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:
Darien bank identity theft case leads to arrest six years later
Why Barrett Bookstore is Darien's go-to escape on gray October days
Also on today's calendar: Seven Acres Montessori Virtual Prospective Parent Event and 19 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 66 and low of 54 degrees.
Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 75, low: 52.
Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 49 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Charged In 2020 Identity Theft Scheme: Darien Police (patch.com) — Darien residents are learning more about an identity theft case that began in town back in 2020, after police linked fraudulent bank accounts opened at two Darien banks to a suspect from Wethersfield. Following a lengthy investigation involving court-authorized bank records and surveillance video, state police arrested the man on an outstanding Darien warrant in late September, and he's being held on a $20,000 bond.
• Bookstore Weather (mofflylifestylemedia.com) — Darien readers get a special shoutout with Barrett Bookstore in the Corbin District highlighted as a must-visit spot for October "bookstore weather," perfect for browsing and impulse buys. The piece also spotlights other independent bookstores around Fairfield County, encouraging residents to linger, join events, and rediscover in-person book shopping instead of ordering online.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Does anyone have access to a time machine? I didn't realize Slayyyter was going to be showing in the city this past weekend… unsure about how to move forward in life knowing that I could have… (Nextdoor Darien)
Hackmann Wealth Partners, a Stamford CT based financial planning firm, is seeking to hire an associate to join our growing team of professionals. The Firm, headquartered in Stamford, CT primarily serves families approaching or in retirement for long term financial planning and asset management… (Nextdoor Darien)
Maplewood Senior Living posted a job opening for Server in Darien. Apply here.
Dignity Home Care posted a job opening for Activities Assistant Senior Living in Stamford. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Darien here.
🗞 Nearby News
Norwalk
Police Investigating Illegal Auto Repair Businesses In Norwalk: PD (patch.com)
Road, Sidewalk Closure Announced In Norwalk: City (patch.com)
Monnit Turns a Hot Yoga Schedule Into Closed-Loop Climate Automation (iotevolutionworld.com)
Stamford
2 Popular Eateries To Open In Redeveloped Supermarket Space In Stamford (patch.com)
Greenwich
Greenwich Police Mourn Death Of Retired Officer (patch.com)
Ok Darien! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!