – the launch of the local Farmers Market and the annual tradition of Arts & Crafts on Bedford.
Hate signs targeting LGBTQ+ community were illegally placed at Greenwich Town Hall, officials say
State leaders have condemned the people who placed hate signs around Greenwich Town Hall. The signs targeting the LGBTQ+ community were "illegally placed," officials say. June is also Pride Month. Connecticut House Democrats say that the messages of hate will not be tolerated and reaffirmed their support for the LGBTQ+...
By the Third Time They Met at the Train Station, Kazmierczak Said, ‘I Knew He Was the One’
In a voice cracking with emotion, Phil Magalnick stood before a justice of the peace, professing his deep love and neverending gratitude for his bride, when he was interrupted. “Attention Amtrak passengers! Arriving next on track four, Amtrak Northeast regional train eighty-eight to Boston South Station!”. Magalnick paused only a...
GAAMHA opens innovative recovery home for mothers with children. Here's what they offer
PETERSHAM — The Greenwich Housing Center is the first sobriety home program that focuses on reuniting recovering mothers with their children in the North Central Massachusetts area. The recovery program established by the Gardner Athol Area Mental Health Associate, opened its doors to families last month and it is...
Pedestrian hit by car on Old Country Road was running across the street: Witnesses
A 43-year-old woman was struck by a Toyota in Carle Place on Tuesday as she tried to cross the street. Nassau County Police say she was seriously injured. Detectives from the Nassau County's Third Precinct detained the 73-year-old woman behind the wheel of a gray Toyota at the scene of the accident, which took place just before 9 a.m. Monday morning.
Measure to re-name Mario Cuomo Bridge advances, but faces challenge to being made law
Restoring the "Tappan Zee" name to the bridge that spans the Hudson River at Rockland and Westchester counties advanced on Tuesday in the state Senate under a bipartisan measure. But the bill faces an uncertain future in the state Assembly, where lawmakers have said it is unlikely to pass before...
Long Island students remembering D-Day in unique way
OLD BETHPAGE, N.Y. -- Tuesday marks 79 years since D-Day, when 160,000 allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France during World War II. Tuesday morning on Omaha Beach, relatives and friends gathered to remember their loved ones. More than 2,500 Americans were killed. The invasion led to the liberation of France from the Nazis, and the end of the war in Europe. On Long Island, students are involved in a unique Normandy history challenge influenced by a remarkable 97-year-old veteran. Mortimer Roberts of East Northport was an 18-year-old naval aviation mechanic on D-Day. "I joined the service. I joined the Navy to get into the...
Where To Get The Tastiest Breakfast In Fairfield County
Are you a breakfast person? Is it your favorite meal of the day? Well, here are some great places to order your favorite breakfast items in Fairfield County, Connecticut. From local diners to coffee houses and neighborhood restaurants. These 5 establishments are really great places to get your egg and cheese sandwiches, short stack of pancakes with maple syrup and sausage, eggs over-easy with bacon or French toast with fresh whipped cream and fruit.
Bipartisan Joyous Occasion in Greenwich Marred By Bigotry
In a welcome display of bipartisan unity, Greenwich legislators including Senator Ryan Fazio, First Selectperson Fred Camillo, Representatives Stephen Meskers, Rachel Khanna, Hector Arzeno, Selectpersons Lauren Rabin and Janet Stone McGuigan ALL acknowledged the positive presence and contributions of the LBGTQ community to the Town of Greenwich and worldwide at Sunday’s Greenwich Town Hall Pride celebration. It was a happy community event!
Two Text Amendments to be reviewed at P&Z Public Meeting on June 12, 2023
Planning & Zoning Director Mary Young announced on June 12, 2023 at 7PM, the Planning & Zoning Commission will hold Public Hearings on the following items:. Text Amendment #828, submitted by Rick Redniss of Redniss & Mead, proposing to modify §32-26, Adaptive Reuse and Redevelopment of Non-Residential Buildings to Housing.
Editorial: Bullies show true colors with homophobic signs pointing at rainbow flag in CT
All it takes is a rainbow flag for some bullies to show their true colors. The oppressors who encircled the Pride Flag at Greenwich Town Hall with lawn signs bearing the word “groomers” revealed much more in the method of the hate crime, as it was executed under the cover of night.
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