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A motorist stopped after striking a roaming dog with his Jeep Grand Cherokee at about 8:13 p.m. last Friday, Dec. 2, according to a police report. The conscientious driver looked for and found the dog lying on the side of Silvermine Road along the straightaway below Carter Street, the report said. The animal was responsive and appeared to have injured its right leg, it said. An owner arrived on scene, saying the animal appeared to have gotten out of the family’s house accidentally and then breached an electric fence, and took the dog to a vet.

The condominiums at Heritage Hill Road. Credit: Michael Dinan

The condominiums at Heritage Hill Road. Credit: Michael Dinan

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A review of the by-laws of Oenoke Apartments Condominium shows that there are no restrictions there on subletting the units. The complex made news this week following an article showing that a local man has purchased 10 condos there in 2016 through a LLC.

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An environmental services company found three types of mold in Town Hall after staffers in the Assessor’s office on the first floor complained of an odor and feeling unwell, officials said this week. They temporarily have been moved to a conference room. One of the mold types was an allergen that is soil-based and generally found outdoors, officials said.

Hanford-Silliman House, part of an ornament collection that can be seen in full at the New Canaan Historical Society.

Hanford-Silliman House, part of an ornament collection that has been displayed in the past at the New Canaan Historical Society.

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Frances C. Wilson, Tom Nissley and Patricia Funt Oxman have joined the Board of Governors of the New Canaan Historical Society.

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The hugely popular New Canaan High School Senior Internship Program is accepting applications from local business that may be able to host a Class of ’17 member next year. Participating businesses may include those that have large projects that need finishing and also enjoy mentoring young adults. It runs May 16 to June 16, 2017, and interns work 25 hours per week, unpaid. Those interested should contact Susan Carroll at susan.carroll@ncps-k12.org or 203-594-4664.

Here's a photo of the mortar shell that turned up at an Orchard Street home on Tuesday afternoon. Published with permission from its owner

Here’s a photo of the mortar shell that turned up at an Orchard Street home on Tuesday afternoon. Published with permission from its owner

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The Stamford Police Department’s Bomb Squad determined through an X-Ray test that the mortar shell—see photo at right—that turned up on Orchard Street on Tuesday afternoon was inert, according to New Canaan Police Department Chief Leon Krolikowski. Last fall, a live World War I grenade turned up in a Whitney Avenue home in New Canaan. It turned out that the weapon had been brought home by a man named Patrick Smith who served in both World War I and World War II.

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The Caffeine & Carburetors Christmas ornament has sold out, though four designs of the popular decorations remain: New Canaan Sign, Congregational Church, Playhouse and Waveny House. Limited numbers of the Philip Johnson Glass House, Gores Pavilion, New Canaan M-8 Train, Varnum’s Pharmacy and (very) old Post Office on Elm Street also are available. At $15 apiece, they’re sold 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Saturday, during the organization’s Holiday Tea and Open House.

Karl Chevrolet was founded in 1927 by Leo and Email Karl, two of seven brothers. Photo courtesy of the Karl family

Karl Chevrolet was founded in 1927 by Leo and Emil Karl, two of seven brothers. Photo courtesy of the Karl family

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December is barely one week in and already New Canaan’s Karl Chevrolet has three perfect-5 scores on Deal Rater. Check them out.

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New Canaanite Gaby Beecher is on the Spencer’s Run Committee, the Board of Selectmen announced during its regular meeting Tuesday. Other appointments made by the selectmen this week include: Peggy Jay, Pat Calanca, Tucker Clauss, Tammie Garner and Steven Simon (Ethics Board), Colm Dobbyn, Angela Jameson and Penny Ross (Inland Wetlands Commission) and Hank Green (Park & Recreation Commission).

Mackenzie’s co-owner Jim Berry grew up in the Belltown section of Stamford and graduated Rippowam High School in 1964. Credit: Michael Dinan

Mackenzie’s co-owner Jim Berry grew up in the Belltown section of Stamford and graduated Rippowam High School in 1964. Credit: Michael Dinan

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The New Canaan Chamber of Commerce has launched its “Shop Late ‘Til 8” campaign, where 40 local businesses will remain open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays through Dec. 22. Participating businesses include design solutions, Franco’s Wine Merchants, Mackenzie’s, New Canaan Olive Oil and Pennyweights. A full list can be found here.

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One year after opening, Toni Esposito and Salon 5 East in downtown New Canaan are getting into the holiday spirit: The salon is supporting Al’s Angels Children’s Charity by collecting unwrapped children’s toys from Dec. 1 to 22. Those who drop off toys will receive a free blowout card.

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Finally, here’s a photo gallery spotlighting other news from around New Canaan:

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