Leon McCadden, 66, coach, IBM employee
Leon McCadden, 66, of Ridgefield died on Monday, July 7 surrounded by his family after a short battle with cancer. Mr. McCadden, son of William and Lessie McCadden, was born on March 9, 1948, and grew...
View ArticleGenealogy for Beginners
Genealogy for Beginners, available through Ridgefield Continuing Education, will help students start researching family history. The first class covers starting a family tree, understanding...
View ArticleInfant who died in car was left while father went to work
The 15-month-old Ridgefield boy who died in a hot car was left in the car by his father when he went to work, police said Wednesday morning. “The Ridgefield Police Departments Dispatch Center received...
View ArticleKeeler Kids reach new heights
The Architectural Design Firm of Cass Gilbert located in the Cass Gilbert Carriage Barn at 132 Main Street in Ridgefield is still “hiring” junior apprentices to work on a commission for a new...
View ArticleBoy who died in car identified by police
Police identified the infant boy who died in a hot car Monday. Benjamin Seitz, born March 28, 2013, “was supposed to be dropped off at a daycare facility in Ridgefield by his father. The father did not...
View ArticleState’s report: Officer was ‘justified’ in Valluzzo shooting
A scene diagram from the state’s report shows the house where John Valluzzo was shot and killed by Ridgefield Police Officer Jorge Romero. The state’s attorney has found the use of deadly force by...
View ArticleWhat environmental hazards can impact men’s health?
Dear EarthTalk: We often see and read reports about environmental threats to women’s health, but aren’t there also concerns about which men should be especially vigilant? —Jay Walsh, Boston, Mass....
View ArticleIn this week’s Ridgefield Press
Here are some of the stories and features in this week’s Ridgefield Press, out today in print and e-edition: A state investigation of last year’s fatal, officer-involved shooting determined the...
View ArticleRuling on cell tower due soon; both sides expect an approval
A decision on the 150-foot cell tower proposed for a ridge in north central Ridgefield is expected from Connecticut Siting Council in mid-August. “The public hearings have been closed, and briefs are...
View ArticlePlayhouse Notes: Kenny Loggins comes to town
Kenny Loggins performs Wednesday, Aug. 13, at the Ridgefield Playhouse. Legendary Grammy Award-winner singer/songwriter guitarist Kenny Loggins of “What A Fool Believes” fame is coming to The...
View ArticlePlayhouse Notes: Three Dog Night
Three Dog Night will be in concert at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, August 9, at 8 p.m. The legendary Three Dog Night super group will be once again in concert at The Ridgefield Playhouse on...
View ArticleThe Town Clock
The Town Clock had its origins in World War II volunteerism. Where did the Main Street clock come from? The Town Clock has been around since 1958, but its origins are really in World War II. The...
View ArticlePlayhouse Notes: Free, green expo — with Shakespeare
Two Gentlemen of Verona will be performed at the Playhouse’s free Shakespeare on the Green expo. First Niagara Bank and The Ridgefield Playhouse will present the 9th Annual Shakespeare on the Green...
View ArticlePlayhouse Notes: Audience picks songs for Fixx
The Fixx performs at the Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, August 8, at 8 p.m. In “The Fixx – By Request” the audience chooses what the band plays live at the Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, August 8,...
View ArticlePhoto: Parenting dinner
The Ridgefield Exchange Club and the Exchange Club Parenting Skills Center in Stamford shared dinner, inspiring stories, and ideas on parenting on Tuesday, June 17, in at the Center in Stamford. The...
View ArticleWelch helps boost stem cell awareness
Due to the efforts of Ridgefield resident Marion Welch, Gov. Dannel Malloy declared by proclamation July 1 as Stem Cell Awareness Day in Connecticut. Ms. Welch has been working with expectant parents...
View ArticleThe double deaths of 1888
I’ve heard Ridgefield once had a murder-suicide. True? On Saturday, Aug. 25, 1888, Dr. Archibald Y. Paddock and his 18-year-old son, Harry, had a late breakfast and decided to go target shooting near...
View ArticleSchlumberger: What’s next?
The Schlumberger site… After a failed vote, three public hearings, and the seemingly endless negotiations with the art collector, the selectmen will talk next week. First Selectman Rudy Marconi has his...
View ArticleKids have talent to show off
Ridgefield kids have an opportunity to show off their talents in the Ridgefield Library’s talent show for kids ages 5 and older. Children are invited to perform their feats at a performance on...
View ArticlePlayhouse Notes: Howie Day, no matter the genre
Howie Day Known for his hits “She Says” and “Collide”, singer/songwriter Howie Day will perform at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Thursday, August 14, at 8 p.m. After sales in excess of a million albums...
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