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The Dogfather Celebrates Ribbon Cutting On Post Road

Jun 24, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

The Dogfather Grooming celebrated its ribbon cutting in Fairfield, officially welcoming the company’s newest location at 1125 Post Road. Founder Matt Harwood said The Dogfather has grown from a single grooming van into a Connecticut grooming brand with locations in Stratford, Meriden, Shelton, and Fairfield, along with 25 mobile grooming vans serving New Haven, Fairfield, and Hartford counties. Harwood said he started the business about 20 years ago after learning how to groom his own two poodles. What began with one van slowly grew into several vans, and later expanded into grooming salons. The company says it has been caring for animals and their families across Southern Connecticut for 20 years, helping thousands of families with grooming needs for pets…

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Missing Fisherman Located Following Penfield Reef Incident

Jun 23, 2026 Alex

On June 20, 2026, during the morning hours, the body of 34-year-old Kwahiwi Edwards of Queens, New York, was located on a beach near Shoreline Drive in Stratford. Mr. Edwards had been reported missing on June 13, 2026, after he and another fisherman became stranded on the reef at Penfield Beach as the incoming tide rapidly surrounded them. A witness entered the water in an attempt to assist the fishermen but was also swept into deeper water. Responding Fairfield Police officers successfully rescued the witness and the second fisherman; however, Mr. Edwards could not be located. An extensive search and recovery operation was conducted involving local, state, and federal agencies, including marine units, dive teams, drone operators, and aviation resources.…

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Fairfield Dog Days Returns June 28

Jun 20, 2026 Alex

5th Annual Fairfield Dog Days Community EventPresented by the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Fairfield, CT - This year's event is scheduled for Sunday, June 28th, from 11:00am to 4:00pm and includes vendors, dog-centric activities, entertainment, giveaways, and more. The free event is a full family day event for all ages. This lively outdoor festival brings together dog lovers, local businesses, and animal advocates to celebrate the Fairfield community and pamper four-legged best friends. "It's a wonderful event for the community with activities for kids and adults, and allows Adopt-A-Dog to show off some of our adorable adoptables! We look forward to having positive and fun days and hope to recruit some new foster families as well". Vendor applications are open.…

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Town Clarifies Summer School Zone Speed Limits

Jun 18, 2026 Alex

Reduced 20 MPH Speed Limit Will Not Be Enforced Throughout the Summer The Town of Fairfield reminds drivers that its Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Device (ATESD) program in designated school zones remains operational throughout the summer months, but the 20-mph speed limit will not be enforced from June 17 to September 1 when school is not in session. Effective June 17, speed safety cameras will only enforce the regular posted speed limit, which is either 25 or 30 mph, depending on the location. Speed safety cameras will continue to monitor and enforce posted speed limits 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When school resumes on September 1, the 20-mph speed limit will once again be enforced during school…

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Make Music Fairfield Returns June 21

Jun 14, 2026 Alex

International Make Music Day to Take Place Sunday, June 21 Fairfield, CT - Make Music Day 2026 returns to Fairfield on Sunday, June 21 from 8AM - 10PM. 2026 marks the 9th year that Fairfield has celebrated Make Music Day. This year, there will be over 100 performers, 18 venues, and 70+ performances over the course of the 14-hour festival day. Make Music Day is the free, outdoor music festival celebrated annually all over the world on the Summer Solstice. Created in Paris, France in 1982, Make Music Day, or “Fête de la Musique”, has grown to more than 2,000 cities, making it the globe’s largest music event. Make Music Day features free music of all styles, and is open…

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Fairfield University To Host Flag Day Celebration With Ice Cream, Art, and Family Activities

Jun 13, 2026 Alex

Enjoy Complimentary Ice Cream and Family Fun at Fairfield University’s Arts & Minds Flag Day Celebration FAIRFIELD, Conn. (June 1, 2026)— Join the Fairfield University Arts & Minds community for a joyful, family-friendly afternoon celebrating Flag Day with art, music, and community. Located in front of the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on Fairfield’s campus, and in the Bellarmine and Walsh Galleries, the celebration will run from 2–4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The Fairfield University Art Museum will be open for extended hours from 1-5 p.m., featuring the exhibition For Which It Stands… which examines depictions of the American flag, in both the Bellarmine Hall and Walsh Galleries. This festive afternoon will include live music from…

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Water Rescue

Jun 13, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Fairfield Police said on their Facebook page: "The Fairfield Police Department, in coordination with the United States Coast Guard and other public safety partners, is currently conducting a search for a missing person in the water off Penfield Beach. We ask the public to avoid the area and refrain from approaching responders so that search operations can continue safely and efficiently". 2026-06-13@7:04am-- #Fairfield CT

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Child Struck By SUV

Jun 3, 2026 Alex

A 11 year old child was struck by an SUV, and was ejected off of an e bike on Black Rock Turnpike in Fairfield. First responders quickly responded to the scene and transported the child. There are no further updates at this time.

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