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Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Video: Pet of the Week: Snoopy

... nd cats and loves children. Snoopy is about a year old and is not yet neutered. For Snoopy and pets like him, visit Stamford Animal Control at 201 Magee Avenue or call 203-977-4437.

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Police Ask For Public's Help In Finding Missing Stamford Man

STAMFORD, Conn. - Stamford police are asking for the public's help in finding a man who has been missing since Christmas Eve.

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Frontier, XPO, Patriot register big gains

Exiting 2014, Frontier Communications, XPO Logistics and Patriot National Bank saw their shares appreciate by about half or more during the year, while gunmaker Sturm Ruger was the lone local issue to see its stock drop by that margin. Hearst Connecticut Media analyzed shares of more than 50 local companies with headquarters in Fairfield County or large employee bases here, 20 of them in Stamford, including Frontier and Patriot National.

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Tax financing eyed for home solar arrays

A new program used to provide upfront cash for solar arrays in Stamford and elsewhere could soon be unleashed on the residential market, depending on the findings of a report due Jan. 1 by Connecticut's Green Bank. In 2012, Connecticut joined several other states in adopting a Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy program, which allows owners to take out loans that are repaid through surcharges on their municipal property taxes, typically over a 10-year period.

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Stamford Man Found Beaten and Robbed in City's Cove Neighborhood

Police were called to Warren Street around 6:30 p.m. where they found a man wearing one shoe and bleeding from a cut above one eye, the publication reports. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing five teenage boys running from the area after the man was robbed.

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Willis Weirick, 66, Former Greenwich Resident

... 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2, at Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home (next to the Knights of Columbus) 453 Shippan Ave., Stamford, Conn.

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Need for help continues after the holidays

... would allow Julia to purchase a laptop and warm bedding. No. 52 -- Alexa is an 18-year-old, mother-to-be living in Stamford. She is in the Youth Services program at FSW . Alexa is doing well in school and is slated to graduate in June. Alexa has ...

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Susie Viggiano, 93, Longtime Stamford Resident

... and cousins. Relatives and friends may call at the Lacerenza Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford on Friday, Jan. 2, from 4-7 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home at 6:30 p.m. Interment will be private.

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Oil's Worst Year Since 2008

... total drop of almost as much in (overall) crude stocks," said Gene McGillian, senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. Crude stocks rose 2.0 million barrels at the Cushing, Oklahoma, delivery point for the U.S. crude contract, ...

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UPDATE 1-U.S. crude stocks decline, Cushing glut grows -EIA

... the total drop of almost as much in crude stocks," said Gene McGillian, senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. "There is a lot of crude around. I think we're in for more of the same, maybe not today, but in the year ahead, ...

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Debora Chapin, 52, New Canaan Native

Born in Stamford on Oct. 30, 1962, she was the daughter of Carole Chapin of Dedham, Mass., and H. King Chapin of Ponte Vedra, Fla., and New Canaan. Raised in New Canaan and Brookline, Mass., Chapin had a whimsical disposition and a strong affection for animals, flowers and music.

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Stamford's Hour-By-Hour New Year's Eve, New Year's Day Forecast

Everyone always asks what will the weather be like on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day and we at Stamford Patch want to provide you with an hourly forecast according to the latest National Weather Service and Weather.com forecast. Beginning at noon on New Year's Eve temperatures will be between 29-31 degrees and the skies will be sunny.

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Fairfield's 2014: A look back at the year's big stories

... another apartment complex by Garden Homes Management was completed across the street on Fairchild Avenue after the Stamford developer won a court appeal. Garden Homes filed a second application for affordable housing, this time a 96-unit complex on ...

http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Fairfield-s-2014-A-look-back-at-the-year-s-big-5987178.php

2014 In Review: High School Sex Scandal, Murders Rock Stamford

The city was rocked by a school sex scandal in 2014 after a Stamford High English teacher pleaded guilty to having sex with a student while the school's principal and assistant principal were charged with not telling the state what they knew about the relationship. Stamford High Principal Donna Valentine and Assistant Principal Roth Nordin were arrested in October, and each was charged with one misdemeanor count of failing to report to the state Department of Children and Families allegations that teacher Danielle Watkins had carried on a sexual relationship with one of her 18-year-old male students.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/news/2014-review-high-school-sex-scandal-murders-rock-stamford

Greenwich Actor Joins Cast Of 'Beau Jest' At Curtain Call

... here are, standing, Christopher Beaurline, Marci Stearns, Patrick Duffy. Seated are Tom Costaggini and Mat Young. STAMFORD, Conn. -- Theater-goers will be treated to a delightfully comic look at how uncomfortable it can be introducing a new ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/beau-jest-hits-stage-stamfords-curtain-call

New Canaan Actor Joins Cast Of 'Beau Jest' At Curtain Call

... here are, standing, Christopher Beaurline, Marci Stearns, Patrick Duffy. Seated are Tom Costaggini and Mat Young. STAMFORD, Conn. -- Theater-goers will be treated to a delightfully comic look at how uncomfortable it can be introducing a new ...

http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/events/beau-jest-hits-stage-stamfords-curtain-call

Red Cross To Honor Trio Of Westport Employees For Saving Co-Worker

Three town of Westport employees will be honored by the American Red Cross for their quick thinking and collaborative actions in saving the life of a co-worker who suffered a heart attack at work. Employees Ian Chasnow, David Ellis and Joseph Bairaktaris will be honored with the Life Saving Award at the American Red Cross' 16th annual Community Heroes Breakfast on Jan. 30 in Stamford at the Stamford Marriott Hotel and Spa, 243 Tresser Blvd. "The Heroes Breakfast is an inspiring highlight of the year for us," said American Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island Region CEO Mario Bruno.

http://westport.dailyvoice.com/news/red-cross-honor-trio-westport-employees-saving-co-worker

Group Brutally Robbed Subway Sandwich Shop In Stamford, Conn., Police Say

... station groups in the country. Got a nose for [...] A surveillance image of the robbery of a Subway restaurant in Stamford, Conn. on Sunday, Dec. 27. (Credit: Stamford Police) STAMFORD, Conn. (CBSNewYork) - Police in Stamford, Connecticut released ...

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2014/12/30/group-brutally-robbed-subway-sandwich-shop-in-stamford-conn-police-say/

Esselte Corporation - Strategic SWOT Analysis Review - New Market Report

... distribute products in more than 120 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia. Esselte is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the US. Reasons to Get this Report * Gain key insights into the company for academic or business research ...

http://reports.pr-inside.com/esselte-corporation-strategic-swot-r4181739.htm

Stamford eateries enter year on an up note

As household finances free up budget room for more nights out, New YearaAos Eve caps a better year for Barcelona Restaurant & Wine Bar and other Stamford eateries and bars. Photo: Contributed Photo, Photo Courtesy Barcelona Restaur Despite the August closure of Morton's Steakhouse in a corner of UBS' investment banking building, one need only head a few blocks north to Bank Street for the rumblings of a bull market in hospitality circles.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/business/article/Stamford-eateries-enter-year-on-an-up-note-5986596.php

Home invasion rocks quiet Greenwich neighborhood

... or by email at tips@greenwichct.org. A home invasion in Danbury was reported in late November, and police in Stamford are also investigating two residential robberies last month. There are no obvious similarities to the break-in Monday in Greenwich.

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Home-invasion-rocks-quiet-Greenwich-neighborhood-5986716.php

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Bridgeport cabbie murder suspect makes appearance in Stamford

A New Jersey man who confessed to fatally stabbing a Bridgeport cab driver in Norwalk earlier this month made his first appearance at the Stamford courthouse and was assigned a veteran public defender on Tuesday. Ramiro Arcos-Garcia, 32, a former Norwalk resident living in Elizabeth, N.J., appeared with his attorney Howard Ehring before Judge Gary White on a murder charge and was scheduled to return to court on Jan. 15. Arcos-Garcia has not entered a plea in the case and has to decide whether to pursue a probable cause hearing to determine if police had enough evidence to charge him with murder.

