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Juvenile Arrested in Connection with Armed Robbery & Threatening in Fairfield

<p>FAIRFIELD, CT - On March 17 at approximately 8:11pm, the Fairfield Police Department responded to a report of a possible robbery in the area of New Hampshire Avenue, Fairfield.</p><p>Initial reports indicated that several juveniles had been threatened at gunpoint by individuals wearing ski masks who had fled the scene. According to the victims, they were riding their bicycles when they were approached by the suspects. The suspects reportedly displayed firearms and a knife while demanding the belongings of the victims. Fortunately, no physical injuries were reported.</p><p>Patrol Division personnel, working in cooperation with the Investigative Division, quickly identified a suspect and located the juvenile at their Fairfield home, where they were subsequently taken into custody without incident.</p><p>The juvenile was charged with Robbery 1st Degree (53a-134), Threatening 1st Degree (53a-61aa), Carrying of Pistol without Permit (29-35(a)(1)), and Larceny 5th Degree (53a-125a). A court appearance date was set for March 18, 2024, at 9:00 AM at Bridgeport Superior Court for Juvenile Matters.</p><p>Fairfield Public Schools were promptly notified of the incident. Although this was not a school-related incident and there is no threat to schools, actions have been taken to prohibit the suspect from school grounds pending the disciplinary process.</p><p>This appears to be an isolated incident between parties known to each other, and there is no indication of any ongoing threat to the public. However, this remains an ongoing investigation. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Fairfield Police Department at (203) 254-4800.</p><p>Anonymous tips can be submitted via the Fairfield PD mobile app or by texting the keyword FPDCT plus</p><p>your message/tip to 847411 (Tip411). Tips can also be submitted online at <a href="http://www.fpdct.com/tips" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fpdct.com/tips</a></p><p><em>(Note: When sending a tip by text message, text keyword FPDCT to 847411, add a space, type in your tip information, and hit send.)&nbsp;</em></p>

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United Way Map Shows Impact of a Proposed CT Child Tax Credit on Communities

