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Association Of Retired Teachers Backs Molgano In Stamford House Race Association Of Retired Teachers Backs Molgano In Stamford House Race
Association Of Retired Teachers Backs Molgano In Stamford House Race STAMFORD, Conn. – The Association of Retired Teachers of Connecticut has endorsed two-term incumbent state Rep. Michael Molgano (R-Stamford) for re-election to his 144th District seat. The Association of Retired Teachers of Connecticut is a nonprofit organization of retired teachers that represent 16,000 members/affiliates and advocate for 33,000 retired Conneticut teachers. “I was honored to receive the support from the Association of Retired Teachers of Connecticut. As retired educators, they offer a unique perspective on the problems our educational system in Connecticut is facing. T…

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Events
Silver Lining Health Aging Fair Oct. 30 At Hudson Valley HC Silver Lining Health Aging Fair Oct. 30 At Hudson Valley HC
Silver Lining Health Aging Fair Oct. 30 At Hudson Valley HC CORTLANDT, N.Y. – Hudson Valley Hospital Center will hold an Interactive Health Fair for seniors and their families from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Oct. 30 in the hospital lobby. Nurses will teach families how to look for the “silver lining” in aging. Hudson Valley Hospital Center is hosting a unique kind of health fair: one that illustrates, in an interactive way, what it’s like to get old and what we can do to help older adults – who are living longer - maintain their quality of life. “The Silver Lining Health Aging Fair” from 9 a.m. to noon in the lobby of the hospital at 1980 Crompond…

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News
Rally Held Against Proposed Pipeline Rally Held Against Proposed Pipeline
Rally Held Against Proposed Pipeline PEEKSKILL, N.Y. – On Saturday, Oct. 25, a coalition of citizens groups held a rally in Peekskill's Pugsley Park to call attention to the proposed Algonquin pipeline expansion that would cut through Rockland, Westchester and Putnam counties on its route from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts. Fearing loss of property to eminent domain and environmental impacts, more than 100 people gathered at the rally hosted by Reynolds Hills, Concerned Peekskill Residents, Keep Yorktown Safe and Stop the Algonquin Pipeline Expansion. They were opposing Spectra's proposed 42-inch diameter high-pressure natura…

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Westport Hosts Domestic Violence Awareness Activities Westport Hosts Domestic Violence Awareness Activities
Westport Hosts Domestic Violence Awareness Activities WESTPORT, Conn. – First Selectman Jim Marpe announced Wednesday that activities relating to Domestic Violence Awareness Month will culminate in a proclamation ceremony at Town Hall on Oct. 30 at 1:00 p.m. The public is invited. Domestic violence is a serious crime that each year affects more than four million Americans of all races, ages, gender and income levels. One in three Americans has witnessed an incident of domestic violence. On Tuesday, Oct. 28, members of the Westport Domestic Violence Task Force tied purple ribbons along Main Street and the Police Department will be handing o…

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Business
IBM In Armonk Named A Leader In Business Intelligence IBM In Armonk Named A Leader In Business Intelligence
IBM In Armonk Named A Leader In Business Intelligence ARMONK, N.Y. – IBM announced Forrester Research Inc. recognized its Business Analytics & Strategy consulting practice as a leader in business intelligence services and placed it among vendors who have the industry's most mature, broad and global analytics services. Forrester also noted that “IBM maintains a breadth and depth of expertise few providers can match.” The report, “Forrester Wave™: Business Intelligence (BI) Service Providers, Q4 2014,” analyzes the most significant business intelligence services firms worldwide. IBM “received high scores for its capabilities across a breadt…

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Events
Sherlock Holmes Now On Stage In Stamford Sherlock Holmes Now On Stage In Stamford
Sherlock Holmes Now On Stage In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. –  Through Sunday, Nov. 15, “Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of The Suicide Club” will be playing on Curtain Call’s Dressing Room Theatre Stage. Columbo, Jessica Fletcher and Miss Marple may be some famous detective names that quickly come to mind, but around the globe, the best-known detective of all time is Sherlock Holmes. Performances of “Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of The Suicide Club” will play Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 pm at The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave. in Stamford. Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm will also be offered. Seating …

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Politics
GOP Criticizes Cook-Littman’s Appearance In Anti-Vaccine Film GOP Criticizes Cook-Littman’s Appearance In Anti-Vaccine Film
GOP Criticizes Cook-Littman’s Appearance In Anti-Vaccine Film FAIRFIELD, Conn.  – State Representative candidate Tara Cook-Littman has made an appearance in the controversial independent film ‘Bought’ which advocates against vaccinating children, claiming that vaccines are dangerous, and can cause disorders such as autism, and suggests that pharmaceutical companies are driven by greed and essentially buying off the government to sell life-saving vaccines. “This appearance in a film that is essentially an anti-vaccine propaganda piece is alarming, and it questions Ms. Cook-Littman’s ability to be an objective elected legislator who is charged with pro…

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Neighbors
Westport's Smart Kids With Learning Disabilities Launches Contest Westport's Smart Kids With Learning Disabilities Launches Contest
Westport's Smart Kids With Learning Disabilities Launches Contest WESTPORT, Conn. – Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities, a Westport-based nonprofit organization, announces the 2015 Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Award Contest, a nationwide recognition for students 19 or younger with learning disabilities or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.  The $1,000 award will be made to a student who demonstrates talent and determination resulting in a notable accomplishment in any field including art, music, math, athletics, or community service. Honorable mentions will also be awarded. The 2015 award will be presented at the organization’s annual be…

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Politics
Fawcett Endorsed By Sierra Club In Fairfield Senate Race Fawcett Endorsed By Sierra Club In Fairfield Senate Race
Fawcett Endorsed By Sierra Club In Fairfield Senate Race FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. – Kim Fawcett has received the Sierra Club's endorsement for her candidacy for State Senate District 28 representing Easton, Fairfield and Newtown, as well as parts of Weston and Westport. "On behalf of our 8,000 members, the Sierra Club-Connecticut Chapter endorses your 2014 candidacy for the Connecticut State Senate. This endorsement has been ratified by both the state Political Committee and the state Executive Committee," Martin Mador, political and legislative chair for the Sierra Club's Connecticut Chapter, wrote in an endorsement letter to Fawcett. "Our de…

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Business
Westport's Matthew Grove Promoted At New York Life Westport's Matthew Grove Promoted At New York Life
Westport's Matthew Grove Promoted At New York Life WESTPORT, Conn. – Westport's Matthew Grove was named chief administrative officer for New York Life’s Insurance and Agency Group while David Cruz was elected senior managing director and head of retail annuities. Grove will be is responsible for oversight of strategy development for the group, new business operations, and quality assurance, compliance and finance functions for the Service operation.   Cruz takes over Grove’s former role. He was elected senior managing director in charge of the Retail Annuities business, including product development, product management, marketing, in-fo…

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