By Dr. Teresa Alasio The holiday season is a time of celebration, connection, and indulgence. From festive parties to decadent meals, it’s easy to get
By Julie O’Brien Deasy Question: What are some holiday events happening in New Canaan this season? Answer: The holiday season is always a great time
By Russell R. Barksdale, Jr. As we navigate the complexities of aging, the delicate interplay between autonomy and safety emerges as a critical concern, often
By Paul Reitano There are some people in this world that just do more than the rest of us. They work, they volunteer, they committee;
By Frank Gallo It’s six a.m., and Ed Shove is here to do a bird count. Before him stretches New Haven’s Quinnipiac Marsh, his count
By Jennifer Howard Grammy-nominated and Emmy award-winning Greenwich resident Rob Mathes has collaborated with some of the biggest names in the music industry including Sting,
By John Engel We used the rolling 6-month average to strip away some of the month-to-month volatility. Nevertheless, there are many clues as to what
By Anne White New Canaan residents have expressed a growing concern over the safety of young cyclists, particularly with the increasing use of e-bikes. The
By Beth Barhydt The New Canaan Town Council held its regular meeting on Wednesday evening, covering a range of topics including utility updates, nature center
By Paul Reitano When I first met Pete Hunsinger I was a little upset. Why is this guy, I thought, so handsome? Why so well
By Russell R. Barksdale Jr. Physicians are facing a growing crisis of burnout and dissatisfaction, driven by a combination of economic pressures and an overburdened
By John J. Kriz When the leaves begin to turn, our focus also turns to our fireplaces. Hearth. Home. So very New England. But many
By Icy Frantz When I was young, I would sit planted at the dining room table, late into the evening, hovering over my dinner plate
By John Engel Last week we talked about the empirical effect of elections on real estate. We observed soft even years and stronger odd years.
By Emma Barhydt Aggressive driving and speeding have become increasingly dangerous on Connecticut’s roads, putting countless lives at risk. Drivers cutting across lanes, tailgating, and
The 21th annual New Canaan Turkey Trot, benefiting Open Doors, will return to New Canaan this month. The annual 5K run/walk will begin and end
As we head into the holidays, it’s time to face facts: the next few months are going to be a series of carb-laden marathons, heavy
By Paul Reitano They say good food is subjective. They are wrong. Sure, overcooked pasta can satisfy after three glasses of Super Tuscan – but
Editorials are the conscience of a newspaper. They are the compass by which readers navigate complex issues, the voice of reason that rises above the din of daily headlines. Yet, crafting a truly great editorial is no
As we gather around our Thanksgiving tables, the aroma of roasted turkey mingling with the warmth of shared memories, we find ourselves enveloped in a tradition that is as much about gratitude as it is about togetherness.
In the days after an election, we’re reminded of a simple truth: winning an election is not easy; governing well is even harder. Here in New Canaan, victory in any contest—whether local or national—comes with more than
25 years of sobriety one day at a time. I’m feeling very nostalgic and incredibly grateful as I reflect on
Dear Editor, Emma Barhydt’s report on the “Rise in Aggressive Driving” (New Canaan Sentinel, Nov. 15, page 9) is one
To the Editor: Hopefully many residents have had the opportunity to view the veterans banners that are on display on
Alan Haas shared a few thoughts to brighten our day on World Kindness Day which was November 13, offering simple
At this time of year as we think about all that we are grateful for, the Board of Directors of
For the second year, NCHS alumni Tahela Denu ‘23 volunteered at the Hartford Healthcare Medical Mission at Cesar A. Batalla
To the Editor, Thank you, Elena Colarusso, for opening the topic of assigned reading in English/Language Arts classes in the
I have had the pleasure of knowing State Rep Candidate Kim Healy and her family for many years and I
Dear Editor, I am writing to wholeheartedly support my friend Kim Healy in her candidacy for State Representative in Wilton,
I am writing to offer my full endorsement of Tom O’Dea for State Representative. As someone who has long admired
Please vote for Ceci Maher—a sentient human being with actual experience and demonstrated intelligence. Her opponent is another Republican place-holder:
By Beth Barhydt The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV), known for its strong commitment to environmental conservation, seems to
To the Editor, In 2022, when I ran against Ryan Fazio for State Senate, I made it clear that his
Dear Editor: This letter is in support of re-electing Senator Ryan Fazio and Representative Tom O’Dea. In an age wear
I’m writing this as a private citizen of the town of New Canaan, with a hope that more people in
Ryan Fazio: Prioritizing Local Zoning Control Ryan Fazio understands that Connecticut’s communities thrive when local zoning decisions are made at