Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford School Closed Due To COVID-19 Case Will Reopen Monday
District officials said Stillmeadow Elementary School in Stamford is closed Friday "due to the need to complete COVID-19 contact tracing."
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Connecticut: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Connecticut are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Two People Test Positive For Coronavirus At Shelton School
Two "community members" at a Shelton elementary school tested positive for the virus. The school will remain open.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Gov. Lamont Coronavirus Approval Rating Among Highest In U.S.
Gov. Ned Lamont had one of the highest governor approval ratings for his handling of the coronavirus pandemic in the country.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Department Of Health Clinic Reopens
The city's Department of Health clinic has reopened and is accepting patients by appointment only.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Coronavirus Positive Test Rate Above 1 Percent 2 Days In a Row
Connecticut reported more than 200 new coronavirus cases Thursday.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
2020-21 Ski Season Expected In CT, But With A Different Look
Connecticut snow sports areas are expected to be open for the 2020-21 season, but with a different look amid coronavirus guidelines.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Thanksgiving Balloon Parade Canceled In Stamford
The 2020 Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular scheduled for November has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns, event officials said.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Popular Milford Restaurant's Expansion Plans Approved
More space was needed in an effort to accommodate patrons during the coronavirus pandemic.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
$20M Downtown Milford Project Approved, May Include Restaurant
The city's Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved the project which is valued at nearly $20 million.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Sylvan Learning Center In Brookfield Wins Grant, Keeps Innovating
This business lost 70-80 percent of its revenue when the virus hit. It's rebounding through grants, grit and the kindness of strangers.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
WCSU In Danbury Reopens Dorms To Residents This Weekend
The WCSU dorms shuttered three weeks ago following a coronavirus warning will reopen this weekend.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Former Smashburger In Enfield Available For Lease
In the past 10 months, four of the six Smashburger restaurants in Connecticut have closed their doors, with Enfield being the most recent.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont Extends Most Executive Orders: What You Need To Know
Gov. Ned Lamont is extending the majority of his executive orders. He wants to discuss them with legislators.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Approved For 2 More Weeks Of Lost Wage Assistance
The supplemental federal program provides an additional $300 per week to unemployed people with certain stipulations.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Chants of 'Let Us Play' Dominate Rally to Save CT Football
Hundreds of high school football players and countless coaches, parents and supporters turned out at a rally at the state Capitol Wednesday.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Coronavirus Updates: Positive Test Rate Reaches 1-Month High
The state had its highest one-day positive test rate since Aug. 11, according to state Department of Public Health officials.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Students Return To School In Greenwich
In one form or another, students returned to school in Greenwich this week and school officials are calling the first day a success.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
'The Great Apple Hunt' To Commence In Downtown Manchester
It's time for the The Great Apple Hunt of 2020 in Downtown Manchester.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Schools Starts Unprecedented Year With Some Challenges
Trumbull Public Schools started its hybrid school year Tuesday, though not without some issues.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Vernon Motorcyle Business Featured On Discovery Channel Show
A Vernon motorcycle museum and restoration business had made it to a show on the Discovery Channel.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Students Return To School In Stamford, Only A Few Issues Reported
In one form or another, students returned to school in Stamford this week and school officials are calling the first day a success.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Pregnancy and Pandemic: 2020 Lends Vision For BOE Chairwoman
2020 has been a unique year in many ways for Tolland's school board chairwoman.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
New Tools Likely As CT Heads Into Fall/Winter Coronavirus Battle
Yale School of Medicine department chair Dr. Albert Ko said he is optimistic about Connecticut's ability to contain the coronavirus.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Mask Use High, Some Hesitancy Over Coronavirus Vaccine: Survey
Around one in five Connecticut residents don't plan to get the coronavirus vaccine, according to a new survey.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Positive Coronavirus Test Rate For Every Town In CT Released
State health officials have released new data concerning the positive test rate for every town in Connecticut.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Staff Shortage Among Back-To-School Challenges For Fairfield
Students wearing face masks improperly and traffic congestion at dismissal were among other issues to arise during the first day of school.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Somers School Closed After Staffer Has Positive Coronavirus Test
Classes have been canceled Wednesday and Thursday at Somers Elementary School.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return To Tolland Schools
After nearly six months of relative isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic, students returned to school buildings in Tolland Tuesday morn
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return to West Hartford Schools
Students in West Hartford returned to school buildings Tuesday morning for the first time since mid-March.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT High School Football Possible Early Next Year: Lamont
Gov. Ned Lamont said it was possible that there could be a high school football season early next year after the CIAC canceled fall season.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Coronavirus Forces Cancellation Of Branford Veterans Day Parade
A service on the Branford Town Green Nov. 8 that will include the singing of the National Anthem, prayers and remarks will take its place.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return to South Windsor Schools
Students in South Windsor returned to school buildings Tuesday morning for the first time since mid-March.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return to Ellington, Somers Schools
Students returned to school buildings Tuesday morning for the first time since mid-March.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Windsor Locks Students Return to School
East Windsor students returned to school buildings Thursday, while Windsor Locks schools opened up Tuesday.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Enfield Students Return to School Buildings
About 72 percent of Enfield students have returned to on-campus instruction, according to the superintendent.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Milford Mall Is In Trouble: Here's How Owners Want To Save It
The Connecticut Post Mall has lost two major anchor stores over the past few years and the assessed value has declined by nearly $30M.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Coronavirus Brings Best, Worst Of Times To Ridgefield Real Estate
Property sales in Ridgefield tanked in April and May, but then wealthy buyers in NYC started to get antsy...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Grants Give Small Businesses A 'Bit More Confidence'
Recipient Lattice House is using the grant to grow its digital presence. The shop just had its best August since opening four years ago.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester Road Race Committee Cancels On-Site Running For 2020
Plans for a limited, 500-runner field have been scrapped, but a virtual race will carry on.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Coronavirus Updates: Lamont Extends Bar Closure
Connecticut bars will not be opening anytime soon under a new order from Gov. Ned Lamont.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
