Sharon moves money out of rainy day fund

SHARON — Sharon held a town meeting vote on July 12 to decide on two motions, which both passed. There were 16 residents in attendance.

The motions considered funds from the undesignated fund for two projects approved by the Board of Finance. The first was an approval of up to $66,000 for the sidewalk replacement project. The second was an approval for an additional sum of up to $300,000 for the Town Hall parking lot expansion project.

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CTDOT to enhance Railroad Street crosswalk

NORTH CANAAN — In an effort to improve pedestrian safety, accessible crosswalk landings and flashing beacons are coming to Railroad Street (Route 7).

Connecticut Department of Transportation Engineering Administrator Mark Carlino informed North Canaan Town Hall of the plans April 22.

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Housatonic baseball wins 15-3 over Terryville
Wes Allyn slides safely into second, April 16.
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FALLS VILLAGE — Housatonic Valley Regional High School varsity baseball won big at home Wednesday, April 16, with a 15-3 win against Terryville High School.

Housatonic performed well on both sides of the ball. Offensively, HVRHS batters combined for 12 RBIs and seven stolen bases.

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NWCT Arts Council: Spring fundraiser

Dancers from Pilobolus will perform at the NWCT Arts Council spring fundraiser on April 26 in Washington Depot, Conn.

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On Saturday, April 26, the Northwest Connecticut Arts Council will host a special evening, Arts Connected, their spring fundraiser celebrating the power of creativity and community. Held at the Bryan Memorial Town Hall in Washington Depot from 5 to 8 p.m., this event brings together artists, performers, and neighbors for a magical night filled with inspiration, connection and joy.

Award-winning designer and arts advocate Diane von Furstenberg and her granddaughter Antonia Steinberg are honorary co-chairs of the event. Their shared love of the arts informs the spirit of the evening.

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