<p class="ql-align-center"><strong>Rocky Hill, CT </strong>– United Way of Connecticut, in partnership with DataHaven, released three interactive online maps that show the distribution of the proposed Child Tax Credit across the state and illustrate the impact it could have on financial security, racial equity and economic prosperity. The maps show impact by town and by House and Senate districts.&nbsp;</p><p>The proposed CT Child Tax Credit:</p><ul><li>Allocates $600 per child annually, for up to three children per filing family.&nbsp;</li><li>Assumes a population of single-filing families making less than $100,000 per year, and joint-filers making less than $200,000 per year, eligible to receive the credit.&nbsp;</li><li>Includes stipulation that the credit would be fully refundable, meaning that families without tax liability would receive the full value of the tax credit as a refund.</li></ul><p>Using counts of eligible families from the 2018-2022 U.S. Census American Community Survey, the maps show that 75% of families with children would receive crucial support, including 91% of Connecticut’s Latino families and 88% of Black families.&nbsp;</p><p>From July to December 2021, an enhanced federal Child Tax Credit provided advance payments to nearly all U.S. families with dependent children each month.</p><p>According to Mark Abraham, Executive Director of DataHaven, “The enhanced federal credit is widely considered to have had a significant impact in reducing child poverty across the nation -- it led, in particular, to <a href="https://www.ctdatahaven.org/blog/datahaven-survey-finds-food-insecurity-nearly-doubled-connecticut-2022" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(12, 100, 142);">a large drop in food insecurity among families with children</a>, nationally and in Connecticut. T<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">he enhanced federal Credit lifted 33,000 Connecticut children out of poverty in 2021. But that enhanced credit has now expired. For all these reasons, we believe that a CT Child Tax Credit would have measurable impacts on family economic well-being as well, assuming that it was of sufficient scale and reach."</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(26, 26, 26);">“</span>More than half a million households in Connecticut struggle to make ends meet -- 67% of those households (371,207) are families with children,” says Lisa Tepper Bates, President and CEO of United Way of Connecticut. “Plus, we're the only state that taxes family income without offering tax relief for raising children. A Connecticut Child Tax Credit would empower families to afford essentials and access opportunities that otherwise may be beyond their reach.”&nbsp;</p><p>The partners in the Connecticut Nonprofit Child Tax Credit Coalition cite Moody’s Analytics estimate that every dollar of Child Tax Credit results in $1.38 of economic activity, yielding a 38% return on the investment that contributes to a thriving community.&nbsp;</p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Click here to read the </span><a href="https://www.ctdatahaven.org/reports/proposed-connecticut-child-tax-credit-estimating-impacts-towns-legislative-districts-and" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">full report from DataHaven</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">.&nbsp;</span></p><p><strong>ABOUT UNITED WAY OF CONNECTICUT &nbsp;</strong></p><p>The mission of United Way of Connecticut is to help Connecticut residents thrive through trusted partnerships and innovative solutions. United Way of Connecticut is recognized by the Hartford Business Journal as a 2023 Best Workplace in Connecticut. Learn more at <a href="https://www.ctunitedway.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">ctunitedway.org</a>.<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);"> </span>Visit our <a href="https://www.ctunitedway.org/mediacenter/media-request/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">media center</a> for media requests and inquiries.<span style="color: rgb(7, 61, 126);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><strong>ABOUT DATAHAVEN</strong></p><p>DataHaven’s mission is to empower people to create thriving communities by collecting and ensuring access to data on well-being, equity, and quality of life. They have served Connecticut as a nonprofit organization since 1992, working with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ctdatahaven.org/partners-sponsors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">many partners</a>&nbsp;to develop&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ctdatahaven.org/reports" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">reports</a>, tools, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ctdatahaven.org/ask-mark" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">technical assistance programs</a>&nbsp;that make information more useful to local communities.</p><p>DataHaven is a partner of the&nbsp;<a href="http://neighborhoodindicators.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">National Neighborhood Indicators Partnership</a>, a learning network, coordinated by the Urban Institute of independent organizations in 30 cities that share a mission to ensure all communities have access to data and the skills to use information to advance equity and well-being across neighborhoods. They are also involved in initiatives to further the use of high-quality data at a local and statewide level throughout Connecticut. Enjoy exploring their website,&nbsp;<a href="http://eepurl.com/dDFvOn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">sign up for their e-mail newsletter</a>, follow them on social media (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ctdata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">Instagram</a>, Twitter,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/connecticutdata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">Facebook</a>, LinkedIn, TikTok,&nbsp;<a href="https://urbanists.social/@ctdata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">Mastodon</a>), and please&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ctdatahaven.org/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(42, 110, 184);">contact them</a>&nbsp;with any questions or suggestions.&nbsp;</p>

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Why Small Businesses Matter in Fairfield: Prints by Kayla K

<h2><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(50, 55, 61);">Why Small Businesses Matter</span></h2><p><em style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Shop small, do big things for your community</em></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why Small Businesses Matter puts a spotlight on the local merchants who donate their time, talent, goods, and services for the betterment of our community. The shop local movement spreads virally as local businesses who are “tagged” have the opportunity to share their story!</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Meet Kayla Krasnow founder of </strong><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PrintsByKaylaK?ref=simple-shop-header-name&amp;listing_id=1282751632" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Prints by Kayla K</strong></a></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why did you start your business?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">When I graduated college and was trying to decorate my first apartment, I could not find the artwork I wanted- so I decided to make it myself!</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What is your best-selling product/service?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Custom heart state prints. People can request the state/town/zip code of their choice, pick their colors and get a print of their state with a heart over their selected location. [Shop on Etsy </span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PrintsByKaylaK?ref=simple-shop-header-name&amp;listing_id=1282751632" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">here</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">].</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you reimagined your small business?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In the past two years, I have added in dozens of new designs. I have also taken on extremely custom orders that are dreamed up by my customers and am open to any ideas/color scheme/approach they come to me with!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Visit Prints by Kayla K on</span><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PrintsByKaylaK?ref=simple-shop-header-name&amp;listing_id=1282751632" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> Etsy </a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">and on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/printsbykaylak/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Instagram&nbsp;</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn more about Kayla via</span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayla-krasnow/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> Linkedin.</a></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">HamletHub thanks</strong><a href="http://www.jkinfordbeautygroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong> </strong></a><a href="https://www.fairfieldcountybank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Fairfield County Bank </strong></a><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">for making our Why Small Businesses Matter series possible!</strong></p><p><br></p>

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Fairfield Announces Age Friendly Survey Results

