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Demonstration of Smocking at Fairfield Public Library Woods Branch

Feb 14, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

[Fairfield, CT, February 12, 2014] February is National Smocking month and The Fairfield Public Library is hosting the Thimbleberry Chapter of Smocking Arts Guild of America for a demonstration on Sunday, February 23. The demonstration will take place from 2:30 to 3:30 pm on the main floor of Fairfield Woods Branch Library, 1147 Fairfield Woods Road. If you are interested in smocking, heirloom sewing and fine needle arts this is the demonstration you don’t want to miss. Smocking is a centuries-old form of needlework consisting of surface embroidery stitches worked over gathered fabric. Smocking fundamentally is the manipulation of fabric using needle and thread. In its simplest form, smocking is decorative needlework stitched over pleats to embellish the item. However…

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Fairfield Chamber of Commerce 2014 Economic Outlook Breakfast

Feb 14, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce and People’s United Bank is hosting a 2014 Economic Outlook Breakfast at the Delamar Hotel in Southport on February 20th The guest speaker will be Mr. John S. Traynor, Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer of People’s United Bank. Attendees will hear about the state of the current economy, what the expectations and trends may be for the year ahead, and why. “We are very excited to have John as a keynote speaker for our Business Before Hours breakfast event, as there still may be some concerns about the health of our economy as we begin a new year”, says Beverly A. Balaz, Executive Director of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. Mr. John Traynor…

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GOVERNOR MALLOY LAYS OUT HIS PLAN TO END VETERANS’ HOMELESSNESS BY 2015

Feb 14, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

  (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman, veterans, veterans’ advocates and local, state and federal officials, today laid out several of his proposals aimed at combatting veterans’ homelessness and unemployment in Connecticut. The initiatives, which Governor Malloy introduced last week, focus specifically on working with public and private sector partners to end veterans’ homeless by 2015 by assisting veterans with employment and increasing residential opportunities for homeless veterans or those at risk of becoming homeless.   “We know that homelessness and unemployment are intrinsically linked and part of a terrible downward spiral that captures too many people, especially veterans,” said Governor Malloy. “President Obama set a realistic deadline to end veterans’ homelessness in…

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February Programs at The Barnum Museum

Feb 14, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

Offer an educational look at the struggles world explorers had with cold and ice blocking issues in the late 1800s During February, The Barnum Museum is offering a few fascinating events. Please be advised to check the museum’s website barnum-museum.org or Facebook should weather concerns arise. During February, The Barnum Museum is offering a few fascinating events. Please be advised to check the museum’s website barnum-museum.org or Facebook should weather concerns arise. Snow dates for each program have been set and are listed below. Programs will run at the same times as originally scheduled. Wednesday, February 12 at 12:15 p.m. – Sneak Peek Arctic Artifact: Exploring a Re-discovered Treasure in The Barnum Museum Collection presented by Adrienne Saint Pierre, Curator.…

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Bridgeport News: Robbers clothing tips off cops

Feb 14, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport, CT – (Feb. 10, 2014 delayed posting) – A city man was arrested Saturday in connection with two commercial robberies. His clothing helped give him away. Detectives Martin Heanue, James Borrico and Jorge Cintron were investigating the robberies when they spotted a vehicle Saturday on East Main Street that was seen on camera a day earlier near the scene of an armed commercial robbery at 978 E. Main St. Detectives followed the vehicle until marked patrol cars arrived and conducted a motor vehicle stop. As detectives approached the car, the passenger, Vergillio Rosario, 42, of Bridgeport, attempted to put what appeared to be a black and silver handgun under the seat. He was removed from the vehicle. During the…

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Gov. Malloy declares State of Emergency- Salt shortage

Feb 13, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

Non-Essential State Employees Should Report to Work on a One-Hour Delay Friday, Feb. 14 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today declared a State of Emergency in an attempt for the state to pursue a request to the federal government to help some municipalities in Connecticut that are experiencing road salt shortages for the remainder of this winter season.  Today's winter weather event is the twelfth of the season. "I have asked our state emergency management personnel to reach out to our cities and towns tonight and get more information on what their salt supplies look like right now, indicating to us how much they currently have on hand and how much they use in a typical storm," Governor…

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Bridgeport News: Police Attempt to Identify Larceny Suspect

Feb 13, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport, CT – Feb. 12, 2014 – Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual wanted for questioning in connection with a larceny investigation. The incident happened at the Black Rock Animal Hospital on Jan. 6, 2014. The unidentified male is seen walking into a rear hallway, climbing onto a railing and stealing one of the business’s security cameras. Before it is disabled, it clearly shows his face. Anyone with information about the man’s identity is asked to contact Detective Dave DeFeo at 203-581-5185.

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