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Top Stamford Prosecutor To Step Down After Nearly 40 Years In Justice System Top Stamford Prosecutor To Step Down After Nearly 40 Years In Justice System
Top Stamford Prosecutor To Step Down After Nearly 40 Years In Justice System The top prosecutor overseeing Stamford and Norwalk will step down, marking a major shift for local courts and law enforcement. State’s Attorney Paul J. Ferencek announced he will retire at the end of his term on June 30, 2026. Ferencek has led the Stamford/Norwalk Judicial District since 2020. The district covers Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford, Weston, Westport, and Wilton. As State’s Attorney, he oversees prosecutors handling criminal cases and shares oversight of juvenile matters. “On behalf of the Criminal Justice Commission, I wish to extend our sincere gratitude and …
Book Donation Day Set For Jan. 3 At Harry Bennett Branch Library Book Donation Day Set For Jan. 3 At Harry Bennett Branch Library
Book Donation Day Set For Jan. 3 At Harry Bennett Branch Library The Ferguson Library is collecting gently used books and other media during a Book Donation Day on Saturday, Jan. 3, at the Harry Bennett Branch Library. Drop-offs will be accepted between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., the library announced on Facebook. People can bring pre-owned books, CDs, and DVDs that are still in good condition. The donations will support the Friends Book Shop, according to The Ferguson Library’s Facebook post.
7th Street Burger To Open First Stamford Location; Here's Where 7th Street Burger To Open First Stamford Location; Here's Where
7th Street Burger To Open First Stamford Location; Here's Where 7th Street Burger is bringing its popular smash burgers to Stamford.  The New York City chain signed a long-term lease at ShopRite Plaza on West Main Street. The move marks its first spot in Connecticut, and its 27th location.  Authorities did not say when the new location would open.  Royal Properties, which brokered the deal, said in a news release that the location will be a big hit with customers.  “The concept has an incredible following, and we’re excited to bring their energy and great food to this high-traffic shopping center," Royal Properties Princi…
Stamford Woman's $1M Jackpot Is Biggest In ‘Wheel of Fortune' History: Watch The Moment Stamford Woman's $1M Jackpot Is Biggest In ‘Wheel of Fortune' History: Watch The Moment
Stamford Woman's $1M Jackpot Is Biggest In ‘Wheel of Fortune' History: Watch The Moment A Connecticut woman just spun her way into television history. Stamford's Christina Derevjanik walked away with $1,035,155 on “Wheel of Fortune” Tuesday night, Sept. 30. It was the largest prize in the game show’s 50-year history. The marketing manager had already pocketed $35,155 in cash and trips to Montana and Japan before advancing to the bonus round. Christina Derevjanik celebrates with host Ryan Seacrest after solving a $1 million puzzle on "Wheel of Fortune" Tuesday night, Sept. 30. Wheel Of Fortune The final puzzle clue was "Living Things," and Derevjanik correctly guesse…
National Centenarian’s Day: PA Residents 100+ Share Secrets To A Long, Happy Life National Centenarian’s Day: PA Residents 100+ Share Secrets To A Long, Happy Life
National Centenarian’s Day: PA Residents 100+ Share Secrets To A Long, Happy Life National Centenarian’s Day, celebrated each year on September 22, shines a spotlight on those who have reached 100 years of age and beyond. The day is about more than age — it’s about honoring achievements, resilience, and the wisdom of those who have lived through a century of change. Across the Northeast, centenarians are sharing their stories and reminding younger generations of what it takes not just to live long, but to live well. A Librarian’s Motto At 104 Caroline Emplit, 104, worked as a librarian at Amosland Elementary in Pennsylvania’s Ridley School District until she was 96. Her …
