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Sandra Diamond Fox

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Sandra Diamond Fox has been a journalist since 2005, working for The News-Times and The Redding Pilot prior to coming to the Daily Voice. She has a bachelor's degree in English from Stony Brook University and a Master's degree in publishing from Pace University. She married with four teenage children and is a competitive runner and avid exerciser.

Sandra was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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70-Year-Old Fugitive, Rowboat Rescue Top The Week's News In Bridgeport 70-Year-Old Fugitive, Rowboat Rescue Top The Week's News In Bridgeport
70-Year-Old Fugitive, Rowboat Rescue Top The Week's News In Bridgeport FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Here's a look at the top stories this past week in Fairfield County: After more than 48 years on the run, a Georgia prison escapee was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Sherman. Three college students were rescued from Long Island Sound after winds their rowboat far off-shore in Fairfield. A number of local residents lost their lives in the past week. A 5-year-old boy was struck and killed by a car in his own driveway. A 72-year-old Stamford biker died after he was hit by a car. Three serious accidents on Route 110 in Shelton resulted in the deaths of a driver and a pedes…

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Real Estate
Fairfield County Ranks Among U.S. Metros With The Most Mansions Fairfield County Ranks Among U.S. Metros With The Most Mansions
Fairfield County Ranks Among U.S. Metros With The Most Mansions FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- In a new study by SmartAsset of the U.S. metro areas with the most mansions, the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk metro takes the No. 4 spot. About 1.37 percent of houses in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk metro have at least five bedrooms and at least 15 rooms total, making it one of seven metros to break the 1 percent mark in the analysis.  Fairfield County has long been one of the wealthiest areas in the nation, and many of the region’s mansions cost upwards of $5 million, according to the study.  As of 2014, the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk metro area’s median hous…

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Business
GE's CEO Immelt Puts New Canaan Estate On The Market, Buys Boston Condo GE's CEO Immelt Puts New Canaan Estate On The Market, Buys Boston Condo
GE's CEO Immelt Puts New Canaan Estate On The Market, Buys Boston Condo NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- General Electric CEO Jeffrey Immelt is preparing to move out of Connecticut and into Massachusetts, just like the $130 billion high-tech global company that he leads. Immelt has put his 4-acre estate in New Canaan on the market for $5.5 million and is buying a pricey condo in Boston, according to Realtor.com. The stone and clapboard New Canaan home features 10,458 square feet of space, six en suite bedrooms, a chef’s kitchen, a solarium and a separate in-law suite over the garage, Realtor.com said. The couple will move into a 3,565-square-foot triplex condo costing $8 m…

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News
Former Gov. M. Jodi Rell Switching Residency From Brookfield To Florida Former Gov. M. Jodi Rell Switching Residency From Brookfield To Florida
Former Gov. M. Jodi Rell Switching Residency From Brookfield To Florida BROOKFIELD, Conn. -- Brookfield's M. Jodi Rell, a Republican who served as the governor from 2004 to 2011, will be changing her residency from Connecticut to Florida, according to the Connecticut Post. Rell, 69, recently notified Brookfield party members that she can no longer serve as a justice of the peace because of her change of residency to Florida, where she owns a second home in New Smyrna Beach, The Connecticut Post reported. Widowed in 2014, Rell is still listed as an active voter on Brookfield’s election rolls, the Connecticut Post said. The Post quoted Rell as citing a combinati…

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Business
Bridgeport Business Council Staging Networking Event At Open House Bridgeport Business Council Staging Networking Event At Open House
Bridgeport Business Council Staging Networking Event At Open House BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- The Bridgeport Regional Business Council is hosting a presentation called "Network & Learn How the BRBC Can Help You Grow Your Business," on Wednesday, May 18 at 3:30 p.m.The Bridgeport Regional Business Council opens its doors to new members, current members and prospective members every month.  The event's sponsor is EnergizeCT. There is no cost to attend. Reservations are requested by clicking here. The event will be held in Bridgeport Regional Business Council's Conference Room, 14th Floor, 10 Middle St., Bridgeport. For more information, click here.

