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Route 57 Night Resurfacing Work Begins June 22 In Westport Route 57 Night Resurfacing Work Begins June 22 In Westport
Route 57 Night Resurfacing Work Begins June 22 In Westport WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Connecticut Department of Transportation asks residents to use caution and seek alternate routes, allowing for extra time during the following road resurfacing projects in Westport. Milling began Tuesday at midnight and will continue to Friday monring, June 24 on Route 57. Paving of Route 33 (Wilton Road) to the overlap of Route 136 (Main Street) will be done Monday, July 11 to Wednesday, July 14. The area currently under construction at North Compo Road, Route 57 and Clinton Avenue is not included in the paving project.  Adjustments to the proposed schedule will be…

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Schools
Putnam Valley Celebrates Valedictorian, Salutatorian Putnam Valley Celebrates Valedictorian, Salutatorian
Putnam Valley Celebrates Valedictorian, Salutatorian PUTNAM VALLEY, N.Y. -- Two graduating Putnam Valley High School seniors were celebrated for their achievements at the recent Scholastic Dinner held in Tarrytown.School valedictorian, Jadyn Marshall and salutatorian, Stephanie Wagner were honored at the dinner celebrated at a recent Scholastic Achievement dinner by the Lower Hudson Council of School Superintendents. "It was an honor to attend this year's dinner with these remarkable young ladies. Their futures are bright. These girls have truly been involved in their school community and the broader Putnam Valley community," said Su…

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Schools
Wallington Music Teacher Honored Wallington Music Teacher Honored
Wallington Music Teacher Honored WALLINGTON, N.J. -- Wallington Public Schools has selected teacher Don Lopuzzo as Best Educational Professional of the Month, according to an announcement.Lopuzzo teaches elementary and high school music. He joined the district two years ago. He is being honored for his efforts, including leading the concert band, and recently prepared his students for two spring concerts, the Memorial Day Parade, Teen Arts night, the High Note Music Festival, Senior Awards and Graduation ceremonies.

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Police & Fire
Neighbor Finds Cable Repairman Who Broke Neck Falling Off Roof In Stamford Neighbor Finds Cable Repairman Who Broke Neck Falling Off Roof In Stamford
Neighbor Finds Cable Repairman Who Broke Neck Falling Off Roof In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- A cable repairman fell off a Stamford roof Sunday and remained lying with injuries until a resident out walking a dog heard him cry for help and called 911, according to the Stamford Advocate.The repairman suffered a broken arm, shoulder and neck in the incident, which occurred on Lynam Road, the Advocate reported. Click here to read the Stamford Advocate story.

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Lifestyle
Wallethub Ranks Connecticut As Worst State For Summer Road Trips Wallethub Ranks Connecticut As Worst State For Summer Road Trips
Wallethub Ranks Connecticut As Worst State For Summer Road Trips FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Connecticut did not fare well on "2016’s Best & Worst States for Summer Road Trips," landing at No. 50 of 50 on the list according to WalletHub.com.The No. 46, 47. 48 and 49 spots, respectively, is where Michigan, North Dakota, Mississippi and Alaska were ranked, the report said. Wondering by now what the top summer road trip places are? Oregon, Nevada, Utah, North Carolina and Minnesota, WalletHub.com said. The personal finance social media network's outcomes came from analyzing such areas as highest and lowest average gas prices, lowest and highes…

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Police & Fire
Car Hits Scaffolding In Early Morning Yonkers Crash Car Hits Scaffolding In Early Morning Yonkers Crash
Car Hits Scaffolding In Early Morning Yonkers Crash YONKERS, N.Y. -- A driver went to the hospital but should be OK after crashing into a scaffolding early Monday at the corner of Carly and Saratoga avenues in Yonkers, reported News 12.The incident happened just after midnight, said the report. Click here to read the News 12 report.

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Sports
Yonkers V. France Drivers' Cup Wraps Up In Paris Yonkers V. France Drivers' Cup Wraps Up In Paris
Yonkers V. France Drivers' Cup Wraps Up In Paris YONKERS, N.Y. -- Five drivers from Yonkers Raceway will compete June 24 and June 26 in the second leg of the inaugural Yonkers v. France Drivers' Cup at the Hippodrome de Vincennes, Paris, France.The team will be led by points-leader Jordan Stratton. The first leg saw Stratton win both Yonkers’ races on March 20, one in a dead-heat with Yonkers captain Jason Bartlett.  The locals won the opening round, 85 points to 47 (points awarded as 17/12/9/7/6/5/4/3/2/1, with five given in the event of a scratch). In addition to Bartlett and Stratton, Tyler Buter, Dan Dube and Pat Lachance are represe…

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Politics
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin's Clean-Energy Vehicle Bill Passes Assemblywoman Amy Paulin's Clean-Energy Vehicle Bill Passes
Assemblywoman Amy Paulin's Clean-Energy Vehicle Bill Passes SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- A clean-energy vehicle charging bill by Assemblywoman Amy Paulin of Scarsdale has passed the State Assembly.Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie and Energy Committee Chair Paulin announced the legislation. It would "incentivize the purchase and use of electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and hydrogen vehicles by requiring the state’s largest electric utilities to offer a rate structure for vehicle battery charging," said the release. “My hope is that through the provisions of this bill the Public Service Commission and the utilities will work together to design…

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Lifestyle
Scarsdale Candy Store Sweetens Fourth Of July Celebrations Scarsdale Candy Store Sweetens Fourth Of July Celebrations
Scarsdale Candy Store Sweetens Fourth Of July Celebrations SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Scarsdale candy shop, Imagine Candy, has an array of items for Fourth of July celebrations, according to a release.The selections include decorated "pool noddles" and a five-foot "gummy bear float. Salted caramels from Montana, chocolate covered cherries from Oregon, dark pecan toffee from North Carolina, and English mints made with a peppermint oil and dark chocolate available in creams, crisps, and discs are all available. The store is at 22 Harwood Court, Scarsdale.

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Politics
Supreme Court Upholds Connecticut's Assault Weapons Bans Supreme Court Upholds Connecticut's Assault Weapons Bans
Supreme Court Upholds Connecticut's Assault Weapons Bans BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge and upheld Connecticut's assault weapon and large-capacity magazine ban, according to a Hartford Courant report.These are two components of the gun law were passed after the December 2012 shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, according to the Hartford Courant. Plaintiffs, composed of dealers of firearms, shooting enthusiasts, gun owners and right-wing activists supporting the Second Amendment, filed a lawsuit against Connecticut in federal court because they claim it violates gun ownership in self-defense, a const…

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