Fairfield

Fairfield First Selectman Passes

Fairfield, Conn., July 15, 2025—The Gerber family has released a statement on First Selectman BillGerber: “We are heartbroken to share that our beloved father and husband Bill Gerber passed away at Yale NewHaven Hospital at 4:11PM today. After undergoing two brain surgeries within 48 hours, he wasultimately unable to recover from the numerous complications that ensued in the days that followed. Tosay that there is now a gaping hole in our lives is an understatement. We are still trying to come to termswith everything that has happened these past two and a half weeks. We are grateful to the friends andfamily who have helped us during this time as well as the staff at Yale New Haven Hospital, who workedaround…

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Town of Fairfield Announces Police ChiefRobert Kalamaras’ Retirement

Outgoing Police Chief Began His Fairfield Career in 2000;Internal Search for Successor Underway Fairfield, Conn., July 9, 2025 — Acting First Selectman Christine Vitale announced today that Police Chief Robert Kalamaras will retire from the Fairfield Police Department, concluding 25 years of dedicated service to the Town. His last day as chief will be July 16, 2025. Chief Kalamaras was sworn in as Police Chief in January 2021 as the Department’s 11th Chief of Police. Over his years in Fairfield, Chief Kalamaras has been a respected leader and advocate for public safety.Throughout his leadership, Chief Kalamaras prioritized public safety, officer wellness, traffic enforcement, community engagement, and modernization of department operations. His leadership has helped position the Fairfield Police Department as…

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Bigelow Center for Senior Activities Honored by Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging Honoring Leadership

Fairfield, Conn., July 9, 2025—The Bigelow Center for Senior Activities has been named a Focal Pointby the Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging (SWCAA), recognizing the Center’s leadership andcommitment to older adults and their families across the region.According to the Older Americans Act, a focal point is a highly visible, trusted facility where anyone inthe community can obtain information and access to aging services. For older adults, it is a familiar andaccessible place to turn for support, connection, and opportunity. For families, it serves as a vital resourcein caring for aging loved ones. A focal point stands as a visible sign of a community’s dedication to thewell-being of its seniors.“The Bigelow Center is proud to be recognized as a Focal Point…

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Gerber Family Issues Update onFirst Selectman Bill Gerber’s Recovery

Fairfield, Conn., July 8, 2025—First Selectman Bill Gerber continues his recovery from lastweek's surgery to remove a tumor from his brain. At the end of last week, he underwent a followup surgical procedure that was also successful. His medical team is pleased with the outcome.The process of recovery from this type of surgery is complex. He is continuing to rest andrecover at Yale New Haven Hospital (YNHH). With the need for Bill to rest, his family hasrequested no visitors for the time being. The Gerber family is so grateful for the many well wishes sent to Bill and will continue to provideperiodic updates.

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