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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.

Tom Renner's Contributions

Sports

Norwalk Mad Bulls Crown 11 Champions At First Tournament NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Youth wrestling program known as the “Mad Bulls” turned in an outstanding performance in its first tournament of the new wrestling season at the New Milford Classic Wrestling Tournament. Thirty-eight wrestlers competed, 32 placed in the top three and 11 won titles. “This is the time of year when the kids transition from fall sports like football and begin the process of knocking of some rust on their wrestling technique and timing, they start to condition for the long season grind of wrestling competition,'' Program Director Randy Hau said. “The current Mad Bul…

by Tom Renner

12/19/2015

Lifestyle

Registration Opens For 2nd Annual Half Marathon In South Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. – Registration is now open for the second annual SoNo Half Marathon, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 15. The race also includes a 5K & Kids Fun Run. Runners will enjoy a unique and exciting course through historic South Norwalk, along beautiful coastline, down charming picturesque treelined streets and past many of Norwalk's notable landmarks and attractions. The day kicks off at 9 a.m. with the start of the half marathon, which is immediately followed by the start of the 5K race. Children will enjoy crafts and entertainment until their race begins at 11:30 am. Kids Fun Run…

by Tom Renner

12/18/2015

Real Estate

Driftway Lane Home In Darien Features Unique Architectural Design DARIEN, Conn. -- One of the most architecturally unique homes in Darien at 2 Driftway Lane has recently been listed by Bruce Baker of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty. The 5-bedroom home, which was designed by acclaimed architect Nina Peck, is on the market for $3,895,000. The home was built in 2004 and sits on two acres, and is just minutes to town center and Long Island Sound. “It’s reminiscent of a private mini estate, yet state of the art modern,’’ Baker said. Peck, who is based in Old Lyme, has had homes featured in the New York Times, Wood Beautiful, Travel and Leisure and…

Content Partner: Bruce Baker

Business

Poughkeepsie Lawyer Offers Well-Rounded Range Of Services POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Following graduation from Widener University School of Law, Danielle E. Strauch, Esq., commenced working for a small law office which focused on a wide range of services, including family and real estate law in Dutchess County, New York. In July of 2015, Strauch opened her own office at 4 Liberty St. in Poughkeepsie. She continues to offer clients expertise on real estate law, family issues and a unique specialty area in equine issues, which mirrors her passion for that activity. Strauch also sought to become deeply involved in the region’s legal community. She is Vice…

Content Partner: Danielle E. Strauch, PLLC

Schools

Ridgefield Academy Re-Discovers Writing Passion In Woods Of Maine RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- When teachers model curiosity and passion for their students, it inspires the same within those students. It’s no surprise, then, that when teachers are awarded enrichment experiences through Ridgefield Academy’s Faculty Enrichment Grant Program, students reap the benefits, too. For Christine Hruska, grant recipient, English teacher and town resident, re-discovering her passion for writing and nature in Maine over this past summer recharged the English teacher’s energy and self-actualization, and has directed and fueled her classroom lessons ever since. Hruska, who ha…

Content Partner: Ridgefield Academy

Business

Getting To Know: Mike DiSante, The Westchester Bank WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Mike DiSante learned most everything he needed to know about business and banking from his father. The elder DiSante, also named Mike, owned a restaurant in West Harrison and his approach to customer service and relationships impacted his son, now the Branch Manager at The Westchester Bank’s newest location at 305 Mamaroneck Ave. in Mamaroneck, which is set to open Monday, Dec. 21. “A lot of the restaurant business is behind the door,’’ DiSante said. “But a lot of it is in front, too. My father was a front guy. He became friends with everybody who came into the …

Content Partner: The Westchester Bank

Real Estate

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Makes Strides With New Education Director Since revamping its education program in January of 2015, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England and Westchester Properties has seen a higher success rate under the new Director of Education, Paulette Meijer. In her 25 year history as a real estate sales educator, Meijer has led the efforts for national training at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate as well as Prudential Connecticut Realty. In less than one year at the helm of education at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England and Westchester Properties, Meijer has completely revamped the program, making new and experienced ag…

by Tom Renner

12/17/2015

Lifestyle

Hospital For Special Surgery Named Sponsor For Greenwich Cup '16 STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Hospital for Special Surgery announced its sponsorship of the Hospital for Special Surgery Greenwich Cup 2016, a multi-sports series launched in partnership with Greenwich Parks and Recreation. The Greenwich Cup encompasses a series of road races as well as swimming, biking and triathlon competitions that will take place at various locations in Greenwich during 2016. “We are excited to be able to align HSS with these locally well-known athletic competitions under the purview of Greenwich Parks & Rec and unify these half-dozen events into an organized series,” sai…

by Tom Renner

12/17/2015

Real Estate

Former 'Cooper Shop' In Pound Ridge Blends Rich Past With Present POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- A 5-bedroom Colonial combines 18th century architecture with contemporary amenities and is just minutes from the heart of Pound Ridge. Joan Keating of William Raveis has the listing for 236 Eastwoods Road, which is on the market for $1,950,000. “It’s a sophisticated country escape on a lovely Pound Ridge road,’’ Keating said. “It’s just minutes to New Canaan, Scott’s Corner and Bedford.” Click here for the property details. The land for the home was originally a “cooper’s shop.” The shop area is now the dining room and formal living room for the home, which was rebuilt …

Content Partner: Joan Keating

Neighbors

William Pitt Sotheby's Intl. Realty Southport Brokerage Hosts Food Drive SOUTHPORT, Conn. — William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty’s Southport brokerage is collecting food items for Fairfield’s Operation Hope Food Pantry from now through Dec. 31, 2015. Operation Hope, which was founded in 1986, provides food and shelter to Fairfield and Southport residents. Operation Hope also provides supportive and affordable housing, a community kitchen and a food pantry. The pantry is completely stocked and run by volunteers, and provides over 200 families per month with food and distributes more than 123,000 meals per year. “The holidays are all about giving and bring…

Content Partner: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty

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