Gary Jeanfaivre, Patch Staff
- Fairfield, CT
Gary Jeanfaivre is an award-winning journalist with a passion for community news.
A native of Fairfield, Conn., he graduated from St. Michael's College with a bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication, with a concentration in English literature. His first gig out of college was with the then Fairfield Citizen~News, as a reporter covering zoning, town government, police, fire, features and basically anything and everything. It was while with the Citizen that he earned three awards from the New England Press Association: first place environmental reporting; second place general news; third place social issues feature.
Gary went on to work at other award-winning publications in the Brooks Community Newspapers chain — as managing editor of the Greenwich Citizen, the Westport News and, before joining Patch, editor of the Fairfield Citizen and Westport News.
As a regional editor at Patch, Gary works with a team of professional journalists to deliver excellent local news to our audience.
He lives in Sandy Hook with his wife and two children.
Posting Activity
Fairfield|News|
Police: Car Went Airborne When It Crashed Into Cumberland Farms
Fairfield Police are investigating the accident that sent four people, including an 18-month-old girl, to the hospital.
New London, CT|News|
Indictment: Drug Kingpin Hired Men to Murder New London Man
A struggle over control of a New London cocaine enterprise called the "Green Garages" turned deadly, and three city men have been charged in relation to the murder and distribution of narcotics.
Woodbury-Middlebury, CT|News|
Pomperaug Grad Launches Kickstarter to Publish Children's Book
Ryan SanAngelo's story is called "Wake Up, Tommy! You're in a Book!"
Southbury, CT|News|
Pomperaug Grad Launches Kickstarter to Publish Children's Book
Ryan SanAngelo's story is called "Wake Up, Tommy! You're in a Book!"
Westport, CT|News|
Town to Beach-Going Dogs: Take a Walk After March 31
It's the last week till October for dogs to feel Sound sands beneath their paws.
Fairfield|News|
'Good Samaritan' Puts Fire Out After Car Crashes Into Building
Fairfield firefighters had to extricate the female driver, who reportedly smashed into the Cumberland Farms on Kings Highway.
Glastonbury, CT|News|
What's Gov. Malloy's Agenda for Connecticut?
Malloy and Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman are hosting a community forum in Enfield Tuesday to answer that question.
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
What's Gov. Malloy's Agenda for Connecticut?
Malloy and Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman are hosting a community forum in Enfield Tuesday to answer that question.
Tolland, CT|News|
What's Gov. Malloy's Agenda for Connecticut?
Malloy and Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman are hosting a community forum in Enfield Tuesday to answer that question.
Fairfield|News|
Town to Beach-Going Dogs: Take a Walk
It's the last week till October for dogs to feel Sound sands beneath their paws.
Fairfield|News|
Car Exiting Highway Slams Into Cumberland Farms [Updated]
The accident shut down the exit 24 off ramp on Interstate 95 southbound Monday night.
Fairfield|News|
Walk-in Center Opens to Assess Unmet Storm Sandy Needs
The temporary center is open to residents for five days, starting Tuesday, March 25.
Fairfield|News|
Fairfielder Launches Kickstarter to Publish Children's Book
Ryan SanAngelo's story is called "Wake Up, Tommy! You're in a Book!"
Fairfield|News|
Report: Fire Commission Will Not Renew Deputy Chief's Contract
The veteran Fairfield firefighter says he was shocked by the decision.
Newtown, CT|News|
Nighthawks Make ESPN Top 10 Plays
Relive the glory as the Newtown High School hockey team takes home the 2014 CIAC championship.
Newtown, CT|News|
'Love Runs Through' Newtown This Weekend
More than 1,000 people are expected to turn out for The Sandy Hook 5K at Fairfield Hills on Saturday.
Montville, CT|News|
Vern Hunter, Founder of Hunter's Ambulance, Dies at 82
The Clinton resident grew his business around the concept of "Concern for Others."
Ledyard, CT|News|
Vern Hunter, Founder of Hunter's Ambulance, Dies at 82
The Clinton resident grew his business around the concept of "Concern for Others."
New London, CT|News|
Vern Hunter, Founder of Hunter's Ambulance, Dies at 82
The Clinton resident grew his business around the concept of "Concern for Others."