<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Fairfield, CT - Fairfield has announced the results of its Age Friendly Fairfield Survey. Offering valuable insights into the needs and preferences of residents, the findings serve as a roadmap for fostering a community that is vibrant, accessible and supportive for Fairfield residents of all ages.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Age Friendly Fairfield Survey was conducted last summer in partnership with Fairfield University and Fairfield Senior Advocates, with surveys completed by a diverse range of community members, representing various age groups, backgrounds and life experiences. The survey sought to identify areas where Fairfield excels in promoting age friendly initiatives, as well as opportunities for improvement.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">"The survey results will guide our efforts to create a more inclusive and age friendly Fairfield," said Julie DeMarco, Fairfield Human and Social Services Director. "Age Friendly Fairfield continues to work closely with local stakeholders, community organizations and town agencies to develop and implement initiatives that address the identified needs and priorities of our community."</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Highlights from the survey results include:</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">1.&nbsp;Accessible Transportation: Respondents expressed the importance of accessible transportation options, including public transit, pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and community transportation services to support mobility and independence among age residents.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">2.&nbsp;Community Engagement: A strong desire for increase opportunities for social engagements and intergenerational interaction was a prominent theme, with respondents emphasizing the importance of fostering connects and reducing social isolation.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">3.&nbsp;Health and Wellness: Access to affordable healthcare services, recreational facilities and wellness programs was identified as essential for promoting physical and mental well-being across all age groups.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">4.&nbsp;Housing Options: Affordable housing options that accommodate diverse needs, including aging in place and downsizing, were highlighted as priorities for ensuring housing stability and accessibility for residents of all ages.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">"We are so grateful to all who participated in the Age Friendly Fairfield Survey," Brenda Steele, Bigelow Center Director said. "Your input is instrumental in shaping the future of our community and ensuring that Fairfield remains a place where everyone feels welcome and supported."</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To view detailed survey results, click here&lt;</span><a href="https://mycommunityonline.com/publication-page/town-of-fairfield-bigelow-center-for-senior-activities?selectedPublication=https://container.parishesonline.com/bulletins/06/5012/20230901N.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mycommunityonline.com/publication-page/town-of-fairfield-bigelow-center-for-senior-activities?selectedPublication=https://container.parishesonline.com/bulletins/06/5012/20230901N.pdf</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&gt; or visit Age Friendly Fairfield&lt;</span><a href="https://fairfieldct.org/service/human_and_social_services_department/age_friendly_fairfield.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://fairfieldct.org/service/human_and_social_services_department/age_friendly_fairfield.php</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&gt;.</span></p>

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Comedy Fundraiser for Social Services/Father Coleman Warming Fund Raises $11,000

<p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Fairfield, CT - Laughter echoed through the Scandinavian Club as Fairfield residents and neighbors gathered for a night of comedy to support a vital cause. "Comics Bring the Heat," hosted by Cause you Need a Laugh, brought a side-splitting comedy fundraiser, and drove home the importance of supportive social services initiatives, raising $11,000 for the Social Services/Father Coleman Warming Fund.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">With utility prices soaring, the need for assistance among vulnerable Fairfield residents has become increasingly urgent. Recognizing this, "Comics Bring the Heat": came through with local comedians, including Fairfield Social Services Social Worker, Eileen Fitzpatrick Fickes; Fairfield resident Matt Orefice, comics from Cause You Need a Laugh, and headliner Andy Pitz. With help from sponsors Santa Fuel and Abbey Tent, the event pulled together friends and neighbors committed to making a difference and bring warmth to those in need.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">"We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from our community," said Julie DeMarco, Fairfield Human and Social Services Director. "Comics Bring the Heat not only provided much-needed funds for the Social Services/Father Coleman Warming Fund, but also served as a reminder of the strength and compassion that define our community."</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Warming und provides essential resources to individuals and families facing during the cold winter months. Started with a generous donation from the Father Coleman Fund, Warming Fund provides emergency assistance for heating costs to Fairfield residents and plays a critical role in ensuring that no one is left out in the cold. The success of the comedy fundraiser underscores the power of laughter in driving positive change.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">"We are so grateful to everyone who contributed to the success of 'Comics Bring the Heat.' Fairfield has always been a community that looks after its own," Social Worker Eileen Fickes added. "The generosity of those who attended will make a tangible difference in the lives of those who rely on Social Services to stay safe and warm.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">To make a donation or for more information on how you can support the Social Services/Father Coleman Warming please visit Fairfield Social Services&lt;</span><a href="https://fairfieldct.org/service/human_and_social_services_department/social_services.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://fairfieldct.org/service/human_and_social_services_department/social_services.php</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&gt;.</span></p>

