Darien 2023 Election Profile: Jon E. Zagrodzky For First Selectman

Current Selectman Jon Zagrodzky shared his views with Patch about running for Darien First Selectman.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Kathleen Larkins For Tax Collector

Kathleen Larkins shared her views with Patch about running for re-election as Darien Tax Collector.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Michael J. Burke For Board Of Selectmen

Michael J. Burke shared his views with Patch about running for re-election for a seat on the Darien Board of Selectmen.

2023 Darien Election Profile: Greg Grambling For Board Of Education

Greg Grambling shared his views with Patch about running for a seat on the Darien Board of Education.

Darien Considers Whether Or Not To Observe Juneteenth As Town Holiday

The Darien Board of Selectmen this week considered a proposal to observe Juneteenth as a town holiday complete with a closure of town hall.

Darien Awarded Certificate Of Excellence In Financial Reporting

This marks the 32nd consecutive year Darien has received the award

Darien Selectmen To Consider Observing Juneteenth As Town Holiday

Juneteenth was declared a federal holiday in 2021, and was observed for the first time in CT in 2023.

Darien Announces Successful Launch Of New Website

The new and improved town of Darien website was officially launched on Sept. 26.

Darien Parking Permit Renewals To Be Mailed Out Soon

Payment is due by Oct. 31, according to First Selectman Monica McNally's most recent town newsletter.

Darien Set To Roll Out New And Improved Town Website

The new town of Darien website is expected to make its debut soon.

Darien To Increase Parking Fees At Metro-North Lots

The Board of Selectmen on Tuesday unanimously voted for the increases. This is the first time since 2018 the fees will go up.

Town Of Darien: Public Notice From Registrars Of Voters

See the latest announcement from the Town of Darien.

Darien Selectmen Approve Suggestions For Potential Noise Ordinance

The Darien Board of Selectmen unanimously approved suggestions they'd like to see the RTM include in any potential town noise ordinance.

Town Of Darien: DOT Update On The New Canaan Rail Line

Grade crossing warning devices, overhead power & signal systems are being re-energized, and test trains will commence checking the upgrades.

Darien Selectmen Approve $785K For DPW Floor Repair Work

The money, which is part of American Rescue Plan Act funds, will be used to repair the concrete floor in the Dept. of Public Works garage.

Public Hearing Scheduled On Darien Parking Fees & Regulations

Darien is looking to increase daily parking fees, annual commuter permits, and annual merchant permits.

Selectmen To Consider $200K Gift From Darien Little League

The money would be used to reconstruct the three athletic fields at McGuane Park.

Darien Parks & Rec. Fall & Winter Program Brochure Now Available

It's time to start thinking about fall and winter programing from Darien Parks & Recreation.

Parking Fees Could Increase In Darien

The town is looking to generate more revenue to maintain parking lots and to support anticipated train station projects.

Public Meeting Scheduled On Grove Street & Tilley Pond Drainage Study

The meeting will focus on the study and the flooding between Tilly Pond and the Goodwives River at Old Kings Highway South.

Town Of Darien: Vibrio Infections And Swimmer's Itch

Vibrio vulnificus is a public health concern for wound infections in Long Island Sound, but has never been linked to shellfish consumption.

Spots Available On Darien Representative Town Meeting

Those interested in joining the RTM must complete a nominating petition to get on the Nov. 7 ballot.

Town Of Darien: Grove Street & Tilley Area Drainage Public Information

The Town of Darien has completed a drainage study and will hold a public informational meeting.

Darien To Hire Sanitarian To Help With Health Department Operations

Darien Health Department Director David Knauf said the department is "reaching a crisis point" in being able to perform needed inspections.

Darien First Selectman Monica McNally Will Not Seek Re-Election

First Selectman Monica McNally has announced her plans for the upcoming November election.

Darien Considering Creation Of Town Noise Ordinance

First Selectman Monica McNally said that her office has received noise complaints ranging from garbage trucks to gas-powered leaf blowers.

Darien To Address Elevated Arsenic Levels Found At Great Island

Darien First Selectman Monica McNally gave an update on Great Island during last week's Board of Selectmen meeting.

Darien Residents Ask For Pride Flag To Be Flown At Town Hall

Over 20 residents rallied outside of Darien Town Hall before the Board of Selectmen meeting on Monday night.

Town Of Darien: Juneteenth Proclamation

Darien First Selectman Monica McNally issued a proclamation for Juneteenth.

Darien RTM Approves New Lease Agreements For Great Island Residents

The leases are expected to bring in $372,000 in fiscal year 2024, according to the chair of the RTM's Finance and Budget Committee.

Darien Selectmen To Consider Policy For Flood-Related investments

The next Darien Board of Selectmen meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 5.

Town Of Darien: Railroad Parking Update For Summer 2023

See the latest announcement from Town of Darien.

Former Great Island Owners Gift Statues Worth $425K To Darien

The two garden marble statues date back to the 1930s. They're located near the main house on Great Island.

Darien RTM Approves $165.5M Town Budget

The Darien Representative Town Meeting met on Monday to approve the fiscal year 2024 budget.

Town Of Darien: Public Works Public Meeting

The Town of Darien has completed a drainage study and will hold a public informational meeting at Darien Town Hall.

Darien Pride Hopes For June Proclamation From Town

Darien Pride is hoping the board of selectmen will consider issuing a proclamation in support of Pride Month in June.

Make Connecticut a Family-Friendly State

Create a Permanent Child Tax Credit by Isabel Almeida, Margo Amgott, Mike Pacowta*

The Darien Foundation Gives $124K Grant To PD For Boat Tech Upgrades

The money will be used for technology and communications upgrades aboard Darien-127, the police department's boat.

Darien Seeks Members For Great Island Advisory Committee

The advisory committee will provide oversight to "post-acquisition tasks" on Great Island.

Darien To Hold Public Meeting On Drainage Study Results

Results will be explained in detail, and members of the public are invited to attend and speak.