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Tom Renner

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No one knows local sports quite like Tom Renner, The Daily Voice's Sports Editor. For 22 years, he covered the field for The Stamford Advocate. He's been in Fairfield County since 1987.

Tom was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Politics
Democrats Push For Westchester's Astorino To Release Tax Info Democrats Push For Westchester's Astorino To Release Tax Info
Democrats Push For Westchester's Astorino To Release Tax Info WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- New York Democrats are pushing their case to have Republican gubernatorial candidate and Westchester District Attorney Rob Astorino release his recent tax returns, according to Capital New York. The Democratic State Committee launched a petition and Facebook ads Friday to release five years of 1040 returns, according to the report. State officials and political candidates are not required to release their tax information. Most however, do so to provide transparency. Astorino said he is collecting his tax returns, and will release them on Monday. Gov. Andrew C…

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by Tom Renner
News
Feud From Rape Case Is Focus Of New York Times Story Feud From Rape Case Is Focus Of New York Times Story
Feud From Rape Case Is Focus Of New York Times Story PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The New York Times published a story last week which focused on the feud between two men involved in a rape case that resulted in an acquittal earlier this year. District Attorney Adam Levy and Sheriff Donald B. Smith are now battling each other in defamation lawsuits that arose from the rape case, according to the story. There are also allegations of political retribution and conflicts of interest. The feud stems from a rape case that unfolded in 2013. Smith arrested a friend of Levy’s on charges of raping a 13-year-old girl. Levy said the arrest was in retaliati…

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Somers Businessman Charged With Loan, Tax Fraud Somers Businessman Charged With Loan, Tax Fraud
Somers Businessman Charged With Loan, Tax Fraud SOMERS, N.Y. -- A federal grand jury indicted a well-known Somers businessman with falsifiying loan applications to banks and other charges on Thursday. Selim “Sam” Zherka, 46, was expected to be arraigned in federal court in White Plains on Friday. The other charges are tax fraud, wire fraud and witness tampering. Zherka could face up to 300 years in prison if convicted on all of the accumulated charges. Zherka publishes the Westchester Guardian, a weekly newspaper, and is also active in politics with the Independence Party. Zherka, the father of eight children, is also a strip-club ow…

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Events
Bridgeport Mayor Hosts 'Coffee And Conversation' For Small Businesses Bridgeport Mayor Hosts 'Coffee And Conversation' For Small Businesses
Bridgeport Mayor Hosts 'Coffee And Conversation' For Small Businesses BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Small Business Day in Bridgeport will feature “Coffee and Conversation” with Mayor Bill Finch on Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. The U.S. Conference of Mayors invites small businesses to the event, which will be held at the Margaret E. Morton Government Center at 999 Broad St. in Bridgeport. The agenda improves a discussion on “How Can your Small Business Capitalize on an Improving Economy.” City and state economic opportunities will be discussed. Businesses should RSVP to 1-800-743-0410.  

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Real Estate
Improvements Completed In Canal Street Office Building In Stamford Improvements Completed In Canal Street Office Building In Stamford
Improvements Completed In Canal Street Office Building In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- CBRE Group’s Westchester/Fairfield office announced the completion of a multimillion-dollar capital improvement campaign at 700 Canal St., a 90,000-square-foot historic office building located along the waterfront in Stamford’s South End. CBRE made the announcement after working on the building’s redevelopment with owners ClearRock Properties, building architect MKDA and property manager Albert B. Ashforth. The improvements are substantial at 700 Canal, which was acquired as part of a 270,000-square-foot, four-building portfolio that included 850, 860 and 880 Canal St…

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Neighbors
Franklin Street Works In Stamford Exhibits Wide Range Of Contemporary Art Franklin Street Works In Stamford Exhibits Wide Range Of Contemporary Art
Franklin Street Works In Stamford Exhibits Wide Range Of Contemporary Art STAMFORD, Conn. -- “It’s important to walk the line between local and global. If you’re doing good work, an art space becomes part of the larger conversation about contemporary art,” said Terri C Smith, creative director at Franklin Street Works, a cultural hotspot in Stamford. Franklin Street Works’ mission is educational. After easing into the art world via museum work, Smith has found a home at FSW, located at 41 Franklin St. in Stamford. Working alongside guest curators, she is able to bring contemporary art into the space that explores a range of topics. When it comes to the atm…

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by Diane Pauley
Neighbors
Neurologist Named Physician Of The Year At St. Vincent's In Bridgeport Neurologist Named Physician Of The Year At St. Vincent's In Bridgeport
Neurologist Named Physician Of The Year At St. Vincent's In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Neurologist Anthony Quan Hong received the St. Vincent de Paul Award and has been named the 2014 Physician of the Year at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport. The award honors the attending physician who best demonstrates the qualities exemplified by St. Vincent de Paul, one who truly lives the mission and values of the Medical Center. Dr. Quan Hong was nominated by two fellow St. Vincent’s employees who both had personal experiences with him as he cared for their family members. In their nominations, both colleagues cited Quan Hong’s extraordinary care of a …

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Neighbors
Norwalk Agency Names Substance Abuse Coalition Chief Norwalk Agency Names Substance Abuse Coalition Chief
Norwalk Agency Names Substance Abuse Coalition Chief NORWALK, Conn. -- The Human Services Council, based in Norwalk, announced the appointment of Carlos Reinoso Jr. as the director for the Mid-Fairfield Substance Abuse Coalition.  Reinoso will begin his new role on Monday, Sept. 22.  He replaces Tracey-Ann George. She will be working with Reinoso during the transition. Reinoso has been in the field of human services and education for the past 16 years. He has worked in clinical and educational settings as well as collaborated with many community centers and agencies statewide. Reinoso has extensive experience in prevention through educati…

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Events
Danbury Woman Chairs Walk To End Alzheimer's In New Milford Danbury Woman Chairs Walk To End Alzheimer's In New Milford
Danbury Woman Chairs Walk To End Alzheimer's In New Milford DANBURY, Conn. -- Danbury resident Patricia Gibbs will be the chairperson for the 25th annual Walk to End Alzheimer's that will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, in New Milford. The walk will be held from 9 a.m. to  1 p.m. at Harrybrooke Park at 64 Lanesville Road in New Milford. Guests will enjoy live music from the Blue Yodels, children’s activities, a 2-mile scenic walk and a meaningful tribute ceremony. Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to register for free online or via phone 860-828-2828. This year, Walk to End Alzheimer’s celebrates its 25th anniversary. The even…

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Real Estate
Westport Woman Joins EAC Commerical At The Higgins Group Westport Woman Joins EAC Commerical At The Higgins Group
Westport Woman Joins EAC Commerical At The Higgins Group FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Nadine Tanen of Westport has joined EAC Commercial at The Higgins Group as a commercial representative. Tanen graduated from Higgins' nationally recognized, standardized training program. She brings with her an extensive background in economics and business. She is a lifelong Westport resident and offers both residential and commercial services. She uses her comprehensive market knowledge to surpass her client’s needs. Her skills in negotiation, economic theory, and leadership experience with Women’s Council of Realtors make her an ideal representative when lookin…

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