Enfield, CT|News|
Top Biz Nominees: Hazardville Wellness, Jacqui Campbell Nutrition
Patch asked readers to nominate an Enfield Business of the Year; many cited the combo of Hazardville Wellness and Jacqui Campbell Nutrition.
Tim Jensen, 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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Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Top Business Nominee: The Trunk Show
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
South Windsor Top Business Nominee: Scoil Rince Luimni
Patch asked readers to nominate the South Windsor Business of the Year; many endorsed the Irish dance instruction at Scoil Rince Luimni.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT To Receive 500,000 Vaccine Doses By End Of January: Lamont
Connecticut officials anticipate that 1 million residents will be vaccinated by the end of March.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford School Buildings To Temporarily Close For One Month
The district said Stamford Public Schools will temporarily transition to 100% distance teaching and learning due to "staffing challenges."
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
With Major Storm Approaching, Westport Alters School Snow Days
Schools Superintendent Thomas Scarice said remote learning during the coronavirus pandemic requires changes to Westport's snow day policies.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Top Business Nominee: French Cleaners
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
East Windsor Top Business Nominee: Cindy's Soap Cottage
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as East Windsor Business of the Year; many sang the praises of Cindy's Soap Cottage.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Reef Shack Market And Grill Opens In Fairfield
Reef Shack offers dine-in or takeout service for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Many menu items feature the signature shaved rib eye.
Anna Bybee-Schier, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
66 Years On the Avenue, This Christmas The McBurneys Decorate It
WWII veteran Warren "Mac" McBurney, 94, built the Austin Avenue house (and road, too) he and Lois, his bride of 67 years, have called home.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Crime Increasing Another Coronavirus Symptom: Police
The pandemic is leading to an increase in crime, particularly among juveniles. Police are looking for solutions.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
How And When Will The Coronavirus Vaccine Come To CT?
Connecticut expects to receive its first vaccine doses on Monday for the Pfizer vaccine candidate. Who's first in line?
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Barbecue Pop Up Opens At Garden Catering In Old Greenwich
Customers can now enjoy barbecue wings, ribs and other special menu items from Houndstooth Barbecue at a new pop up in Old Greenwich.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Coronavirus Cases Have Exceeded 500 In Darien: First Selectman
Royle Elementary School was on a remote learning schedule Friday due to numerous staff members under quarantine, according to the district.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Coronavirus Case Rise In Bethel Is A Family Affair: Knickerbocker
Restaurants and retail operations are not the reason coronavirus cases are on the rise in Bethel, First Selectman Matt Knickerbocker said.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Helping The Helpers: The Community Dining Room Serves Thousands
Every month, over 4,500 meals are served to the hungry, and often lonely, in 8 towns from East Haven to Old Saybrook. Here's how to help.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Restaurant Workers Plan Protest At Governor's Residence
On Monday, employees from the state's struggling eatery industry plan to protest at the Hartford residence of Gov. Ned Lamont.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
South Windsor Top Business Nominee: Birdhouse Coffee
Patch asked readers to nominate the South Windsor Business of the Year; many raved about Birdhouse Coffee at Connecticut Valley Brewing.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Restaurant Closed For 2 Weeks Due To Coronavirus Breach
This marks the second time El Mexicano violated coronavirus protocols, according to city officials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Top Business Nominee: Computer Solutions
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Cisco Brewers To Open First CT Location In Stamford
The Massachusetts-based brewery's first Connecticut location is coming to The Village, a new multi-acre campus set to open soon in Stamford.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Former East Windsor Bar Site Transformed Into Dining Showplace
The newly-opened Mark's Tavern is the polar opposite of its predecessor; the new owner made a complete transformation of the old "dive bar."
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Application Deadline Nearing For Enfield Toys for Joy Program
The cutoff date to apply for the annual toy drive by the Enfield Police Department is Dec. 14. Toy and monetary donations are still needed.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Top Business Nominee: Caronna's Super Market
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Enfield Business of the Year, and a number of respondents cited Caronna's Market.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Coronavirus Cases Closes 4 Norwalk Schools Past New Year's Day
The city and virtually all of Connecticut continues to grapple with rising numbers of coronavirus cases, according to health officials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich Coronavirus: 'Tough Times Ahead' Over Next Few Weeks
First Selectman Fred Camillo said the town also expects to release information about vaccinations soon.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Top Business Nominee: Oak Barrel Wine & Spirits
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Top Business Nominee: Wagging Tails
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Town To Look For New Movie Operator For New Canaan Playhouse
The Elm Street theater, operated by Bow Tie Cinemas for years, has been closed for most of the year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Mental Health Services Available Through Pandemic
Pandemic-related stress is causing an uptick in mental health needs across the state. Services are available in-person and electronically.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Santa To Deliver Presents To Greenwich Children On A Firetruck
The Cos Cob Fire Police Patrol's "Operation Santa" offers residents a unique way to have a present delivered to their child.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Top Business Nominee: Craft Kitchen
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Top Business Nominee: Uberdog
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Against Coronavirus, Darien Is Resilient, First Selectman Says
Darien First Selectman Jayme Stevenson Monday delivered her State of the Town address for 2020.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Tolland Top Business Nominee: Kids Academy Child Care Center​
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
South Windsor Top Business Nominee: Sal's Pizza
Patch asked readers to nominate the South Windsor Business of the Year, and a number of folks chose Sal's Pizza as the best in town.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
4 Coronavirus Deaths Reported In Norwalk This Week
Coronavirus cases continue to spike in the city and throughout the state.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich Restaurant Aims To Feed 500 Families In Need
Garden Catering hopes to feed 500 Greenwich families in need this holiday season through its "Nugs Not Hugs" program.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Increase In Distance Learners Causes Staffing Concerns At School
District officials said Dolan Middle School in Stamford has seen a large increase in distance teaching and learning student enrollment.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Somers Top Business Nominee: HodgePodge Gifts & Upscale Resale
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Somers Business of the Year, and many raved about HodgePodge Gifts & Upscale Resale.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