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Bridgeport-cabbie-murder-suspect-makes-appearance-5986520.php

Stamford eateries enter year on an up note

As household finances free up budget room for more nights out, New YearaAos Eve caps a better year for Barcelona Restaurant & Wine Bar and other Stamford eateries and bars. Despite the August closure of Morton's Steakhouse in a corner of UBS' investment banking building, one need only head a few blocks north to Bank Street for the rumblings of a bull market in hospitality circles.

http://m.newstimes.com/business/article/Stamford-eateries-enter-year-on-an-up-note-5986596.php

Company quietly dispenses with Stamford lab

A onetime pharmaceutical lab in a Stamford building has been gutted, two years after the business was sold to a Maryland company that was later reprimanded by federal regulators for producing drug compounds in unsterile conditions in the lab. In December 2012, Pharmagen spent $1.1 million to acquire Bryce Rx Laboratories, which prepared drug compounds for other pharmaceutical makers at a small facility at 30 Buxton Farm Road, just off High Ridge Road and overlooking the Merritt Parkway.

http://m.newstimes.com/business/article/Company-quietly-dispenses-with-Stamford-lab-5986600.php

Bridgeport cabbie murder suspect makes appearance in Stamford

Ramiro Arcos-Garcia, a New Jersey man who confessed to fatally stabbing Jackson Pierre-Louis, a Bridgeport cab driver made his first appearance at the Stamford courthouse and was assigned a public defender on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014. Arcos-Garcia has not entered a plea in the case and was scheduled to return to court on January 15. Photo: Contributed Photo Ramiro Arcos-Garcia, the suspect in the stabbing of taxi driver Jackson Pierre-Louis, was first arraigned in Norwalk Superior Court on Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 with a bond set for $2.5 million.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Bridgeport-cabbie-murder-suspect-makes-appearance-5986520.php

New Market Research Report: Castleton Commodities International LLC - ...

... Canada; Lausanne, Switzerland; Montevideo, Uruguay; Singapore; and Shanghai, China. CCI is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the US. Full Report Details at - .. Castleton ...

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Police: New Canaan Girl, 15, Threatens Another, 14, Online, Gets Charged

... to police on Dec. 26, was charged with second-degree threatening and is to appear Jan. 6 in state Juvenile Court in Stamford, according to the New Canaan Advertise r.

http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/police-new-canaan-girl-15-threatens-another-14-online-gets-charged?

Clerk Beaten In Attempted Robbery At Stamford Subway; Suspects Sought

In an image from a Stamford Police Department video, a suspect is seen jumping behind the counter of a Subway Restaurant in an attempted robbery on Sunday. The arrow points to a pattern on the suspect's pants pocket.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/clerk-beaten-attempted-robbery-stamford-subway-suspects-sought

Life will imitate art for Rosemary Harris

After writing four gardening-themed mysteries, the Stamford novelist and master gardener Rosemary Harris was thrilled recently to have one of her designs accepted by the prestigious Philadelphia Flower Show which starts Feb. 28. Photo: Contributed Photo Stamford novelist Rosemary Harris has drawn on her own background as a master gardener for a series of mystery novels. Recently, one of her designs was accepted for the Philadelphia Flower Show starting Feb. 28, the biggest event of its kind in the United States.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Life-will-imitate-art-for-Rosemary-Harris-5986132.php

Bridgeport cabbie murder suspect makes appearance in Stamford

Ramiro Arcos-Garcia, a New Jersey man who confessed to fatally stabbing Jackson Pierre-Louis, a Bridgeport cab driver made his first appearance at the Stamford courthouse and was assigned a public defender on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014. Arcos-Garcia has not entered a plea in the case and was scheduled to return to court on January 15. Photo: Contributed Photo STAMFORD -- A New Jersey man who confessed to fatally stabbing a Bridgeport cab driver in Norwalk earlier this month, made his first appearance at the Stamford courthouse and was assigned a veteran public defender on Tuesday.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/policereports/article/Bridgeport-cabbie-murder-suspect-makes-appearance-5986144.php

Video: Stamford PD Searching for Suspects Who Beat Employee in Attempted Armed Robbery

The incident occurred on Dec. 28 at approximately 9:05 p.m. at the Subway Restaurant on East Main Street. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Stamford Police Detective Bureau at 203-977-4417.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/video-stamford-pd-searching-suspects-who-beat-employee-attempted-armed-robber-0?

South End fire ruled an arson

Firefighters were called to the scene at Manhattan and Garden Streets for a fire in a former furniture store in Stamford, Conn., on Monday, Dec. 29, 2014. Photo: Jason Rearick Firefighters were called to the scene at Manhattan and Garden Streets for a fire in a former furniture store in Stamford, Conn., on Monday, Dec. 29, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/policereports/articleGallery/South-End-fire-ruled-an-arson-5985991.php

Police Ask For Help In Finding Missing Stamford Man

Stamford police are seeking the public's help in finding a 24-year-old city man who hasn't been seen or heard from since Christmas Eve. Paulino Mendoza, of 17 Willowbrook Ave., went out with friends on Christmas Eve and his family haven't been able to make any contact with him since.

http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/police-ask-help-finding-missing-stamford-man

Search for missing Cove man intensifies

... to find Paulino Mendoza who vanished last week after a night of drinking. "We are taking this very seriously," said Stamford police Lt. Diedrich Hohn , adding that checks with local hospitals, state police, the federal Immigration and Customs ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/policereports/article/Search-for-missing-Cove-man-intensifies-5985968.php

Police release video of Subway robbery

Stamford police have released a video of a violent attempted robbery at an East Side Subway sandwich shop in hopes of getting help from the public to find the three men involved. Lt. Diedrich Hohn said two men walked into the Subway at 1126 E. Main St. Sunday shortly after 9 p.m. Without saying a word, one of the men wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants, pink gloves with a black mask over his face, vaulted the counter and began attacking the clerk.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/policereports/article/Police-release-video-of-Subway-robbery-5986067.php

Crude Rebounds on Speculation Libya Disruption May Pare Surplus

... oil has really changed the tone of the market," said Gene McGillian, a senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. "We have a global surplus of oil." The slump in oil prices has contributed to the steepest annual slide in the ruble ...

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-NHDCAC6JTSEI01-384ES66T9LB399JKF3NHCK1CGI

Fire at Vacant Stamford Building Ruled Arson

A fire at a former furniture store in Stamford on Monday afternoon has been ruled an arson, the Stamford Advocate reports. Fire officials said the fire was likely caused by vagrants camping in the vacant South End building located at 59 Manhattan Street.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/fire-vacant-stamford-building-ruled-arson-0?

Crude Rebounds on Speculation Libya Disruption May Pare Surplus

... oil has really changed the tone of the market," said Gene McGillian, a senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. "We have a global surplus of oil." The slump in oil prices has contributed to the steepest annual slide in the ruble ...

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-NHDCAC6JTSEI01-4TEPP0U45JBO1P9BV6DUEMPRHN

Revolution Lighting shines at Fastenal

Based in Stamford, Connecticut, Revolution Lighting describes itself as a global provider of advanced LED lighting solutions. Fastenal is one of the largest MRO suppliers.

http://www.homechannelnews.com/article/revolution-lighting-shines-fastenal

Helen Aloupis, 84, Of Stamford

... on excursions to Mohegan Sun Casino. She is survived by her sons, William Aloupis of New Canaan and Leo Aloupis of Stamford; two grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of almost 50 ...

