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Stamford Officials Update Coronavirus Vaccines, Wearing Masks
Mayor David Martin and city health officials said five more residents died during the past week as a result of the virus.

Mayor David Martin and city health officials said five more residents died during the past week as a result of the virus.

Yale New Haven Health has announced the opening of a new coronavirus testing site in Stamford.
J. Luppino Fitness​, a new fitness club located in the Stamford Town Center mall, recently opened its doors to customers.
GOLFTEC, a golf training facility with an emphasis on technology, has opened a new facility in Stamford.
Greenwich Hospital president Diane Kelly said coronavirus vaccination efforts in town have been running smoothly thus far.
Mayor David Martin said coronavirus vaccinations are continuing to roll out in Stamford during a recent COVID-19 update livestream.
Blue Sky Studios, the Greenwich-based animation studio behind "Ice Age," will soon be shut down, according to a studio spokesperson.
Patch asked various town officials how they recommend celebrating Valentine's Day in Greenwich this year. Here's what they said.
Wallingford magician Matt Martin has taken time during the coronavirus pandemic to rebrand his business with a focus on the environment.
First Selectman Fred Camillo said Greenwich is making progress on its vaccination rates even as coronavirus cases in town continue to rise.
Community Health Center, Inc. will open a new mass drive-though coronavirus vaccination clinic in Stamford this week.
CIC Health, in partnership with the state, is opening a free coronavirus testing center in the city's South End.
Alexandra Baker, a town resident and owner of Féroce Eyewear, will soon open the brand's first pop up store on Greenwich Avenue.
The state surpassed 7,000 coronavirus-related deaths. Deaths still remain high, but other metrics are showing improvement.
The former Keough's Paint and Hardware building on High Ridge Road is up for sale. The store shut down its Stamford location in late 2019.
More town residents are receiving vaccines as the number of coronavirus cases in Greenwich continues to rise, according to town officials.
Healthtrax Fitness and Wellness, a staple of the community for nearly half a century, is educating members on the benefits of fitness.
Connecticut has been making some progress in the battle against the coronavirus, but the U.K. variant could make it harder for the state.
The state and its partners have implemented a few improvements with more on the way to the vaccine appointment sign-up process.
Many parts of Connecticut are trending in a better direction for coronavirus infections, but the state is far from out of the woods.
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First Selectman Fred Camillo spoke about administration of coronavirus vaccinations in Greenwich during a recent Board of Selectman meeting.
Two national retailers have closed their store locations in the Stamford Town Center mall, and another is expected to close soon.
Greenwich Public Schools students returned to in-person learning this week after going fully remote for the week following the holidays.
Despite this, First Selectman Fred Camillo said the town has seen an increase of over 200 cases of the virus over the past week.
Senior residents 75 years old or older can now get vaccinated through Stamford's Department of Health, according to city officials.
Connecticut will soon administer the coronavirus vaccine to people older than 75.
Gaetano's Tavern on Main is one of the latest small business to get help staying afloat from Barstool Sports and its founder Dave Portnoy.
First Selectman Jim Marpe outlines the timeline and steps in Westport's coronavirus vaccination program.
Greenwich Hospital president Diane Kelly said the hospital currently has over 30 patients in-house who have tested positive for the virus.
A 160-year-old building in the Somersville Historic District will now bring a few touches of old England to north-central Connecticut.
"When you open the door, you're hit with that smell of sweets, cookies and bread; there's nothing like it."
Laskara Restaurant in Wallingford is one of the latest small businesses to receive a boost from Barstool Sports and its founder Dave Portnoy
New Canaan First Selectman Kevin Moynihan discusses many of the positives from 2020, and what residents can look forward to in 2021.
Patch asked various leaders in town what their new year's resolution is for Greenwich, or their department, in 2021. Here's what they said.
Connecticut is in the initial stages of its vaccine rollout.
Teacher advocacy groups surveyed over 4,000 Connecticut educators for their opinion on workplace safety during the pandemic.
The outreach for the Dorothy Day Hospitality House in Danbury at St. Mary's Parish has a new generation of volunteers.
Greenwich Hospital president Diane Kelly also advised residents to continue wearing their masks and be cautious during the holidays.
The district announced this week all Greenwich Public Schools will be fully remote for one week following the holiday break.