New Canaan library seeks $1 million from Board of Finance for legacy building renovation. CEO Ellen Cravado told the board the $2 million project needs town backing before a June 1 state deadline that could unlock a matching Connecticut State Library grant of up to $1 million.

New Canaan Board of Finance presses schools over 30 unapproved hires costing nearly $9.8 million. Chairman Todd told the school district's finance staff that the board approved 21 net staff additions since 2021 but actual headcount rose by 51, even as enrollment fell from 4,176 to 3,953 students.