Monroe Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Fairfield County decreased recently.

Congressman Jim Himes Hosts Town Hall Meeting In Monroe Monday

Himes, who represents the 4th Congressional District, will hold the meeting in the Edith Wheeler Memorial Library.

Fairfield County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Monroe area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Monroe Police Department Looks To Hire 2 Officers

One is an entry level position, and the other is for an experienced officer.

Unemployment Decreases In Monroe Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Fairfield County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Monroe Part Of Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program

The program allows certain businesses to claim a state tax credit for monetary donations made to qualifying community programs.

Broadband Speed In Monroe Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Monroe area compares.

2021-22 Monroe Budget Approved By Residents

More than 1,700 residents voted in Tuesday's budget referendum.

Monroe Town Clerk's Office Offers Extended Hours For Absentee Ballot Voting On Budget Referendum

The office will be open until 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 29, and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 1.

112th District Special Election: Tony Scott Wins

Scott, a Republican, defeated Democrat Nick Kapoor for the seat, which had been vacated by JP Sredzinski earlier this year.

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Fairfield County.

Letter to the Editor: Tony Scott For State Rep

"Monroe and Newtown need people like Tony Scott in Hartford."

Monroe Planning & Zoning Commission Supports Scott For State Rep

"Tony Scott is willing and prepared to fight for solutions to our local zoning issues," commission members wrote in a letter to the editor.

Absentee Ballot Information For The 112th Assembly District April 13 Special Election

Applications are now available.

Democrat Nick Kapoor Nominated To Run For 112th District

“We could hardly nominate a more qualified candidate,” Monroe Democratic Town Committee Chairwoman Patricia Paniccia said.

Details Announced For April 13 Special Election To Fill 112th Assembly District Seat

Absentee ballots will be counted at Monroe Town Hall.

Monroe Gets State Grant

The grant will help cover the costs of replacing the town's emergency radio system.

Monroe Presidential Election Results: Trump/Biden Nearly Split

President Donald Trump was never going to win Connecticut. See how he fared in Monroe in 2020 compared to 2016.

Monroe Election Results 2020: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here is how Monroe residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, congress and their local state races.

Voting In Monroe: Everything You Need To Know

Everything you need to know about voting in Monroe for the election.

Election Day In Monroe: When, Where To Vote

Everything you need to know about voting in Monroe for the election Nov. 3.

Election Day Information For The Town Of Monroe

The polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Election 2020: Newtown Voter Guide

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Newtown for the election Nov. 3.

Election 2020: Monroe Voter Guide

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Monroe for the election Nov. 3.

PURA Public Hearings On Tropical Storm Isaias Response Investigation Set For Oct. 21-23

Monroe residents are invited to participate in the Zoom sessions.

Public Informational Meeting On Proposed Cell Phone Tower In Monroe Set For Sept. 30

The remote session begins at 6 p.m.

Monroe Motor Vehicle Board Of Assessment Appeals To Be Heard Sept. 21

Each appellant will have a 15-minute hearing.

Monroe Weighs In On Eversource Storm Response Investigation

Monroe residents who experienced a delay in having their power restored after Tropical Storm Isaias have a chance to share their experiences

PURA Grants Monroe Participant Status In Eversource Investigation

Monroe's input will assist PURA in investigating Eversource's performance during the aftermath of Tropical Storm Isaias.

Monroe Officials Provide Absentee Voter Information

Monroe town officials are sharing important voting information with residents ahead of November's election.

Kellogg 'Extremely Upset' By Eversource's Response

First Selectman Ken Kellogg said town workers had to drive around to find the Eversource crews themselves.

Monroe School District Shuffles Personnel

The school district has named a new interim assistant superintendent, among other appointments.

Virtual Meetings Scheduled For Monroe Budget

Residents can comment ahead of time on the budget.

Kellogg Asks For Zero Percent Tax Increase Budget

First Selectman Ken Kellogg said now is not the time to ask taxpayers for more money due to the new coronavirus.

CT Coronavirus Update: 23 More Deaths, 608 New Cases

Gov. Ned Lamont noted that Connecticut is still challenged by a lack of coronavirus testing material, which is key to reopening the economy.

CT Coronavirus Updates: 49 More Deaths, 110 New Hospitalizations

The state is also working on a potential fix that could greatly reduce the unemployment benefit backlog.

Coronavirus CT: REAL ID Deadline Extended Due To Virus

The U.S. government has extended the deadline for REAL ID. Connecticut DMV has also granted an extension for expiring credentials.

Coronavirus Monroe: Budget Referendum Canceled

Gov. Ned Lamont's executive order leaves budget approval up to towns' budget making authorities.

Monroe Residents Express Concern Over Projected Tax Increase

Taxes could increase 2.6 percent under the proposed town and Board of Education budgets.

Monroe Budget Proposal Comes With Projected Tax Increase

First Selectman Ken Kellogg said the town is trying to hold the line on spending increases.