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Tom Renner

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trenner@dailyvoice.com

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

Senate Candidate From Bethel Vows Changes To Stimulate Troubled Economy FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Dan Carter feels Connecticut can find a way out of the economic morass that is frustrating businesses and residents. But the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate from Bethel believes change is needed, in Washington and in Hartford, to put the troubled state economy back on track. “The most important issue in this election is growing the economy,’’ Carter said in an exclusive interview with Daily Voice. “We have so many people in this state who are on flat tire away from economic ruin.” Carter blames Gov. Dannel Malloy and his opponent, Democrat Richard Blument…

by Tom Renner

09/26/2016

Events

St. Paul's Chapel Plans Musical Event To Promote Peace VISTA, N.Y. -- Gospel choirs, musicians and clergy from throughout the area will present a message of peace, reconciliation and joy with a variety of performances on Saturday, Oct. 1, at St. Paul's Chapel in Vista. Beginning at 2 p.m. and concluding at 5 p.m., the chapel will resound to the soul-stirring music of the Antioch Baptist Choir of Bedford Hills, the Gospel Chorus of Calvary Baptist in Norwalk, Conn., the New Hope Baptist Mass Choir from Danbury, Conn., Chip Andrus & Friends from South Salem Presbyterian Church, Michael Barry and the Stevens Memorial Methodist Church Choir from…

by Tom Renner

09/26/2016

Neighbors

Tarrytown Woman Uses Diverse Talents To Bring Community Together TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- Jenifer Ross’ career profile spins around like an unsteady compass needle. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly what the over-achieving Tarrytown woman does in her work, but the common thread throughout is bringing people, and the community, together. “I don’t fit into any one box,’’ Ross said. “I’ve worn a lot of hats here. I’ve come to love this area, and often say ‘Tarrytown is a community that chooses you’. You show up and find your tribe. It’s a supportive, loving and diverse place, and everybody plays a very distinct role.” Ross moved to Tarrytown 19 years ago. A few years…

by Tom Renner

09/25/2016

Lifestyle

Nyack Musician Hits Right Note In Honoring Sister With New Nightlife Spot NYACK, N.Y. -- Maureen’s Jazz Cellar may have opened in Nyack in early September, but the seed for the entertainment outlet was planted more than five decades ago behind the piano of Maureen Budway’s family home in Pittsburgh. David Budway and his wife, Brianne Higgins, sought to create a venue to honor the legacy of Maureen, David’s sister and extraordinary jazz vocalist and musician. Maureen, 51, died on Jan. 12, 2015 in Pittsburgh after a courageous two-decade fight with breast cancer. “We wanted to create a space under her name where we would honor all of the music and things Maureen wa…

by Tom Renner

09/25/2016

Neighbors

Peekskill Library Worker Helps Others Discover Love Of Learning, Language PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Growing up in the Bronx, Tanya Soto discovered a love for learning at her local library. Now, she’s helping children, non-English speaking residents and people of all ages find the same passion at The Field Library in Peekskill. Soto works as a clerk in the children’s department at the library and Spanish Outreach Coordinator, and leads an English Second Language conversation group. “Working in a library has always been a dream for me,’’ said Soto, who has worked at The Field Library for 15 years. “This is the town where I raised my children. I like to connect with neighbo…

by Tom Renner

09/25/2016

Neighbors

Croton Author, Acupuncturist Travels The World To Write Memoir On Healing CROTON, N.Y. -- Croton author and healing practitioner Jason Elias wrote three previous books on healing, well-being and herbal remedies. His latest project required the most the time, covered the most ground and, ultimately, produced his most satisfying work. Elias’s book, Kissing Joy As It Flies: A Journey to Healing and Wholeness, is a 434-page memoir that traces healing within his own family. Elias said he started the writing the book for his son, to help him understand the path that led to his career in psychology and alternative medicine. The project proved to be far more complicated t…

by Tom Renner

09/23/2016

Sports

Clifton Sailor Earns Silver Medal At Paralympic Games CLIFTON, N.J. -- Ricky Doerr of Clifton and his teammates saved their best for last at the Paralympic Games in Brazil. The strategy paid off with a silver medal in the Sonar class. Helmsman Doerr teamed with Brad Kendell and Hugh Freund to win the final race of the seriesin Rio de Janeiro. Australia won the gold, and Canada captured the bronze. “Rick, Brad, and Hugh sailed a great series and earned their silver medal by racing smart and fast in the final race, on a difficult course and under pressure,” said Josh Adams, Managing Director of U.S. Olympic Sailing, who served as Team Leader for…

by Tom Renner

09/23/2016

Sports

Dover Recreation Director Devises Programs For People Of All Ages DOVER, N.Y. -- Teri Ptasnick strives to find programs for Dover residents of every age. For 17 years, she has mostly succeeded in creating activities that engage town residents all across the age spectrum. “We try to balance things out for adults, children and seniors,’’ said Ptasnick, who started her career as a physical education teacher in Westchester County. “We want to keep people busy, but also have fun and have absolutely no worries. Our community really supports all of the programs, and we want to keep them safe and sound in everything that we offer.” Dover’s fall recreation shows t…

by Tom Renner

09/22/2016

Neighbors

Community Synagogue Of Rye Keeps Focused On Caring Mission RYE, N.Y. -- Rabbi Daniel Gropper knew instantly one of the first changes he hoped to make when he interviewed for the position at Community Synagogue of Rye. “The sign on the door of the synagogue office said ‘private,’’’ Rabbi Gropper recalled. “It was a dark wood door with no window. I thought right then and there that this is a good indication of what needs to change. It needs to become more transparent, accessible and flexible.” That’s precisely the objective Rabbi Gropper has instituted since joining the synagogue in 2003. Rabbi Gropper said the most compelling distinction between Com…

by Tom Renner

09/22/2016

Events

Norwalk Boat Show Docks At Cove Marina NORWALK, Conn. -- The Progressive Insurance Norwalk Boat Show, the Northeast’s premier in-water boating event, docks at Norwalk Cove Marina on Thursday and runs through Sunday. The show offers area water lovers an all-access pass to discover why life is better with a boat. Boating enthusiasts can check out the newest introductions and best deals of the season with exclusive show specials and competitive bargains on hundreds of boats, plus the largest selection of marine accessories. With 60 different varieties of watercraft for every budget and lifestyle, from luxury yachts and center cons…

by Tom Renner

09/21/2016

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