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3-alarm fire causes 'significant damage' to New Canaan home: Official
A three-alarm fire caused significant damage to a home on Adams Lane in New Canaan early Friday, fire officials said. Crews responded around 3 a.m. on Nov. 13. Officials described the damage as significant; no further…
Gobble, Gobble, Go! New Canaan Turkey Trot Returns To Waveny Park
New Canaan’s Turkey Trot will return to Waveny Park on Sunday, Nov. 22, with a 5K race starting and finishing near the park’s Main House. Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by an optional warm-up and an 11:30 a.m…
Attorney Edward Miller Guilty In New Canaan Wire Fraud Case
New York attorney Edward W. Miller was sentenced Thursday in federal court in Hartford to eight months in prison for wire fraud. Prosecutors said he stole more than $500,000 from a trust tied to a commercial building in…
Photos: New Canaan field hockey downs Amity in Class L opener
New Canaan defeated Amity in the opening round of Connecticut’s Class L field hockey tournament. The win sends New Canaan through to the next stage of the state postseason, while Amity’s tournament run ends. The matchup…
Home With 'Spacious Terrace' Listed For Sale In New Canaan
A four-bedroom home at 884 Smith Ridge Road in New Canaan is listed for sale at $2,225,000, according to Zillow. The property has three full bathrooms and one half-bathroom. The listing describes the home as combining…
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New Canaan rejects plan to let renters serve on finance board
New Canaan voters rejected a charter change that would have allowed renters to serve on the town’s Board of Finance. The measure lost 6,058 to 1,845, according to unofficial results reported by CT Insider from the…
Former New Canaan accountant alleges she was fired after filing discrimination complaint
Former New Canaan senior accountant Beth Straubel has filed a second complaint with Connecticut’s Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, alleging the town fired her in retaliation for earlier discrimination…
New Canaan's Full Weekend Guide: Autumn Stroll, Music at Grace Farms And More
New Canaan’s weekend events include historian Annette Gordon-Reed discussing the nation’s founding at the New Canaan Library on Thursday and violinist Nemanja Radulović performing with his ensemble Double Sens at Grace…
New Canaan To Hold Veterans Day Ceremony
New Canaan will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 at 10:55 a.m. on the front lawn of Town Hall, the town said. VFW Post 653 commander Mike McGlinn will lead the event, with town officials and the local…
Woman Accused Of Striking 6 Vehicles In New Canaan: Police
A 66-year-old Wilton woman was arrested after allegedly striking six vehicles while backing out of a parking space on Elm Street in New Canaan on Nov. 6, police said. Officers found six damaged cars, including one…
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Wilton Woman Accused Of Striking 6 Vehicles In New Canaan: Police
A 66-year-old Wilton woman was arrested after police say she struck six vehicles while backing out of a parking space on Elm Street in New Canaan on Nov. 6. Officers found several damaged cars, including one pushed onto…
Woman charged with OUI after hitting multiple cars in New Canaan: Cops
Liana Dickman, a 66-year-old resident of Wilton, has been charged with operating under the influence (OUI) following a multi-vehicle accident in New Canaan. Police reported that the incident occurred while Dickman was…
Wilton Woman Accused Of DUI After Hitting 6 Cars In New Canaan
A Wilton woman has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence after a multi-vehicle accident in New Canaan. The incident involved the driver striking six parked cars, causing significant damage. Local…
5 Things To Know In New Canaan: Sewer Impact Fee Hearing, Veterans Day On Town Hall Lawn, Waveny Trail
The New Canaan Board of Finance, acting as the Water Pollution Control Authority, will hold a public hearing Tuesday regarding a revised sanitary sewer impact fee. The town also plans to host its annual Veterans Day…
Range Rover Crashes Into 4 Cars In Downtown New Canaan; See The Aftermath
A Range Rover crashed into four parked vehicles in downtown New Canaan, causing significant damage. Local authorities are investigating the incident, which occurred in the heart of the town. While the aftermath of the…
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Several Vehicles Involved In New Canaan Crash: Police
New Canaan police responded to a multi-vehicle accident on Elm Street on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred when a vehicle backing out of a parking space struck another car, triggering a chain reaction that pushed…
No. 2 St. Joseph football held off No. 3 New Canaan for a wild victory
No. 2 St. Joseph defeated No. 3 New Canaan in a competitive CIAC high school football game held on Friday. The victory was described as a wild contest between two top-ranked programs. Players celebrated the hard-fought…
New Canaan Home On 4 Private Acres With Pond Listed For Sale
A custom-built estate in New Canaan, located at 505 Country Club Road, has been listed for sale at $6,495,000. The property spans four private acres and features a pond, a gunite pool, and extensive wooded land…
New Canaan To Host Free Breakfast Seminar On Scams And Fraud
The New Canaan Chamber of Commerce and the local Police Department are hosting a free breakfast seminar on Wednesday, Nov. 18, to educate residents and businesses on common scams and fraud techniques. The event, held at…
New Canaan Election Results 2026: Vote Totals For Every Race
Connecticut Democrats achieved significant success in the 2026 midterm elections, with Governor Ned Lamont securing a third term and the party sweeping all five congressional seats. Unofficial results show victories for…
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New Canaan man accused of killing mother with hammer offered 45 years
Sebastian Van Stockum, 21, has been offered a 45-year prison sentence in exchange for a guilty plea to the murder of his mother, Laura Williams. The incident occurred in October 2025 at their New Canaan home, where…
New Canaan 2026 Election Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates
New Canaan residents are heading to the polls on Tuesday to vote in key state and federal elections. Contested positions include governor, Congress, and state legislative seats. Local officials have released information…
5 Things To Know In New Canaan: Election Day, Leaf Pickup Begins And More
New Canaan voters will decide on six Town Charter revision questions alongside the state election this Tuesday. In addition to the voting, the town's curbside leaf collection program begins Monday, with specific…
New Canaan Offers $250 Holiday Lamppost Sponsorships
The New Canaan Chamber of Commerce is offering families and businesses the opportunity to sponsor downtown holiday lampposts for $250 each. The sponsorship deadline is Wednesday, November 18. More than 75 lampposts will…
New Canaan EMS Offers EMT Training Starting In January
New Canaan EMS has announced an upcoming emergency medical technician course starting in January 2027. The $1,600 program is open to residents aged 16 and older and includes textbooks, CPR training, and ambulance…
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New Canaan Seeks Donations For Downtown Holiday Lights
The New Canaan Chamber of Commerce is seeking community donations to fund the town's annual downtown holiday lighting display. The project, which costs over $35,000, relies entirely on private contributions as it…
New Canaan Gingerbread House Kit Reservations Open Nov. 17
The New Canaan Chamber of Commerce has announced that reservations for its annual Holiday Stroll gingerbread house kits will open on November 17 at 10 a.m. The program, which provides 150 kits for community display, is…
Ludlowe football, Ryan Love end No. 1 New Canaan's 29-game win streak
Ludlowe High School’s football team stunned top-ranked New Canaan with a 34-31 victory on Friday, ending the Rams' 29-game winning streak. Quarterback Ryan Love led the Falcons to their first win against New Canaan in…