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/helen-aloupis-84-stamford

World Chefs: Besh, Sanchez bring Mexican flavors to New Orleans

... procured by Besh. Besh, 46, who operates 10 restaurants, and Texas-born SA nchez, 38, who recently opened Paloma in Stamford, Connecticut, spoke to Reuters about their friendship and how they run their business. Besh: I met Aaron 20 some years ago ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/30/us-food-chefs-sanchezbesh-idUSKBN0K81CV20141230?feedType=RSS&feedName=lifestyleMolt

Nancy A. Symon, 84, of Ridgefield, Died on Dec. 25

Nancy A. Symon, 84, of Ridgefield, wife of the late John Symon died at Laurel Ridge Health Care Center, Ridgefield on Christmas, 2014. Mrs. Symon was born in Stamford, July 22, 1930, daughter of Harry and Laura Mae Jordan.

http://patch.com/connecticut/ridgefield/nancy-symon-84-ridgefield-died-dec-25-0?

Stamford Gets $304K In State Funds For Generator Upgrades For Emergencies

Stamford will receive nearly $304,000 in state funds to make generator upgrades at two city buildings, including the Government Center, as part of $30 million in grants to restore and reinforce infrastructure impacted by Superstorm Sandy. The $303,795 will be used to upgrade generators to ensure continuity of operations at two critical sites: the Government Center and the Smith House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/news/stamford-gets-304k-state-funds-generator-upgrades-emergencies

Video: Year in Review: Stamford Education

... careers. J.M. Wright will eventually serve over 600 students in Fairfield County. A lot of controversy surrounded Stamford High School this year, after a sex scandal surfaced. In July, 32-year-old English teacher Danielle Watkins was arrested for ...

http://stamford.itsrelevant.com/content/21652/Year-in-Review-Stamford-Education-

Video: Year in Review: Stamford Politics

November's election was a big win for Stamford's Democrats, who beat out their republican opponents in every race across the board. Incumbent Carlo Leone reclaimed his seat in the State Senate, and incumbents William Tong, Patricia Billie Miller, and Daniel Fox will continue to serve as State Representatives.

http://stamford.itsrelevant.com/content/21633/Year-in-Review-Stamford-Politics

World Chefs: Besh, Sanchez bring Mexican flavors to New Orleans

... procured by Besh. Besh, 46, who operates 10 restaurants, and Texas-born SA nchez, 38, who recently opened Paloma in Stamford, Connecticut, spoke to Reuters about their friendship and how they run their business. Besh: I met Aaron 20 some years ago ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/30/food-chefs-sanchezbesh-idUSL1N0UE0WK20141230?feedType=RSS&feedName=nonCyclicalConsumerGoodsSector

Stamford Lawmaker Applauds $303K in State Funds For Stamford

State Senator Carlo Leone today applauded Governor Dannel P. Malloy's announcement of grants to municipalities for restoring and reinforcing existing infrastructure impacted by Super Storm Sandy, according to a press release from Leone's office. Stamford was granted funding for generator upgrades to ensure the continuity of operations at the Government Center and the Smith House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/stamford-lawmaker-applauds-303k-state-funds-stamford-0?

Frank Tegano, 85, Retired Norwalk Police Officer

... in the late 1970s. After retiring, he worked for M.B.I. and the Norwalk Court System and owned East Side Variety in Stamford. He is survived by his wife, Connie Scire Tegano; daughters Francine Mendence and husband Phil of Norwalk, Terri Cutrone and ...

http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/frank-tegano-85-retired-norwalk-police-officer

World Chefs - Besh, S nchez bring Mexican flavours to New Orleans

... procured by Besh. Besh, 46, who operates 10 restaurants, and Texas-born SA nchez, 38, who recently opened Paloma in Stamford, Connecticut, spoke to Reuters about their friendship and how they run their business. Besh: I met Aaron 20 some years ago ...

http://usa.news.net/article/2564658/

Oil Trades Near Lowest Since '09 With Supply at Year-End Record

... oil has really changed the tone of the market," said Gene McGillian, a senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. "We have a global surplus of oil. The factors that have been weighing on the market for the past few months are still ...

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-NHDCAC6JTSEI01-3TJP5SAORHPK1M1QJ59ULIMAUK

Rose K. Shail, 81, Formerly of Danbury, Passed Away Dec. 24

... Danbury Schools and was a graduate of Danbury High School. Rose also attended the Wright Technical School in Stamford for her hairdresser's certification. She was a hairdresser for many years. Rose was a member of St. Marguerite Church in ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/danbury/rose-k-shail-81-formerly-danbury-passed-away-dec-24-0?

Betty Sue Choquette Bayne, 89 of Shelton, Passed Away on Dec. 24

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Jan. 3, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Gabriel's Church in Stamford with burial in Darien. Betty Sue Choquette Bayne, age 89, passed away on Wednesday December 24, 2014 at the Griffin Hospital, Derby.

http://patch.com/connecticut/shelton/betty-sue-choquette-bayne-89-shelton-passed-away-dec-24-0?

Rose K. Shail, 81, of Brookfield, Passed Away Dec. 24

... Danbury Schools and was a graduate of Danbury High School. Rose also attended the Wright Technical School in Stamford for her hairdresser's certification. She was a hairdresser for many years. Rose was a member of St. Marguerite Church in ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/brookfield/rose-k-shail-81-brookfield-passed-away-dec-24-0?

Stamford Firefighters Collect, Deliver Toys To Kids For The Holidays

A total of 3,000 toys were donated this holiday season through the Stamford Professional Fire Fighters Association's ninth annual toy drive. On Saturday, Dec. 20, Santa and Stamford firefighters delivered more than 500 toys on an antique fire truck to 200 children from the Franklin Street Shelter.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/stamford-firefighters-collect-deliver-toys-kids-holidays

NCC Vet Tech Students Work With Animals At Stamford Museum

Norwalk Community College's Veterinary Technology Program launched its clinical training with student workshops held at two local community partners. The two community partners included Heckscher Farm in Stamford at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center with horses, cattle, goats and a llama or two, and PAWS of Norwalk with dogs and cats.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/schools/norwalk-community-college-vet-tech-program-offers-hands-workshops

World Chefs: Besh, Sanchez bring Mexican flavors to New Orleans

... by Besh. Besh, 46, who operates nine restaurants, and Texas-born Sanchez, 38, who recently opened Paloma in Stamford, Connecticut, spoke to Reuters about their friendship and how they run their business. Besh: I met Aaron 20 some years ago in New ...

http://usa.news.net/article/2563297/

"You are what your record says you are"

... officiating or tough schedules. Your record is your record. You are what you are. 6 October 1994, The Advocate (Stamford, CT), "Boomer must deliver more for the Jets" by Mike Lupica, pg. B8, col. 1: Bill Parcells has always said, "You are what your ...

http://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/you_are_what_your_record_says_you_are/

Mark Denham, 61, Stamford Realtor

Denham was educated in parochial schools in Shippan Point and graduated from Babson College School of Business in Boston. After graduating, he worked in banking in New York City, and then established Money Ltd., a financial and real estate concern in Stamford.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/mark-denham-61-stamford-realtor

Shop focuses on artistry of pipes

... artistry of the pipes used to smoke it. "We focus on the glass," said Ronemus, a Westport native who now lives in Stamford. "They're all handmade. It's all very intricate. We want to showcase what these artists are great at. People are really ...

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/Shop-focuses-on-artistry-of-pipes-5984553.php

Monday, December 29, 2014

Help Wanted: Jobs on Patch in or Near New Canaan

... include: servicing existing clients, cultivating new...PREMIER 27 days ago from Patch.com NEWDeloitte Development - Stamford, CTDeloitte Consulting LLP is one of the world's leading management consulting firms for executable strategy, operations, ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/newcanaan/help-wanted-jobs-patch-or-near-new-canaan?

