Inspired by a donation from the Carrol-Ogden family to the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, featured today is the Siscowit Reservoir off of Bowery Road just south of the New York border. John Raymond was probably the first to dam the Rippowam River to create the pond known as Raymond’s Pond. He owned the surrounding […]
Drive slowly along the upper reaches of Ponus Ridge and you can glimpse the last vestiges of a once-thriving New Canaan community, most of which now exists deep beneath the Laurel Reservoir. Beyond the chain link fence surrounding the lake, myriad stone walls crisscross through the trees, some of which suddenly disappear into the water. […]
Stamford residents tried to save 37 trees. The state chopped them down anyway.
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Trees are piled up in an area of land that has been clear cut at the intersection of High Ridge Road and Wire Mill Road in Stamford, Conn. Thursday, March 18, 2021. The Department of Transportation cut down a parcel of trees to stage a bridge replacement for the High Ridge Road bridge over the Rippowam River. Residents argue it s an eyesore and an environmental misstep while the DOT says their strategy allows them to do the project quickly and with the best environmental strategy.Tyler Sizemore / Hearst Connecticut Media
Riverfront farmhouse / $995,000
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101 Maltbie Ave., StamfordContributed photo
This 1-acre property - known as The River House in Stamford’s Mid-Ridges neighborhood - is set along the Rippowam River surrounded by nature. The current owner of this 1919 contemporary/farmhouse recently did a complete renovation and addition with redesigned spaces for living and entertaining while maintaining the home’s original character. The home - located on a tranquil acre at the end of a cul-de-sac offers a light-filled floor plan with water or garden views from every room. There is beautiful millwork, architectural details, and hardwood floors throughout. The gracious first floor en suite master suite has a large walk-in closet. There are three additional bedrooms, comfortable living area and plenty of work-from-home spaces providing inspiration along the river. A spacious barn/garage is ready to be transformed into an artist’s studio or party barn. Maltbie Avenue - whe