Across Connecticut|News|
CT Republican House Leader: Stop New Payroll Tax
Incoming state House Republican leader Vincent Candelora said the state should put a pause on the .5 percent payroll tax for Jan. 1.
Rich Scinto, 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|
Camillo Urges Caution As Greenwich Enters Holiday Season
First Selectman Fred Camillo urges residents to be careful as the the number of positive cases of the coronavirus continues to rise in town.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Don't Touch That Dial: The 411 On First Responders' Radio Show
Tune in to Guilford firefighter and police sergeant's radio show to learn about porch pirates, fire safety, car thefts and latest on COVID.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Top Business Nominee: Fork & Fire
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: THE MAX Challenge
Patch asked readers to nominate the South Windsor Business of the Year, and glowing reviews were received for THE MAX Challenge.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Holiday Lights Return To Greenwich Avenue
Plans to bring the lights back next year are already in motion, according to First Selectman Fred Camillo.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Top Business Nominee: Educational Resources for Children
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Enfield Business of the Year, and a number of respondents wrote in favor of ERfC.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien Police Department Battles Coronavirus Outbreak
"The community can be confident that the level of service the police department has always provided will not be compromised."
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Tolland Top Business Nominee: Tolland Crossfit
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Courtney Set To Return To Washington After Coronavirus Quarantine
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney has been working from his Vernon home following a positive coronavirus test.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
The Legacy Theatre Gets $17,700 COVID Relief Arts Grant
The renowned theatre in Stony Creek is among the 154 CT arts nonprofits awarded funding to support the arts, most impacted by the pandemic.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Musical Theatre Group Receives State Grant
One of the few area groups devoted exclusively to musical theatre, the Opera House Players are among 154 recipients of new state funding.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Somers Top Business Nominee: Somersvillage Gifts
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Somers Business of the Year, and customers had high praise for Somersvillage Gifts.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Beauty Salon Owner From Enfield Retires After 44 Years
Fermi High School alum Joyce Frangiamore has owned her shop since 1996. She fulfilled her final appointment Wednesday night.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport Public Schools Returns To On-Site Hybrid Model Nov. 30
Since September, nearly 80 students and school staffers have tested positive for the coronavirus, Superintendent Thomas Scarice said.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich Hospital Limits Visitation As Coronavirus Cases Rise
The restrictions, which went into effect Tuesday, are designed to prevent the spread of the virus and to protect health and safety.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich High Administrator Tests Positive For Coronavirus
A Greenwich High School administrator recently tested positive for the coronavirus, and seven faculty members have been asked to quarantine.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Prepares For Nursing Home Coronavirus Overflow
State health officials are confident there is enough capacity in facilities dedicated to coronavirus nursing home patients.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Jenni Kayne Opens First Connecticut Store, On Greenwich Avenue
The store, which opened this month on Greenwich Avenue, is the lifestyle brand's first location in Connecticut.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Meals On Wheels: Delivering The Best Of Times During The Worst
It'll be a Thanksgiving to remember in the very best way despite the pandemic for 125 people who'll receive a holiday feast made with love.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
A Thanksgiving Message To East Haven From Mayor Joseph A. Carfora
"I am proud to be your mayor every day, but today—as I watch our community work together for each other—my heart overflows," Carfora said.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Young Schoolchildren In Quarantine: One East Haven Family's Story
Heather Lester and her family of school-age kids are in their second at-home quarantine after 3-year-old Giovanni's classmate tests positive
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Coronavirus Cases Have Exceeded 4,200, Mayor Says
Three Norwalk schools moved to all remote learning this week due to the virus.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Coronavirus Risk Tool Offers Insights Into Gathering Risks In CT
A new tool offers insight into the odds of coming into contact with an infected person at a gathering.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Which Greenwich Business Is Best Of The Year?
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Greenwich Businesses of the Year.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Which Stamford Business Is Best Of The Year?
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Stamford Businesses of the Year.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Which Madison Business Is The Best Of The Year?
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Madison Business of the Year.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Which Branford Business Is The Best Of The Year?
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Branford Business of the Year.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Which East Haven Business Is The Best Of The Year?
Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as an East Haven Business of the Year.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
First In-School Transmission Of Coronavirus Confirmed In Stamford
District officials reported the first case of an in-school transmission of the coronavirus in Stamford Public Schools this week.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Bernstein Reelected As Greenwich Board Of Education Chair
Greenwich Board of Education members voted to reelect Peter Bernstein and Kathleen Stowe as the board's chair and vice chair, respectively.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Holiday Winter Basket Tradition Continues In Greenwich
Greenwich Green & Clean worked with volunteers to continue their tradition of hanging handmade winter baskets from lampposts in town.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport Downtown Merchants Launch 'Downtown Dollars' Initiative
Westport Downtown Dollars is a digital gift card program designed to help the town's restaurants, shops and other businesses.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Historical Society, Student Filmmakers Make Pandemic Documentary
A powerful 30-minute film, 'Turning The Tide' captures the personal stories of Madison people from many walks of life during the shutdown.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Coronavirus Cases Continue Climb Among CT Students/Teachers
The state reported 1,600+ coronavirus cases among students and staff in the past week, prompting Gov. Ned Lamont to end most sports.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
New Childcare Center Fulfills Need In Stamford's Downtown Area
The Learning Experience recently opened a new location in Stamford, fulfilling a need for childcare services in the city's downtown area.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Nearly All CT Sports Ordered Shut Down Amid Coronavirus Outbreaks
Sports have been linked to coronavirus clusters and more than a dozen high school closures.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Stew Leonard's Donates Thousands Of Turkeys To Community Groups
Companywide, the grocery store is giving away 3,000 turkeys for Thanksgiving, 700 in lower Fairfield County.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien Schools Superintendent Under Quarantine: Report
Dr. Alan Addley is under quarantine after his spouse tested positive for the coronavirus.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
2 Greenwich High School Students Test Positive For Coronavirus
District officials said 22 students and three teachers at the school have been asked to quarantine as a result.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