Newington CT Prison Guard Choked Wife, Kidnapped Kids In 7-Hour Police Standoff: Cops Newington CT Prison Guard Choked Wife, Kidnapped Kids In 7-Hour Police Standoff: Cops
Newington CT Prison Guard Choked Wife, Kidnapped Kids In 7-Hour Police Standoff: Cops A Connecticut correction officer is in custody after police say he choked his wife and took two children from a home in Newington. John Lacen-Romero, 36, was identified by officers as the suspect when they responded to a 911 call around 12:10 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, Newington police said. During the altercation, Lacen-Romero is accused of threatening to harm himself, his wife, and the two children inside the home. Officers said the woman was trying to escape from Lacen-Romero and had loaded the two children — ages 8 and 11 — into her car. That's when police said Lacen-Romero attacked he…
Stamford Man Tried To Run Over Construction Worker In Wilton Road Rage Incident: Police Stamford Man Tried To Run Over Construction Worker In Wilton Road Rage Incident: Police
Stamford Man Tried To Run Over Construction Worker In Wilton Road Rage Incident: Police A 69-year-old Connecticut man was arrested after police said he attempted to drive into a construction worker following a dispute. Craig K. Nelsen of Stamford was charged with attempted first-degree assault and breach of peace after the incident on Thursday, Sept. 18, in Wilton, police said. Wilton officers were called to Cheesespring Road near Old Driftway for reports of a road-rage incident. Witnesses told police that a 2020 Dodge Ram 5500 attempted to strike a construction worker installing fiber-optic cables at a job site, according to a police report. The truck sped away after missing…
Cyndi Lauper’s Former Stamford Home, Where She Wrote Hits, Lists for $1.4M Cyndi Lauper’s Former Stamford Home, Where She Wrote Hits, Lists for $1.4M
Cyndi Lauper’s Former Stamford Home, Where She Wrote Hits, Lists for $1.4M A French Country Colonial once owned by pop icon Cyndi Lauper is on the market in Stamford, giving buyers a chance to own a piece of music history. The four-bedroom, five-bathroom home sits at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on Saddle Hill Road, surrounded by landscaped hills, according to Zillow. It was listed for sale last month for $1.4 million. Cyndi Lauper lived in the 3,885-square-foot home with her husband, David Thornton, and their son from 1986 until 2017. Zillow Fashion house Nine West co-founder Vince Camuto built the home in 1975. Lauper owned the 3,885-square-foot propert…
Ex-Waterbury Woman Sentenced For Stealing $364,000 From Seniors, Employers: Feds Ex-Waterbury Woman Sentenced For Stealing $364,000 From Seniors, Employers: Feds
Ex-Waterbury Woman Sentenced For Stealing $364,000 From Seniors, Employers: Feds A former Waterbury woman is heading to federal prison after stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from seniors in her care and employers across Connecticut and New York. Marlenin Vito, 45, was sentenced to more than three years behind bars and ordered to pay full restitution, the US Attorney for Connecticut said. She pleaded guilty to wire fraud in June.  Fraud At Assisted Living Facility Vito worked as a Medicaid coordinator at an assisted living facility in Stamford. She was trusted with helping residents apply for benefits and managing their personal trust accounts. Instead, o…
Crime Re-Enactment Series Filming In Stamford Seeks Women For Paid TV Roles Crime Re-Enactment Series Filming In Stamford Seeks Women For Paid TV Roles
Crime Re-Enactment Series Filming In Stamford Seeks Women For Paid TV Roles A new true-crime series plans to shoot scenes in Stamford and needs local women to play key recreation roles. The work is paid.  Most parts are one-day shoots. Producers want people who already live near Stamford. Hot Snakes Media will film “The Curious Case,” a true-crime documentary set to air on Investigation Discovery. Click here for the full listing.  Casting directors are looking for non-union actors for non-speaking recreation roles. Filming is scheduled for the week of Sept. 28, with tentative shoot days on Tuesday, Sept. 30, and Wednesday, Oct. 1. Most actors will be ne…