Help Wanted: Jobs on Patch in or Near Darien

... include: servicing existing clients, cultivating new...PREMIER 27 days ago from Patch.com NEWDeloitte Development - Stamford, CTDeloitte Consulting LLP is one of the world's leading management consulting firms for executable strategy, operations, ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/darien/help-wanted-jobs-patch-or-near-darien-0?

Help Wanted: Jobs on Patch in or Near Westport

NEWTsr Consulting Services - Norwalk, CTProject Manager Global Financial Firm Candidate can work in either Norwalk, CT or Stamford, CT Role SummaryPurpose This role will facilitate the Company's efforts related to the...1 hour ago from Dice NEWDeloitte Development - Wilton, CTDeloitte & Touche LLP's Audit and Enterprise Risk Services business has a risk-based approach, experienced professionals, comprehensive methodologies, and...1 hour ago from Deloitte Development LLC NEWDeloitte Development - Wilton, CTDeloitte Audit Project Management Deloitte's Audit Project Management business has a risk-based approach, experienced professionals, comprehensive methodologies, and...2 hours ago from Deloitte Development LLC NEWNational Multi Entertainment Company - Norwalk, CTCompany Description: One of the worlds largest multi-entertainment companies with locations from coast to coast Job ... (more)

http://patch.com/connecticut/westport/help-wanted-jobs-patch-or-near-westport-0?

Stamford bulletin board

The Stamford Police Association recently collected nearly 200 warm winter coats during its annual coat drive. The drive also yielded two large bags of winter hats, gloves, scarves and sweaters.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Stamford-bulletin-board-5984270.php

Community Briefs 12.30

... The mayor will also install the association's new officers for 2015. Open to the public. The Rotary Club of Stamford will host Younhee Shin , from the Korean Spirit & Culture Promotion Project, as a guest speaker at 12:15 p.m. Jan. 6 at the Stamford ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Community-Briefs-12-30-5984273.php

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Grants totaling $30 million will soon be distributed to Stamford and 10 other municipalities for the restoration and resiliency of infrastructure impacted by superstorm Sandy, state officials announced Monday. "Earlier this year, DOH disbursed nearly $32 million in several communities ravaged by recent storms," said Department of Housing Commissioner Evonne Klein.

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/State-grants-awarded-for-infrastructure-fixes-5984301.php

Wouldn't Call a Friend for Cab Fare, So He Had to Call One for Bail

... uarters, where he was charged with sixth-degree larceny. Which resulted in a Jan. 2 date in state Superior Court in Stamford and the setting of a $250 bond.

http://patch.com/connecticut/darien/wouldnt-call-friend-cab-fare-so-he-had-call-one-bail-0?

Favorite local photos of 2014

Danbury's Corey Brosz and Stamford's Ancel Nervers fight during Friday's basketball game at Stamford High School on January 17, 2014. Photo: Lindsay Perry Soccer fans watch the Italy vs. England World Cup game at Tigin in Stamford, Conn., on Saturday, June 14, 2014.

http://www.westport-news.com/news/article/Favorite-photos-of-2014-5980224.php

Is Converged Infrastructure the Future of Cloud Solutions?

... nd implementation. Currently, Bill works as the National Director of Strategy and Innovation at MTM Technologies, a Stamford, CT based consulting firm.

http://www.datacenterknowledge.com/archives/2014/12/29/is-converged-infrastructure-the-future-of-cloud-solutions/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DataCenterKnowledge+%28Data+Center+Knowledge%29

Global Markets-Stocks edge up despite Greek angst; oil down sharply

... to pick itself up, it's just another wave of selling," said Gene McGillian, senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. He said the market's concerns about oversupply are not going away. Hurt in part by the sharp decline in crude ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/29/markets-global-idUSL1N0UD1EI20141229?feedType=RSS&feedName=bondsNews

This Drone Can Carry a Lifering to a Drowning Person

Students at King Low Heywood Thomas , a private school in Stamford, Connecticut, invented the Ryptide. It's a drone designed to carry an inflatable lifering to a drowning person .

http://www.neatorama.com/2014/12/29/This-Drone-Can-Carry-a-Lifering-to-a-Drowning-Person/

Talk to follow 'Goodfellas' screening

... Restaurant in Los Angeles in 2004. The movie was released in 1990. It will have a screening at the Avon Theatre in Stamford, Conn., on Jan. 7, 2014. Photo: Rebecca Sapp, WireImage It began as a best-selling book, and in the hands of director Martin ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Talk-to-follow-Goodfellas-screening-5983577.php

Video: Year in Review: Greenwich Business and Economy

... Light and Power announced that it will be closing its Greenwich location on Railroad Ave. and relocating to Stamford. Town officials disagree with this and have been meeting with CL&P officials to halt the move. "It's not just Greenwich, it's not ...

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/21648/Year-in-Review-Greenwich-Business-and-Economy-

Global Markets-Stocks edge up despite Greece; oil falls sharply

... to pick itself up, it's just another wave of selling," said Gene McGillian, senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. He said the market's concerns about oversupply are not going away. Hurt in part by the sharp decline in crude ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/29/markets-global-idUSL1N0UD19R20141229?feedType=RSS&feedName=bondsNews

Connecticut: $30M for Sandy Infrastructure Fix

... said Dec 29 alongside state housing Commissioner Evonne Klein. Bridgeport, New Haven, East Haven, West Haven, Stamford, Fairfield, Milford, Norwalk, New London and Old Lyme received funding for various projects. The primary goal in allocating this ...

http://www.nationalmortgagenews.com/news/origination/connecticut-30m-for-sandy-infrastructure-fix-1043476-1.html

Talk to follow 'Goodfellas' screening

... Restaurant in Los Angeles in 2004. The movie was released in 1990. It will have a screening at the Avon Theatre in Stamford, Conn., on Jan. 7, 2014. It began as a best-selling book, and in the hands of director Martin Scorsese became an acclaimed ...

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Talk-to-follow-Goodfellas-screening-5983577.php

Talk to follow 'Goodfellas' screening

Ray Liotta attends a "GoodFellas" special edition DVD release at Matteo's Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles in 2004. The movie was released in 1990. It will have a screening at the Avon Theatre in Stamford, Conn., on Jan. 7, 2014. Photo: Rebecca Sapp, WireImage

http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Talk-to-follow-Goodfellas-screening-5983577.php

UPDATE 9-Oil prices drop, market less worried about Libya supply

... to pick itself up, it's just another wave of selling," said Gene McGillian, senior analyst at Tradition Energy in Stamford, Connecticut. He said the market's concerns about oversupply are not going away. Global benchmark Brent crude was down $1.55 ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/29/markets-oil-idUSL3N0UD09X20141229?feedType=RSS&feedName=industrialsSector

Stamford Receives $303K From CT for Generator Upgrades

Good news Stamford residents. The state has given the city $303,795 for generator upgrades, which will help residents in the event of a power outage during a storm.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/stamford-receives-303k-ct-generator-upgrades-0?

Paintings have a language all their own

A retrospective show of the abstract art of Heidi Lewis Coleman is on view at the Mayor's Gallery in Stamford Government Center through Jan. 5. Photo: Contributed Photo A retrospective of the work of Stamford artist Heidi Lewis Coleman is on view at the Mayor's Gallery through Monday, Jan. 5. The show at the Stamford Government Center contains mixed-media pieces using acrylic paint and cut paper on canvas, incorporating the artist's own automatic, abstract writing. Coleman's "invented languages" are painted on paper, cut out and then applied to a painted canvas.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Paintings-have-a-language-all-their-own-5983343.php

Stamford Identifies Issue with Delinquent Motor Vehicle Billings

Stamford City officials announced last week that they have discovered that EOS CCA, the city's contractor responsible for handling collections for the past eight years, has mailed incorrect delinquent motor vehicle tax bills. The bills erroneously charged delinquent payers an additional one year of interest for the 2012 and 2013 tax years.

