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New Canaan Couple Launches Breast Protection Insert for Female Athletes

New Canaan Couple Launches Breast Protection Insert for Female Athletes

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By Donovan West | 3 hours ago

By Donovan West | 3 hours ago

Christian Murphy had no idea that sending a message of support to his close childhood friend from Australia would lead to a new passion in his life. The former A+E Global Media employee was looking through LinkedIn one day in 2023 when he came across the inspiring story of Suzie Betts, Christian Murphy recalled. “I hadn’t been in touch with [Betts] for a very long time, but saw that she had recently undergone multiple surgeries and biopsies to address what were non-cancerous but extremely painful lumps in her breasts,” Christian Murphy told NewCanaanite.com Monday during an interview at New Canaan Library. “Based on this experience, she had developed a product to protect other female athletes so they wouldn’t have to go through the same experiences that she did.”

He continued: “I really admired what [Betts] was trying to do.

Op-Ed: S.T.A.R. Five-Year Anniversary

As founder and CEO of Stand Together Against Racism (S.T.A.R.), I am deeply honored to celebrate our organization’s fifth anniversary—a milestone made possible by the unwavering support of the New Canaan community and our many partners.
‘Good Work Can Be Overlooked’: Letters of Appreciation for NCPD

The following letters of support for New Canaan Police officers were made public by Chief John DiFederico at the May 18 Police Commission meeting, held in Town Hall.
‘An Incredible Experience’: Birding Expert Leads Tour of Bristow Park Sanctuary

Frank Gallo crouched down and peered through the trees at Bristow Park on an overcast Friday morning, holding his strapped binoculars and wearing a hat that celebrates a biennial birding exploration he leads in Texas.
‘It’s Been a Lot of Fun’: NCHS Senior Internship Program in Full Swing

New Canaan High School senior Matthew Angilletta felt nervous coming into his internship with Trillium Architects—a Ridgefield-based boutique firm specializing in “Passive House”, “Net Zero,” and off-the-grid design of new homes, additions and renovations.
Letters to the Editor

NewCanaanite.com recently received the following letters to the editor.
Coffee’s on for Thursday

Join fellow residents and NewCanaanite.com editor Michael Dinan for the monthly Community Coffee, to be held 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 5 in the Jim & Dede Bartlett Auditorium at New Canaan Library.
‘A Fantastic Day’: New Canaan Dog Days Draws Hundreds to the Nature Center

Ryan Rossetter’s dog, a “double merle” border collie mix named Zero, was born blind and deaf.
Podcast: NCHS Grad Ted Grogan and NCPD Officer Jeff Deak

This week on 0684-Radi0, our free podcast (subscribe here in the iTunes Store), we talk to Ted Grogan—a 1988 New Canaan High School graduate who works as executive director of The Serenity Project, a nonprofit organization that uses equine therapy to help people who have suffered from all forms of trauma—and New Canaan Police Officer Jeff Deak, the school resource officer at NCHS.
Logan Road Colonial Sells for $2,435,000

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office.
Monsignor William J. Scheyd, 85

Monsignor William J. Scheyd, 85, died peacefully on May 28, surrounded by his family and friends at Catherine Dennis Keefe Queen of the Clergy Residence where he resided for the past nine years.
There & Then: ‘Zion on Clapboard Hill’—The New Canaan Shakers, 1810-1812

‘New Canaan There & Then’ is sponsored by Brown Harris Stevens Realtors Bettina Hegel, Joanne Santulli, Dawn Sterner and Pam Stutz.
Property Developer Details Proposal for New Hotel on Locust Avenue

Town officials on Tuesday night heard the pre-application presentation for a proposed new hotel on Locust Avenue, asking questions ranging from room pricing to the potential impact on traffic flow.
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Warrant: Man, 26, Stole McLaren Worth Approximately $250,000

New Canaan Police last week arrested a 26-year-old New Jersey man accused of stealing a high-end sports car belonging to a New Canaan resident, closing a four-year investigation into the theft.
The Grazing Ram: SAT Tutoring at NCHS Funded by NCCF Grant a Success