Air Supply Hits The Road—All Out of Love And Back On Stage In 2025 Air Supply Hits The Road—All Out of Love And Back On Stage In 2025
Air Supply Hits The Road—All Out of Love And Back On Stage In 2025 Picture this: It’s 1975, two guys meet during "Jesus Christ Superstar" in Melbourne, and instead of just singing through a rehearsal, they create one of the world’s most famous soft-rock duos. Fast forward 50 years and Air Supply is still out there proving love songs never go out of style. Their 2025 50th Anniversary Tour is underway, and if you don’t snag tickets before they vanish, someone else will be swaying in your seat. Here’s where to catch them before the chance slips away: Oct. 28, 2025 – Wind Creek Event Center, Bethlehem, PA Oct. 19, 2025 – Palace Theatre, Stamford, CT Oct. 25, …
6 CT Billionaires Land On Forbes Wealthiest Americans List; Richest Entry Tumbles 4 Spots 6 CT Billionaires Land On Forbes Wealthiest Americans List; Richest Entry Tumbles 4 Spots
6 CT Billionaires Land On Forbes Wealthiest Americans List; Richest Entry Tumbles 4 Spots Forbes has released its annual list of the wealthiest Americans, and six business moguls from Connecticut have the honor and the cash to make an appearance. Topping the list are the usual suspects: Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Larry Page — a quintet whose combined $1.37 trillion fortune equals nearly a fifth of the entire $6.75 trillion U.S. budget. But Connecticut has its own recognizable names featured on the Forbes richest list. The state's wealthiest man, Greenwich's Steve Cohen, who runs Point72 Asset Management in Stamford and owns the New York Mets, fel…
Norwalk Landlord, Ex-Political Hopeful Gets 50 Years For Killing Tenant: State Norwalk Landlord, Ex-Political Hopeful Gets 50 Years For Killing Tenant: State
Norwalk Landlord, Ex-Political Hopeful Gets 50 Years For Killing Tenant: State A Connecticut landlord woman was sentenced to 50 years in prison for the fatal shooting of her tenant during a heated dispute inside a local home.  Ellen Wink, 65, was convicted of murder and criminal lockout for the 2022 shooting of 54-year-old Kurt Lametta, the State Attorney's Office said.  A Superior Court jury in Stamford rejected her claims of self-defense and extreme emotional disturbance after prosecutors presented evidence showing a long history of conflict between the two. Lametta, who rented from Wink, recorded their final confrontation on his cellphone. That video was …
Over 200K In CT Could Lose Health Coverage Under New Trump Law: See Which Cities Hit Hardest Over 200K In CT Could Lose Health Coverage Under New Trump Law: See Which Cities Hit Hardest
Over 200K In CT Could Lose Health Coverage Under New Trump Law: See Which Cities Hit Hardest A new analysis of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” President Donald Trump’s signature legislation, estimates that more than 200,000 people in Connecticut will either lose their healthcare coverage or see an increase in the cost, according to a report. The act, signed into law on July 4, will overhaul the US government, expand presidential powers, and provide immigration officials with the largest budget in American history. It also aims to reduce spending in several sectors, including healthcare.  Related: CT Pays Higher Insurance Premiums Than Most States The Congressional Budget Of…
Georgia Man Wanted In Boonton For Credit Card Fraud Georgia Man Wanted In Boonton For Credit Card Fraud
Georgia Man Wanted In Boonton For Credit Card Fraud A warrant has been issued out of Boonton for a 35-year-old Georgia man wanted for credit card fraud, authorities announced Friday, Sept. 5. An investigation began after a victim reported losing several thousand dollars as a result of credit card fraud, Boonton police said. It was uncovered the fraudulent transactions were conducted by Robert Jenkins-Gladden in a rental vehicle at a bank in Stamford, Connecticut, police said. Jenkins-Gladden remains at large, police said. 
