Proposal To Add Pledge Of Allegiance To Darien RTM Sparks Debate

The Darien Representative Town Meeting's Rules Committee took up a proposal to add the Pledge of Allegiance before full RTM gatherings.

Darien Selectmen Recommend $53.6M Town Budget

The Darien Board of Finance will now examine the recommended spending plan.

Selectmen Kick-Start Process To Possibly Dredge Darien Harbor

Darien Harbor hasn't been dredged since 2001. The Darien Board of Selectmen this week approved funds to get the permitting process started.

Public Hearing Scheduled On Accessory Dwelling Units In Darien

Darien is seeking input on proposed amendments regarding Accessory Dwelling Units in town.

Darien Seeks To Fill RTM Vacancies

A few seats remain open on the Darien Representative Town Meeting.

Selectmen Begin Examination Of Proposed $53.6 Million Town Budget

The selectmen are holding budget workshops this week to go over each town department's budget request.

Darien Officially Chooses Location For Early Voting

Early voting in Connecticut will take place beginning this year.

Darien Warns Residents About Ice Skating In Unsafe Conditions

First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky said residents have been out skating recently, notably on Tilley Pond, in unsafe conditions.

Funds Approved For Hanson Road Bridge Replacement, Town Eyes May Start

Darien will be reimbursed for 50 percent of the project cost thanks to the Connecticut Department of Transportation Local Bridge Program.

Darien Considering Granting Early Pedestrian Access To Great Island

Outside of guided tours last fall, the public has not been allowed on Darien's Great Island. But that could change in the coming months.

Purchase Of Great Island Traffic Circle Now Complete: Town Of Darien

Darien now has unrestricted access rights to Great Island following the purchase of the traffic circle at the entrance to the property.

Zagrodzky Suggests Way To Streamline Board Of Selectmen Meetings

The Darien Board of Selectmen could explore a new meeting schedule in 2024.

Darien Director Of Health To Retire

The town will begin the process of looking for a new director in 2024.

Darien To Receive Money To Offset Early Voting Costs

The Darien Board of Selectmen held a special meeting last week.

Funds For New Noroton Fire Rescue Pumper Approved By Selectmen

The Darien Board of Selectmen approved $1.12 million for the new rescue pumper to replace Engine 32 at the Noroton Fire Department.

HHR Building Committee To Update Selectmen On Funding Needs

The Board of Selectmen will hear from the building committee on Monday, Dec. 18.

Darien Looks To Protect What It Has While Building For The Future

First Selectman Jon Zagrodzky gave his first State of the Town Address on Monday night to the Representative Town Meeting.

Information Session Set For Hanson Road Bridge Replacement

The hearing will be held in the Darien Town Hall Auditorium. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.

Darien Officials To Present 'State Of The Town' Remarks

The remarks will be made by several town officials during the regularly scheduled Representative Town Meeting gathering on Monday.

$1.12M Request Made By Noroton Fire Department For New Truck

The Noroton Fire Department is in need of a new rescue pumper. The Board of Selectmen will consider an appropration request on Dec. 11.

Darien Selected For Post-Election Audit

Darien was selected by the CT Secretary of the State to have its voting machine totals audited for District I.

New Video Update Series Launched By First Selectman Zagrodzky

The video series aims to keep residents informed and educated on Darien town government happenings.

Several Openings Remain On Darien Representative Town Meeting

For those interested in joining town government, there are several openings on the Representative Town Meeting.

Hanson Road Bridge Replacement Could Mean 5-Month Road Closure: DPW

The Darien Board of Selectmen on Monday approved a little over $2 million to fund the replacement of the Hanson Road Bridge.

McNally Thanks Darien Residents In Newsletter

Monica McNally said she's looking forward to working in a new role, and she reflected back on her time in office.

Darien Government Officials Sworn In During Town Hall Ceremony

Jon Zagrodzky was sworn in as Darien's chief elected official during a brief ceremony at town hall on Wednesday.

Darien Election Results 2023: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here are the vote totals for every candidate that ran in the Darien local elections on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Darien Election Results 2023: Zagrodzky To Serve As First Selectman

Thousands of Darien residents have cast their votes in the 2023 municipal election.

2023 Darien Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places

Here's what you need to know concerning the 2023 Darien local elections including the candidates, polling places, voting hours and more.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Taylor Carter For Board Of Finance

Taylor Carter shared her views with Patch about running for re-election on the Darien Board of Finance.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Amy Barsanti For P&Z Commission

Amy Barsanti shared her views with Patch about running for re-election on the Darien Planning & Zoning Commission.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Jamie Zionic For P&Z Commission

Jamie Zionic shared her views with Patch about running for a seat on the Darien Planning & Zoning Commission.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Christa Sheehan McNamara For Town Clerk

Christa Sheehan McNamara shared her thoughts with Patch about running for re-election as Darien Town Clerk.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Dan Bumgardner For Board Of Finance

Dan Bumgardner shared his views with Patch about running for re-election on the Darien Board of Finance.

Darien 2023 Election Profile: James Palen For Board Of Finance

Current Darien Board of Finance Chair James Palen shared his views with Patch about running for re-election.

Darien Selectmen Receive Update On Grove Street Flood Study Results

The town is looking for ways to improve infrastructure and flooding during big storm events.

Darien Election 2023: Sarah Neumann For Board Of Selectmen

Sarah Neumann shared her views with Patch about running for re-election on the Darien Board of Selectmen.

2023 Darien Election Profile: George A. Reilly For P&Z Commission

George A. Reilly shared his views with Patch about running for a seat on the Darien Planning & Zoning Commission.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Sara Parent For Board Of Education

Sara Parent shared her views with Patch about running for re-election on the Darien Board of Education.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Dennis Maroney For Board Of Education

Dennis Maroney shared his views with Patch about running for re-election on the Darien Board of Education.