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Man Charged After Months-Long Fairfield Narcotics Investigation

Fairfield doctor to pay $80K settlement / Share of college grads up in Fairfield area / Nominate a Neighbor To Know in Fairfield

Patch PM provides a roundup of the day's top stories in Fairfield and Connecticut.
Patch PM provides a roundup of the day's top stories in Fairfield and Connecticut. (Kristin Borden/Patch)

Here are the news stories trending in Fairfield and across Connecticut this afternoon:

Fairfield Man Accused Of Dealing Cocaine: Police

The man was arrested and charged after a months-long investigation of allegations that he was selling cocaine in town, according to police.>>>Read more.

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Fairfield Doctor To Pay $80K Settlement Over Opioid Refill Claims

The doctor and his practice were accused of granting patients early refills 40 times for prescription controlled substances, officials said.>>>Read more.

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In Fairfield Area, Share Of College Grads Increasing

The percentage of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it's changed in Fairfield County.>>>Read more.


Help Patch Recognize The People Who Make Fairfield Special

Fairfield Patch is seeking nominations for Neighbor To Know, a new series about the community members who make Fairfield a better place.>>>Read more.

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