EXCLUSIVE: At 100, Delco Resident, Navy Vet, Twin Bob Lucas Shares Longevity Secrets EXCLUSIVE: At 100, Delco Resident, Navy Vet, Twin Bob Lucas Shares Longevity Secrets
Exclusive: At 100, Delco Resident, Navy Vet, Twin Bob Lucas Shares Longevity Secrets Bob Lucas has lived a century — as a Navy veteran, engineer, twin, husband, and father. This summer, he turned 100, celebrating at Jenner’s Pond in West Grove, Pennsylvania, with multiple parties surrounded by family and friends. Now he's sharing his life story and secrets to such a long life with Daily Voice in an exclusive interview.  Growing Up In Stamford & Greenwich Born in Stamford in 1925, Lucas grew up in Greenwich’s Lucas Point along Long Island Sound with his twin brother, William. Known as Bob and Bill, the brothers developed a love for sailing, fishing, and tennis. “My f…
Waterbury Woman ‘Thunder’ Led Stolen Check Scheme Targeting Local Businesses: Feds Waterbury Woman ‘Thunder’ Led Stolen Check Scheme Targeting Local Businesses: Feds
Waterbury Woman ‘Thunder’ Led Stolen Check Scheme Targeting Local Businesses: Feds A Waterbury woman known as “Thunder” is accused of leading a stolen check and bank fraud scheme that targeted small businesses across Connecticut, federal officials said. Michelle Freeman, 37, of Waterbury, along with Leshanda Long, 43, of Hamden, and Omar Eaddy, 40, of Bridgeport, have been indicted on charges of conspiracy to commit bank fraud. Each faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted. According to prosecutors, Freeman, Long, and Eaddy carried out a scheme that involved stealing checks from mailboxes, altering them, and using “check runners” to cash them at banks and check-cashing…
“Armed And Dangerous” Fugitive Arrested At Stamford Hotel After Multi-State Chase “Armed And Dangerous” Fugitive Arrested At Stamford Hotel After Multi-State Chase
“Armed And Dangerous” Fugitive Arrested At Stamford Hotel After Multi-State Chase A man wanted in Vermont and Massachusetts was captured in Stamford after authorities warned he was “armed and dangerous.” Mason Payne, 23, was busted by Stamford officers Tuesday, Aug. 19, after a violent chain of events that started with a domestic assault in Dover, Vermont, authorities said. The case escalated when a Massachusetts State Trooper pulled Payne over on I-91 in Holyoke. Payne dragged the trooper several feet before speeding away, officials added.  Troopers called off the chase out of concern for safety, but put out an alert to police departments in multiple states.  …
ICE Arrests 65 In CT In Retaliatory Operation, Danbury, Stamford Leaders Decry Tactics ICE Arrests 65 In CT In Retaliatory Operation, Danbury, Stamford Leaders Decry Tactics
ICE Arrests 65 In CT In Retaliatory Operation, Danbury, Stamford Leaders Decry Tactics Federal immigration agents launched a sweeping, multi-day raid across Connecticut last week, arresting 65 people in what officials openly admitted was a direct response to the state’s new sanctuary law. The move drew swift condemnation from community leaders, who accused Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of spreading fear through intimidation. ICE’s Boston field office confirmed the crackdown — dubbed “Operation Broken Trust” — was designed to send a warning to lawmakers after Connecticut passed the Trust Act in May. The law limits cooperation between local police and federal immigra…
Man Barricaded In Stamford Luxury Apartment Wanted In NY Theft Case: Police Man Barricaded In Stamford Luxury Apartment Wanted In NY Theft Case: Police
Man Barricaded In Stamford Luxury Apartment Wanted In NY Theft Case: Police A man wanted for financial crimes in New York was arrested after a tense three-hour standoff with Stamford police at a downtown apartment building, authorities said. Jerry Genesis, 34, barricaded himself inside The Urby apartments on Greyrock Place after officers arrived to serve a warrant. When they knocked on the door, Genesis “slammed the door in their faces and refused to come out,” according to police. New York authorities said Genesis had fled the state after posting bail in a theft case. Officials did not disclose what was allegedly stolen. Stamford officers surrounded the building …
Amtrak Rolling Out New High-Speed Trains: What Northeast Travelers Should Know Amtrak Rolling Out New High-Speed Trains: What Northeast Travelers Should Know
