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By Michael Dinan | 2 hours ago

As it does for so many, cancer touches Silvana Freeland personally.

A volunteer firefighter with New Canaan Fire Co. No. 1 for more than three years, Freeland lost her great aunt Lina “Lele” Aversa to breast cancer.

“Breast cancer in particular is a cause that hits close to home for me,” Freeland told NewCanaanite.com. “It’s something that has always had a personal connection for me.”

So Freeland, who currently serves as vice president of the fire company, in 2023 launched a T-shirt fundraiser to bring awareness to the disease.

Warrant: Surveillance Video, Cell Phone Data Show Man, 28, Stealing Backpack from NCHS Track

New Canaan Police on Aug.
New Canaan Fire Marshal: Fire Pit Safety

[Paul Payne is New Canaan’s fire marshal.] Enjoying a fire outdoors can be a wonderful way to gather with family and friends, but even a small fire can become dangerous when conditions or safety practices are overlooked.
‘I Have Lived in NC Since 1973’: Parking Ticket Appeals

The following appeals were recently filed with the Parking Department.
New Canaan Man, 23, Charged with Disorderly Conduct

Police on Aug.
Down River Road Cape Sells for $1.4 Million

The following property transfer(s) were recorded recently in the Town Clerk’s office.
Letter to the Editor

NewCanaanite.com recently received the following letter.
Podcast: Refurbished Organ at First Presbyterian Church

In this installment of 0684-Radi0, our free podcast (subscribe here in the iTunes Store), we talk to Terence Flanagan, director of music and fine arts at First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan.
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Man Who Tripped and Fell Along Oenoke Ridge To Sue Town, State

A man who fractured his ribs in a fall while walking back to his car during May Fair this year intends to sue the town, according to a statutory notice filed Aug.
Two NCHS Juniors Take the Helm at ‘Study Buddies’ Tutoring Service [Q&A]

New Canaan High School juniors Sophia Cantu and Priti Mathur have taken the helm at Study Buddies, a tutoring service launched two years ago by NCHS students (here on Instagram).
Divided Commission Voids $30 Parking Ticket for Norwalk Woman Unaware of Change Downtown

The Summer Internship Program is sponsored by Karp Associates.
Letters of Appreciation for New Canaan Police

New Canaan Police Department Chief John DiFederico shared the following letters of appreciation for officers at a recent Police Commission meeting.
NCPS Adds Kindergarten Section at West, First Grade at South As School Year Gets Underway

Despite a last-minute resignation in the World Language Department, New Canaan Public Schools managed to fill all certified positions in the district prior to the start of the academic year, officials say.
Warrant: New Canaan Woman, 40, Charged with Assault of Public Safety Personnel

[Note: The mention of transmitting contagious illnesses in this article does not mean that Noell actually has those illnesses.] New Canaan Police on Aug.
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, Sept.
‘The Tot Spot’ Founder Barbara Skibitcky Closes After 37 Years, Leaving Behind a Beloved New Canaan Institution

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“When your first "fact" is wrong, it calls into question everything else. Waveny is a non-profit”
— Dave Hunt on Letter to the Editor
“I went to Westport this weekend to get a book at Barnes & Noble. No meters. Free parking.”
— Jeffrey Cohen on ‘I Have Lived in NC Since 1973’: Parking Ticket Appeals
“It really is disgraceful that our once adorable town has turned into this. ( Parking is just one of the…”
— Elena Schlegel on ‘I Have Lived in NC Since 1973’: Parking Ticket Appeals
“I'm with Toddy. I knew there was pushback but faking imagery to foment fear is not the way to dissent.”
— Deborah Shaw on Letter to the Editor
“Anyone have thoughts on a good way to remind people that if you live somewhere, you really have to know…”
— Deborah Shaw on ‘I Have Lived in NC Since 1973’: Parking Ticket Appeals
“Thank you Roy encore un fois for your to the point insightfulness. Lack of transparency secret meetings are an insult…”
— Marcy D H McKee on Letter to the Editor
“Excellent presentation of facts and clear analysis. Thank you.”
— Toddy Turrentine on Letter to the Editor
“Cannot even believe this town is wasting citizens time and energy making us protest paving over our parkland, and for…”
— Jill LaGattuta on Letter to the Editor
“Mr. Berardino asks residents to "stick to the facts." I agree. Here they are. 1.…”
— Jennifer Holme on Letter to the Editor
“And who are you and your cohorts to try and rob our park land ignoring the deed restrictions. Holding secret…”
— Roy Abramowitz on Letter to the Editor
“Aaaaaaand this thread is closed Thanks all”
— Michael Dinan on Waveny LifeCare Network Unveils Proposal for 150-Unit Senior Living Community at ‘Mulch Pile’ Site
“There is an old boys network funding Waveny Lifecare Network with up to 150 million dollars. They are trying…”
— Jane Delano on Waveny LifeCare Network Unveils Proposal for 150-Unit Senior Living Community at ‘Mulch Pile’ Site
“Are the town officials attempting to go around the Rule established in Mrs. Lloyd's gift of Waveny? Parcel E is…”
— Regina Walsh on Waveny LifeCare Network Unveils Proposal for 150-Unit Senior Living Community at ‘Mulch Pile’ Site
“It's great to hear they refurbished the pipe organ for the sacred music. Sadly some churches have taken them…”
— Thomas Little on Podcast: Refurbished Organ at First Presbyterian Church
“Amazing initiative!”
— Christa Kenin on Two NCHS Juniors Take the Helm at ‘Study Buddies’ Tutoring Service [Q&A]
“Staying Put is just one more reason why we are so lucky to live in a community like New Canaan.…”
— Diane Knetzger on Letter to the Editor
“My son was there beginning in 1995. I had a busy life with 4 young children and Miss Barbara provided…”
— Martha Connolly on ‘The Tot Spot’ Founder Barbara Skibitcky Closes After 37 Years, Leaving Behind a Beloved New Canaan Institution
“My son was one of Barbara’s early children in 1989. He lovingly called her “Binky”. Thank you Barbara…”
— Meg Leo on ‘The Tot Spot’ Founder Barbara Skibitcky Closes After 37 Years, Leaving Behind a Beloved New Canaan Institution
“Like so many others we love Miss Barbara. Our grand niece Palmer was fortunate enough to be in her final…”
— Jill Olthoff on ‘The Tot Spot’ Founder Barbara Skibitcky Closes After 37 Years, Leaving Behind a Beloved New Canaan Institution

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