Boucher remember’s Governor Rell’s husband as always having a kind word
State Senator Toni Boucher, whose district includes Ridgefield, released the following statement Monday regarding the passing of Governor Jodi Rell’s husband, Lou Rell. “I extend my deepest sympathy to...
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Kai Kalleberg born Feb. 15
Kai Kalleberg A son, their second child, was born to Kris and Amy (Olsen) Kalleberg of Danbury (RHS class of 1995) on Feb. 15 at Danbury Hospital. He has been named Kai John and is the brother of Sean...
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Don’t fall for the ‘dirty dozen’ tax scams
Every year, people fall prey to tax scams. That’s why the IRS sends a list of its annual “Dirty Dozen.” We want you to be safe and informed — and not become a victim. Taxpayers who get involved in...
View ArticleSchool and town budgets go to hearing Wednesday
Close to $132 million in town and school spending — projected to require a less than 2% tax increase next year, without any use of fund balance — is up for public scrutiny and comment next week. The...
View ArticleSCORE talk focuses on website for marketing
A free small business workshop co-sponsored by SCORE Fairfield County and the Westport Library, Internet Marketing for Small Business: Making Websites Work, on Tuesday, April 1, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. with...
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REI Equity wants to open doors to real estate for small investors
REI Equity Partners are trying to make commercial real estate investment more broadly available. From left are Alan Blair of Wilton, Bob Hebert of Ridgefield, and Bob Priest of Stamford. —Macklin Reid...
View ArticleInternet Safety is talk topic
How safe are our Internet communications in 2014? What should we know about Internet predators? The Ridgebury Congregational Church is sponsoring a session, “Internet Safety,” Sunday, March 30, at 3....
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Harker nominated for Au Pair award
Kate Harker Kate Harker, an au pair living in Ridgefield, was nominated for the International Au Pair Assocation 2014 Au Pair of the Year Award. She was one of 55 nominees out of thousands of au pairs...
View ArticleIndian cooking is focus of class
Two new Indian cooking classes focusing on popular, flavorful, easy-to-prepare foods are available through Ridgefield Continuing Education. Pav Bhaji and Papadi Chaat (Tuesday, April 1) includes Pav...
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Realtor Del Franco Five Star professional
Annmarie Del Franco Annmarie Del Franco of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices/New England Properties in Ridgefield has been named a 2014 Connecticut Five Star Real Estate Professional by Five Star...
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Indy the wallaby is missing
Indy the Wallaby A small kangaroo-like animal who once escaped to Ridgefield has again gone missing in from his North Salem home. Susan Saks of North Salem said her family’s 6-year-old, 30-pound...
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Wage hike hurts more than it helps
Recently, President Obama traveled to Connecticut to advocate for a $10.10 minimum wage, which Gov. Malloy has also proposed be enacted by the Connecticut legislature. While it would certainly be...
View ArticleClass exposes camera workings
Digital Photography classes are available through Ridgefield Continuing Education. Instructor Michael Serao said, “Knowing how your camera works and what is necessary to create a good exposure will...
View ArticleTown’s revenues look strong
The money is rolling in — town taxes, real estate conveyance charges, recreation fees, building fees. Town officials say revenues for the current fiscal year are coming in well ahead of what was...
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Governor Malloy signs minimum wage increase
Governor Dannel P. Malloy signed a bill that will eventually increase minimum wage in Connecticut to $10.10 per hour. The governor signed a bill into law Thursday that will eventually raise the...
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Review: Life measured in laughs in ‘The Clean House’
Virginia (Nancy Sinacori) finally gives as good as she gets from Lane (Jessie Gilbert), in The Clean House, through April 5 at the Ridgefield Theater Barn. —Kevin McNair If you think hiring a live-in...
View ArticleFree health fair is RVNA’s 40th
Boasting a vast array of health services, the Ridgefield Visiting Nurse Association is gearing up for its 40th fair. Some of the free offerings include oral cancer screening, cholesterol checkups,...
View ArticleScholarships available to high school students
The Ridgefield Scholarship Group Inc. announced two scholarships available to graduating seniors from Ridgefield High School. The Christopher Manno Memorial Scholarship for Athletic and Academic...
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Keep taxes down, finance board is told
Taxpayer advocate Ed Tyrrell was the only member of the public to speak to the Board of Finance budget hearing. One voice asking that taxes be held down was the only comment from the public at a...
View ArticleCamp Aldrich summer schedule
The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum is inviting families to sign up for Camp Aldrich — full-day, week-long arts experiences for children entering first through 10th grades. Participants will engage...
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