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/News_1/Stamford-Identifies-Issue-with-Delinquent-Motor-Vehicle-Billings22421.shtml

Paintings have a language all their own

A retrospective show of the abstract art of Heidi Lewis Coleman is on view at the Mayor's Gallery in Stamford Government Center through Jan. 5. A retrospective of the work of Stamford artist Heidi Lewis Coleman is on view at the Mayor's Gallery through Monday, Jan. 5. The show at the Stamford Government Center contains mixed-media pieces using acrylic paint and cut paper on canvas, incorporating the artist's own automatic, abstract writing. Coleman's "invented languages" are painted on paper, cut out and then applied to a painted canvas.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Paintings-have-a-language-all-their-own-5983343.php

Job Openings In and Near Greenwich: Sports, Sales, U.S. Navy Reserve, and More

... servicemembers and their families, wherever they're stationed. And get the opportunity to... Our client located in Stamford, CT is seeking a Property & Casualty Senior Account Executive. The ideal candidate will have 10-15years experience building ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/job-openings-and-near-greenwich-sports-sales-us-navy-reserve-and-more-0?

The Avon Theatre and the Alliance Francaise of Greenwich present Hiroshima Mon Amour

The late Alain Resnais' HIROSHIMA MON AMOUR, a pillar of the French New Wave will be released by Rialto Pictures in a spectacular new 4K restoration and will be shown at Stamford's Avon Theatre on Thursday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. The 1959 film, an official selection of this year's New York Film Festival, will open theatrically October 17 in New York City at The Film Society of Lincoln Center's Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center, and in Los Angeles at Laemmle's Royal Theatre and other select locations. A national rollout will follow.

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/Entertainment_12/The-Avon-Theatre-and-the-Alliance-Francaise-of-Greenwich-present-Hiroshima-Mon-Amour22416.shtml

20 Latest Stamford Job Openings: U.S. Navy Reserve, Sales, Chipotle, and More

As a Navy Dietitian, you'll deliver general nutrition education and wellness programs for servicemembers and their families, wherever they're stationed. And get the opportunity to... Our client located in Stamford, CT is seeking a Property & Casualty Senior Account Executive.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/20-latest-stamford-job-openings-us-navy-reserve-sales-chipotle-and-more-0?

Stamford's Eastern Land Management Supports March Of Dimes

Understanding the importance of supporting community and national non-profits, Eastern Land Management donated $3,0000 to Fairfield County's 2014 March of Dimes Real Estate Awards Breakfast, held on Thursday, Dec. 11 at The Hilton in Stamford. It was the company's sixth consecutive year as a Bronze Sponsor, funding lush red poinsettias that adorned 80 tables at this annual "must attend" event for more than 700 guests.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/business/stamfords-eastern-land-management-supports-march-dimes

What Are You Drinking On New Year's, Stamford? Wine Expert Offers Ideas

Gearing up for your New Eve's bash? One can never go wrong with wine, specifically the sparkling varieties that are popular this time of year. Wilton resident JoAnn LoGiurato is a certified wine specialist at Stew Leonard's Wines of Norwalk and owner of Dancing on Grapes , an educational wine tasting event company that specializes in teaching women about wine.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/what-are-you-drinking-new-years-fairfield-wine-expert-offers-ideas

Stamford Finds Error In Delinquent Motor Vehicle Tax Bills

STAMFORD, Conn. Stamford officials have discovered that EOS CCA, the city's contractor responsible for handling collections for the past eight years, has mailed out incorrect delinquent motor vehicle tax bills.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/news/stamford-finds-error-delinquent-motor-vehicle-tax-bills

2014 In Review: Malloy Prepares For Second Term After Winning Tight Race

In a hard-fought campaign that mirrored their exceptionally close 2010 gubernatorial campaign, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy was able to fend off Greenwich multimillionaire Tom Foley to win his second consecutive four-year term as governor in November's election. A former mayor of Stamford, Malloy was able to overcome an early campaign lead by Foley - a Quinnipiac University poll in early September had Foley leading Malloy by 6 percentage points.

http://weston.dailyvoice.com/politics/2014-review-malloy-prepares-second-term-after-winning-tight-race

Sunday, December 28, 2014

Suspicious item delays trains

Greenwich Police and Fire Departments and the Stamford bomb squad investigate a suspicious package at the Greenwich train station in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.

http://www.westport-news.com/policereports/article/Suspicious-package-in-Greenwich-forces-5982348.php

Suspicious package in Greenwich forces evacuation, delays

Greenwich Police and Fire Departments and the Stamford bomb squad investigate a suspicious package at the Greenwich train station in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/policereports/articleGallery/Suspicious-package-in-Greenwich-forces-5982639.php

Three years after deadly Christmas Day fire, city remains in legal limbo

An empty lot sits vacant at the end of Shippan Avenue in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014. The lot is all that remains after a fire swept through a house there and killed three children and two adults on Christmas Day in 2011.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/articleGallery/Three-years-after-deadly-Christmas-Day-fire-city-5978339.php

Stamford archives: The week of Dec. 28

... snowfall kept area police busy with fender benders caused by ice-slicked local roads on New Year's Eve morning. Stamford police responded to more than 30 accidents, none with significant injuries, on city roads from 8:30 to 11 a.m. because of the ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Stamford-archives-The-week-of-Dec-28-5982564.php

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Help Wanted: Westport Job Seekers: 30 Jobs on Patch

... include: servicing existing clients, cultivating new...PREMIER 24 days ago from Patch.com NEWUBS Ag - Stamford, CTThe successful candidate will be joining the Control Framework & Operating Model Strategic Change team in Risk Control. The global team ...

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Suspicious package disrupts trains

Greenwich Police and Fire Departments and the Stamford bomb squad investigate a suspicious package at the Greenwich train station in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.

http://www.ctpost.com/policereports/article/Suspicious-package-in-Greenwich-forces-5982348.php

Harry Harrison

... of science fiction criticism (begun in 1964), and founding the John W. Campbell Award. Harrison was born in 1925 in Stamford, Connecticut, but his family moved to Queens, New York, when he was 2. Harrison's mother, Ria Kirjassoff, was a ...

http://www.nndb.com/people/742/000023673/

Suspicious package delays Metro-North trains

Greenwich Police and Fire Departments and the Stamford bomb squad investigate a suspicious package at the Greenwich train station in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.

http://www.newstimes.com/policereports/article/Suspicious-package-in-Greenwich-forces-5982348.php

FUJIFILM Medical Systems USA, Inc. - Medical Equipment - Deals and...

... Fujifilm Medical is a wholly owned subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the US. The company focuses on the expansion and strengthening of its product portfolio through new product ...

http://reports.pr-inside.com/fujifilm-medical-systems-usa-inc-r4180459.htm

Video: Year in Review - Fairfield County Gives Back

... family is already planning an event to benefit the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut on September 20th, 2015. Stamford's Ferguson Library honored a man who gave so much to the community. Ernest DiMattia, known to his many friends as Ernie, was ...

http://norwalk.itsrelevant.com/content/21603/Year-in-Review---Fairfield-County-Gives-Back

Greenwich Rail Parking Permit Fee Increase Is Rolled Back

... Parking in the State of Connecticut. SWRPA identified permit fees from Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford, Westport and Wilton. The report showed that Greenwich's Rail Station Parking fees were lower than most of the neighboring Rail ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-rail-parking-permit-fee-increase-rolled-back-0?

