Southington, CT|News|
Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties
The latest trek to a Hidden Gem takes us to home cooking in the central part of the state.
Chris Dehnel, 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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Greenwich, CT|News|
Teachers' Return To Classrooms Slightly Delayed In Greenwich
In a note to teachers, the superintendent said the decision was made following recent "questions and concerns" shared by the GEA.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Lottery Contributes $348 Million To State's General Fund
The CT Lottery declared its second-best year ever in a report released Thursday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Connecticut Fall Sports Plan Updated By Athletic Governing Body
Girls volleyball and football will proceed as planned this fall, despite recommendations to the contrary by the Department of Public Health.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Senior Services Program Suspended In Stratford Due To Coronavirus
The target group served by C.A.R.E.S. is at particularly high risk of serious and potentially life-threatening medical complications.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Harvest Market Canceled Due To Coronavirus Concerns
"Given the size of this event, it would be very difficult to maintain proper safety protocols," the Fairfield chamber president said.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Delays Reopening Of Schools
The Board of Education voted to delay the start of school to give the district more time to work through “very complex personnel matters.”
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
4 New Coronavirus Cases In Madison Tied To Family Travel, Events
First Selectwoman Peggy Lyons said Wednesday the new cases "highlight the importance" of self-quarantining after travel to another state.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Major Downtown Milford Development Project Filed With City
The developer said he has already received interest from small grocers who are interested in the project.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Seeks Government Staffing Cuts Through Early Retirements
The coronavirus pandemic has caused a lot of financial uncertainty for Norwalk and communities throughout Connecticut and the country.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Nearly 200 Fairfield School Staff Seek Pandemic Accommodation
“There will be some staff members who have requested a remote assignment and will not be able to receive that change,” one official said.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Update: East Haven Teachers Protest School Reopening Plan
An impassioned plea by a teacher of the year and a COVID-19 survivor for schools to reconsider didn't alter the back-to-school plan.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
Isaias Cleanup Totals 15,000 Cubic Yard Of Debris, Officials Say
Debris from Tropical Storm Isaias has added up in West Hartford.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
Coronavirus Recovery Survey Open To North Haven Residents
Officials are asking North Haven residents to take a survey regarding the community’s needs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Nearly 20 Percent Of Greenwich Students Choose Distance Learning
Middle school students represented the highest percentage of remote learners at 20 percent, according to school officials.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Feds Award $700,000 Crumbling Foundation Research Grant To UConn
U.S. Reps Joe Courtney and John Larson said UConn will begin studying causes of the Connecticut crumbling foundation crisis.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
MCC Announces Fall 2020 Accelerated Class Schedule
Manchester Community College has announced a fall 2020 accelerated schedule.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Amazon Opens New Delivery Station In Wallingford
To celebrate the opening of its second facility in Wallingford, Amazon donated 700 backpacks filled with school supplies for local students.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Isaias Cleanups Turning Into Plenty Of Mulch For Vernon Residents
Yard waste from Tropical Storm Isaias is translating into plenty of mulch at the Vernon Transfer Station.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
'Non-Negotiable' School Reopening Terms From CT Teachers, Staff
Connecticut teachers, bus drivers, secretaries and nurses issued a series of coronavirus safety demands before schools reopen.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Coleytown Elementary Staffer Positive For Coronavirus: Report
The news comes just weeks from the start of school.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester Backpack Program Maintaining Its Success
Manchester officials Monday offered an update on the annual back-to-school backpack program.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
BJ's Wholesale Club Going 'Contactless' At Curb Amid Coronavirus
BJ's Wholesale Club officials announced Monday that "contactless" curbside pickup is in effect at all locations.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Opinion: Connecticut Defends Everyone's Right To Vote
State Sen. Will Haskell discusses how Connecticut is ensuring that all votes will be counted in this fall's election.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
These Are The Factors CT Uses To Track How Your School Reopens
Coronavirus infection rates, hospitalizations and even emergency room visits go into determining when and how your school system reopens.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Conditioning For CT High School Fall Athletes to Resume Monday
Non-contact sport-specific skill work may begin next Saturday, according to CIAC officials.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Off-Campus Parties Could Mean Expulsion For Sacred Heart Students
First-time offenders will receive a 30-day suspension from campus and a $100 fine, and repeat offenders will be expelled.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Petition Seeks Full-Time Return To School In Fairfield
The petition had nearly 700 signatures as of Saturday morning.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Reports 1st New Coronavirus-Related Death In 3-Plus Weeks
Additionally, there was one new positive coronavirus case reported in Norwalk Friday, bringing the total of confirmed cases to 2,157.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Running Legend Burfoot Endorses 2020 Hybrid Manchester Road Race
Running legend Amby Burfoot is endorsing the hybrid format that will allow the 2020 Manchester Road Race to be staged .
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Remote Instruction Varies For CT Teachers At Risk Of Coronavirus
Some school districts are considering allowing teachers at higher risk for coronavirus complications to teach remotely, but others aren't.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Gov. Lamont Increases Coronavirus Rental Assistance Funding
The initiative is funded by the Coronavirus Relief Fund that is managed by the Office of Policy and Management.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Mobile Veterinarian Now Helping Pets In Northern Connecticut
A longtime veterinarian in western Massachusetts has become licensed in Connecticut, and opened a mobile practice to care for pets in homes.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Rogi Shoppe Opens In Shelton
The Pierogies On Wheels food truck will continue on, but under a new name and now with a storefront location in downtown Shelton.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Once Again, Young People In CT Have Most New Coronavirus Cases
Gov. Ned Lamont said the fact younger people have the most new cases of the coronavirus in Connecticut shows the pandemic "isn't over."
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont Gives More Guidance On School Reopening
Gov. Ned Lamont gave more guidance on schools reopening, especially when it came to coronavirus cases within a school.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
New Stamford Dog Daycare Emphasizes Transparency, Comfort
The new business, which has set up shop in a historic downtown building, aims to bring peace of mind to pet parents in and around Stamford.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
For This Weston Church, The Coronavirus Is A Blessing And A Curse
Incredibly, the size of Norfield Congregational Church's services has doubled since the pandemic. But the hard work has only just begun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
Newly Remodeled Claire's Corner Copia Reopens Friday
Landmark New Haven vegetarian restaurant Claire’s Corner Copia, celebrating its 45th year, closed in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Adversity Aside, Business Dream Comes True For Enfield Native
A former high school gridiron star has battled back from overwhelming physical adversity to realize his dream of business ownership.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
