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Reimbursement Cuts Threaten Seniors’ Ability to Age at Home
By Russell R. Barksdale, Jr. For the fourth year in a row, Medicare and commercial insurers are slashing reimbursement rates for home health services. That
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August 21, 2025
Repairs, Renewal, and Resilience
By Dionna Carlson August is one of the busiest months for our Department of Public Works (DPW), with numerous projects underway across town and in
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August 21, 2025
St. Michael’s Lutheran Church: Moving Forward
By John Kriz When one thinks of St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, the first thing that comes to mind is often that it’s that pretty, classic
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August 1, 2025
What We Are Learning from Comet 31/ATLAS and the World’s Powerful Telescopes
By Anne W. Semmes July of 2025 became historic with the July 1 spotting of perhaps the world’s oldest comet having arrived at great velocity
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August 1, 2025
Understanding Your Heart Health
By Dr. Katie Takayasu I’ve always known my cholesterol ran high – but it wasn’t until I turned 40 that I decided to take a
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August 1, 2025
Plot Twists and Popsicles: Books to Brighten Your Summer
Welcome to the Greenwich Sentinels Summer Reading List, carefully curated for readers of all ages to enjoy under the sun. From whimsical adventures for the
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August 1, 2025
From Rom-Com Queen to Literary Heartbreaker: Emily Henry’s Evolution
By Emma Barhydt “From before my first breath, there were two distinct Margaret Iveses. There was me, and then there was the other one, the
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August 1, 2025
Sun-Kissed Stewardship at New Canaan Nature Center
By Avery Cotton Tucked away on Oenoke Ridge, down a long driveway and adjoining a stretch of stone walls, lies the New Canaan Nature Center
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August 1, 2025
Come shopping with me at one of the best stores in New Canaan!
By Geri Rhoades Strolling down Main and Elm, there is no shortage of fantastic shopping opportunities. Our walkable downtown area is filled with interesting, locally
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July 31, 2025
Candlelight, Stories, and Community: Vigil Returns to South Avenue
By Elizabeth Barhydt On Wednesday, August 27, the center of New Canaan will transform into a space for remembrance and hope as the 9th Annual
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July 31, 2025
Why Stay in Your Hometown?
By Russell R. Barksdale, Jr. My dear friend John Engel recently reflected in the Sentinel on the deep meaning behind “Why We Stay…” It’s a
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July 24, 2025
Choosing and using Spotting Scopes
By Frank Gallo Spotting scopes allow you to see objects at greater distances than binoculars and are designed for birding and hunting. If you spend
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July 24, 2025
James Bakal Completes Eagle Scout Flag Box Project at Firehouse
By Elizabeth Barhydt On Friday, July 11, family, mentors, firefighters, and veterans gathered outside the New Canaan Fire Department to celebrate the completion of the
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July 24, 2025
Progress in Motion: Downtown Parking Changes, Parkway Exit Renumbering, and 250th July 4th Planning
By Dionna Carlson As we move into the heart of summer, I want to update you on important downtown parking changes coming this August. To
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July 24, 2025
A Glorious Return to the Heart of Superman: A Review of the New Superman Film
By Emma Barhydt It’s been a long wait, but Superman finally feels like Superman again. James Gunn’s latest addition to the DC universe is a
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July 17, 2025
Legal; Not Harmless: Marijuana in the Age of Legalization
By Dr. Teresa Alasio Over the past decade, marijuana has undergone a remarkable transformation in American society. Once relegated to the shadows of counterculture, it
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July 17, 2025
Community Generosity in Full Bloom
By Emma Barhydt More than 600 garden enthusiasts celebrated the beauty of local gardens and the strength of community connections at the New Canaan Garden
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July 17, 2025
Chabad: Building Faith and Community
By John J. Kriz God’s Acre is arguably the heart of New Canaan – an integral part of the town’s precious historic district, graced with
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July 11, 2025
EDITORIAL
Our Pages This Week | EDITORIAL
August 21, 2025
There’s something special about the end of summer, a sense of renewal mixed with nostalgia, as we all return to our routines with the stories of our summer adventures fresh in our minds. Here at the New
Vacations and Bears | EDITORIAL
August 1, 2025
Its August and New Canaan is emptying out as residents seek their vacation adventures. As we watch the mass exodus, we started reminiscing about our own family vacations when we were kids. You know the ones where
It’s How We Treat Each Other | EDITORIAL
July 24, 2025
If you wish to live to 100, you might follow the hillside shepherds of Ikaria, Greece, where naps and wild herbs sustain long lives. Or move to Okinawa, Japan, where purple sweet potatoes and lifelong friendships called
OPINION
An Invitation to the 9th Annual Addiction Awareness Vigil | LETTER
To the Editor, I’m writing to invite and encourage our community to attend the 9th Annual Community Addiction Awareness Vigil
Silver Hill proud to support New Canaan Vigil | LETTER
On August 27th at 7 PM, the ninth annual Community Addiction Awareness Vigil will be held in downtown New Canaan,
Democrats For Town Council | LETTER
Hello, New Canaan! Did you know that there is a municipal election this fall? Local elections matter, and you can
Kindness Preserves Our Minds | LETTER
To the Editor: Thank you for publishing “It’s How We Treat Each Other.” The editorial raised an urgent point rarely
Be the Light: New Canaan Vigil Honors Recovery and Remembrance August 27 | LETTER
On Wednesday, August 27th, hundreds of people will gather at the corner of Elm Street and South Avenue to celebrate
Thank You for Participating in the Caucus | LETTER
Dear Fellow Republicans, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the 311 Republicans who participated in our recent Caucus.
From Mrs. McKinley to Kim Norton! | LETTER
My family has supported Republicans for over one hundred and thirty years, starting with my great grandmother who was a
RTC Caucus on July 22 | LETTER
Next Tuesday, July 22, registered Republicans will gather at Saxe Middle School to select candidates for the November general election.
Rich Townsend for Penny Young and Pavla Levin for Town Council | LETTER
To the Editor: As a former member of the Town Council, I want to encourage all Republicans to vote for
Penny Young is the Right Person to Serve Our Community | LETTER
To the Editor: In every election, we’re asked to choose leaders who reflect our community’s values and who will act
Another Masterpiece from Summer Theater Team | LETTER
To the Editor: The New Canaan, Summer Theater production of The Little Mermaid now playing at the New Canaan High
Many Contribute to Success of July 4th Fireworks | LETTER
Editor: On behalf of the Fireworks Planning Committee, I would like to thank all who supported the 44th Annual New
Letter of Endorsement – New Canaan Town Council Slate | LETTER
To the Editor: As a former Chairman of the Town Council, I know what works. Experience matters—but so does collaboration.
Thank You ACME! | LETTER
On behalf of the New Canaan Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), I would like to thank the ACME Store supervisor
Opposing HB 5002 | LETTER
I would like to share with you and your readers the letter I sent to Governor Lamont requesting that he
NCPA Celebrates Preservation | LETTER
Thank you to all who attended the New Canaan Preservation Alliance’s Twelfth Annual Preservation Awards Ceremony and reception on May