WESTPORT, Conn. -- Whether it has been by skill or happenstance, Miggs Burroughs has left his mark on Westport. Burroughs, a graphic artist who has lived in Westport for 65 years, designed the town flag, school district logo and last year, unveiled Tunnel Vision, an art gallery that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The gallery is a walkway that links Main Street in Westport to ...

DARIEN, Conn. -- Modern folk artist Nobu is displaying her artwork at Darien Rowayton Bank in Darien for the month of August with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Darien Chamber Charitable Foundation. The foundation is responsible for putting up the holiday lights in Darien during the holiday season and relies on donations to make the magic happen. In addition, the ...

DARIEN, Conn. -- Stephen Zangrillo knew his customers at Darien Sport Shop, and he never forgot them. Zangrillo, who died at the age of 91 on July 8, would recognize faces and remember names from long ago, according to Arthur Pliner, Chief Financial Officer for the Post Road store. “He had a marvelous way about him,’’ said Pliner, who has worked at the store for eight years. “He never ...

NORWALK, Conn. -- Their military service has ended, but veterans are still receiving hometown support from Christie Ruiz and her Norwalk business, Christie’s Quilting Boutique. Ruiz and the women who shop at her store have teamed up with the Quilts of Valor Foundation. They will present quilts to veterans on Saturday at the store at 176 Main St. A 93-year-old World War II veteran from ...

NORWALK, Conn. -- The focus of Norwalk Grassroots Tennis is about much more than serves, slams and overheads for underprivileged players. Cathy Osterhout sees to that. The Westport woman, who formerly lived in Weston, also teaches life skills to the students. About 10 students meet with Osterhout and her associate, Vickie Green, once a week for an hour. The subject area is broad, ...

WESTPORT, Conn. -- Bill Mitchell’s generosity is only superseded by his humility. Both traits of the longtime Westport clothier were established long ago by his parents, Norma and Ed, who founded Mitchells of Westport in 1958. “My parents taught me to make a difference, but don’t tell anybody,’’ Mitchell said. “If I can be a beacon and help out in any way that I can, I’ll do it. I try ...

DARIEN, Conn. --- Pat Parlette of Darien says her favorite place is wherever she is at the moment. A lot of that time is spent at Darien Thrift Shop, where the 89-year-old volunteers and originally helped her launch a long career as registered nurse. “I’m just saying thanks,’’ Parlette said. “Considering what they’ve done for me, it’s the least I can do for them.” Parlette’s history ...