Darien Times

The Darien Times is a weekly publication from HAN Network that comes out every Thursday. It focuses on news from Darien, including local politics, sports, schools, and feature articles. Additionally, it features a monthly arts and entertainment section and includes columns written by local contributors. For residents of Darien, subscriptions are free and delivered to their homes every Thursday. If you're not a subscriber, you can purchase a copy for $1 at newsstands.

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Darien's annual Sidewalk Sales opens registration, P2P benefit breaks record and other news

4 days ago | darientimes.com | Mollie Hersh

Sidewalk Sales registration to open next weekRegistration for the upcoming Darien Summer Sidewalk Sales will officially open on May 1, the Darien Chamber of Commerce announced. Article continues below this adThe Darien Summer Sidewalk Sales will take place July 10, 11 and 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Spots are anticipated to go fast, so early registration is encouraged.
Darien officials OK $100 fine for off-leash dogs on Great Island and other town properties

5 days ago | darientimes.com | Mollie Hersh

DARIEN — People caught letting their furry friends off leash downtown or on Great Island may face a hefty new penalty, though some have doubts about how it will be enforced. Ahead of expanded dog access on Great Island, the Board of Selectmen recommended implementing a $100 fine, plus administrative fees, for people who let their dogs off-leash on town property. The Representative Town Meeting approved the figure Monday night.
Newtown passes $141 million budget that will bring 6% increase in tax rate

5 days ago | darientimes.com | Rob Ryser

NEWTOWN — Voters in town passed a $141 million municipal spending plan Tuesday for the upcoming budget year that carries a 6% tax rate increase. Unofficial results on Tuesday night showed voters passing the town portion of the budget by a margin of 2,479 to 1,777 and the school portion of the budget by a margin of 2,432 to 1,832. Article continues below this ad"Incredibly, it went well.
Student loans in default to be referred to debt collection, Education Department says

6 days ago | darientimes.com | Annie Ma

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Education Department will begin collection next month on student loans that are in default, including the garnishing of wages for potentially millions of borrowers, officials said Monday. Currently, roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans. Article continues below this adThe Trump administration’s announcement marks an end to a period of leniency that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ethiopians celebrate Easter with calls for charity and peace

1 week ago | darientimes.com | Samuel Getachew

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — Ethiopians marked Easter festivities Sunday with vows to embrace sacrifice, love and peace in a country facing armed conflict and other challenges. During Fasika, as Easter is known, Christians of all denominations — including the majority Orthodox group — come together to celebrate Jesus Christ's death and resurrection.
Newington High senior among 4 killed and 1 injured in Willard Avenue crash, police say

1 week ago | darientimes.com | Jarrod Wardwell |Richard Chumney

NEWINGTON — Four people were killed and another person was injured Saturday when three vehicles collided at an intersection near the Indian Hill Country Club, police said. The fatal crash took place around 9 a.m. in the area Willard and Greenlawn avenues, according to Lt. Ryan Deane, a spokesperson for the Newington Police Department. Article continues below this adDeane said that despite immediate life-saving efforts four of the victims involved in the crash were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Ford issues two recalls for more than 148,000 vehicles. Here's which car models are impacted

1 week ago | darientimes.com | Jayden Nguyen

Ford Motor Company issued two recalls for more than 148,000 of its vehicles on Thursday, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Four Ford car models are impacted by the recalls. Ford issued a recall due to a fluid leak that could reduce braking performance and increase stopping distance for 123,611 of its vehicles. The fluid leak recall affects certain 2017-18 Ford F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator models.
China’s leader ends Southeast Asia tour that touted Beijing's reliability vs. US tariff threats

1 week ago | darientimes.com | Sopheng Cheang |Grant Peck

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday completed a two-day state visit to Cambodia, capping a three-nation Southeast Asia tour promoting Beijing's reliability as the region faces economic uncertainty due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff proposals. China has been strongly increasing its influence in the region over the past decade, largely by exercising its substantial economic leverage.
15 things to do this weekend in Connecticut

1 week ago | darientimes.com | Jamila Young

The Hartford Stage will feature a production of the play "Romeo & Juliet" from Thursday, April 17 through May 18. Check the website for showtimes. 50 Church St., Hartford. Article continues below this ad'Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live'HartfordThe "Sailor Moon" anime will be staged as a musical at the Bushnell Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m.The 2.5D musical will feature music and choreography. 166 Capitol Ave., Hartford.
Six candidates vying to replace outgoing Connecticut inspector general

1 week ago | darientimes.com | Bruno Matarazzo Jr.

An appellate court judge, two superior court judges, a retired prosecutor and two criminal defense attorneys are vying to be the state's next inspector general, a high-profile position created in 2020 to investigate and potentially prosecute police-involved shootings and in-custody deaths. The Criminal Justice Commission on April 29 will interview the six candidates and is expected to make a selection. Article continues below this adThe candidates for the position are Waterbury attorney Leonard M.