
Wilton Police say that Detectives worked hard to identify the offender shown in this image when he stole over $1,000 in high-end knives from a local business.
After active shoplifting throughout the State, Wilton Police report that this offender is now incarcerated and will be held accountable for his crimes in Wilton.
Submitted by Wilton, CT
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Daniel Tucci has been named to Purchase College's Dean's List for the Fall 2024 semester. Tucci, who is a resident of Wilton, is studying Biology.To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must carry a semester GPA of 3.5 for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs and 3.75 for Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music Performance programs. They must take a minimum of 12 credits.Congratulations, Daniel!

Aquarion Water Company and Eversource, with oversight by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT), will continue work installing utility pipes along New Canaan Road (Route 106) starting Monday, March 3, 2025, weather permitting.Bridge Closure & Detour InformationWork will begin at the bridge on the Wilton/New Canaan town line.The bridge will be closed Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.The estimated project duration is 4-5 months.The detour route for vehicles traveling into New Canaan on Route 106 will be via Route 7 to Route 123 (Norwalk) and back to Route 106 (New Canaan) during work hours. (Refer to the detour map in the link below.)Bus stops will remain in their current locations.Emergency vehicles will have immediate access through the work area.Project Updates & Contact InformationFor updates on this project and continued work on Route 106 throughout 2025, click here.For questions about the project, please contact:Dennis Fields, Aquarion Water Project Representative – 203-258-6139Ken Zembrzuski, Eversource Project Representative – 860-665-3452Joseph Sorcinelli, CT DOT Project Engineer – 203-389-3162The State of Connecticut will oversee the project, with a State Inspector on site.

FC Buzz Weekend February 28 - March 2HamletHub is proud to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and FCBuzz to Elevate Arts and Culture in Fairfield County! Each week, look for a listing of weekend events and activities. The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the arts and culture across 15 towns in coastal Fairfield County. Sign up to receive a free eBuzz newsletter with top picks and spotlight events from the hundreds of events posted on FCBuzz.Jazz violinist Sara CaswellVFW Post 399, WestportFriday Feb 28, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmGrammy® Nominee Sara Caswell “is a brilliant world-class violinist...one of the very best of the present generation of emerging young jazz stars” according to the late David Baker, internationally-renowned jazz educator and Director of the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra. Rooted in an early exposure to a variety of musical genres, Sara’s technical facility intertwined with her gift for lyricism continues to attract growing attention to her artistry as a jazz soloist, sideman, and teacher.Allie ColleenStamford Center for the Arts, StamfordFriday Feb 28, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pmA Country Artist, Singer and Songwriter who opened in 2024 for Jelly Roll on the final leg of his Beautifully Broken Tour and also toured with Lee Brice on his Me and My Guitar tour as well as headlined many shows of her own. Her music style defines how life shaped her, alongside the personal lyrics and transparency in both her vocals and performance. Her passion for singing and songwriting since a young age has garnered her a reputation of being a notable songwriter with an iconic-sounding voice.Bethel Education Foundation Annual BenefitThe Candlewood Inn, BrookfieldSaturday Mar 1, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pmThis event is our biggest fundraiser attended by parents, educators and community members. The evening includes dinner, DJ & dancing, open bar, plus a silent auction. At the event, the Dr. Janice Jordan Excellence in Education Awards are presented to educators whose creativity within the classroom, school or district has had a significant impact on student performance and achievement.Taste in Time - A Dinner for the AgesWilton Historical Society, WiltonSaturday Mar 1, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmTake a step back to the past, enjoy great food and drink, and support your local community. On Saturday, March 1st, from 6 to 9 pm, guests are invited to explore the Wilton Historical Society’s beautiful and unique historic spaces as you eat and drink your way through different eras of history.The Philadelphia Story, a Live Radio PlayPryor-Hubbard Hall, ReddingSaturday Mar 1, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmJoin Director Nancy Ponturo with her extraordinary cast of actors, and watch the hilarity unfold as Tracy Lord, CK Dexter Haven, and other memorable characters are brought to life in this classic 1940s romantic comedy.Rick Reyes & Santos de PaloVoices Cafe, WestportSaturday Mar 1, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pmVoices Cafe is thrilled to present the dynamic, creative force of Rick Reyes & Santos de Palo on Saturday March 1st at 8pm. This concert promises to be a unique, expansive musical exploration. This innovative fusing of Caribbean Mountain folk music with North American folk traditions such as bluegrass, country, and gospel, takes the Latin Americana music genre to whole different category.Young Musicians FestivalSaxe Middle School, New CanaanSaturday Mar 1, 9:00 am - 6:00 pmThe Schubert Club's Young Musicians Festival (YMF) provides adjudicated performance opportunities for students under 18 years of age who receive private instrumental and/or voice instruction. Show off your hard work and receive a gold cup!CoLab: A New Program By The Schubert ClubEmmanuel Episcopal Church, WestonSaturday Mar 1, 2:00 pm - 2:00 pmThe Schubert Club introduces CoLab, a new pilot program where all ages and all stages come together to perform works from any genre of music: Parents with their children, grandparents with their grandchildren, friends with friends, teachers with students, all combinations or solo. No rules!American Chamber Orchestra's Concerto CompetitionFaust Harrison Pianos, FairfieldSaturday Mar 1, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pmApplications and details are available through our website. The winners will perform their winning pieces at our Season Finale concert on June 14, 2025. Deadline for applications is February 5.First County Bank Maple Sugar FestStamford Museum & Nature Center, StamfordSunday Mar 2, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, join the for the , as they make our very own line of maple syrup from the 200+ mature maple trees found right here on our 118-acre campus. They’re one of only two official maple sugar producers in Fairfield County!The Great African Dance ExchangeWeston History & Culture Center, WestonSunday Mar 2, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmLearn about West African dance with your family! Get ready to move those feet. Jolyn will teach traditional dance steps and share her knowledge about dances from the West African country of Ghana. Too shy to dance? No problem! You can participate by playing traditional instruments during the program. Wear comfortable clothing.Sunday Player Piano SoireeStamford History Center, StamfordSunday Mar 2, 2:30 pm - 4:00 pmDon’t miss an afternoon of enchanting melodies and captivating rhythms as our historic player piano fills the air with delightful tunes chosen by YOU from our music rolls. Immerse yourself in the charm of vintage music, surrounded by our exhibit How the Upper Crust Lived the Gilded Age in Stamford.Sunday Smoke Show: Blue Flame | Live Band CabaretConnecticut Cigar Company, StamfordSunday Mar 2, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pmSpring is right around the corner, and Sunday Smoke Show: Blue Flame is turning up the heat with burlesque and vocals set to a live blues band. Join us for a night of sultry cabaret entertainment. The blue flame burns hottest. Sunday Smoke Show is a recurring cabaret revue in the newly refurbished cigar lounge, now with a full bar, at Connecticut Cigar Company in downtown Stamford, CT. Get up close and personal with the finest performers from Connecticut, New York City and elsewhere while enjoying craft cocktails and premium hand-rolled cigars in a warm, intimate space sure to raise the temperature till everyone boils over!See these and discover hundreds more events on the FCBUZZ EVENTS page at https://culturalalliancefc.org Sign up for the Cultural Alliance eBuzz to receive top picks and spotlights each week in your inbox.