POLICE AND FIRE
NCPD Officer Deployment
The New Canaan Police Department recognized Officer Hamilton’s final shift before his deployment with the U.S. Air Force and Connecticut Air National Guard. He will be deployed overseas for several months.
TOWN HALL
BOF Approves Budget
The New Canaan Board of Finance approved a $181.15 million budget for fiscal year 2026, a 3.56% increase from the previous year, with $120.2 million allocated to the Board of Education. Taxation requirements were reduced by $4.1 million, capital expenses by $4.8 million, and taxpayer-supported capital by $1.2 million. The Town Council will hold a public hearing on Apr. 1 and finalize the budget on Apr. 3.
AROUND TOWN
Local Phishing Scam
A phishing scam impersonating New Canaan business Palomino Bazaar has sent over 200 fraudulent PayPal invoices, directing recipients to call an unconnected phone number. The business owner suspects a compromised password led to the breach and has closed the affected PayPal account. The Better Business Bureau advises businesses to monitor for impersonation and to report scams.
LOCAL BUSINESSES AND NONPROFITS
National Charity League Visits Waveny
Recently, Waveny LifeCare Network hosted 32 National Charity League members to explore volunteer opportunities and services. During their visit, they created flower arrangements for short-term rehab patients and donated to The New Canaan Thrift Shop.
Through Our Eyes XIII Exhibit Now Open
The Carriage Barn Arts Center is currently hosting the 13th annual Through Our Eyes XIII exhibition, featuring work by New Canaan High School student artists and showcasing a range of artistic mediums.
NCNC Syrup Making
On March 11th, the New Canaan Nature Center boiled tree sap to produce syrup. Visitors observed the process and learned about maple sugaring.
Author Russell Shorto Visited Library
On March 9th, The New Canaan Library hosted author Russell Shorto for a discussion on his book, Taking Manhattan. He examined historical events that shaped New York and the United States.
Rotary Volunteers Pack Meals
On February 28th and March 1st, Rotarians and volunteers packed meals for Feed My Starving Children at an event organized by Grace Community Church. In a two-hour shift, they packed 36,936 meals, contributing to over 100,000 meals in two days.
Jeanne Gnuse Shares Memoir
Recently, Rotarian Jeanne Gnuse discussed her memoir, The Red Mustang, about her life with her late husband, Tom Gnuse. The book covers his career, their family, and his work with the Tourette’s Foundation. Jeanne wrote her memoir to preserve their family history for future generations.
PEOPLE IN TOWN
Keira Named CT Distinguished Young Woman
Recently, Keira Zheng ’25, a Rye Country Day senior and New Canaan resident, was named Connecticut’s 2025 Distinguished Young Woman. She also received the peer-voted Spirit Award. Zheng will compete for the national title in June.
SCHOOLS
SLS Wins Quiz Bowl
St. Luke’s Middle School Quiz Bowl team ended their winter season with a win against nationally ranked Middlesex Middle School. The team has been competing for three years and participates in after-school matches during the winter and spring.
NCHS Juniors Attend Broadway
Recently, New Canaan High School juniors attended a Broadway production of The Great Gatsby after studying the novel in class, gaining insight into how it was adapted for the stage.
NCHS Career Night
New Canaan High School’s Career Night took place on March 12th, featuring 17 panels with professionals from various industries. Seniors in the Senior Internship Program attended, while other students were encouraged to participate. The event included New Canaan High School alumni and industry experts, with sessions consisting of introductions and a Q&A.
NCCS Second Graders Art Class
Recently, second-graders at New Canaan Country School have been practicing color layering by painting Japanese koi fish with watercolors. They apply translucent washes to observe how colors blend and create depth. The lesson covers basic techniques in color interaction and traditional Japanese art.
NCCS Celebration of American Indian
On March 3rd, New Canaan Country School fourth-grade students held a Celebration of American Indians, featuring stories, songs, dances, and traditional games. The event marked the conclusion of a half-year study, which included an in-house field trip to examine Indigenous artifacts. Students explored history through research, creative expression, and hands-on learning.
Book Challenge at Saxe
Recently, Six Saxe Middle School students completed the 40 Book Challenge. Their top book selections included The Walls Around Us, Lovely War, I Was Born for This, The Inheritance Games, The Housemaid’s Secret, and Keeper of the Lost Cities: Unraveled.
OUR NEIGHBORS
Warehouse Proposed for Former WWE Site
V20 Group has proposed a 112,757-square-foot warehouse on the former WWE production site on Hamilton Avenue, which it purchased last year for $7.5 million. The facility would accommodate up to three tenants and include parking, loading zones, and infrastructure updates. The city’s land use agencies will review the project, which requires site plan approval and a special permit.
Recalled Cookie Dough
Wave Hill Breads in Norwalk has recalled four frozen cookie dough products due to undeclared allergens, including wheat, milk, and soy. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection warned of potential health risks for those with allergies. Customers can return the product for a full refund.
