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Sandra Diamond Fox

Sandra is the editor of the Ridgefield Press and The New Milford Spectrum. She is a contributor to The News-Times.

Stories By Sandra Diamond Fox

Popular chocolate shop in Ridgefield to move to larger location

A Ridgefield chocolate shop is relocating to a larger building, allowing co-owners Deborah Ann Backes and Michael Grissmer to make cakes and offer more seating. Sandra Diamond Fox

Washington's proposed day care needs a new home

A proposal to create the day care in Region 12 schools' Central Office building posed "significant concerns," but officials remain committed to opening the facility. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield Pride youth, family support groups offer camaraderie

RidgefieldCTPride, a nonprofit that brings awareness to the LGBTQ+ community, offers two support groups — one for youth and another for families and friends. Sandra Diamond Fox

He delivered mail from his Camaro. 48 years later, he's retiring

After nearly 50 years at the New Milford Post Office, Patrick Costello might know your address by heart. He's had about a dozen roles in the post office. Sandra Diamond Fox

Residents approve new 'longer life' fire trucks for Ridgefield

Ridgefield residents unanimously approved the purchase of two new fire trucks for about $1.8 million — a purchase that's greatly needed, First Selectmen Rudy Marconi said. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield Selectmen delay vote on affordable housing plan

After many months of meetings on Ridgefield's Affordable Housing Plan, Selectmen delayed voting on it. They will hold a meeting to hear public input. Sandra Diamond Fox

In a unanimous vote at Wednesday's Special Town Meeting, residents approved about $230,000 in school safety improvements at Ridgefield schools. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield students find comfort in handling dogs at school

Students at Scotts Ridge Middle School take comfort in handling dogs in their classroom. The program works with dogs that were trained at Guiding Eyes. Sandra Diamond Fox

New Milford couple concerned about family in Puerto Rico

New Milford residents Luis and Jesenia Cintron have struggled to reach some of their family after Hurricane Fiona hit the island of Puerto Rico. Sandra Diamond Fox

The fourth draft of the town's controversial Affordable Housing Plan is up for a possible vote Wednesday night at a meeting. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield teacher who loved volunteering, music dies from COVID

Jennifer Mason, a longtime teacher in the Ridgefield schools, died last week after a long battle with COVID-19. Her colleagues, friends and family mourn her death. Sandra Diamond Fox

Why a New Milford homeless shelter is closing

The organization has had few calls for services since the start of COVID-19, and the community has taken a different approach to getting people housed. Sandra Diamond Fox

In New Milford and Danbury, protesters are split on abortion

A group gathers weekly on the New Milford Green in support of a woman’s right to choose an abortion. But others want abortion to end. By Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield street to close this weekend for construction project

Construction crews will be working on the Main Street Project from Friday evening, Sept. 16 at 10 p.m. to Sunday morning, Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. By Sandra Diamond Fox

HomeGoods set for grand opening at new Ridgefield location

HomeGoods opens a location in Ridgefield in space previously occupied by Kohl’s. A grand opening will be held Thursday. By Sandra Diamond Fox

Aquarion project to bring public water to Ridgefield neighborhood

Residents overwhelmingly approved an Aquarion Water Company project that will eventually enable Ridgefield High School and Scotts Ridge Middle School have access to public water. By Sandra Diamond Fox

CT man credited as first person to raise U.S. flag at Ground Zero

Rich Miller, a Bridgewater resident and former NYPD officer, was the first person to raise the American flag after the 9/11 attacks. By Sandra Diamond Fox

Bagelman’s fourth location to open in New Milford

Bagelman, which has locations in Danbury and Brookfield, will take over Bagel Barn in New Milford. The latter closed due to staffing shortages. By Sandra Diamond Fox

How the Danbury area is honoring the 21st anniversary of 9/11

Community members will gather at ceremonies in the Danbury area to reflect and honor the victims and first responders of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. By Sandra Diamond Fox, Kendra Baker and Trevor Ballantyne

Ridgefield overwhelmingly bans marijuana sales

After three public hearings and much commentary at selectmen meetings, 77 percent of voters at a Wednesday meeting approved an ordinance prohibiting cannabis business in town. By Sandra Diamond Fox