Good morning Darien! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
Police detail how an e-bike factored into Darien gas station robbery
Darien leaders ask residents who should enjoy Great Island access
How a Stamford drug kingpin's case pulled in Darien addresses.
Also on today's calendar: America at 250 for Educators and 13 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)
Monday: A little rain, with a high of 68 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Armed With Handgun Stole Over $3K, 20 Packs Of Cigarettes From Gas Station: Darien Police (patch.com) — Darien residents are learning more about an armed robbery at the Exxon station on Post Road, where a suspect allegedly stole thousands in cash and cigarettes before fleeing on an e-bike. Police say careful review of local camera footage and a later traffic stop in town led detectives to recover an e-bike, firearm, and clothing they believe are tied to the crime, resulting in a Darien man's arrest and high court-set bond.
• Who Will Be Able To Access Great Island? Darien Selectmen Begin Discussion (patch.com) — Darien officials are weighing how open Great Island should be, debating whether access is limited to residents, managed like the town's beaches, or eventually opened more broadly. Local leaders are asking residents to share views on security, parking, and fair use as they shape rules that will determine who can visit and what physical barriers or staffing are needed.
• Stamford man sentenced to more than 18 years in prison for role in southwestern Connecticut drug ring (newportdispatch.com) — Federal prosecutors detailed how a major southwestern Connecticut drug ring led to searches in Darien and support from the town's police department. A Stamford man received more than 18 years in prison, highlighting the scale of fentanyl and cocaine trafficking affecting nearby communities and the role Darien locations and officers played in dismantling the operation.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Press Release: Darien YMCA Welcomes Kate Gregory as Development Director —Eric Jozwiak Read on Patch
We are looking for a new housekeeper. Ours is pregnant and will be now raising her own family. Any recommendations from HOMEOWNERS? (must speak English and work by themselves). Many… (Nextdoor Darien)
Looking for oil boiler serviceman. Needs oil filter changed in Stamford. 203 249 9777. (Nextdoor Darien)
Stop & Shop posted a job opening for PT Clerk - Grocery - 2610 in Darien. Apply here.
CROSSMARK posted a job opening for (Immediate Hire) Retail Merchandiser in Darien. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Darien here.
🗞 Nearby News
Norwalk
Norwalk Public Schools Recognized Statewide, Nationally For Reducing Chronic Absenteeism: District (patch.com)
Norwalk Restaurant Announces Closure Amid Construction Outside Business (patch.com)
Stamford
Connecticut activewear brand Rhone is expanding with a new Stamford headquarters (ctpost.com)
Greenwich
Come To The 2nd Annual Fall Festival In Greenwich (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!