Amtrak Rolling Out New High-Speed Trains: What Northeast Travelers Should Know New high-speed trains are about to be available for travelers along the Northeast Corridor. Amtrak will launch five NextGen Acela trains on Thursday, Aug. 28. The upgraded high-speed train will connect major cities like Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. The new trains offer 27% more seats per departure, along with expanded weekday and weekend schedules. "NextGen Acela is more than a new train — it's an evolution of travel," said Amtrak president Roger Harris. "In just a few weeks, history will be made with the debut of NextGen Acela as we launch a new standard f…
Golf Simulator Lounge Coming To City Skyline In New Rochelle: Here's Where Golf Simulator Lounge Coming To City Skyline In New Rochelle: Here's Where
Golf Simulator Lounge Coming To City Skyline In New Rochelle: Here's Where A fast-expanding indoor golf brand is set to open a new location set inside a residential tower in Westchester.  Golf Lounge 18 will open a 7,700-square-foot venue at One Clinton Park in downtown New Rochelle, master developer RXR announced on Tuesday, Aug. 12.  The location, set to open in early 2026, will feature high-tech simulators, curated food and drinks, and a lively, social atmosphere aimed at golfers of all skill levels. Year-round experiences will also include corporate events, leagues, and casual play.  View this post on Instagram …
Ex-Stamford Nurse Who Swapped Painkillers With Saline Gets Prison Sentence: Feds Ex-Stamford Nurse Who Swapped Painkillers With Saline Gets Prison Sentence: Feds
Ex-Stamford Nurse Who Swapped Painkillers With Saline Gets Prison Sentence: Feds A former nurse at a Stamford outpatient surgical clinic will spend five months in prison for tampering with vials of powerful painkillers stolen from the facility. Kristen Carotenuto, 35, of Pelham, New York, admitted to taking hydromorphone and fentanyl from a secure storage area at the clinic where she worked, the U.S. attorney for Connecticut said. Prosecutors said she brought the vials home, used the drugs, then “refilled the vials with either saline or water and returned the tampered vials to the storage area in a location where they could be distributed for patient use.” Federal pros…
'Devastated': Stamford School IDs 12-Year-Old Killed In Hit-Run Crash; Police Have Suspect 'Devastated': Stamford School IDs 12-Year-Old Killed In Hit-Run Crash; Police Have Suspect
'Devastated': Stamford School IDs 12-Year-Old Killed In Hit-Run Crash; Police Have Suspect Brisley Reyes, a 12-year-old boy, has been identified as the victim in a tragic hit-and-run crash over the weekend in Stamford. Police say they have also identified a suspect in connection with his death. Reyes was a soon-to-be seventh grader at Dolan Middle School. "Like so many of you, I am devastated," Principal Joseph Claps III wrote in a message to parents and teachers. "Brisley was a sweet, kind, and joyful child who I had the privilege of getting to know well during his sixth-grade year. His loss is deeply felt by all of us at Dolan." Original Report: 12-Year-Old Killed In Stamfor…
13-Year-Old Killed In Hit-Run Crash; Stamford Police Searching For Driver 13-Year-Old Killed In Hit-Run Crash; Stamford Police Searching For Driver
13-Year-Old Killed In Hit-Run Crash; Stamford Police Searching For Driver Update: Police have identified the boy as 12-year-old Brisley Reyes of Stamford and said they have identified a suspect. Click here for more information. Original: A 12-year-old boy was killed after a car hit him while he was riding a mini bike, police said. The vehicle sped away and left the child to die.  The teen was riding south on Courtland Avenue near 316 Courtland Ave. in Stamford around 8:47 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2. He was with a family member who was on a scooter. For reasons unknown, both had pulled off the travel lane and were sitting on the shoulder of the road when a…
Suspect Hides Under Car On I-95 After Wild Stolen SUV Chase In Greenwich Suspect Hides Under Car On I-95 After Wild Stolen SUV Chase In Greenwich
Suspect Hides Under Car On I-95 After Wild Stolen SUV Chase In Greenwich A stolen SUV, a police chase, and a dramatic foot pursuit across the northbound lanes of I-95 had Greenwich and Stamford police scrambling over the weekend.  Greenwich officers were alerted around 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 27, that a black Jeep Grand Cherokee reported stolen from Stamford was traveling south on I-95. Officers quickly moved into position along the highway to stop it.  Greenwich police used a tire-deflation device to shred the driver's side tires, but the suspects continued south as the damaged wheels disintegrated. Both men inside jumped out of the moving vehicl…
