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By Michael Dinan | 6 mins ago

Municipal officials on Tuesday approved a $14,500 contract with a New Haven-based engineering firm to advance the town’s plans for fixing a major traffic problem in New Canaan.

Our schools are at risk of having services reduced by a Board of Finance proposed budget cut of $2 million-plus. Many of you have moved to New Canaan just in the past five years. Others have enjoyed many years in this wonderful town.

New Construction Planned for Pocconock Trail

The municipal Building Department on Feb.
Letter to the Editor

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‘We Are Listening’: Talking Parking with the First Selectman [Q&A]

The changes to parking in downtown New Canaan—where the one-way stretch of Elm Street and part of South Avenue are now paid, while the entire Park Street Lot is now free—went into effect in October.
New Canaan Man, 50, Charged with Disorderly Conduct

New Canaan Police on Feb.
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Jane Magrino Tolman, 1965-2026

Jane Magrino Tolman, a daughter, sister, wife, veteran journalist and loyal friend died Sunday, Feb.
West Hills Road Home Sells for $3.1 Million

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office.
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Thomas Garrett Flynn, MD

Dr. Thomas G. Flynn, 96, of New Canaan, Connecticut passed away peacefully on February 21st, 2026, with family by his side.
New Canaan Animal Shelter Offline After Fire on Friday

New Canaan’s animal shelter is out-of-use following a fire last week, officials say.
Warrant: Home Care Worker Stole Checks from Elderly New Canaan Woman

New Canaan Police on Feb.
PHOTOS: New Canaan Train Service Halted After Crash at Richmond Hill Road [UPDATED]

Update 8 p.m. Wednesday Metro-North Railroad said it is "running limited trains" on the New Canaan branch line "as the accident is cleared at Richmond Hill Road and repairs are made to the crossing."
CT Stage Co’s ‘Broadway Concert Series’ Launches March 7 [Q&A]

New Canaan-founded nonprofit Connecticut Stage Company is launching its Broadway Concert Series with a one-night-only inaugural concert.
Warrant: DUI Charge for Man, 23, Found Asleep at Wheel

New Canaan Police on Feb.

“As an alumni of New Canaan, a teacher, as well as a resident and parent of two children in New…”
— Lauren Samuels on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“A more business-friendly solution to improve flow on Elm Street would have been to make ALL parking free. Reduce…”
— Gabriela Beecher on ‘We Are Listening’: Talking Parking with the First Selectman [Q&A]
“MIXED FEED BACK? i I do not know any stores who are happy with the decrease in foot traffic. The…”
— Wendy Probert on ‘We Are Listening’: Talking Parking with the First Selectman [Q&A]
“I was replying to an outlandish suggestion (that retired seniors should be exempt from school tax) with an outlandish response…”
— Jessica Bermingham on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“I just googled USN&WR high school rankings for 2025-2026: https://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/connecticut/districts/new-canaan-school-district/new-canaan-high-school-4491 New Canaan High School…”
— Betty J. Lovastik on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“I totally agree there are many reasons to live in NC! I was replying to the last line in Roy's…”
— Jessica Heiss on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“I would like to see checks and balances implemented in New Canaan government and the budget for the Board of…”
— Denise Luccarelli on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“I do Micheal: I am a senior. Paid New Canaan real estate and car tax for 29 years. No child…”
— Roy Abramowitz on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“Notice how these developers live in shoulder communities. The recent project this new interloper/developer did was on Hope…”
— Marie Colon on Affordable Housing: 14-Unit Apartment Building Planned for Parade Hill Road
“Elm Street is one of the town’s Crown Jewels. It’s what sets New Canaan apart from other towns. We should…”
— Gunnar Edelstein on ‘We Are Listening’: Talking Parking with the First Selectman [Q&A]
“I am an alumni parent — yeah, yeah, okay a senior — who fully supports the BOE budget. At the…”
— Jane Himmel on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“Hi - what are the days and hours that paid parking will be required on Elm Street? Thank you.”
— Michelle Gartland on ‘We Are Listening’: Talking Parking with the First Selectman [Q&A]
“Well, Ms Bermingham, have you considered that many of these retired seniors have educated their children in NC,…”
— Lillian Toll on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“Well, Arnold, I’m mighty honored that you took a break from diving, Scrooge McDuck style, headfirst into your pool filled…”
— Laura Ault on Letter to the Editor
“I don't see her comment as attacking anyone. I hear her saying that New Canaan's strong schools have boosted home…”
— Michael Dinan on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“Laura— with your well written comments I personally understand you are not a fan of gas leaf blowers and my…”
— Arnold Karp on Letter to the Editor
“No, I’m not “anti-seniors” (insert eyeroll). I think most seniors respect the symbiotic relationship between our great schools and our…”
— Jessica Bermingham on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“Wow, Ms. Bermingham, that's cruel. I've lived here for 30 years without children. What you just said is like a…”
— Regina Walsh on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education
“Thank you. Well said !”
— Roy A Abramowitz on Op-Ed: Attention Young Families, from the Board of Education

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