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Frank MacEachern

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fmaceachern@dailyvoice.com

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Originally from Canada, Frank started his journalism in his native country before moving to Fairfield County a decade ago where he continued his career. He is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia and of University of King's College in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Frank was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Frank MacEachern's Contributions

Politics

Greenwich Letter: First Selectman Tesei Lobbies For Fire Station Funding GREENWICH, Conn. -- The Greenwich Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor. To submit your letter, email greenwich@dailyvoice.com. To the editor: After months of planning and the continued gathering of information and documentation, the discussions of the proposed 2016-17 budget are winding down and will culminate with the 230-member Representative Town Meeting holding its annual budget vote on May 9 at Central Middle School. As you may know, an integral part of this year’s proposed budget is the Town’s long-established plan to address higher than average Greenwich Fir…

by First Selectman Peter Tesei

05/06/2016

Schools

Day Of Service At New Canaan Country School Honors Stamford Boy's Legacy NEW CANAAN, Conn., -- More than 400 New Canaan Country School students and their parents from across lower Fairfield County gathered to volunteer for 14 local nonprofit organizations April 16. They were participating in the second annual Kyle A. Markes Day of Service in honor of the sixth-grader from Stamford who passed away at the age of 11 on Christmas Eve 2013 after a battle with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Kyle is remembered for his kind-hearted and cheerful personality, as well as his commitment to community service. “I am excited that Kyle’s spirit continues to connect people, t…

by Frank MacEachern

05/05/2016

Lifestyle

Darien's 'You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown' Opens To Rave Reviews DARIEN, Conn. -- "You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown," the family-friendly musical produced by Darien Arts Center Stage, received standing ovations on its opening weekend and a glowing review from OnStage. The light-hearted show directed by Peter Green is a collection of short scenes and songs based on the Peanuts comic strip, originally created by Charles M. Schulz. The musical continues through May 7 at the DAC Weatherstone Studio. According to Chris Peterson, founder and editor-in-chief of OnStage, “You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown … is receiving an absolutely charming productio…

by Frank MacEachern

05/04/2016

Events

Tiny Miracles Foundation Gala Friday In Westport WESTPORT, Conn., -- A fundraising gala will help to boost a local group that provides help to parents of premature babies. The Tiny Miracles Foundation is hosting its fundraising gala, Club Miracles, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Inn at Longshore in Westport, 260 Compo Road South. There will be silent and live auctions. Club chic attire is recommended. Carrie Cromwell-Hunt is one of the co-chairs of the event with Val Saltzman. For Cromwell-Hunt, the event is a special one for her as she is the mother of premature twins Mason and Eloise, who turned three on Dec. 20. The children had been bo…

by Frank MacEachern

05/03/2016

Police & Fire

Two Students Charged After Bomb Prank At Greenwich School GREENWICH, Conn. -- A pair of students at Greenwich Alternative High School are facing charges after they told school staff that an unattended bag may have a bomb in it, police said. The school was evacuated during the 10 a.m. incident, and the police and fire departments were called to the school. The bag, which was found to contain school supplies, belonged to a student, police said. Students and staff returned to the Riverside Avenue school. The two students who reported the bag ultimately said they had reported the possible bomb as a prank, police said. The teens will be charged with b…

by Frank MacEachern

05/03/2016

Events

Darien Native, Broadway Hollywood Vet To MC Darien's Got Talent DARIEN, Conn., -- Broadway and Hollywood director, producer and writer, BT McNicholl has been announced as Master of Ceremonies for Darien’s Got Talent, the Darien Arts Center’s talent competition taking place on June 25. "Darien has always been supportive of its talent... and there is plenty of it," McNicholl said. "We can't wait to bring these talented artists together for an unforgettable evening." The popular fundraising event features cash prizes for adults and children, and accomplished entertainment professionals as judges for auditions and finals. 20 finalists …

by Frank MacEachern

05/02/2016

Schools

Nbcuniversal Staff Share Stories With Students At Stamford's Toquam STAMFORD, Conn. -- Tracie Wilson took a break from her job as an NBCUniversal executive to sit down and face an audience of a different sort — a classroom of first-graders who were enthralled by her reading of "A Wolf At The Door." She was part of a group of executives and employees from NBCUniversal’s Stamford Media Center visited the Toquam Magnet School on Wednesday for the seventh consecutive year to read to students. It was part of the Volunteer Center of United Way of Western Connecticut’s Annual “Business-to-Books” Read-a-thon. For Wilson, it was a relaxing break in her rou…

by Frank MacEachern

05/02/2016

Events

Romantic Comedy To Play in Stamford's Dressing Room Theatre STAMFORD, Conn., -- The story of a native New Yorker and her sisters, Pfeni and Gorgeous is told in the heartfelt comedy, The Sisters Rosenweig, about women grappling with their life choices, that is being performed in the Curtain Call's Dressing Room Theatre. It begins tonight and runs through May 22. "But it's way more than a 'chick flick'" said Curtain Call executive director and producer of the show, Lou Ursone. "It's a really wonderful romantic comedy that appeals to all sexes," Ursone added. Sara, who lives in London, is a representative for a major Hong Kong bank …

by Frank MacEachern

04/28/2016

Events

Little Library Opens New Path To Reading At Norwalk Department of Health NORWALK, Conn., -- Four-year-old Alexa Cipriano grabbed a book from what looks like a large mailbox outside the Norwalk Health Department, much to the delight of everyone gathered around on Wednesday afternoon. Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling and other officials officially opened the "Little Library" located near the health department's main entrance in the City Hall parking lot area. The small structure contains free children’s books for the public to enjoy. Since its installation a few months ago, the Little Library at the Health Department—as well as another at Carousel Preschool—…

by Frank MacEachern

04/28/2016

Schools

Volunteers Help Spruces Up Grounds At Stamford's Springdale School STAMFORD, Conn., -- Stamford's Springdale Elementary School spruced up its outdoor areas with an assist from a local supermarket's staff on Wednesday. The Grade A Market Newfield Avenue Green Team pitched in to help mulch, plant and clean the school's Wildlife Habitat and Butterfly Garden. Students, parents and school staff also took part in the day. Alina Lobozza, manager at the Newfield location, and the parent of a student at the school said it's a great way to give back to the community. "It's a fun place, we have fun doing it and we have wonderful teachers and administrators here…

by Frank MacEachern

04/28/2016

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