Darien Selectmen To Discuss Great Island In Upcoming Meeting

Great Island will have its own section on the upcoming Board of Selectmen meeting agenda.

Darien Democrats Endorse Candidates For November Election

This year's municipal election is slated for Tuesday, Nov. 4.

State Legislators To Hold Forum In Darien

Residents will be able to learn about the recently ended 2025 legislative session, or ask questions about state government.

Darien To Redesign Town Flag Following Selectmen Approval

The initiative to redesign the Darien town flag was spearheaded by a Darien High School graduate.

Darien Considers Ban On Smoke Shops, Vape Shops And Tattoo Parlors

The Darien Planning & Zoning Commission on Tuesday held a public hearing on proposed zoning regulation amendments.

Darien P&Z To Discuss Prohibition Of Vape Shops, Tattoo Parlors

The Darien Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on the prohibition of vape shops, and ear piercing and tattoo parlors.

Application Withdrawn For Unique Food Hall Chain In Darien

Residents spoke out against the proposal, saying it would increase traffic and pose safety concerns for the neighborhood.

Process To Possibly Redesign Darien Town Flag Moves Forward

A Darien High School senior is leading the effort to redesign the Darien town flag.

CT Awards Funds To Darien-Area Internet Provider To Boost Service

The funds are among $9.9 million handed out in a second round of broadband expansion grants from the ConneCTed Communities Grant Program​.

Darien Nip Bottle Sales Top 35,000 Over Past 6 Months

Under a state program, each city and town in CT receives 5 cents for each nip sold within its borders every six months.

Darien Seeks To Refurbish Several Gardens In Town

The RTM this week approved the creation of the Darien Blooms Gift Fund to facilitate the refurbishment of several gardens in town.

RTM Among Upcoming Government Meetings In Darien

There are several government meetings on tap in Darien for the week of April 20.

$100 Fine Recommended For Off-Leash Dogs On Darien's Great Island

The Board of Selectmen made a recommendation to the RTM to establish a fine of $100 for off-leash dogs on town owned and managed property.

Darien Seeks To Expand Payment Systems, Improve Parking Operations

First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky recently issued an update on two initiatives the town is working on.

Noroton Heights Fire Department Seeks To Fix Its Retaining Wall

Shaun Volin of the Noroton Heights Fire Department went before the selectmen this week to make an appropriation request.

Darien Selectmen Approve $1.7M For Purchase Of New Fire Tanker

The current tanker is aging and lacks critical features, according to Darien Fire Department Chief Brian Francefort.

Key Dates In The Town Of Darien Budget Process

Several meetings are scheduled over the next few weeks.

Here's The Upcoming Government Meeting Schedule In Darien

There are a few governmental meetings on tap in Darien next week.

Darien Launches Website For Plan Of Conservation And Development Work

A new or updated POCD is needed every 10 years; Darien las adopted its POCD in 2016.

Darien To Update Town's Plan Of Conservation And Development

The town said it is expected to launch a website this week which will serve as a "clearinghouse of information" throughout the process.

Darien To Pursue Foreclosure On 2 Blighted Residential Properties

On Jan. 17, the town's Blight Review Board recommended the properties to the selectmen for foreclosure.

Darien Aims To Make Payments For Town Services Easier For Residents

"I'd like Darien to be the most forward-thinking on that type of thing," First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky said.

Darien Swears In New Justices Of The Peace

Connecticut municipalities select their Justices of the Peace in the year of a presidential election. Darien has 30 justices per town code.

Darien Hires New Town Administrator

Darien had been looking for a replacement after the previous town administrator left for a new job in Greenwich.

Zagrodzky Delivers Remarks At Darien RTM's 'State Of The Town' Meeting

First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky reinforced several positives he sees in Darien while also mentioning some concerns.

Darien RTM 'State Of The Town' Meeting Slated For Dec. 9

The meeting will feature several speakers from various town departments, including the first selectman.

Multiple Vacancies Reported On Darien Representative Town Meeting

Acting as the town’s legislative body, the RTM has 100 members from across the town elected for two-year terms.

Darien Election Results 2024: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here is how Darien residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, congress and their local state races.

Darien 2024 Election Results: Winners Revealed In Key Races

Darien residents hit the polls on Tuesday to vote in several key races.

Darien 2024 Election Guide: What You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Darien, including the candidates and polling places.

Dogs Will Now Be Allowed On Great Island After Approval Of New Rules

Darien must first complete several tasks on Great Island before dogs are allowed and residents are granted expanded access to the property.

Here's How Much Darien Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April

Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.

Darien 2024 Election Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates

Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Darien, including the candidates and polling places.

CT Patch Candidate Profile: Tracy Marra For State Representative

Tracy Marra shares with Patch why she should be re-elected to serve the 141st State House District in Darien and Rowayton.

Darien First Selectman Urges Residents To Be Mindful Of Lawn Signs

First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky addressed political lawn signs during the Oct. 7 Board of Selectmen meeting.

Dogs Not Allowed At Great Island Just Yet, Darien Officials Say

The town is gearing up to expand access to the island, and officials said they will review dog access in the near future.

Here's When Early In-Person Voting Begins In Darien

The early voting window begins later this month. Election Day is Nov. 5.

Run For The Darien RTM As A Write-In Candidate

According to the town, roughly 50 percent of the seats on the RTM are available on the ballot each year.

Petitions Now Available For RTM Candidacy In Darien

Interested candidates have until Sept. 10 to file.

Darien Board Of Finance Member Appointed To HHR Building Committee

There was a vacancy on the committee following the unexpected death of David Martin.