Local News for Canaan, Connecticut

Accordion Museum Relocates To Historic RR Station In North Canaan, CT

Over 400 spectacularly-beautiful accordions have been moved into the recently-restored Canaan Union Railroad station in the heart of North Canaan, Connecticut by long-time collector Angelo Paul Ramunni. As creator and owner of the New England Accordion Connection & Museum Company (NEACMC), Ramunni recently relocated the exceptionally-detailed and highly-ornate hand-crafted accordions from throughout the world dating READ MORE.

‘A twist of creativity’: Canaan’s new Industry Kitchen & Bar aims to tempt a variety of palates

“We need a place that serves a wide array of food, from Italian to modern American with a twist of creativity, all in a real nice setting,” said owner Festim Arja. Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

BD celebrates 60 years in Canaan

CANAAN – Becton, Dickinson and Company, a leading global medical technology company, recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of its manufacturing facility in Canaan, and recognized the plant for its meaningful contributions to health care readiness and resiliency, according to a statement from officials. The site began its operations in 1961 with eight employees at a READ MORE.

HVRHS: Fun Fact: HVRHS has …

Fun Fact: HVRHS has had a run of #EagleScouts recently, with more on the way. Thanks to our own Mr. Moran for leading them outside of school, and congrats to John, Landon, and Joe (not to mention Patrick and Robert!). Stay tuned for more… Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

HVRHS: Covid changed a lot, …

Covid changed a lot, and our School Counselors have rolled with the punches. Thanks to @SharonVeatch1 for your leadership as Chair of @CSCA_Counseling Board of Directors that keeps us connected to trends around the state. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

HVRHS: Congratulations to our recent …

Congratulations to our recent @NationalFFA grads! What a great group of honorees! @Region1Schools Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

HVRHS: Just posted a video …

Just posted a video @ Housatonic Valley Regional High School Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

New owner tees off at Canaan Country Club

When Joseph Quattrocchi took a glance at Canaan Country Club, he knew he had found what he was looking for. Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

Endorsement Letters: 2021 Elections

NewCanaanite.com recently received the following letters of endorsement. (Note: We will run letters for the Aug. 17 special election through Aug. 4, and letters for the Nov. 2 election through Sept. 30.) *** This August 17, residents of [the 1st voting district of] New Canaan have the opportunity to vote in a special election for READ MORE.

In Canaan, ‘most’ – not all – residents have been COVID vaccinated

The state Department of Public Health’s COVID data shows all of Canaan’s residents have received at least the first dose, but locals say that’s likely not possible. Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

Garden Conservancy hosting Litchfield County Open Day in Canaan

The Garden Conservancy is hosting Litchfield County Open Day Aug. 28. See interior designer and garden book author Bunny Williams’ 15-acre estate. Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

Garden Conservancy hosting Litchfield County Open Day in Canaan

The Garden Conservancy is hosting Litchfield County Open Day Aug. 28. See interior designer and garden book author Bunny Williams’ 15-acre estate. Read the rest of the article on countytimes.com READ MORE.

Hunt Library in Canaan to host Augustfest

The David M. Hunt Library in Canaan will host Augustfest in the Village on Aug. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

Hunt Library in Canaan to host Augustfest

The David M. Hunt Library in Canaan will host Augustfest in the Village on Aug. 15 from 4 to 6 p.m. Read the rest of the article on countytimes.com READ MORE.

HVRHS: Seems like a good …

Seems like a good week to curl up with a book and start your Summer Reading Assignments. Students in H-level and @APforStudents & @uconnece courses can check out the lists here:O Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Canaan and Salisbury students win Derwin scholarship

Maggie Bickford of Canaan and Nichole Aguilar of Salisbury have received the $105,000 Margaret Derwin scholarship. Read the rest of the article on countytimes.com READ MORE.

Canaan library opens group art exhibition

The David M. Hunt Library in Falls Village, Canaan, is opening its first large group art exhibition on July 24, titled: “Book Marks.” Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

Hunt Library in Canaan to host crafts market, tag sale

Hunt Library in Canaan will host Artisan Crafts Market and Giant Tag Sale on Discover Falls Village Weekend July 10 and 11. Read the rest of the article on registercitizen.com READ MORE.

Canaan treatment center opens luxury suite

The Mountainside Treatment center in Canaan is opening a luxury suite to accommodate working professionals, busy parents and others who need to stay connected. Read the rest of the article on countytimes.com READ MORE.

HVRHS: In case you missed, …

In case you missed, it, last night was a beautiful sendoff for the #classof2021. Check out the recording here: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.