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From Grand Central to the Kitchen Table: How New Canaan Is Redefining the Art of the Workday
Community

From Grand Central to the Kitchen Table: How New Canaan Is Redefining the Art of the Workday

For decades, New Canaan's identity was inseparable from the morning rush to the Metro-North platform. But as hybrid and remote work arrangements become permanent fixtures of professional life, residents and local businesses alike are navigating a profound transformation in how this town looks, feels, and functions on a Tuesday at 10 a.m.

Growth, Preservation, and the Fight Over New Canaan's Future: Inside the Town's Most Contentious Land-Use Disputes
Education & Policy

Growth, Preservation, and the Fight Over New Canaan's Future: Inside the Town's Most Contentious Land-Use Disputes

New Canaan's Planning and Zoning Commission has become the arena where the town's competing visions of the future collide. From proposed multi-family developments that test the limits of state housing mandates to teardown controversies in established neighborhoods, the regulatory battles underway reveal deep disagreements about what New Canaan should look like — and who it should be for.

Roots and Reasons: The Local Business Owners Who Chose New Canaan and Never Looked Back
Community

Roots and Reasons: The Local Business Owners Who Chose New Canaan and Never Looked Back

From boutique retailers on Elm Street to family-run restaurants and specialized service providers, New Canaan's independent business community is as diverse as it is dedicated. We spoke with five local entrepreneurs about what drew them to this town — and what keeps them here.

Dollars, Decisions, and Your Child's Classroom: Breaking Down the New Canaan School Budget Proposal
Education & Policy

Dollars, Decisions, and Your Child's Classroom: Breaking Down the New Canaan School Budget Proposal

The New Canaan Board of Education has put forward a school budget proposal that will shape classroom resources, staffing levels, and taxpayer obligations for the coming fiscal year. Here is what residents need to understand before the vote — and how to make their voices heard.