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Westport Library to Host Talk On Town & Public School Capital Investments

<p>Westport, CT - On Tuesday, March 26, The Westport Library will be hosting an important community conversation&nbsp;regarding town and public-school&nbsp;capital investments<em>&nbsp;</em>that will impact Westport for years to come:&nbsp;<em>Preparing Westport for Major Capital Spending</em>.</p><p>The event is being facilitated by the&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__lwvwestport.org_&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=wr_iE7mzd1IdXZtk-qOf9jRd3ZPvJA2QDBK8qrtDjA0&amp;m=Cwqq5RJwICCMTAHBlQwbglD3AcboqydX4kVQcMBqs5QygOPJRt4u0ogRqStWuWoo&amp;s=oW5gzQgaKuZbHnvYm4nrh6jZR4VyChQpt0OzB-mhWwQ&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">League of Women Voters of Westport</a>&nbsp;and the Library’s&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__westportlibrary.org_about_common-2Dground-2Dinitiative_&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=wr_iE7mzd1IdXZtk-qOf9jRd3ZPvJA2QDBK8qrtDjA0&amp;m=Cwqq5RJwICCMTAHBlQwbglD3AcboqydX4kVQcMBqs5QygOPJRt4u0ogRqStWuWoo&amp;s=ZdLXgXIIQkFReh-4WgF86cvTW9IjhR7PftcsvEOX4k8&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">Common Ground Initiative</a>&nbsp;and will feature members of the leadership teams from the Town of Westport and the Westport Public Schools. Together, they will share the rationale, goals, and process for the town's next decades of major capital spending projects.</p><p>First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker and the Superintendent of Schools Tom Scarice will present their capital spending strategies and rationale, and a panel of experts will discuss possible funding strategies, capital planning best practices, and the approval process for achieving the capital spending goals. There will be the opportunity for Q&amp;A, with the expectation of future community sessions.</p><p>The future of Westport relies on a thoughtful and participative planning and funding process to maintain and upgrade its infrastructure. We hope residents from throughout the town will be able to join us for this opportunity for community conversation.</p><p><strong>Preparing Westport for Major Capital Spending: A Community Conversation</strong></p><p>Tuesday, March 26</p><p>7-8:30 pm</p><p>Trefz Forum</p><p><strong>Partners:</strong>&nbsp;The League of Women Voters of Westport, Town of Westport, Westport Public Schools</p><p><strong>Registration link:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.eventbrite.com_e_preparing-2Dwestport-2Dfor-2Dmajor-2Dcapital-2Dspending-2Da-2Dcommunity-2Dconversation-2Dtickets-2D847353666627&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=wr_iE7mzd1IdXZtk-qOf9jRd3ZPvJA2QDBK8qrtDjA0&amp;m=Cwqq5RJwICCMTAHBlQwbglD3AcboqydX4kVQcMBqs5QygOPJRt4u0ogRqStWuWoo&amp;s=ND5wM5rTw1RHdp-n4gLCCMi5XfZ55qHsWyHENwa8boE&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/preparing-westport-for-major-capital-spending-a-community-conversation-tickets-847353666627</a></p><p><strong>Event link:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__westportlibrary.org_event_preparing-2Dwestport-2Dfor-2Dmajor-2Dcapital-2Dspending-2Da-2Dcommunity-2Dconversation_&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=wr_iE7mzd1IdXZtk-qOf9jRd3ZPvJA2QDBK8qrtDjA0&amp;m=Cwqq5RJwICCMTAHBlQwbglD3AcboqydX4kVQcMBqs5QygOPJRt4u0ogRqStWuWoo&amp;s=th89tn7aPq1iBFuKubyGBIISrjE2zEpIcUMxKTKSkVs&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">https://westportlibrary.org/event/preparing-westport-for-major-capital-spending-a-community-conversation/</a></p><p><strong>Common Ground Initiative landing page:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__westportlibrary.org_about_common-2Dground-2Dinitiative_&amp;d=DwMFaQ&amp;c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&amp;r=wr_iE7mzd1IdXZtk-qOf9jRd3ZPvJA2QDBK8qrtDjA0&amp;m=Cwqq5RJwICCMTAHBlQwbglD3AcboqydX4kVQcMBqs5QygOPJRt4u0ogRqStWuWoo&amp;s=ZdLXgXIIQkFReh-4WgF86cvTW9IjhR7PftcsvEOX4k8&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">https://westportlibrary.org/about/common-ground-initiative/</a></p><p><strong>About The Westport Library&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Founded in 1886, built in 1908, and transformed in 2019, The Westport Library is one of the most active and innovative public libraries in the nation, devoted to enriching the intellectual and creative lives of the community. Among its many highlights are a full collection of books for children, teens, and adults; an engaging and colorful Children’s Library; a MakerSpace; a Library of Things; a Seed Library; a robust café and store; and professional art installations that rotate throughout the year. The Westport Library is also home to Verso Studios, replete with an SSL hybrid analog sound studio and broadcast control suite featuring a state-of-the-art console and six robotic cameras, and the Trefz Forum, an open, flexible space that can accommodate up to 600 patrons and features an 18-foot video wall, 35-foot stage, state-of-the-art sound, and theatrical lighting. Situated in the heart of downtown Westport overlooking the scenic Saugatuck River, The Westport Library annually hosts StoryFest, the largest literary festival in Connecticut, and VersoFest, its multi-day music and media festival. Above all, the Library strives to serve the whole community as a vibrant gathering spot where people of all ages come to seek information, gain knowledge, exchange ideas, and share experiences.</p><p><strong>About the League of Women Voters of Westport</strong></p><p><strong>The League of Women Voters of Westport is a nonpartisan membership organization which promotes informed and active participation in government. Its members organize and volunteer to register voters, to plan and host forums on community issues, voter and civics education and debates, and to communicate with elected officials, its membership, and the community to educate voters and to get out the vote. Membership is open to men and women.&nbsp;</strong></p>