In the fall of 2024, New Canaan High School created an SAT tutoring program available to all students.
William Franklin Emmons Jr., 94

William Franklin Emmons Jr., a 49-year resident of New Canaan, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 3, 2025 in Charlotte, NC. (more…)

“Thank you for drawing attention to this important issue, Lars. As someone who works from a home office, the constant…”
— Parisa Howard on Op-Ed: ‘Hidden Costs’ of Gas Leaf Blowers
“Thanks for replying but I disagree that most people are not at home during the week. Our town has…”
— Lars Andersson on Op-Ed: ‘Hidden Costs’ of Gas Leaf Blowers
“We are lucky to have Frank! If you haven't gone on a birding walk yet, I highly recommend it.”
— Maria Magliacano on ‘An Incredible Experience’: Birding Expert Leads Tour of Bristow Park Sanctuary
“This project was approved some years ago, Michael. I'm sorry.”
— Michael Dinan on Town Imposes 90-Day Demolition Delay on New Canaan Country School Barn
“Donovan, Beautiful article! So glad you are working with Michael Dinan on this internship. It would seem…”
— Kirsten Gregorio on ‘An Incredible Experience’: Birding Expert Leads Tour of Bristow Park Sanctuary
“Having been raised nearby, I have repeatedly mentioned this extremely important intersection to deaf ears. I attended The Little…”
— Marcy D H McKee on Letters to the Editor
“As the former Assistant Headmaster and Upper School head at NCCS (1976-2004), I am vigorously opposed to meddling with this…”
— Michael McNaught on Town Imposes 90-Day Demolition Delay on New Canaan Country School Barn
“Monsignor Scheyd was the celebrant at the St A’s Christmas Mass we attended last year. He delivered a wonderful Christmas…”
— Tom Cassidy on Monsignor William J. Scheyd, 85
“A perfect day for the dogs and the pet parents! Fun write up to learn of all this joy.…”
— Lillian Toll on ‘A Fantastic Day’: New Canaan Dog Days Draws Hundreds to the Nature Center
“Msgr. Scheyd married us and was a delightful instructor for pre-Cana aside from being a dedicated pastor. He showed great…”
— Erik Scott on Monsignor William J. Scheyd, 85
“Absolutely not! I live on Locust Avenue, I have no idea how a structure of this size could possibly be…”
— Elizabeth Derivan on Property Developer Details Proposal for New Hotel on Locust Avenue
“The Roger Sherman Inn has been hanging on by a nail. This would be the final blow to our lovely…”
— Regina Walsh on Property Developer Details Proposal for New Hotel on Locust Avenue
“The new hotel will be a great complement to the new Playhouse, The Glass House, sporting events and programs that…”
— Joseph D Palo on Property Developer Details Proposal for New Hotel on Locust Avenue
“Rick was a great guy.. always so kind and friendly.. life long obsessed fellow Mets fan who was always willing…”
— Nicholas DiMuzio on Richard Anthony Franco, Jr., 74
“I met Keith at the NC Mens club in January 2023. He and his buddy Rico were very welcoming…”
— Phil Evensen on Keith Stanton Richey, 71
“Mrs. White was always elegant and always interested in the person in front of her. It was a pleasure…”
— Susan Baker on Barbara White, 1925-2025
“I see a lot of value to our town here. I love Roger Sherman Inn, yet it has a small…”
— Joyce Solano on Property Developer Details Proposal for New Hotel on Locust Avenue
“Thanks, Lars, for the well-written article. These issues keep coming up and are prominent on the "Next Door" forums…”
— Tom Little on Op-Ed: ‘Hidden Costs’ of Gas Leaf Blowers
“"Loom factor" is a made up thing by people who want to say no to everything. There are *maybe*…”
— Kevin Smith on Property Developer Details Proposal for New Hotel on Locust Avenue

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