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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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Drop And Give Me 50: Push-Up Challenge Supports Hole In The Wall Gang Camp Drop And Give Me 50: Push-Up Challenge Supports Hole In The Wall Gang Camp
Drop And Give Me 50: Push-Up Challenge Supports Hole In The Wall Gang Camp WESTPORT, Conn. — How many push-ups do you think you can do in an hour? Find out — and support a good cause — this Sunday, June 4, at the 8th annual Push Against Cancer for Kids, a fundraiser for The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. Hosted by the Westport Police Department and Mental Grit Fitness of Fairfield County, the event encourages individuals and teams from across the state to test their strength and determination by doing push-ups for a full hour. The challenge runs from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, with an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. All ages and…

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Lifestyle
Fairfield Wants You To Brainstorm About Black Rock Turnpike Fairfield Wants You To Brainstorm About Black Rock Turnpike
Fairfield Wants You To Brainstorm About Black Rock Turnpike FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Sick of the traffic on Black Rock Turnpike? Have creative ideas to make it more bike and walker friendly? Make your voice heard! The town is using a $375,000 state grant to explore alternatives on the state road and is inviting residents to an informal meeting on the topic at 7 p.m., June 7, in the all-purpose room at Osborn Hill Elementary School, 760 Stilton Road. The meeting will include a brief introduction of the project and goals followed by small group break-out sessions. The study will focus primarily on the area from Tunxis Hill Cut-Off to Tahmore Drive. Can’t…

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Business
Moo-ving In: Fairfield Butcher Shop Offers Samples, Demos This Weekend Moo-ving In: Fairfield Butcher Shop Offers Samples, Demos This Weekend
Moo-ving In: Fairfield Butcher Shop Offers Samples, Demos This Weekend FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Fire up the backyard grills, carnivores! After a soft launch last week, Custom Meats of Fairfield will officially open its doors Saturday with a daylong celebration featuring samples of succulent pulled pork, steak and burgers and demonstrations by head butcher Tim Frosina. “We opened last Tuesday and business has been great so far,” said owner Jeff Cutshall. “The community seems to value and appreciate the fact that we are entirely local, organic, and produce all our products in house. “Many have come in asking if we carry a specific cut and it's a pleasure to let them…

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Neighbors
Colon, Kry Headline Fairfield Concert Fundraiser For Trumbull Tot Colon, Kry Headline Fairfield Concert Fundraiser For Trumbull Tot
Colon, Kry Headline Fairfield Concert Fundraiser For Trumbull Tot TRUMBULL, Conn. — “The Voice” winner Javier Colon and Connecticut-born recording artist April Kry will perform at a Fairfield fundraiser for a Trumbull toddler battling a rare disorder. Tickets are sold out for Saturday’s benefit at the Gaelic-American Club, but supporters can still make donations to help 1-year-old Cameron “Cam” Simpson and his family find a cure for Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood or AHC. The disorder is characterized by recurrent attacks of temporary paralysis, stiffness and unusual eye movements. There is currently no cure. Earlier this year, 11 CrossFit gyms acros…

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Lifestyle
Expect A Roarin' Good Time At Annual Zoo Bash In Bridgeport Expect A Roarin' Good Time At Annual Zoo Bash In Bridgeport
Expect A Roarin' Good Time At Annual Zoo Bash In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Animal lovers — and those who fancy wine, beer and a little nosh — will converge on Beardsley Zoo June 3 for the annual Wild Wine, Beer and Food Safari. The benefit, which takes place from 6 to 9 p.m., features tasty treats from a slew of local eateries, an 80-item silent auction and live tunes by the Fake ID Band on stage at the Peacock Pavilion. “This event sells out every year and it’s easy to understand why,” said Zoo Director Gregg Dancho. “What could be better than enjoying the zoo on a beautiful early summer night while sampling food, wine and beer, with live musi…

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Lifestyle
All Aboard! Westport Chamber Announces Tuesday Train-Side Fun All Aboard! Westport Chamber Announces Tuesday Train-Side Fun
All Aboard! Westport Chamber Announces Tuesday Train-Side Fun WESTPORT, Conn. — Looking to wind down after the usual commuting grind? The Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce has just the ticket. Tuesdays @ The Train is a new monthly get-together featuring music, games and local food, beer and wine in Luciano Park near the Saugatuck station. Sponsored by First County Bank, the evenings will run from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on June 27, July 18 and August 8. Participating restaurants will include Dunville’s, Viva Zapata’s, NewBrook Kitchen and Saugatuck Sweets. Games for all ages will feature giant Jenga, bocce, corn hole and more. For more, visit the chamb…

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Lifestyle
Something Fishy Planned For Former Chubby's In Bridgeport Something Fishy Planned For Former Chubby's In Bridgeport
Something Fishy Planned For Former Chubby's In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — The bustling restaurant scene along Black Rock’s Fairfield Avenue will welcome a new tenant this summer. Mr. Crab Seafood & Bar is expected to open this summer in the space most recently occupied by the popular Chubby’s Pub. Chubby’s owner Chris Delmonico and business partner Niall O’Neill will turn their attention to their more recent ventures, Lazy Dog Tavern in Stratford and Oxford’s Old Dog Tavern, as well as The Crabby Dog Tavern, set to open on Beach Drive in Stratford soon. Want to keep up to date on Mr. Crab’s progress? Visit its Facebook page.

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Historic Slave Ship Sails Into Bridgeport Seaport Historic Slave Ship Sails Into Bridgeport Seaport
Historic Slave Ship Sails Into Bridgeport Seaport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A replica of the 19th-century slave ship the Amistad will drop anchor in Black Rock Harbor today, bringing with it a world of educational opportunities on history and social issues that still resonate today. Built in Connecticut and launched from Mystic in 2000, the Amistad will be at Captain’s Cove Seaport through June 14 for school groups and residents who wish to tour it or take one of several planned sails. “We are thrilled to be able to host such a great historical and educational feature as a visitor’s destination at Captain’s Cove in Bridgeport,” Mayor Ganim said.…

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Destination Bridgeport: Barnum Festival Is Fixture Of Seaside Staycation Destination Bridgeport: Barnum Festival Is Fixture Of Seaside Staycation
Destination Bridgeport: Barnum Festival Is Fixture Of Seaside Staycation BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Got a few extra vacation days lyin’ around? Looking to ditch the traffic jams and really kick back for a relaxing long weekend? Why not spend a fun-filled summer staycation right here in the greater Bridgeport area? The Park City is the perfect place to start, especially this month with the 2017 Barnum Festival in full swing. Many events make up the annual tribute to the circus showman, but the grand finale is not to be missed. BARNUM BLAST: Swing by Seaside Park on June 24 for Barnumpalooza, a free, all-day festival featuring food trucks, live music and carnival rides …

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Fairfield's Town Librarian Checks Out After A Decade Of Service Fairfield's Town Librarian Checks Out After A Decade Of Service
Fairfield's Town Librarian Checks Out After A Decade Of Service FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Karen Ronald has resigned as town librarian to spend time with her family and to move out of state. Her resignation is effective June 1, First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced Wednesday. Ronald has worked for the Fairfield Public Library for more than 10 years. She first served as deputy town librarian before becoming town librarian for seven years. “Karen’s love for learning and her ability to recognize and help meet the needs of our community have been instrumental in the success of both the Main Library and the Fairfield Woods Branch Library,” Tetreau said. Ronald h…

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