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Could Katia Follow in Irene's Footsteps?

The storm, which is developing over the Atlantic, reached hurricane strength late Wednesday.

Top News September 1, 2011 at 12:35 pm

'Irene' Name Retired From Atlantic Hurricane List

The storm caused 49 deaths and $15.8 billion in damage; it battered Darien on Aug. 28.

Top News April 15, 2012 at 09:45 pm

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Will Hurricane Irene Threaten Irene's Wedding?

Irene Rios and Darien Director of Health David Knauf are set to tie the knot Sunday, right as…

Top News October 18, 2011 at 07:05 am

Hurricane Irene: Live Discussion Board

Developments from across the region as the storm comes ashore.

Top News August 29, 2011 at 09:37 am

Irene's Wrath: Updates From the Storm (Aug. 24-28)

Darien residents began surveying the damage Sunday as strong winds continued to buffet the…

Top News November 5, 2011 at 09:07 pm

Obama Declares Emergency in Connecticut

The move will bring federal resources to bear during the hurricane.

Government August 27, 2011 at 05:12 pm

CL&P Makes Preparations for Irene, Advises Caution

“We plan for the worst and hope for the best," CL&P president Jeff Butler said in a statement.

Top News August 26, 2011 at 04:23 pm

Could Isaac Be Another Irene?

Still too early to tell, but weather folks are keeping an eye out on a storm that may (or may…

Top News August 21, 2012 at 12:29 am

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Gov: Hurricane Sandy Could be a '36-Hour Storm'

The governor said the state is preparing for a moderate to worst-case scenario and the…

Government October 26, 2012 at 06:39 pm

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Town Officials Urge Evacuations, 'Common Sense'

Darien High School will open as shelter Saturday at 5 p.m.

Government August 28, 2011 at 08:11 pm

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Darien Scores and Standings, Aug. 30

Patch's daily digest of Darien sports.

Sports August 30, 2011 at 12:52 am

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DSS: 171 Private Citizens Committed D-Snap Fraud

A spokesperson for the state Department of Social Services says legal action is possible,…

Government May 25, 2012 at 05:57 pm

Gov. Malloy: Sandy Damage Totals $360 Million and Rising

Connecticut reportedly suffered more than a $1 billion in damage from Hurricane Irene a year…

Top News November 16, 2012 at 05:34 pm

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Hurricane Sandy Gets Closer, Now at Category 2

Could Connecticut again get hit by a major October storm?

Top News October 26, 2012 at 12:52 am

UPDATE: American Red Cross Preps for & Has Advice on…

In this news release (original attached to this article) the American Red Cross in Connecticut…

Top News October 26, 2012 at 08:33 pm

Gov's Small Policy Changes for Hurricane-Harried

The governor signed the orders today.

Government October 30, 2012 at 02:56 am

Malloy Considers Travel Ban

The governor says he wants everyone off the state's highways by Sunday morning and urged…

Government August 27, 2011 at 11:26 pm

Darien High School Opens as Shelter

Officials urge people to bring food, medicines, and extra clothing.

Government August 28, 2011 at 05:27 pm

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Malloy Seeks $3.2 Billion For Hurricane Sandy Cleanup

The money is part of $81 billion being sought by Connecticut, New York and New Jersey.

Government November 30, 2012 at 04:04 pm

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Irene's Surge Into Noroton Bay [Clarification]

The possibility of Long Island Sound streaming into your house is part of the deal when you…

Around Town September 3, 2011 at 01:46 am

Slideshow: Darien Preps for the Storm

Scenes from around town Friday.

Around Town August 28, 2011 at 01:25 am

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With Outages Abundant, Businesses Get Creative

Owners are offering free showers and freezer space.

Business September 1, 2011 at 02:37 pm

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Stevenson: Restoration Coming to Several Areas by Saturday…

Here is First Selectman Jayme Stevenson's Saturday afternoon update of Darien's storm…

Top News November 3, 2012 at 11:13 pm

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Man Posing as Hospital Valet Steals Jaguar

Unusual arrests and investigations from the area.

Police & Fire September 3, 2011 at 04:06 am

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Weekend Calendar, Aug. 26-28: Shrek, Sales, and South…

A roundup of some of the best events across the area.

Entertainment August 25, 2011 at 07:38 pm

Archive: Hurricane Sandy News Center for Darien

Here's where we put the older news from "Hurricane Sandy News Center for Darien"

Top News November 2, 2012 at 08:18 pm

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State's Task Force Wants $100,000 per Town for Tree…

The special task force was formed earlier this year and charged with reviewing vegetation…

Government September 5, 2012 at 04:10 pm

Board of Ed Tweaks Square Footage Needs, Accepts Gift of…

The board also approved a Chinese exchange trip Tuesday.

Schools October 14, 2011 at 11:46 am

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Letters: Republican Selectmen Are 'Competent and Tech-Savvy'…

But Carol Caufield writes that the costs of the shuffle project are 'spiraling out of…

Top News October 10, 2011 at 06:17 am