Western Connecticut State University News

EDUCATION: Studied at Old Dominion University and Western Connecticut State University; no degree.

Pianist Xiayin Wang will perform Sunday at 3 p.m. at Ives Concert Hall on the midtown campus of Western Connecticut State University, 181 White St., Danbury.

Western Connecticut State University student Derek Roy fell in love with the city of Danbury when he arrived as a freshman four years ago.

Today, I had a chance to interview Western Connecticut State University Student Sara Watrerfall, who individual asked the State Elections Enforcement Commission to look into the activities of the Derek Roy campaign.

Thirty two of all college students report some form of dating violence or abuse with previous partners.

The election might be over but former 5th ward Common Council dormitory student/candidate Derrick Roy's troubles seem to be increasing by the day.

Talkin' 'bout the weather with Dr. Mel By A.J. O'CONNELL Hour Staff Writer "Dr. Mel" Goldstein might be one of the few people who actually appreciates the ever-changing weather in Connecticut.

Cell phone towers on the grounds of city schools could provide welcome monthly income to supplement tighter and tighter budgets, but officials said they're just beginning to consider the idea and will weigh safety as much as revenue.

In his book, "Hurry Down Sunshine," author Michael Greenberg begins with his 15-year-old daughter Sally's sudden crack-up on the streets of Greenwich Village and then chronicles her journey with mental illness, and its impact on her and her family Greenberg decided to write the book eight years after his daughter's first breakdown.

Momentum from last year's historic election may not bring record numbers to the polls this year, but experts and local party officials said it has motivated more people to get involved in the process.

A 20-year-old student from Western Connecticut State University, who was reportedly drinking, was sent to the hospital early Friday.

Editor's note: The Poughkeepsie Journal is running a series of candidate profiles prior to the Nov.

On at least one issue most Common Council candidates seem to agree -- now is not the time to cut city services.

Source: Public Affairs Alliance of Iranian Americans Iranian American Runs for the Board of Education Nina Mohadjer www.nina4boe.com October 21, 2009, Ridgefield, CT - Born in Iran, raised in Germany, and a resident of Ridgefield Connecticut since 1995, Nina Mohadjer is a candidate for the Board of Education.

Police said two minors who allegedly were intoxicated on the campus of Western Connecticut State University were taken to Danbury Hospital early Sunday morning.

Anthony and Gail Calandrino of Whippoorwill Road, Bethel, announce the engagement of their daughter, Samantha Calandrino, to Joseph Edelmann Jr., son of Debbie and Kevin Smith of Cortland Avenue, Bethel, and Joe and Debbie Edelmann of Topstone Drive, Bethel.

Republicans hope to continue their stronghold on the Common Council in the coming election, while Democrats hope to gain some ground.

If you've lived in western Connecticut long enough, you may remember what it was like to spend time at the Palace Theater in Danbury.

Here's the press release: The Danbury Area LWV will sponsor a debate for Common Council candidates running for the seven at-large positions on Danbury a s Common Council.

Red is still more popular than white, and Argentina Malbec, a wine that is "lush with mostly dark fruits," is becoming popular, information quickly gleaned from a conversation with a wine consultant.