Westport, CT|News|
Vehicle Thefts & Property Crimes Rising In Westport, Cops Say
"Should you observe suspicious activity in your neighborhood, please don’t delay in contacting us," Westport police said.
Alfred Branch, 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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North Haven, CT|News|
Modified Summer Concert Series Announced In North Haven
The concerts will be held at a new location with a few changes, officials announced.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Library Partially Reopens For Computer Services In Greenwich
The Byram building's lower level is open for residents to use computers, printers, scanners and copiers if they make an appointment.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Dial-A-Ride To Resume With Limited Service
Wilton Dial-a-Ride will resume on July 13 with changes to ensure the safety of those using the service and the drivers.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
New Canaan Town Hall Slows Reopening Plans
Town Hall is open, but officials are discouraging older or at-risk residents from visiting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Some CT Parents Criticize Back-To-School Plan
The state's done a good job slowing coronavirus, the education commissioner said, so, “We don’t want to blow it. We want to do it right."
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
New Vernon Dog Park Slated To Officially Open Next Week
Vernon's new dog park is scheduled to officially open next week.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Popular Burger Restaurant Opens In Downtown Milford
The restaurant was originally slated to open in the spring but was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
'Indians' Nickname Discussions To Intensify In Farmington
The Farmington High School "Indians" mascot will be under tight scrutiny beginning this summer.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Weston Sets Schedule For Reopening of Town Buildings
In the interim, town staff will continue to work either at home or in the office at a modified schedule.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Town Green Seems Awfully Empty This Week
The Enfield 4th of July Town Celebration, a staple in the community for 35 years, is canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport Library Book Sale To Accept Book Donations Again July 16
The library halted accepting donations as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Coronavirus Hospitalizations Increase For Second Day In CT
The state's positive test rate remains low and fewer than 100 people are hospitalized for the virus.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Surfside Hotel Prepares To Open In Stratford
The hotel planned for the former Marnick's location could be open by the end of the month.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk High School Closed After Positive Coronavirus Test
In-person summer school classes that had begun at the school this week have been moved online, officials said.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Reports Zero Coronavirus Deaths For First Time In 100+ Days
Connecticut reached a significant milestone Tuesday as no new COVID-19 deaths were reported.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
DEEP Clarifies Scantic River State Park Policies
Swimming in the Scantic River is still prohibited but picnicking is again allowed following social distance protocol, according to the DEEP.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
2nd Diaper Drive Slated In Manchester
A diaper pantry created by a Manchester High School student has scheduled a drive for this week.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Coronavirus PPP Loans In CT: Where The Money Went
Here is a list of Connecticut businesses that received the largest loans from the $51 billion Paycheck Protection Program.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Real Estate A Bright Spot In Fairfield's Post-Coronavirus Economy
There’s bad news and good news for Fairfield as the town recovers from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, officials said Monday.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Ridgefield Releases Results of Coronavirus Impact Survey
Ridgefield's Economic & Community Development Commission gauged how the town's businesses are performing during the pandemic.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Patch Readers Sound Off On CT Back-To-School Plan
Connecticut Patch informally surveyed readers about the back-to-school plan. Most said it needs improvement.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Still On Track To Contain Coronavirus But There Are Concerns
The health metrics all point to Connecticut containing the virus but here is why there are still looming concerns about a new outbreak.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Redding Health Department Outlines Plans To Reopen Town
The Redding Health Department has released the details of its three-phase plan to reopen.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Potential Shenipsit Boating Rules Outlined By Connecticut Water
Potential Shenipsit Lake boating rules have been outlined by Connectiut Water.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
New Signs Say Swimming, Picnicking Prohibited At Scantic Park
New signs explaining the prohibitions have been posted at the park entrance, but many chose to ignore them Thursday afternoon.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport First Selectman Issues Remarks On 4th Of July
The coronavirus pandemic has made the 2020 Fourth of July different from any other.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Lydall Awarded Defense Department Protective Mask Contract
Manchester-bsed Lydall Inc. has been awarded a federal protective mask contract.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Among 3 States With Lowest Coronavirus Rates
Connecticut's positive coronavirus test rate has become lower and lower.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
No Coronavirus Patients Currently At Greenwich Hospital
For the first time since mid-March, Greenwich Hospital does not have any patients who tested positive for COVID-19 in their care.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Tolland County Civil Courthouse Scheduled To Reopen
The Tolland County Civil Courthouse is slated to reopen later this month.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
UConn Releases Updates On Fall Semester Reopening
University of Connecticut officials Wednesday released an update on rules for beginning the fall semester.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Restaurant In Center of Somers Reopens
The Copper House Tavern reopened Tuesday after an absence of several months.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien Police Chief Issues Statement On '8 Can't Wait' Reforms
The Darien Police Department has incorporated several aspects of the suggested reforms.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Woodbury-Middlebury, CT|News|
Luc's Lemonade Stand Fundraising For Middlebury Firefighters
Lucas Oskwarek​​, 12, can't open his stand this Fourth because of the pandemic. That hasn't stopped him from trying to help his community.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Hospital Coronavirus Drive-Thru Testing Site To Shutter
A steady decrease in new COVID-19 infections has prompted Nuvance to deploy the testing resources elsewhere in their system.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Stores In CT Once Again Collecting Fees For Reusable Plastic Bags
Gov. Lamont had stopped stores from collecting plastic bag fees at the start of the coronavirus crisis. That policy is now history.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Hits 2 Important Coronavirus Milestones
Connecticut recorded its most coronavirus tests and there was a record-low positive rate.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel Library: It's Time To Return What You Borrowed In March
Checked-out library materials may be returned in the outdoor drop-box located by the building entrance.​
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport Forms Civilian Review Panel For Police Complaints
The panel also will assist the department, in addition to the Westport Fire Department and Emergency Medical Service, with hiring.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