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Politics
Senate Democrats Approve $19.7 Billion Budget Proposal; House To Vote Next Senate Democrats Approve $19.7 Billion Budget Proposal; House To Vote Next
Senate Democrats Approve $19.7 Billion Budget Proposal; House To Vote Next FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Democrats in the state Senate voted Thursday night to approve a $19.7 billion budget that would take effect July 1 and erase a projected $960 million state deficit, according to the Connecticut Post. The first of several budget-related bills passed along party lines 21-15, after more than three hours of debate, the Connecticut Post said. The House of Representatives is scheduled vote on the budget Friday, the Connecticut Post reported. Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said during his budget address that the state’s economic landscape was sharply changing and budgeting plans …

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Sports
Monroe Sets New Resident Discounts At Whitney Farms Golf Course Monroe Sets New Resident Discounts At Whitney Farms Golf Course
Monroe Sets New Resident Discounts At Whitney Farms Golf Course MONROE, Conn. -- Monroe residents who enjoy hitting the links are reminded to take advantage of discounts offered at Whitney Farms Golf Course, says First Selectman Steve Vavrek.In order to receive the discounts, residents must show a driver's license or verified ID. The rates are effective May 16. The discounted rates are as follows: Weekdays: 18 holes with cart: $45  18 holes, walking: $29  9 holes with cart: $27 Weekends: 18 holes with cart: $65  9 holes with cart, after 1 p.m.: $35  Whitney Farms Golf Course is at 175 Shelton Road, Monroe.

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Crews Go To Work Cleaning Up Housatonic River In Shelton Crews Go To Work Cleaning Up Housatonic River In Shelton
Crews Go To Work Cleaning Up Housatonic River In Shelton SHELTON, Conn. -- The Housatonic River Cleanup Inc. organized its annual cleanup event in Shelton, Stratford and Milford on May 7.Many volunteers showed up to the all-day event to clean up the banks of the river. Housatonic River Cleanup provided garbage bags and work gloves as everyone went to work. Volunteers also enjoyed a meal and gathering on the Sunnyside Boat Ramp in Shelton to celebrate their hard work. "Thank you to everyone who came out and braved the cold, wind and rain to clean the river," Housatonic River Cleanup Inc. said on Facebook. "We had many who came for …

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Neighbors
Nichols Improvement Association Stages Derby Party Fundraiser In Trumbull Nichols Improvement Association Stages Derby Party Fundraiser In Trumbull
Nichols Improvement Association Stages Derby Party Fundraiser In Trumbull TRUMBULL, Conn. -- A Kentucky Derby Party fundraiser was hosted by the Nichols Improvement Association in Trumbull for the second time.The 2016 Kentucky Derby winner was Nyquist, who also won the 2015 Breeders' Cup Juvenile. Nyquist is only the second horse to complete the Juvenile-Derby double. The Nichols Improvement Association is a nonprofit organization of volunteers chartered with helping to preserve the heritage and character of the Nichols community. The association sponsors many family-oriented events throughout the year. For more information on the association, click here. The Ni…

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Bridgeport Luncheon To Honor Barnum Festival Ringmaster Bridgeport Luncheon To Honor Barnum Festival Ringmaster
Bridgeport Luncheon To Honor Barnum Festival Ringmaster BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- The Whip, Whistle & Watch Luncheon honoring 2016 Barnum Festival Ringmaster Jason Julian will be held at noon May 20 at the Bridgeport Holiday Inn & Conference Center, 1070 Main St.The presentation of the whip, whistle and watch to Ringmaster Julian signifies the official start to the regional celebration. The Barnum Festival features a variety of events for children and adults.  The Barnum Festival was established in 1949 to celebrate the life and times of Bridgeport's favorite son P.T. Barnum and to commemorate the history of Bridgeport.  Other events will in…

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