Arrest In Stamford Shooting Tops Last Week's News

A Bridgeport man was charged with attempted murder after a shooting Friday night in Stamford and a chase on I-95 to Norwalk, according to the Stamford Advocate. Police say DNA testing helped find a Stamford man suspected of stealing $1,000 worth of copper pipes from a Stamford home during two separate burglaries, New Canaan News reports.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/news/arrest-stamford-shooting-tops-last-weeks-news

Anthony P. Calabrese, 91; Retired Tool-and-Die Maker; Stamford Resident

... Burial will be celebrated on Monday, December 29th, 2014 at 11:30 AM at St. Maurice Church, 358 Glenbrook Road, Stamford. Interment will follow at St. John's Cemetery, Darien, CT. Relatives and friends may call at the Lacerenza Funeral Home & ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/anthony-p-calabrese-91-retired-tool-and-die-maker-stamford-resident-0?

Albert F. Aruza, Jr.

... He was 73 years old. Son of the late Albert F. Arruzza and Olga B. (Arcano) Arruzza, he was born July 4, 1941 in Stamford, CT. He married Florence (DeFabio) Aruza on June 29, 1996 in Newburgh. Florence survives at home. Albert was educated at Duke ...

http://www.recordonline.com/article/20141228/OBITUARIES/312289981/101116/NEWS

Saturday, December 27, 2014

A year into term, Stamford mayor fends off critics

Mayor David Martin rearranges papers on his desk at the Stamford Government Center in Stamford, Conn., on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014. Photo: Jason Rearick Mayor David Martin poses for a photograph at the Stamford Government Center in Stamford, Conn., on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/A-year-into-term-Stamford-mayor-fends-off-critics-5981452.php

School boards turn to expert

Board of Education attorney Tom Mooney speaks during the Board of Education meeting at the Stamford Government Center in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014. The meeting dealt with the ramifications of the Stamford High School teacher sex scandal.Photo: Jason Rearick Chemistry has formulas.

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/School-boards-turn-to-expert-5981379.php

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... the Washington-based TRIP research group. In a news conference about the report at the University of Connecticut's Stamford campus, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., was joined by state Sen. Bob Duff, D-Norwalk, in his continuing push for additional ...

http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Report-Region-s-traffic-tangle-costs-time-money-5980842.php

Work Begins on Rail Bridge Replacements in Old Greenwich

... construction, CT DOT will make improvements to the railroad station and the south commuter parking lot on the Stamford-bound side of the lot. The project is a joint effort between the CT DOT and Metro North which will take four years to complete. ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/work-begins-rail-bridge-replacements-old-greenwich-0?

James J. Deenihan, 76; U.S. Army Veteran, Former Stamford Bank Employee

James was born on April 22, 1938 in Stamford to the late George and Marie Gallagher Deenihan. James was a loving father and family man.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/james-j-deenihan-76-us-army-veteran-former-stamford-bank-employee-0?

Friday, December 26, 2014

Stamford police issue alcohol warning

Police are urging young adults to moderate their drinking after a spike in alcohol-related incidents including the sexual assault of a highly intoxicated 20-year-old woman last week, police said. Stamford police Lt.

http://m.newstimes.com/policereports/article/Stamford-police-issue-alcohol-warning-5980488.php

Stamford police issue alcohol warning

... and you're walking, consider getting a ride from a sober friend or use a taxi or Uber. Do not drink and drive. STAMFORD -- Police are urging young adults to moderate their drinking after a spike in alcohol-related incidents including the sexual ...

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Help Wanted: Norwalk Job Seekers: 30 Jobs on Patch

... include: servicing existing clients, cultivating new...PREMIER 24 days ago from Patch.com NEWUBS Ag - Stamford, CTThe successful candidate will be joining the Control Framework & Operating Model Strategic Change team in Risk Control. The global team ...

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Connecticut Garage Gate or Door Maintenance Services

... for last 25 years and has successfully created large number of highly satisfied customer. PRLog - Dec. 26, 2014 - STAMFORD, Conn. -- Garage Doors US Offers Garage Door Installation and Service in Connecticut Specialized and Licensed Garage Doors US ...

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Fuel prices, confidence spur borrowing

First County Bank CEO Rey Giallongo sees small business confidence strengthening in Stamford where his bank is based and in other markets. Photo: Alexander Soule Rey Giallongo can feel it, just talking to the small-business owners he speaks to day in and day out as CEO of Stamford-based First County Bank .

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Study: Stamford drivers lose money, time to traffic

TRIP Executive Director Will Wilkins speaks at the podium beside Stamford Chamber of Commerce President Jack Condlin, far left, State Sen. Bill Duff, second from left, and U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, right, at the University of Connecticut Stamford Branch in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014.

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Fuel prices, confidence spur borrowing

First County Bank CEO Rey Giallongo sees small business confidence strengthening in Stamford where his bank is based and in other markets. Rey Giallongo can feel it, just talking to the small-business owners he speaks to day in and day out as CEO of Stamford-based First County Bank.

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Spring Fling Fundraiser Planned by OPUS for Person-to-Person

... security deposits and utility bills. Each year P2P serves more than 24,500 people from the seven towns of Darien, Stamford, Norwalk, New Canaan, Westport, Weston and Wilton. Tickets to the fundraiser will go on sale in early February 2015. Details ...

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Act before Dec. 31 to avoid penalties

... to Personal Portfolio Management in Good Times and Bad," is principal of Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers Inc. of Stamford. Email her with q uestions at readers@juliejason.com or write to her c/o The Advocate, 9A Riverbend Drive South, Box 4910, ...

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Stamford police issue alcohol warning

... and you're walking consider getting a ride from a sober friend or use a taxi or Uber. a Do not drink and drive. STAMFORD -- Police are urging young adults to moderate their drinking after a spike in alcohol-related incidents including the sexual ...

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Stamford Police Worried About Young Intoxicated Residents Being Victimized

Stamford Police say they are growing increasingly worried about the high number of young people who are wandering around the city intoxicated, which is leading to some of them being targeted by criminals, WTNH News 8 reports. Police say, especially on weekends, people are being discovered in bushes, on the sides of roads, and stumbling around because they are intoxicated.

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Nast Is Back: Orange BOE Hires Interim Superintendent

... the New Haven Schools and Fordham University. After working as a science teacher, vice principal, and principal in Stamford, he served as Superintendent of Stamford from 1994 - 1999. Upon retiring from the Stamford Superintendency, Nast then worked ...

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Officials hope for installation of natural gas link to town by summer

... or March, they are committed to start work in July or August," Mallozzi said. The plan is to bring natural gas from Stamford, through Davenport Ridge Road, to Waveny Care Center, Waveny House , Saxe Middle, South Elementary and New Canaan High ...

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Stamford Traffic Alert: Accident Leads to Lane Closure

Description: RT15 Southbound is congested between Exits 37 and 35 (3.4 miles) because of Motor Vehicle Accident (1 Vehicle) between Exits 36 and 35. The left lane is closed. Reported Friday, December 26 at 11:52 am.

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Calvin K. Woo Elected as Partner at Verrill Dana

Verrill Dana is pleased to announce that attorney Calvin K. Woo has been elected as a Partner of the firm. Calvin currently practices from the firm's Stamford, CT office and will be resident in Westport, CT as of January 1, 2015, when Verrill Dana and Levett Rockwood are officially combined .

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Festival Of Lighthouses Contest Brightens Holidays At Maritime Aquarium

... to create and compete in the holiday contest. Entries this year come from several residents in Norwalk, Darien, Stamford and Bridgeport, but lighthouses also came in from Monroe, Newtown and Shelton in Connecticut and Yonkers, Katonah, Mamaroneck, ...

