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Volume III

State Senate Candidates Debate

State Senator Ceci Maher and her challenger, Kami Evans, debated on October 8 in a Wilton League of Women Voters event at the Wilton Library.

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State Rep. Candidates Debate

State Representative Anne Hughes and challenger Chris Peritore discussed issues in a 45-minute forum held on October 6 at Weston Town Hall.

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The Weather

Wednesday: Partly cloudy. High 55º, low 38º.
Thursday: Sunny. High 57º, low 36º.
Friday: Sunny. High 65º, low 41º.

NWS detailed outlook.

The Election Section

A developing section about the 2024 general election. Articles, the ballot, key dates, early voting, debates, absentee ballots.

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Donald Patrie, 94

Mr. Patrie died peacefully on July 14 with his wife Carmen by his side. In 1948 he joined the Air Force and traveled around Pacific air stations.

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Photography: A Closer Look

A Weston Library Photography Club exhibition now open in the library Community Room features works of close-up macro photography.

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METEOR About to Strike

Debuting on October 18, “a cosmic Halloween experience” as Lachat Town Farm is transformed into a “frightening, otherworldly adventure.”

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Campus Facilities Closed During School Hours

As a security measure, campus facilities are closed to the public during school hours, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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Democrats Rally for Choice

Democrats from several Fairfield County towns rallied in Easton on October 5 with a focus on protecting the reproductive rights of women.

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On Screen: “Matlock”

Susan Granger reviews the legal drama starring Kathy Bates that shares a title and premise with the 1986-96 series starring Andy Griffith.

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On Screen: “Child Star”

Susan Granger reviews a “cautionary, cathartic” documentary by Demi Lovato asking, “is the price of fame worth your childhood?”

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September Property Transfers

12 Weston properties sold in September. 15 in the same month a year ago. Total sales: $22,131,958. Median sale price: $1,381,000.

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Strength Training and Healthy Aging

Sponsored by BodyShock Studio

BodyShock Studio’s Gerardo Lambert, a heart transplant recipient, knows firsthand how it feels to start strength training as you get older.

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Proposal for Second Village District Withdrawn

The application to P&Z had asked the commission to create a mixed use village district encompassing five Good Hill Road properties.

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The Blotter

A summary of recent Weston Police Department assignments or call responses and the number of occurrences.

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KMS Team: House of the Week

Sponsored by KMS Team at COMPASS

A 1940s charmer with European influences, vintage details, a country kitchen and a great room with exposed wooden beams and a fireplace.

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Why “Dryer Vent Cleaning” Isn’t Enough

Sponsored by Dryer Vent Wizard of Norwalk

Cleaning is an important part of dryer vent servicing, but our work involves much more. Safety and efficiency is our goal.

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Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Sell

Sponsored by Bross Chingas Bross

Fall is a fantastic time to consider selling your home. The market is often bustling as families look to settle into new neighborhoods before winter.

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More Connecticut Aid to North Carolina

Two more Connecticut National Guard helicopters and an aircrew are deploying to Salisbury, North Carolina to help stranded communities.

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FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers Open

The centers, in Wilton and Southbury, are staffed to help homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits apply for federal disaster aid.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Domestic Violence Crisis Center provides free, confidential support for those experiencing domestic violence and operates a hotline.

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Connecticut Assistance to North Carolina

A regiment of the Connecticut National Guard and an urban search and rescue team have deployed to help North Carolina recover from Helene.

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Jeffrey Tallman, 78

Mr. Tallman died on August 18 after a long battle with cancer. He was a builder, avid photographer, woodworker, and prolific artist.

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Living With the Bears

There has been a flood of calls about bears, says Weston’s animal control officer. But sightings aren’t emergencies, she says, with advice.

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Students Encouraged to Register to Vote

At an information table in the Weston High School entrance each Wednesday in October, students can learn about registering to vote.

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SBA Business Recovery Centers Open

Two SBA centers have opened to help business owners apply for federal disaster aid. Similar FEMA centers for homeowners should open soon.

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Help Needed for Siversk Van

For the second time, the humanitarian aid van provided to Weston’s sister city Siversk, Ukraine has been damaged by Russian munitions.

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Gloria Doino, 86

Ms. Doino passed away peacefully at home in Redding on Sept. 23. An educator, she lived in Weston 41 years and was active at St. Francis of Assisi.

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Some Signs Off Limits at Town Campus

With complaints about signs relating to controversial issues, a new policy limits what can be placed and by whom.

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IRS Offers Relief, Extending Deadlines

Tax filing deadlines are extended as the August 18 storm and flooding are declared a major disaster.

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A Farewell to Woody Bliss

After 50 years living in Weston and serving the community, former First Selectman Woody Bliss is moving on.

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At Town Hall, a 9/11 Remembrance

The ceremony honored the memory of six Weston residents who perished at the World Trade Center 23 years ago.

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Obituaries

Donald Patrie, 94, died on July 14. Full obituary.
Jeffrey Tallman, 78, died on August 18. Full obituary.

Previous obituaries.

P&Z Okays Lunch Box Plans

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved plans for a new entrance to Lunch Box, as the restaurant will become a bar and grille.

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New School Board Member Appointed

The Board of Selectmen appointed Lisa Luft, a 32-year career educator and adminisrator, to fill a vacancy on the Board of Education.

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New Playground Opens at Lachat

On Sept. 1, “Seth’s Wilderness Playground” was dedicated with a release of newly hatched butterflies in memory of Seth Gaynes.

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Police Board Honors Former Member

The Board of Police Commissioners presented a plaque recognizing former member Jess DiPasquale’s 20 years of service.

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State Funds Flood Recovery Grants

$5 million in state funding will be allocated to a micro-grant program to help small businesses and nonprofits recover from flood damage.

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P&Z Denies Apartments Application

The plan to develop at 107 Georgetown Road, invoking affordable housing law, was found to come up short on state requirements.

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Lawsuit Challenges Dog Park Plan

The complaint alleges that Town officials “have and intend to” deny the plaintiff access to the planned park due to a disability.

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P&Z Hears Development Proposal

Discussion in a pre-application meeting was about what may become a formal proposal for mixed-use development at one of Weston’s “four corners.”

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To the Editor …

In the most recent Letter to the Editor, thanks from the director of Parks and Recreation to those who made the July 4th celebration a success.

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Too Soon, Too Much?

The proposal to build a new middle school may have hit a speed bump: a call for a re-think by First Selectwoman Samantha Nestor.

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On the Table: Brand New Middle School

A proposal to remedy long known issues at WMS is to build a new school, potentially at a cost to Weston taxpayers of $88 million.

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