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Meredith Guinness

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mguinness@dailyvoice.com

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Meredith Guinness was formerly a Daily Voice reporter covering breaking news and community features in Fairfield County.

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Lifestyle

Fairfield Museum Preserves Painted Peek Into Bridgeport's Past BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A 70-year-old mural depicting a bustling Black Rock Harbor scene in a former neighborhood bank has been preserved while the building is being remodeled into housing and retail space. On display in the former Black Rock Bank & Trust since the 1940s, “Old Black Rock Harbor About 1810” was saved by the Fairfield Museum & History Center in partnership with the Black Rock History Committee. “Through the generosity of the building’s new owner, Tom Quinn, this important part of Black Rock’s artistic history has been donated to the Fairfield Museum and will be preserved …

by Meredith Guinness

09/29/2017

Business

Bridgeport Plant Touts Fast Medical Waste Processing, '2nd Chance' Jobs BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Bridgeport welcomed the state’s first medical waste facility of its kind to the city’s burgeoning eco-technology park, touting 25 to 30 new jobs and a commitment to second chance opportunities for local residents. “If you want to work hard, we have a job for you,” said Charlie Dippolito Jr., who owns Future Healthcare Systems. Based in a re-configured South Avenue factory space that has been vacant for 17 years, the company has been up and running for about a month, processing medical waste from local nursing homes and other facilities, Dippolito said. Those gathered fo…

by Meredith Guinness

09/29/2017

Lifestyle

Is Broadway's "Hamilton" Sold Out? How About Fairfield's "Martin Luther?" FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Can’t snag a ticket to “Hamilton,” a musical about the country’s first Secretary of the Treasury? Might we interest you in “Martin Luther, Rebel Priest,” a musical touting the attributes of another unlikely personality — the leader of the Protestant Reformation? Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church is marking the 500th anniversary of the Reformation with a free performance of the historical musical on October 15. The play stars professional performers Richard Weidlich and Luther and David Victor as the narrator, as well as amateur performers from the OSLC Players. Luther’s wif…

by Meredith Guinness

09/28/2017

Schools

Five Bridgeport Students Earn Scholarships For West Indian American Group BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — The West Indian American Association of Greater Bridgeport will celebrate its 20th annual Scholarship Banquet on Saturday, honoring five local college freshmen. This year’s recipients are Bridgeport residents Asha Robinson and Katrina Green, Stratford residents Shannon Mullings and Kaya Wells and Zinnia Hall of Milford. Hall and Mullings both attend the University of Connecticut. Robinson attends the University of Bridgeport. Wells is a student at Florida Southern College and Green attends Drexel University. The nonprofit social organization will also honor PSEG with …

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

Neighbors

Bridgeport Announces Four Hurricane Relief Efforts For Puerto Rico BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — The City of Bridgeport has announced four relief efforts for those who’ve been ravaged by hurricanes in Puerto Rico. The Council of Churches is accepting monetary donations for Convey of Hope at Church of God Center of Life, 594 Harral Avenue. Drop-off times are: from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays; and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information, call Pastor Yolanda Hernandez at 203-449-4386. The Greater Bridgeport United & Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County will accept monetary donations for the American Red Cross fr…

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

Lifestyle

Westport Restaurant Week Expands For More Tasty Options WESTPORT, Conn. — Maybe they should call it Westport Restaurant Two Weeks. This year the much-anticipated showcase of in-town eateries will run from Oct. 1 to Oct. 15 to allow Fairfield County foodies time to sample a few of the many restaurants participating. “Our restaurants have embraced this event wholeheartedly, making it very robust. People will need the two weeks,” said Matthew Mandell, executive director of the Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce, which organizes the event. This year’s event also involves a few price points rather than one price for all restaurants, be they modest…

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

Police & Fire

Shelton Police: Man Came To Headquarters To Pick Up Bag Of Crack SHELTON, Conn. — A 23-year-old Waterbury man was arrested Monday after he reclaimed a bag from Shelton police — a bag police say contained crack cocaine. Earlier in the day, Shelton officers responded to an incident involving Davie McMillian, police said. Hours after the incident, someone called Shelton Police to say McMillian had left a bag behind at the scene and it appeared to contain some type of drugs, police said. The caller wanted to turn it over to the police. Shelton officers responded to the scene to retrieve the bag, which officers confirmed contained “a moderate amount of crack…

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

Neighbors

Sen. Marilyn Moore To Honor Six Trumbull Residents For Integrity TRUMBULL, Conn. — State Sen. Marilyn Moore (D-22) on Thursday will honor six Trumbull residents with her Trumbull Integrity Award. Edward Gillespie, Jennifer Gillis, Paulette Mack, Jeffrey Kunkel, Michael Silva and Matthew Wheeler will each be recognized at a 7 p.m. ceremony at Trumbull Town Hall, 5866 Main Street. The award recognizes town residents who personify “a state of incorruptibility, soundness and completeness.”

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

Lifestyle

'The Bruce Springsteen of Israel' To Perform At Fairfield University FAIRFIELD, Conn. — David Broza, dubbed the “Bruce Springsteen of Israel,” will take his musical message of peace to Fairfield University’s Quick Center for the Arts on Oct. 1. Renowned for his humanitarian work, Broza will offer “East Jerusalem West Jerusalem,” a project that documents in film and music an oasis of harmony in Palestinian East Jerusalem, where the singer-songwriter recorded his new album with American, Palestinian and Israeli musicians. The event, which includes a screening of the film, a performance and a talkback, is sponsored by the Federation for Jewish Philanthropy of U…

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

Neighbors

Worthy Residents, Town Employees Wanted In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Do you know a town resident or employee who goes the extra mile? Why not nominate him or her for Fairfielder or Town Employee of the Year? The Fairfield Board of Selectmen is looking for worthy candidates in the 14th annual search of notables. “Our town is very fortunate to have devoted employees and countless residents who go above and beyond to give back to our community and make a positive impact,” said First Selectman Mike Tetreau. Any member of the public, including town and school employees, can submit nominations for either or both awards until noon on Nov. 13. …

by Meredith Guinness

09/27/2017

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