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Stamford Nurse At St. Francis Hospital Named Health Care Hero

Kathy Aries, a Stamford resident and nurse at St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center was among health care professionals recently named a 'Health Care Hero' by the Hartford Business Journal. The Hartford Business Journal honored eight Connecticut health care professionals for their commitment to helping others during the publication's annual Health Care Heroes Awards at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford on Tuesday, Dec. 2. "This year's honorees are truly heroes in the health care industry and phenomenal leaders in their respective fields," said Joe Zwiebel, founding publisher of the Hartford Business Journal.

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Stamford's Future 5 Graduates Recognized At Holiday Party

STAMFORD, Conn. Future 5 has graduated 20 students from its Here2There workshop.

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Stamford-Based Tagetik Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer

Stamford-based Tagetik, a provider of global performance management software, recently appointed Dave Kasabian to the role of chief marketing officer. Kasabian joined Tagetik in 2011 as vice president of global product marketing before becoming the company's senior vice president of product marketing and strategy.

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Did You Get The Christmas Gifts You Wanted, Stamford?

So, tell us, Fairfield County: Now that the wrapping paper has been thrown into the trash, the dishes have been put away, and the is mall open and ready for your returns: Did you get what you wanted?

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Fairfield County Foodie Shares His Top Dishes Of 2014

... from the spice-level! Maybe I just like to torture myself but it's so worth it." 6. Kati rolls at Kati 'n More , Stamford: "The kati rolls are packed with flavor and offered with many variations of fillings." 7. Heat Wave Lobster Roll at Lobster ...

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Festival Of Lighthouses Contest Brightens Holidays At Aquarium

... to create and compete in the holiday contest. Entries this year come from several residents in Norwalk, Darien, Stamford and Bridgeport, but lighthouses also came in from Monroe, Newtown and Shelton in Connecticut and Yonkers, Katonah, Mamaroneck, ...

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Retailers hope for post-Christmas revenues

Shoppers come and go at the Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, Conn., on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014. Photo: Jason Rearick Shoppers come and go at the Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, Conn., on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014.

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Retailers hope for post-Christmas revenues

Shoppers come and go at the Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, Conn., on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014. Photo: Jason Rearick Shoppers come and go at the Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, Conn., on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014.

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Thursday, December 25, 2014

Video: Year in Review: 2014 Power Players

... And a motorcycle is the vehicle of choice for a man's voyage to Alaska. Here's a list of our Power Players of 2014: Stamford Resident Natalie Augustin walked in Stamford's Hope in Motion Event this year raising funds for a battle she knows all too ...

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Video: Year in Review - 2014 Environment Headlines

... $1 million to 55 towns and we're up to about 265 charging stations around the state." The Mianus River Park in Stamford is now home to an Urban Oasis. City officials partnered with Audubon Connecticut's Urban Oases Program to create a habitat for ...

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Retailers hope for strong sales

Shoppers come and go at the Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, Conn., on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014. Photo: Jason Rearick Shoppers come and go at the Ridgeway Shopping Center in Stamford, Conn., on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014.

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Video: DSSD Announces New Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit, Dinosaurs Rule

Stamford Downtown is calling on artists for its next outdoor sculpture exhibit, Dinosaurs Rule! Each summer, the Downtown Special Services District hosts an outdoor exhibit as part of its Art in Public Places initiative. Sculptures line the sidewalks and parks of the Downtown and each year the theme is different.

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Richard M. Anderson, 64; Pharmacist, Stamford Resident

Richard was born on September 11, 1950 in Stamford, CT, a son of the late Milton and Anna Anderson. Richard is a graduate of Stamford Catholic High School.

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Living On the Edge With Fog Computing

... nd implementation. Currently, Bill works as the National Director of Strategy and Innovation at MTM Technologies, a Stamford, CT based consulting firm.

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Share Your Favorite Holiday Traditions, Stamford

Is it a favorite food? A family gathering? Or is it all about the Christmas carols? For many, the season is about giving to others. Share the things you do with your family, friends, and community year after year in the Comments area below. Who knows? Maybe you'll find a new one you want to adopt.

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Westport Fire Department Has Some Safety Reminders for the Holidays

... Ashes can contain hot embers for as long as four days. Let us not forget the tragic Christmas morning fire in Stamford several years ago caused by the improper disposal of fireplace ashes. Never burn holiday garland, wrapping paper, Christmas trees ...

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Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Video: Pet of the Week: Palmer

... friendly and loves attention. He gets a long with other cats and gos as well. For Plamer, and pets like him, visit Stamford Animal Control at 201 Magee Avenue or call 203-977-4437.

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Three years after deadly Christmas Day fire, city remains in legal limbo

An empty lot sits vacant at the end of Shippan Avenue in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014. The lot is all that remains after a fire swept through a house there and killed three children and two adults on Christmas Day in 2011.

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Ex-Lehman executive dies in avalanche

... in Grenoble, McGuinn said. Schiffer's children and their ski guide survived. McGuinn, who is now chairman of Stamford, Connecticut-based consultant ASH Advisory LLC, worked with Schiffer at Lehman from 1980 to the mid-1990s. More recently they ...

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Fiat dealership appears near closure

The Fiat of Fairfield County dealership is seen on East Main Street in Stamford, Conn., on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014. The dealership will be closing by the end of the week.

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Fiat dealership appears near closure

... two other dealers: Fiat by Executive in Wallingford and Valenti Fiat in Hartford. The closest Fiat dealership to Stamford is Alfa Romeo Fiat of Larchmont in Westchester County, N.Y. Fiat of Larchmont is the oldest Fiat dealer in the United States, ...

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Fiat dealership appears near closure

The Fiat of Fairfield County dealership is seen on East Main Street in Stamford, Conn., on Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2014. The dealership will be closing by the end of the week.

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Three years after deadly Christmas Day fire, city remains in legal limbo

An empty lot sits vacant at the end of Shippan Avenue in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014. The lot is all that remains after a fire swept through a house there and killed three children and two adults on Christmas Day in 2011.

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What to do around Stamford this weekend

A free sing-A-Long screening of the Disney film "Frozen" is set for the Ferguson Library in Stamford, Conn., on Dec. 31, 2015, at 2 p.m. For information, call 203-351-8242.

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The generosity of neighbors helps make happy holidays

... for her children and a gift of $350 would help her buy gifts. No. 44 -- Mary is a 75-year-old woman living in Stamford. Her only child died from cancer 10 years ago, and Mary lives alone with no family support. As her health begins to decline, it is ...

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Marie R Valenzano, 78, Lifelong Stamford Resident

Stamford resident Marie R. Valenzano passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday after a battle with cancer. She was 78. A lifelong resident of Stamford, Valenzano was born on March 11, 1936 to the late Anthony and Mary Racaniello.

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Websites crucial for galleries, but can't replace physical spaces

Opening any business in the wake of one of the biggest financial crises in the history of the country is a risky move, but Fernando Luis Alvarez's hunch that Stamford was ready for a world-class art gallery in 2009 has paid off. On Dec. 17, the gallery celebrated its fifth anniversary with a party attended by Sen. Richard Blumenthal, among other notables.

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Websites crucial for galleries, but can't replace physical spaces

Fernando Luis Alvarez celebrated the fifth anniversary of his Bedford St. gallery in downtown Stamford with a party on Dec. 17. Photo: Lindsay Perry Fernando Luis Alvarez prepares for the closing party for the "Overlooked" show in his Bedford St. gallery last fall. The art dealer celebrated the fifth anniversary of his business on Dec. 17. Photo: Lindsay Perry Last year, the Fernando Alvarez Gallery created quite a buzz on Bedford St. in downtown Stamford with the placement of two sculptures by Arturo Di Modica on the sidewalk.

