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‘An Exceptional Level of Commitment’: NCPD Honors Officers, Citizens

‘An Exceptional Level of Commitment’: NCPD Honors Officers, Citizens

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By Valentina Baldini | June 26, 2025

By Valentina Baldini | June 26, 2025

[The NewCanaanite.com Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates.]

The New Canaan Police Department honored 12 officers, two sergeants and two lieutenants in an awards ceremony, held Thursday morning inside the agency’s newly renovated headquarters. Town residents who helped in some incidents were also presented with awards.

The Police Department gave out seven awards in total, including Unit Citation awards, Firearm Proficiency awards, Physical Fitness awards, Medical Awards, Meritorious Duty awards, the Civilian Award of Excellence, and the prestigious Stephen W. Wood Officer of the Year Award.

New Canaan There & Then: The Telephone Comes to Town

‘New Canaan There & Then’ is sponsored by Brown Harris Stevens Realtors Bettina Hegel, Joanne Santulli, Dawn Sterner and Pam Stutz.
‘We Are Really Grateful’: Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant To Open Next Week

[The NewCanaanite.com Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates.] After months of anticipation, the owners of Dolce Café are opening a new authentic Italian restaurant on Elm Street. Lombardi’s Ristorante & Bar at 32 Elm St.
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‘It Only Took 15 Minutes To Get the First Complaint’: South Avenue Closure Underway

[The NewCanaanite.com Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates.] The summer-long closure of a major north-south artery into New Canaan is off to a so-so start, officials said Tuesday.
Pastures Lane Neighbors Sue Town for Failure to Enforce Zoning Regulations

Neighbors of a Pastures Lane property this month sued the town, saying the municipality has failed to enforce its own Zoning Regulations with respect to a residence on the dead-end road.
Elizabeth Marx Michels, 53

Elizabeth Marx Michels died on June 15, surrounded by family after a hard fought battle with cancer which she faced with an immense amount of courage and fortitude.
‘Core Burn Pilates’ Plans to Open on Elm Street

[The NewCanaanite.com Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates.] Core Burn Pilates, a boutique studio, is planning to open a location in New Canaan this summer.
Meet NewCanaanite.com Summer Intern Valentina Baldini [Q&A]

Our summer intern, rising New Canaan High School senior Valentina Baldini, starts this week.
New Canaan Man Charged with DUI After Crash

Police last week arrested a 57-year-old New Canaan man and charged him with driving under the influence.
Lenore Schneider, 77

Ann Lenore Schneider passed away peacefully on June 2nd after a three-year battle with ovarian cancer.
Op-Ed: Budget Surplus Used to Reduce Taxes

[Todd Lavieri is chair of the New Canaan Board of Finance.] The Town of New Canaan Board of Finance completed the budget process earlier this month for Fiscal Year 2026 that begins next week on July 1st.
PHOTOS: Caffeine & Carburetors Comes to Downtown New Canaan on Sunday

Thousands of car-lovers packed into New Canaan on Sunday morning for this year’s downtown installment of “Caffeine & Carburetors.” (more…)
Gulf Station Property Sells for $5 Million

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office.
NCHS Honors, High Honors 4th Quarter

What follows are the Honors and High Honors rolls for New Canaan High School for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 academic year.
Water Company’s Summer-Long Closure of South Avenue Starts Monday

The dreaded closure of South Avenue starts Monday, town officials say.
Police Seek Help ID’ing Cyclist

New Canaan Police are seeking help from the public in identifying a cyclist who suffered from a medical emergency Tuesday night.

“What I wish to note is how Charlie Morton auctioned the old telephone building on Main Street that sat vacant…”
— Jack Trifero on New Canaan There & Then: The Telephone Comes to Town
“The very best of teachers at New Canaan HS. Prayers from the Jandovitz family! RIP.”
— Jandovitz family on Lenore Schneider, 77
“I could not agree with this sentiment more. I was fortunate enough to take AP European History with Dr. Schneider…”
— Rebecca Brown on Lenore Schneider, 77
“The moment we have been waiting for! Our family is so excited for this! Auguri!!!”
— Monica Capela on ‘We Are Really Grateful’: Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant To Open Next Week
“It seems that not too long ago South Avenue was restored and paved back to what it needed to be,…”
— Joe Berta on Water Company’s Summer-Long Closure of South Avenue Starts Monday
“We are excited too! Long time coming! Can't wait to try it on the "soft" or "full" opening! "Alla…”
— Erik Scott on ‘We Are Really Grateful’: Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant To Open Next Week
“I remember when you just had to dial the last four numbers of an in town phone number to complete…”
— Thomas Little on New Canaan There & Then: The Telephone Comes to Town
“Love these little histories of local landmarks. Thank you Brown Harris Stevens agents for sponsoring these stories.”
— Chris Le Bris on New Canaan There & Then: The Telephone Comes to Town
“Really excited for the Lombardi brothers, and for New Canaan. For anyone who enjoys the intimate and authentic experience of…”
— John Engel on ‘We Are Really Grateful’: Lombardi’s Italian Restaurant To Open Next Week
“Just finished reading ‘The Phantom of Fifth Avenue’ by Meryl Gordon. What a fascinating story. If her father…”
— Felicia Castricone on New Canaan Now & Then: ‘Le Beau Chateau’ (the Huguette Clark Estate)
“I’m so very sorry to read of Elizabeth’s passing. She was so much fun to partner with in tennis and…”
— Suzanne Jonker on Elizabeth Marx Michels, 53
“I can’t wait to read your pieces Valentina. I know you will bring an interesting fresh perspective and our family…”
— Julia Stewart on Meet NewCanaanite.com Summer Intern Valentina Baldini [Q&A]
“Please note that a NCSF scholarship has been set up in her memory.”
— Michael Dinan on Lenore Schneider, 77
“The "Town Council" meeting and the discussion of the issue from last week is on "Youtube": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4Bh7FvSff0&t=8933s”
— Thomas Little on Town Council Committee Discusses Next Steps Regarding Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
“Lenore, our cottage tenant in the 1980s, was quiet and unassuming, with a dogged curiosity and appreciation of the world…”
— Peter Hanson on Lenore Schneider, 77
“Dr. Schneider was the best teacher I ever had at NCPS (hands down, zero competition)—she even outshined most of my…”
— Susan Gelvin on Lenore Schneider, 77
“Good point Tom, there's no need to re-invent the wheel.”
— Lars Andersson on Town Council Committee Discusses Next Steps Regarding Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers
“Thank you tothe Board of Finance and I’m grateful for the bold and thoughtful leadership of Todd Lavieri. We are…”
— Paul McCurdy on Op-Ed: Budget Surplus Used to Reduce Taxes
“Bravo, Todd! And thank you to the entire Board of Finance for all your efforts.”
— Phil Hogan on Op-Ed: Budget Surplus Used to Reduce Taxes

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