Driver Seriously Injured After SUV Hits Dump Truck In Stamford; 2 Taken To Hospital Driver Seriously Injured After SUV Hits Dump Truck In Stamford; 2 Taken To Hospital
Driver Seriously Injured After SUV Hits Dump Truck In Stamford; 2 Taken To Hospital A driver in Stamford was seriously injured after slamming into the back of a dump truck, authorities said. The crash happened just after 9 p.m. Monday, July 28, on Long Ridge Road as it intersects with Roxbury Road. Stamford police say a 2007 Sterling dump truck was heading south and slowing for a red light when a 2024 Kia EV6 SUV rear-ended it. The SUV was badly damaged, and the driver, a 48-year-old from Stamford, had to be cut from the wreckage, authorities said. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, authorities said.  Police shut down traffic for about hours as …
Far-Right Podcaster Candace Owens Sued By French President For Claiming His Wife's A Man Far-Right Podcaster Candace Owens Sued By French President For Claiming His Wife's A Man
Far-Right Podcaster Candace Owens Sued By French President For Claiming His Wife's A Man French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, have filed a sweeping defamation lawsuit against American far-right commentator Candace Owens.  They accuse her of orchestrating a “a campaign of global humiliation, turning their lives into fodder for profit-driven lies" by repeatedly and knowingly spreading the false claim that France’s first lady is a man. The suit, filed Wednesday, July 23, in Delaware Superior Court, alleges that Owens “disregarded all credible evidence disproving her claim in favor of platforming known conspiracy theorists and proven defame…
‘Good Trouble’ Anti-Trump Protests Set For Thursday: Here's Every One Set In CT ‘Good Trouble’ Anti-Trump Protests Set For Thursday: Here's Every One Set In CT
‘Good Trouble’ Anti-Trump Protests Set For Thursday: Here's Every One Set In CT Five years after the death of civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis, communities across the country will gather on Thursday, July 17, for a national day of peaceful protest aimed at protecting civil rights and confronting the policies of President Donald Trump. Dozens of protests are scheduled across Connecticut (scroll down to find the location nearest you). The campaign, called "Good Trouble Lives On," is organizing hundreds of local protests and community actions to fight back against what organizers call “attacks on our civil and human rights by the Trump administration.” Event…
Police ID Stamford Man Found Dead In Car; Officers Investigating Cause Police ID Stamford Man Found Dead In Car; Officers Investigating Cause
Police ID Stamford Man Found Dead In Car; Officers Investigating Cause Police have identified the 43-year-old Stamford, Connecticut, man who was found unresponsive in a parked vehicle Monday, July 1, and later pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said. Mark Pjetri was found around 1:50 p.m. near Avery Street and Cove Road in Stamford. A caller told police they banged on the vehicle’s windows and shouted to wake him, but Pjetri didn't respond. Officers and paramedics arrived minutes later and pronounced him dead. The cause of death remains under investigation. Investigators ask anyone with information to contact Sgt. Boeger of the Stamford Police De…
Live Grenade Found In Norwalk Triggers Bomb Squad Response; Practice Explosive Also Located Live Grenade Found In Norwalk Triggers Bomb Squad Response; Practice Explosive Also Located
Live Grenade Found In Norwalk Triggers Bomb Squad Response; Practice Explosive Also Located A quiet morning in Norwalk took a tense turn when two separate hand grenades were discovered — one of them live — prompting a swift response from local police and a bomb squad. Officers from the Norwalk Police Department were first called around 10:20 a.m. Monday, June 30, to a home on St. Mary’s Lane, where a resident found a grenade by the side of the road. That device was later determined to be “disabled and inert," authorities said.  But hours later, things got more serious. At about 3:30 p.m., police were dispatched to another report of a found hand grenade, this time in a backya…