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Tarot-Card Deck Designed By Stamford Artist On Exhibit

... original artworks the game-playing deck will be based upon are on exhibit now at Fernando Luis Alvarez Gallery in Stamford, Boginski's hometown. The artworks are 11x14 inches, in colored pencil and ink on paper. The deck is divided into two parts, ...

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Good Samaritan Helps Stop Sex Assault

Police are crediting a Good Samaritan with stopping a brutal attack on a woman on her way home in Stamford. It's an attack investigators say they've seen more of lately.

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Ten Ways to Make Your Cloud More Efficient

... nd implementation. Currently, Bill works as the National Director of Strategy and Innovation at MTM Technologies, a Stamford, CT based consulting firm.

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Marie R. Valenzano, 78; Lifelong Stamford Resident, Former Teacher

Marie R. Valenzano, 78, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 20th, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Stamford, Marie was born on March 11, 1936 to the late Anthony and Mary Racaniello.

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Track Santa's Trek to Stamford

Stamford area families wondering just what time Santa Claus will make his appearance locally can track the jolly old elf's journey courtesy of NORAD. The North American Aerospace Defense Command is once again putting its technological prowess to use helping children around the world keep up with Santa's Christmas Eve ride.

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Stamford YMCA Holds Holiday Party For Students

More than 100 students from kindergarten through high school participate in the after-school program and enjoyed the festivities, which included a Buffalo Wild Wings buffet and Gofer Ice Cream sundae, as well as fun and dancing with area DJ David Jason Entertainment.

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What's Open/Closed In Stamford On Christmas

Thursday, Dec. 25, is a federal holiday. Here's a look at what will be open and what will be closed in Stamford on Christmas.

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Exhibit At Darien Rowayton Bank Showcases 'Journeys' By Stamford Artist

A solo exhibit called "Journeys," by award-winning Stamford-based artist Liron Sissman, is on display through Dec. 31 at Darien Rowayton Bank, 1001 Post Road in Darien. Viewing hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

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Athletes of the Week

... In addition to patrolling the paint, scored a combined 22 points in wins over Fairfield Ludlowe Dec. 19 and Stamford Dec. 22. Made the game-clinching 3-point play in the victory over the Black Knights. Accomplishment: Led the ...

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Athletes of the Week

... In addition to patrolling the paint, scored a combined 22 points in wins over Fairfield Ludlowe Dec. 19 and Stamford Dec. 22. Made the game-clinching 3-point play in the victory over the Black Knights. Accomplishment: Led the ...

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Peter J. Lacerenza, 96; Retired Antiques Finisher, Stamford Resident

Born on May 22, 1918 in Stamford, Connecticut to Frank and Mary Manfredi Lacerenza, he was a retired antique refinisher who worked for William's Antique Shop in Old Greenwich for over 40 years. He is survived by his son Frank and his wife Arlene Norko Lacerenza of Milford, as well as two grandchildren, Christina Smith, and her husband Gary, of Southington and Peter of Danbury; two step-granddaughters, Ellen Steer and her husband, Michael, of Issaquah, WA and Valerie Gospodarek and her husband, Andrew, of Lafayette, CA; a step-grandson, Adam Kindilien of Milford; two great-grandchildren, Carter and Reagan Smith, and two step-great-grandchildren, Ben and Sarah Steer.

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Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Roads full of holiday travelers

... Many heading North Tuesday said going through New York was the worst, taking two hours just to get from the city to Stamford. "It's not too bad, like certain parts are more congested than others, but I figured today is better than coming back ...

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Study: Stamford drivers lose money, time to traffic

TRIP Executive Director Will Wilkins speaks at the podium beside Stamford Chamber of Commerce President Jack Condlin, far left, State Sen. Bill Duff, second from left, and U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, right, at the University of Connecticut Stamford Branch in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014.

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Lovesac kicks back in new HQ

Lovesac founder Shawn Nelson lounges in a Lovesac at the new Lovesac Headquarters at 2 Landmark Square in downtown Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014.

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Man named 'Seth Cohen' attempts to connect with everyone else named 'Seth Cohen'

... be a WWE wrestler who went up against Hulk Hogan. While in Providence, he met Seth Cohen, 57, a tax accountant from Stamford, Connecticut. He had dinner with three other Seth Cohens. They all wore name tags that read: "Seth Cohen." They enjoyed the ...

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Latest Stamford Storm Update: Christmas Eve Travel Will Be Difficult

The good news for Stamford motorists looking to travel on Christmas Eve is you won't have to deal with the wintry white stuff, but unfortunately you'll be dealing with heavy rains, gusty winds, patchy fog, and maybe even some thunder. According to the National Weather Service, rain was to begin between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. Wednesday for the entire state of Connecticut.

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Lovesac kicks back in new HQ

Lovesac founder Shawn Nelson at the new Lovesac Headquarters at 2 Landmark Square in downtown Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014.

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Urban Outfitters calling it quits in Greenwich

... The 2008 sale was part of a $30 million, two-building deal with the former Advocate building at 75 Tresser Blvd., Stamford, between Tribune Co. and Greenfield Partners. The retail building changed hands again in 2012, when it was purchased by ...

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Lovesac kicks back in new HQ

Shawn Nelson was more than happy to transform an item of furniture into pieces for a visitor to his company's new headquarters in Stamford. Nelson's company, Lovesac, has relocated in Stamford to Two Landmark Square, where it has built a part-office, part-lounge for some 40 headquarters workers who are among the 300 people who work for the company.

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Frontier: 'We have lessons to learn'

... and video services. It took on 2,300 AT&T employees, with the company already employing about 200 people at its Stamford headquarters. Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen and the state's consumer counsel had asked the Public Utilities ...

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CBS2 Exclusive: Lost Ring Reunited With Owner More Than 25 Years Later

... I don't know," said Diane Hall, the ring's owner. Think about it. The ring goes from Nassau County, Long Island to Stamford, Connecticut to Yonkers, New York before finally reuniting with its former owner in an entirely different town. The odds are ...

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Attention Darien Procrastinators: Store Closing Hours for Christmas Eve

... - caveat procrastinator ). The two stores we found open latest: Total Wine in Norwalk and Target in downtown Stamford. Whole Foods is the supermarket we found open the latest - 7 p.m. ... you've got a good chance of finding a CVS or Walgreen's open ...

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Hearst to transfer some printing, inserting

... er." The company will continue to print each of its four daily newspapers -- the Connecticut Post , The Advocate of Stamford, The News-Times of Danbury and Greenwich Time -- in Bridgeport, and to use an existing warehouse as the distribution center.

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37 Things to do on New Year's Eve in Connecticut

... and Dueling Pianos Includes party favors, a champagne toast and a post-midnight dessert buffet One Ticket Two Bars (Stamford) You can buy one ticket and attend both Bar-BQ and McFadden's. Ticket includes entrance, a four-hour open bar 8 p.m.-12 ...

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Stamford police briefs

A Stamford judge Tuesday doubled the appearance bond on a jailed Stamford man for obsessively writing to his former girlfriend from jail even though a Stamford judge prohibited the man from contacting the woman. Deno Dawes , 25, of Spruce St., was charged with two counts of violating a protective order and tampering with a witness.

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Hearst Media Services Laying Off 72 Employees In February

... though some printers are also on the list. Hearst Media Services publishes the Connecticut Post, The News-Times, Stamford's Advocate and Greenwich Time. The jobs that will be eliminated are in Bridgeport. The Hartford Courant Media Group will take ...

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Encounter puts holiday spirit back on track

... compounded by an increasingly hectic social calendar and work piling up at the office and at home. It happened in Stamford, Conn., on a train bound for New York City. I was on my way to Manhattan to visit friends. A little boy seated across from me, ...

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