Vernon, CT|News|
Free Meal Program Continuing In Vernon During Summer
Vernon's Youth Services Department, will be continuing the local free meal program for the summer.
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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Vernon, CT|News|
Vernon Schools Reopening Plan Targeted For August Distribution
The goal is to have a "fall semester re-opening plan" to families of Vernon school-aged children by late summer.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
The Place 2 Be Owner On Restaurant Expansion — 'Why Stand Still?'
An ambitious plan to expand to West Hartford and Hartford shows the character of the restaurant industry, The Place 2 Be owner says.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Number Of States On CT Coronavirus Quarantine List Doubles
Connecticut, New York and New Jersey have added more states to the list of those whose residents must self-quarantine upon arrival here.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Ridgefield Summer Sidewalk Stroll​ To Kick Off
Ridgefield stores will be spilling out onto the sidewalks for the summer-long event.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Back-To-School: Students Can Choose Remote Learning
Schools have until July 24 to submit a plan to the state Department of Education explaining how they will handle the reopening requirements.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Big E Officially Called Off For 2020
The Big E has been called off for 2020 because of safety concerns related to the coronavirus.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Antibody Screening Added To Vernon Coronavirus Testing
The Town of Vernon and Priority Urgent Care have announced antibody screening.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Gigante's Too Reopening In Wallingford
In a surprise, the owners announced that the popular deli is reopening a little more than a month after saying it was closing for good.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Baseball Is Back In North-Central Connecticut
In the absence of American Legion baseball this summer, the CT Elite Baseball Association was formed to provide players a chance to compete.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Professor At WCSU In Danbury Studies Coronavirus Impact
WCSU’s Associate Professor of Anthropology Christine Hegel is measuring the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on informal workers.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Those Connecticut Traveler Self-Quarantine Rules Demystified
Know someone who is coming to CT from a state with a high risk of coronavirus infection? They may want to read this...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Town Park Beach Is Back In The Swim, With New Rules
Volleyball court​? Check. Grills? Check. Picnic tables? Check. Basketball courts? You'll have to wait. And don't forget your mask...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien Library Postpones Reopening Building To July 6: UPDATE
Among the restrictions, no more than 150 people will be allowed in the building at any time.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT School Reopening Plan Draws Criticism From Teachers
Connecticut's largest teacher unions said the plan didn't instill confidence. U.S. Rep Jahana Hayes also said it needed more work.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Man Launches New Fly-Fishing Business Amid Coronavirus
After suffering personal & financial losses during the coronavirus pandemic, Paul McConnell turned to his passion to help weather the storm.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
Salons And Phase 2: New Rules But A Smooth Operation
A Patch editor had a haircut to test out the salon scene under Phase 2 reopening rules.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Beating The Coronavirus: A Farm Goes Online, In Ridgefield
80 percent of Horseshoe Farm's business was with the local restaurants that the coronavirus clobbered. It was time for that pivot...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Stays Course In Coronavirus Battle, Country Has Worst Day
The latest daily update showed Connecticut's figures trending in the right direction as the country had its worst single-day for infections.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT's Back-To-School Plan Released: What You Need To Know
Connecticut's back-to-school plan requires students and staff to wear masks and calls for possible distance learning.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Takes Down Christopher Columbus Statue: Update
The statue was dedicated to the city in 1940.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien To Move Coronavirus Testing Site Away From High School
The testing site has been in a parking lot at Darien High School since the spring.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
An Odd Travelers Wednesday For Former Enfield Mayor
Former mayor Scott Kaupin has volunteered at Connecticut's PGA Tour stop for more than three decades, including serving as 2002 chairman.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT 'On Track' To Contain Coronavirus New Report Says
A new study explains in detail how Connecticut is doing with regard to slowing down the spread of the coronavirus.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Popular Vernon Historical Society Book Sale Finally On Tap
The popular Vernon Historical Society book sale is on tap for the end of this month into July after being delayed by the coronavirus.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Thursday Vote Slated On Tolland Budget With Unchanged Tax Rate
The Tolland Town Council will consider adopting a $57.1 million budget in a special virtual meeting Thursday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Brewery Opening New 'Third Place' Space This Week
Half Full Brewery​'s new "Third Place" concept will open early to the public in Stamford this week.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
UConn Sports Cuts Have Roots Before Pandemic, President Says
UConn's president is saying sports cuts are running deeper than a pandemic reaction.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Whispering Pines: Moving Forward After The Worst Of Times
Twenty-five died, but the vast majority recovered, including health care staff. How an East Haven nursing home got through its darkest time.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Historic Stamford Diner Rebounds From Coronavirus 'Nightmare'
"Emotions were riding so high, and I had a lot of sleepless nights," said the owner of Lakeside Diner, "it was very, very emotional."
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT DMV Partially Reopens: What To Know
The Connecticut DMV has partially reopened, but business must be done by appointment only for the time being.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Pay Cuts Proposed For UConn Non-Union 'Managers'
The University of Connecticut's top administrator has outlined pay cuts to make up for a record shortfall related to the coronavirus.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Groton, CT|News|
Electric Boat Awarded $9.5-Billion Sub Contract
The Groton firm has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy for a massive submarine project.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
About 80 Stores/Eateries Now Open At Manchester's Buckland Mall
Most of the stores at the Buckland Hills mall in Manchester have opened through Phase 2.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Himes, Marpe Tour Westport's Compo Beach For Coronavirus Update
The congressman and First Selectman were joined Parks & Recreation Director Jennifer Fava, and state Sens. Tony Hwang and Will Haskell.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester Library Reopens With New Rules
The Mary Cheney Library reopened Monday with a whole new set of rules related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
McDonald's Pledges 2,000-Plus Summer Hirings In Connecticut
McDonald's is pledging more than 2,000 jobs in Connecticut this summer as communities continue to reopen their economies.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Store In Enfield Shopping Plaza Honors Its Recent Graduates
Having lost out on much of the enjoyment of their senior year, four Bed Bath & Beyond employees were treated to a special ceremony Monday.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Hundreds Celebrate Juneteenth, Black Lives Matter In Norwalk
Friday's event included an appearance by Omo Klusum Mohammed, the mother of Mubarak Soulemane, who was shot and killed by a state trooper.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Papa's Wings & Seafood Finds Its Home In East Haven
The new, Black-owned take-out restaurant has been open for less than two weeks and is already a hit in town. Owner James Green is thrilled.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
