She reached across the aisle. Wedding registry search and couple's website finder - Zola The couple honeymooned in the Seychelles; they call Stamford home. The 35-year-old Simmons defeated David Martin, the citys mayor since 2013, in Septembers Democratic primary and then went on to win the general election by about 1,500 votes over former Major League Baseball manager and unaffiliated candidate Bobby Valentine. [46], In August 2022, Simmons' administration pursued a project to renovate Stamford's Glenbrook Community Center into affordable housing but the proposal received significant pushback. People are laughing that she married Art. Bobby Valentine loses close mayoral race to Caroline Simmons in Her administration's first-year budget recommended a 1 percent tax increase. Former New York Mets manager Bobby Valentine and Democratic state legislator Caroline Simmons faced off in the election Tuesday after a bitter campaign. [44] Simmons pursued capital budget increases for sidewalk construction and school buildings while obtaining state and federal funding to offset the increased cost on taxpayers. He graduated from the University of Tampa with a bachelors degree in entrepreneurship. Love Artie.. See Photos. 484.269.4974, After we get married, we will be living in Center City, Philadelphia. [13] Simmons introduced and led debate on a bill to enhance the state's cyber security. She reached across the aisle, Lamont said, jokingly pointing to Linares. Actress and author Jill Kargman: When you think of other huge, iconic wedding dresses prior, you think of Princess Diana. [2] She is married to former Republican State Senator Art Linares. "[50] Stamford's Board of Representatives requested a meeting to privately discuss "alleged and misconstrued comments" but the outcome of this request was not publicly reported. Caroline was an amazing state legislator for so many reasons, not the least of which is everybody liked her because she liked everyone, Lamont said. Shes a pro-business Democrat who graduated from Harvard and worked on Barack Obamas first campaign for president. [21] The race attracted several high-profile donors,[22] amounting to a total of $1.2M between both candidates. But I always burn the eggs.. She also plans to meet with schools Superintendent Tamu Lucero this week. I knew it was a sure thing that she would come downstairs and read The Advocate, Linares said. Last month, Simmons won a second term representing the assembly district extending from Ridgeway to North Stamford. We dont look at this as a political issue, said Linares, a tall, dark-haired 28-year-old who has represented several lower Connecticut Valley towns in the state Senate since 2013. I feel like more people should be like thatunderstated, not over the top, [not] attention seeking. My dear friend designed the dress. She knew it would be a moment where the dress would show fully. DARIEN Former baseball manager Bobby Valentine and state Rep. Caroline Simmons clashed Thursday in their increasingly bitter battle to become Stamford's next mayor. Ive never met somebody so arresting, London says. Not for everybodybut for her. 2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Republican-endorsed candidate dropped out prior to the Democratic primary and endorsed Valentine. Aresimowicz is among the many state leaders of both parties invited to the wedding, though he is unable to make it due to a family commitment. STAMFORD State Rep. Caroline Simmons began the day as usual Friday, perusing the newspaper at breakfast. Dont you worry, Bysiewicz said. Watch Live at 7:00 PM: The U.S. and the Holocaust, a film by Ken Burns | Screening & Panel Discussion . After all, autumn is typically the quiet season for the part-time state lawmakers, who generally complete all their work by mid-June. A year and a half later, knowing that Caroline reads the Stamford Advocate every morning, Art took out a full-page ad asking her to marry him. Then the head count would not have to be as careful as it would be if it would be done in another way.. He said that Simmons, who moved to Stamford in 2013, was an amazing state legislator in part because everybody liked her.. She is due to deliver her third child early next year. Please enter valid email address to continue. [43][45] These capital investments echoed a claim made by commentators during Simmons' mayoral campaign that her connections to state and federal agencies could result in more funding for local initiatives. hands down changed the wedding dress game. I adored her expressionit says it all. Linares and Simmons, who was first elected in 2014, are both viewed as rising stars within their respective caucuses and neither party wants to lose them. As someone who had three babies as a state legislator and served as secretary of the state with three kids under the age of 7, Caroline Simmons has got this. And, we'll look at the connection between exercise and spirituality. Fashion designer Cynthia Rowley: I was so awestruck at the time with its simplicity. The elders To revist this article, visit My Profile, then View saved stories. 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Ned Lamont and state Attorney General William Tong -- who privately and publicly swore her in. Both lawmakers are well-liked on both sides of the aisle. I thought it would be a good way to propose, and also a sentimental way that would mean a lot to both of us., I usually check the back page for the weather, she said. I thought I misread it.. Caroline Simmons (born February 10, 1986) is an American politician serving as the mayor of Stamford, Connecticut. Welcome to Caroline Simmons and Art Linares's Wedding Website! 561.676.7299, Caroline Democrat Caroline Simmons defeats former New York Mets manager - MSN Caroline Simmons sworn in as first female mayor of Stamford - WTNH The actor, returning soon for a third season as Catherine the Great, pays homage to classic screen stars in the campaign for Paco Rabannes latest perfume, Fame. STAMFORD, Conn. (CBSNewYork) -- History was made Wednesday, as Connecticut's second-biggest city now its first female mayor. The former state representative beat two-term incumbent Mayor David Martin in a primary. margin: 16px auto 0; 2513 Kimball St How To Watch Caroline Simmons' Swearing-In Ceremony The way she flowed in her beautiful dress, moving at full pace, coming down the steps. I feel today as a father so proud, so fulfilled and so excited, Steve Simmons said. With the fame fuckers now, its so refreshing she chose to turn the spotlight down rather than up. 2023 Cond Nast. Talk about reaching across the aisle. Legislative leaders are still hoping to convene this week before the wedding to resolve the standoff. Before the Omicron surge caused dozens of people to drop off the wedding guest list of Bryan Terrell Clark and Devario D. Simmons, it shut down "Thoughts of A . [5] While in college, Simmons played on the varsity lacrosse team and spent a semester studying abroad at the American University in Egypt. PublishedDecember 1, 2021 at 5:19 PM EST. Im walking backwards in the light rain at dusk, and John does this amazing gesture, taking her hand and bringing it to his lips. Caroline Simmons (@mcarolinesimmons) is on Instagram Caroline Simmons Officially Sworn In As Stamford Mayor December 1, 2021 / 6:45 PM / CBS New York STAMFORD, Conn. (CBSNewYork) -- History was made Wednesday, as Connecticut's second-biggest city. London: [The dress] has the most extraordinary constructionsimple, bias-cut, all of it. At both, Attorney General William Tong administered the oath of office. The goal is to have a substantial number of votes in each chamber from each caucus, Senate President Pro Tem Martin Looney said Monday. Dear Caroline, Will you marry me? She is a perfect fit for Stamford.. Many ancient pipes in CT aren't up to the task of draining storm water, yet officials just seem to shrug. She is always looking for a dog or cat to befriend when she is not working -- and sometimes when she is working, as evidenced by her photo. Ned Lamont and Lt. Gov. Young women in the Stamford High School band who were invited to perform at the ceremony said they see the new mayor as a role model. It was a really special photograph. | Website by Web Publisher PRO, Experts (and real local people) share their best SECRETS FOR HOME AND WORK HAPPINESS, TOTAL HEALTH and FINANCIAL FITNESS, The new shop So Fresh shares its secret about irresistible doughnuts. Please wander around this website to find out more information about our wedding and a little bit about each one of us and our relationship.