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Town of Fairfield Conservation Department Announces Adopt-A-Street Program

<p class="ql-align-center"><br></p><p><strong>Fairfield, CT —</strong> The Conservation Department, acting on behalf of the Town of Fairfield Conservation Commission/Inland Wetlands Agency, announced the official launch of the Town’s new Adopt-A-Street program.&nbsp;The Adopt-A Street Program is designed to encourage community organizations, businesses, families and individuals to maintain the beauty of Fairfield’s streets by keeping them litter-free. Keeping roadways clean will also prevent litter from entering nearby wetlands and watercourses via wind or roadway storm drains.&nbsp;</p><p>The program asks volunteers to submit an application form on the Conservation Department’s webpage at&nbsp;<span style="color: rgb(251, 0, 7);"> </span><a href="https://fairfieldct.org/service/conservation/adopt-a-street.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 255);">Home - Town of Fairfield, Connecticut (fairfieldct.org)</a> requesting approval of sponsorship for an approximately 500-foot section of a Town-owned roadway. Once approved, a five-year commitment by a resident or group to safely remove and dispose of roadside litter on both sides of their sponsored roadway will be in place. The pledged commitment will be formally recognized by streetside signage naming them the sponsor for that portion of the road.&nbsp;</p><p>Trash grabbers will be available to borrow once sponsorship is approved. For the first year, the program will operate as a pilot and sponsorships will be limited, but, if successful, will serve as a model for Town beautification for years to come. Please contact the Conservation Department with any questions at 203-256-3071.</p><p><strong>About Fairfield, Conn.</strong></p><p>Fairfield, Connecticut, is a charming and thriving town featuring five miles of shoreline on the Long Island Sound. Fairfield has five town beaches, two universities, many parks and ball fields, two public golf courses, and a vibrant array of restaurants and stores. Family-oriented Fairfield also has top-notch, high performing public schools with rich academic programs. Only 50 miles from New York City, Fairfield is easily accessible to I-95 and the Merritt Parkway and has three train stations on the Metro North line that extends from New Haven, Connecticut to New York’s Grand Central Terminal. Fairfield is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut, between the cities of Bridgeport and Stamford.&nbsp;Consistently ranked in the top 100 in CNN/Money Magazine’s best towns in which to live, in 2006 Fairfield was ranked as the number one town in the Northeast.</p>

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