Eversource: 500+ New Canaan Customers without Power on Sunday Afternoon [PHOTOS, UPDATING]

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By Michael Dinan | 5 hours ago

More than 500 New Canaan customers of Eversource remained without power at 1:45 p.m. Sunday as a Nor’Easter that pounded the shoreline starting Friday also brought down branches and utility lines in town.

Old Norwalk Road Home Sells for $1.5 Million

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office.
Gretchen Schafer Scott, 86

Gretchen Schafer Scott—dear wife, loving mother, devoted grandmother, and caring friend to many—passed away in Savannah, Georgia, on September 12, 2026.
Letter to the Editor

NewCanaanite.com recently received the following letter.
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Julia Paige Martocchio, 31

Julia Paige Martocchio, age 31, passed away peacefully at her New Canaan, CT home on September 22, 2026, embraced by her loving family and caregivers.
Election 2026: Letters of Endorsement

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‘It’s Been Really Exciting’: Calibrate Physical Therapy Opens on Park Street

Jonathan Filipe, a physical therapist and athletic trainer, was working in concierge medicine for a health and research institute when the idea for a new type of business came to him.
NCHS ‘Senior Internship Program’ Seeks Host Sites [Q&A]

New Canaan High School’s hugely popular program that places students in local and area businesses and organizations for an internship for the last few weeks of their senior year is seeking host sites.
Letter to the Editor

NewCanaanite.com recently received the following letter.
Podcast: CT Stage Company’s ‘My Fair Lady’ Coming to New Canaan Library

In this installment of 0684-Radi0, our free podcast (subscribe here in the iTunes Store), we talk to Connecticut Stage Company co-founders Lorah Haskins and Kate Simone.
Town To Redo East Avenue Sidewalks; Seeking State Grant on Estimated $1 Million Project

Town officials on Tuesday approved funds to kickstart improvements to the deteriorating East Avenue sidewalk that runs from downtown New Canaan to Route 123.
Police Order Quarantine After Dog-on-Dog Bite at Waveny

A Stamford dog finished a home quarantine ordered by New Canaan Police last week after receiving a complaint that the animal bit another canine at Waveny Park, records show.
Town To Designate New ‘School Zone’; Changes To Speed Limits During Drop-Off and Pickup Hours

Town officials are seeking state approval to designate parts of four roads in New Canaan as part of a new “School Zone” and to reduce the speed limit on three of those roads.
Warrant: Man, 33, Stole and Crashed Vehicle Head-On, Causing Car Fire

New Canaan Police on Aug.
Letter to the Editor

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TNAS ‘Arts Bash’ Set for Thursday [Q&A]

Launched five years ago to bring free art and music education to underserved children, The Norwalk Art Space or ‘TNAS’ includes a studio and exhibition floor and features not only instruction but also a top-notch café that’s popular among New Canaanites, and community and private events. Located at 455 West Ave.

“Amanda, I am soooo sorry for your loss. Julia was precious. Beth Nash”
— Lizbeth Nash on Julia Paige Martocchio, 31
“It is a joy to remember Juila attending shows at the Summer Theatre of New Canaan over the past twenty…”
— Ed & Melody Libonati on Julia Paige Martocchio, 31
“To Julia’s Family: Words cannot even begin to describe how am so deeply sorry I am for your precious loss.…”
— Tess MacKenzie on Julia Paige Martocchio, 31
“She was a beautiful gem! So joyous! I loved getting her hugs!”
— Meredith Bach on Julia Paige Martocchio, 31
“Julia was a beautiful angel, full of joy. Her smiles and kisses were indeed infectious, and the way…”
— Jennifer Zonis on Julia Paige Martocchio, 31
“I knew St. Mark's had collaborations with Planet New Canaan, but had no idea about the Gospel Garden nor the…”
— Deborah Shaw on Letter to the Editor
“Since I've never heard of any dangerous incidents around these schools, I assume this is another nonsensical attempt at traffic…”
— Avinash Phillips on Town To Designate New ‘School Zone’; Changes To Speed Limits During Drop-Off and Pickup Hours
“this was such an awesome event. I brought my three kids and it was so comfortable and well done for…”
— Andrea MacGilpin on Letter to the Editor
“A truly amazing event that I hope runs every year!! How lucky are we to have Michael and his talented…”
— Kristi Lebovitz on Letter to the Editor
“Perhaps the Town can also consider using Speed Cameras to enforce the new rules.”
— Corey Whitman on Town To Designate New ‘School Zone’; Changes To Speed Limits During Drop-Off and Pickup Hours
“The police report didn’t say, though all dogs who are registered to use Spencer‘s Run are required to be vaccinated,…”
— Michael Dinan on Police Order Quarantine After Dog-on-Dog Bite at Waveny
“How about a little more attention to the remaining bad areas in the center of town, like the stretch of…”
— Joseph E Leo on Town To Redo East Avenue Sidewalks; Seeking State Grant on Estimated $1 Million Project
“Was Gunther vaccinated for rabies?”
— Mary Anne Franco on Police Order Quarantine After Dog-on-Dog Bite at Waveny
“Like everyone says here, it really was a magical night. We went to see the Parkway Ramblers but fell in…”
— Scott Paul on Letter to the Editor
“Thanks everyone for all the feedback! It’s an honor for my hardworking and talented team of fellow New Canaanite's to…”
— Michael-Louis Smith on Letter to the Editor
“Kudos to Michael-Louis Smith. The event was well run and the focus on local artists was great. I especially enjoyed…”
— William Butler on Letter to the Editor
“The First annual NCMF was produced and executed brilliantly. Moms, dads and all the kids! Something for everyone musically…”
— Peter Bush on Letter to the Editor
“What an amazing day! It was a great vibe! People of all ages coming together through music appreciation and…”
— Sue Powers on Letter to the Editor
“The Music Festival at the Nature Center was a great success. My husband and son in law stayed until the…”
— Regina Walsh on Letter to the Editor

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