"We always say to have your chimney checked and maintained by a professional every year. Also, older chimneys need to get inspected to make sure there's no cracks in the mortar. Anything that can have fire, smoke penetrate the chimney, go into the house," Reardon says.

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"Patti's Place is your neighborhood restaurant. The people are so kind and amazing. The owners are amazing. I have two sons, ages 10 and 7, and that's their favorite place to go to," said Stephanie Wheelahan, who owns the yoga studio across the street.

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Despite the snow and frigid temperatures, dozens of first responders arrived on scene to evacuate people and put out the flames. The town’s three fire departments—Darien, Noroton and Noroton Heights—suited up. All are volunteer, as is Darien EMS-Post 53, which also responded. 

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“We have 20 extra cashiers probably on the schedule today—Friday—and Saturday,” Weiss explained. “And we've also added extra bakers to the schedule to extend their shifts.”

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Andrea Kerin said initial ideas include dog walking and socialization, helping on social media and raising money so every animal is spayed or neutered before adoption. An online petition has gathered hundreds of signatures.

Fairfield residents push for volunteer group at animal shelter

According to the report, Ward found "recurring failures" across nearly every aspect of prison life including staffing and operations, medical and mental health care, hygiene and environmental conditions, food services, legal access and communication and visitation.

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