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Sandra Diamond Fox

Sandra Fox is the editor of the Ridgefield Press and The New Milford Spectrum.

Stories By Sandra Diamond Fox

1 district willing to accept Danbury students for Open Choice

Redding schools will accept eight Danbury kindergartners and first graders next academic year through the state's Open Choice program. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield sisters to open Queen B coffee shop on Jan. 31

After a nearly one year delay, Heather and Jennifer Bellizzi have set an opening date for their coffee shop, Queen Bee Coffee Company -- Jan. 31. Sandra Diamond Fox

Crashes on Route 7 in New Milford lead to calls for street lights

State Rep. Bill Buckbee, R-New Milford, proposed a bill to the state that would require the installation of additional lighting along Route 7 in town. Sandra Diamond Fox

Dozens gather for abortion-rights rally in New Milford

The hourlong rally marked the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the landmark case that granted abortion rights that was struck down in June. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield considers selling Pond's Edge for 100 housing units

Pond's Edge is an 8.5- to 10-acre property at the former Benrus Watch Corporation and entrance to the Route 7 sewer plant. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield Little League mourns death of Dave Buckley, 51

Dave Buckley, a Ridgefield resident of eight years, died after a brief illness. He was known for his involvement in town sports and activities. Sandra Diamond Fox

CT superintendent's upbringing inspired her to pursue education

Ridgefield Schools Superintendent Susie Da Silva's parents grew up very poor on a farm in Portugal. They instilled in her strong values that she lives by today. Sandra Diamond Fox

Abortion-rights group plans Bigger than Roe rally in New Milford

The group changed its name to Act Local New Milford, and Jackie Eaton is planning a weekend rally to fight for abortion rights and more. Sandra Diamond Fox

Branch falls on Ridgefield school's play structure during recess

No one was hurt, but several students were sent home to be evaluated after the branch damaged a play structure at Barlow Mountain Elementary School Sandra Diamond Fox

New Ridgefield event planner to coordinate downtown activities

Mike Liberta, an 82-year-old former downtown Ridgefield business owner, will be responsible for planning four events in town. Sandra Diamond Fox

CT leaders want to stop YouTubers filming in public buildings

State and town leaders are considering legislative action to combat First Amendment advocates who go on camera, "audit" their access to public buildings and post videos to YouTube. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield's school bus rate to increase under new contract

Under the new contract with First Student, the rate per bus per day will go up 4.5 percent and then each subsequent year, it will go up 4.25 percent. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield superintendent proposes 'modest' budget of $110.6M

Salaries and employee benefits would account for nearly 80 percent of the 2023-24 superintendent's proposed school budget, which totals $110.6 million. Sandra Diamond Fox

Where can Ridgefield add more units of affordable housing?

The town is studying a few possible locations to develop affordable housing, including on Prospect Ridge, Halpin Lane and Bennetts Farm Road, among other spots. Sandra Diamond Fox

New Milford woman leads vigil to mark 'horrible events' of Jan. 6

The local vigil, which included a moment of silence, was held to mark the second anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capitol. Sandra Diamond Fox

Danbury dad is 'getting stronger every day' after family's death

After his wife killed his children and herself, Pedro Panjon of Danbury has found comfort in his therapy, church and family. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield first selectman tells YouTubers to 'get the hell out'

Police were again called to Ridgefield Town Hall when First Selectman Rudy Marconi lost his temper at two YouTube First Amendment auditors. Sandra Diamond Fox

Democracy vigil to be held in New Milford to mark Jan. 6 attacks

New Milford resident Irene Skrybailo, the child of Ukrainian immigrants, says she's organizing the vigil on the Town Green to promote democracy. Sandra Diamond Fox

Ridgefield couple loses 'perfect' home of 25 years in fire

Eliza Shanley said she's grateful for the 40 to 50 first responders who battled the blaze during bitter cold temperatures on the day after Christmas. Sandra Diamond Fox

Danbury man creates Facebook page to help immigrant community

Walter Garcia, a Danbury resident originally from Peru, started the Danbury Al Dia Facebook page to help immigrants and others get jobs, housing and other aid. Sandra Diamond Fox