Kids’ anxiety: Back off, helicopters, bulldozers!
By Macklin K. Reid |
Anxiety, worries, fear of failure, looking stupid, judgment in the eyes of the world — or the class, the school, the kids on the bus. It’s not easy being a kid in a worrisome world, or the parent of a worried kid. “Worry is a habit,” said Dr. Paul Foxman. “And the proof it’s a habit is that if the ... read more
‘We came up short:’ Ridgefield Winter Club withdraws special permit application
A “firing range” of hockey slapshots proved to be loud enough to stop the Ridgefield Winter Club from being built at 340 Peaceable Street — for now. The club, which submitted plans in July 2018 for an outdoor ice rink, an indoor clubhouse, and other maintenance buildings that would total more than 18,000 square feet on the nearly six-acre property, ... read more
Tri-board meeting is Tuesday in town hall annex
By Peter Yankowski |
The tri-board meeting — the annual town meeting of the Board of Finance, Board of Selectmen, and Board of Education — will be held Tuesday, Dec. 18, at 7:30 p.m. It will be held in the Board of Education conference room in the town hall annex, located at 66 Prospect Street. The meeting typically looks at the town’s financial picture ... read more
Boys hoop preview: Guards will guide Ridgefield
Senior guard James St. Pierre averaged more than 15 points and five rebounds per game last season. — ...
Wagner sparks comeback as Ridgefield edges Warde
Kate Wagner (shown in a game last season) led Ridgefield to a comeback win over Fairfield Warde. - ...
Ridgefield girls hoop team routs Westhill in opener
With nine players contributing points, the Ridgefield High girls basketball team routed Westhill, 60-33, in the season opener ...
Cullinan’s hat trick leads Ridgefield past Prep, 5-2
Daniel Parson (right) and the Ridgefield High boys hockey team opened the season with a 5-2 win over ...
Boys hockey preview: Ridgefield aims for more titles
Senior Will Forrest will center Ridgefield’s top line this season. — Scott Mullin photo No matter the sport, ...
Ridgefield opens with 51-50 win over Byram Hills
By Tim Murphy |
Ryan Garson goes up for a shot during Ridgefield’s 51-50 win over Byram Hills (N.Y.) on Monday night. — Scott Mullin photo On a night when its offense struggled, the Ridgefield High boys basketball team still had James St. Pierre. St. Pierre’s two free throws with 11 seconds left lifted ...
EZ Junk Removal provides solutions for home, business owners
Ezra Zimmerman’s EZ Junk Removal continues to expand in the area. Sponsored Content: Not sure ...
Massage: A proven treatment for anxiety
Sponsored Content: Most people seek out massage therapy when they’ve injured their back or pulled ...
Summer at Wooster expands activities, hours
Sponsored Content: From extended hours to additional activities and workshops, campers attending this year’s 23rd ...
Letter: Not so fast, Alex
To the Editor: In last week’s Democratic View, DTC Chair Alex Harris made some interesting ...
Letter: Johnston was a health warrior
To the Editor: Mr. Robert Johnston of Ridgefield, a health warrior for both Alzheimer’s and ...
GOP Viewpoint: Remembering President George H. W. Bush
As part of his 1989 inaugural address, President George H.W. Bush said the following: “We ...
Police report graffiti in Sturges Park
Ridgefield police are investigating a “large amount” of spray paint graffiti found throughout Sturges Park on buildings and lean-to structures. According to report, police responded ...
United Technologies Aerospace Systems hires Ridgefield native Lakin McEvoy
Lakin McEvoy Lakin McEvoy, RHS class of 2015, was recently hired by United Technologies Aerospace Systems (now Collins Aerospace) in Windsor Locks. She will begin ...
Obituary: Bill King, a former resident of Ridgefield
Bill King Bill King, a former resident of Ridgefield, CT, passed away on December 16, 2018 of complications related to ALS, surrounded by his family. ...
Sikora celebrates 20 years directing the Ridgefield Chorale
Daniela Sikora conducts the world premiere of “The Gift to Sing,” a piece written by composer Thomas LaVoy, in November. In November, the Ridgefield Chorale ...
Conscious Cook: ’Tis the season for sweetness
“Perhaps the best yuletide decoration is being wreathed in sweet smiles” —Unknown As I go about my routine during this month, tending to errands, getting ...
Test Drive: 2018 BMW X3 breaks the mold
Regular readers may be aware our reviews of compact and subcompact sport-utility vehicles seldom are favorable. ...
Movie Menu: Miracle on 34th Street, Sister Act, The Sound of Music and more
Looking to take a break from holiday preparations? Check out one of the movies showing on ...
Curtain Call: Earlene’s Diner is the best ever
If you really want to experience Christmas spirit, then hurry and get tickets to Seven Angels ...
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