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Fairfield News: Author To Discuss Book

#Fairfield, CT--Author and former Fairfielder, Martha Hall Kelly will discuss her debut novel, Lilac Girls, at the Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road, on Thursday, October 20. The author talk will begin at 7:00 pm in the Memorial Room. New York Times Bestseller – “For readers of The Nightingale and Sarah’s Key, inspired by the life of a real World War II heroine, this remarkable debut novel reveals the power of unsung women to change history in their quest for love, freedom and second chances.” A New York socialite working at the French consulate, a Polish teenager and an ambitious young German doctor are set on a collision course at the start of World War II. Kelly lives in Atlanta, Georgia where she is working on…

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I-95 Shut Down

3:11pm--#cttraffic--I-95 is shutdown between exits 18 and 19 for a suicidal man running in the northbound lane.  Both sides of the highway is being shutdown.   This news report is made possible by: 3:11pm--#cttraffic- I-95 esta cerado entre salidas 18 y 19 con un hombre corriendo en la linea hacia norte. Ambos lados de la carretera cerados.

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Fairfield News: Banging At The Attendant

2:55pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- The interesting calls keep coming out of Fairfield today.  Two women are banging on the glass at the attendant in the booth at the Stop and Shop Gas Station on Villa Avenue.  Police on the way.   This news report is made possible by: 2:55pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Las llamadas interesantes siguen saliendo de Fairfield hoy. Dos mujeres están golpeando en la ventana de la estacíon de gasolina y tienda en la avenida Villa. La policía en el camino.

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Fairfield News: House Fire

5:00pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Firefighters were called to a structure fire at 241 Old Stratfield Road. The visible flames were seen from a rear bedroom window. Radio reports said that neighbors were setting up ladders to get the people from the second floor out of the building. Everyone made it safely out of the home. Firefighters had to enter through a window on the second floor taking up valuable time. Firefighters had a hard time entering the first floor door. A representative from the building department was requested to the scene as well as animal control for the pets living in the home. There were no reported injuries. If I get any updates I'll let you know on DoingItLocal.com

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Fairfield News: Fairfield Police: No Clown Threats

There has been a recent upsurge in rumors regarding various clowns/clown groups. The rumors have been generated by various social media posts; some indicating that such clowns/clown groups are potentially violent. To date, there have been no threats made against any Fairfield school. Further, recent clown threats made in other communities have proven to be not credible. The Fairfield Police Department regularly monitors a variety of resources for any threats to our community. We are aware of the trending clown rumors and continue to monitor and evaluate social media posts by supposed clowns/clown groups. With Halloween approaching, this issue may intensify. It is important that we come together to avoid perpetuating the paranoia that these rumors are intended to cause. Please know that any and all threats…

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Panel Discussion with Romance Writers at Fairfield Public Library

#Fairfield Connecticut--Panel Discussion with Romance Writers at Fairfield Public Library [Fairfield, CT, September 30, 2016] There will be a panel discussion with romance writers at the Fairfield Public Library on Saturday, October 8. The discussion will be held in the Memorial Room of the Main Library, 1080 Old Post Road at 11:00 a.m. According to Romance Writers of America, romance novels are making a huge comeback. Join us for a lively discussion on the writing, the history and the future of romance novels. There will be a panel of historical and contemporary romance authors to discuss their books and the writing process. The program will be led by author and visual artist Gail Ingis and author Claire Gem. Their titles will be available for purchase and signing. Advanced registration…

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