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By Michael Dinan | 16 hours ago

This week on 0684-Radi0, our free podcast (subscribe here in the iTunes Store), we interview 1965 New Canaan High School graduate Sperry DeCew. It’s the fourth installment of our “New Canaan Lifers” series, profiling longtime residents of the town. Here are recent episodes of 0684-Radi0:

New Canaan Fire Department Introduces ‘Community Connect’ To Improve Resident Safety

The New Canaan Fire Department has announced the launch of a new digital system called ‘Community Connect,’ which allows residents to save personal information that may be vital for first responders during an emergency. (more…)
Four-Townhouse Development Planned for South Avenue

The New Canaan Building Department between April 9 and 16 received applications to build four townhouses on South Avenue.
‘New Canaan Pops In The Park’ Set for June 8 [Q&A]

Launched by locals just a few short years ago, New Canaan Pops in the Park is rapidly developing into a signature summertime event at Waveny.
Officials: Lukes Wood Road Fire Likely Caused by Faulty Electrical Device; Free Fire Safety Inspections Available

Sunday’s residential fire on Lukes Wood Road likely was caused by a faulty electrical device, officials say.
Virginia Kip Farrell, 93

Virginia Kip Farrell passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Gas Leak at Restaurant Halts Business Downtown on Friday Evening

A building in the center of downtown New Canaan was evacuated Friday evening following reports of a gas leak, officials say.
Warrant Details New Canaan Man’s Domestic Violence

New Canaan Police on April 28 arrested a 34-year-old Forest Street man by warrant after his ex-girlfriend detailed months of violent abuse, providing text message screenshots as proof.
New Canaan Fire Marshal: Grilling Safety

Outdoor grilling remains one of the most popular ways to cook food.
Firefighters Put Out Lukes Wood Road Fire Sunday Night

New Canaan firefighters put out a blaze at a Lukes Wood Road home Sunday night, officials say.
Editorial: My First May Fair ‘Date’ [PHOTOS]

It was Eric Rehnberg who crossed over most successfully in third grade, our first year at East School.
New Construction on Charter Oak Drive Sells for $5.6 Million

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office.
‘Doppio’ Italian Restaurant To Open on Main Street

A New Canaan resident with a successful restaurant in Greenwich is planning to open a second location on Main Street this summer.
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Brown Harris Stevens Realtors Sponsor ‘New Canaan There & Then’ Local History Feature

May 9, 2025—NewCanaanite.com today announced Brown Harris Stevens Realtors Joanne Santulli, Bettina Hegel, Dawn Sterner and Pam Stutz as sponsors of the local history feature “New Canaan There & Then,” written by the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society.
‘A Beautiful Facility’: Officials Cut Ribbon on ‘Coppo Field,’ New Home of NCHS Varsity Baseball

Hundreds of New Canaan Baseball players of all ages, family, friends and supporters gathered at the new Coppo Field on Wednesday afternoon for a ribbon-cutting and inaugural game at the widely anticipated facility in Waveny.
Town Approves $195,000 Contract To Dredge Pond at Nature Center

Town officials this week approved an approximately $195,000 contract to dredge a pond at the New Canaan Nature Center.

“What guarantees does the public have that the system is secure? Has anyone considered the ramifications to the public…”
— Thomas Sill on New Canaan Fire Department Introduces ‘Community Connect’ To Improve Resident Safety
“Like the reference to Karl, Stewart & Franco families! Glad to "hear" from you, Sperry -”
— Lynette Chivvis on Podcast: New Canaan ‘Lifer’ Sperry DeCew
“Disgusting! Reeks of urban sprawl! The charm of South Ave has been slowly eroding away.”
— Avinash Phillips on Four-Townhouse Development Planned for South Avenue
“Great interview Mike. Glad I know that DeCew guy !!!”
— Jenny Esposito on Podcast: New Canaan ‘Lifer’ Sperry DeCew
“Is this even legal to build on .54 acres. I can only hope this is turn down by…”
— Gary D Okeeffe on Four-Townhouse Development Planned for South Avenue
“This makes me SO HAPPY. Izumi is truly a gem! Full credit for the discovery belongs to Robin Bates-Mason and…”
— Laura Ault on Who Knew: Secrets, Sushi, and Secret Sushi
“Oh wow… thank you so much for this note! It brings me joy to be able to point people to…”
— Laura Ault on Who Knew: Secrets, Sushi, and Secret Sushi
“Any idea what the original address to the house was when it was built in 1955? I doubt that it…”
— Howie Kay on Proposal in Works To Make Celebrated ‘Noyes House’ in New Canaan Publicly Available
“May not answer all of the safety related questions but our educational resource page is a good start. https://www.newcanaan.info/public_safety/education_center/education_resources.php#outer-4695”
— Albe Bassett on Officials: Lukes Wood Road Fire Likely Caused by Faulty Electrical Device; Free Fire Safety Inspections Available
“Thank you so much for this wonderful article! We’re truly grateful for the kind words and for taking the time…”
— Izumi Cafe on Who Knew: Secrets, Sushi, and Secret Sushi
“Kip was such a lovely, sunny, kind woman. I knew her for more than 20 years and had no idea…”
— Jennifer Van de Graaf on Virginia Kip Farrell, 93
“Kip was a wonderful person. I salute her for her great work with perservation. She…”
— Janet Lindstrom on Virginia Kip Farrell, 93
“Kip was a truly wonderful person—so incredibly sweet and kind. My deepest condolences to Mike and the entire family. Her…”
— Robin Bates-Mason on Virginia Kip Farrell, 93
“I'd love the NCFD to publish in the paper(s) basics to look out for. E.g., what to look for in…”
— Erik Scott on Officials: Lukes Wood Road Fire Likely Caused by Faulty Electrical Device; Free Fire Safety Inspections Available
“My husband and I first met Kip when she was doing her barn research and stopped by our house.…”
— Margaret Cooper on Virginia Kip Farrell, 93
“Kip made a huge contribution to the New Canaan landscape that we enjoy today by working to save the many…”
— Keith Simpson on Virginia Kip Farrell, 93
“Very enjoyable article about the May Fair and your experience. The May Fair represents everything that makes New Canaan…”
— Keith Richey on Editorial: My First May Fair ‘Date’ [PHOTOS]
“Kip's ode "Thank You New Canaan" is a timeless shout out to a friendly town and community where everyone is…”
— Chris Schipper on Virginia Kip Farrell, 93
“Your ability to bring it all alive for your readers really shines in this article. Great piece and I think…”
— Kessa Schaeffer on Editorial: My First May Fair ‘Date’ [PHOTOS]

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