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Mom Channels Grief Into Crusade for Safe Driving
Lynn Riordan founded “Matt’s Mission Fund” in memory of her son.

Hello! I may be a familiar face to some of you as I've been the local editor for North Branford for almost two years and lived in Branford for the last four years. If you don't know me, I hope to meet you soon!
I moved to North Branford in second grade and my parents still live in the house I grew up in (Hi Mom and Dad!). I graduated from North Branford High School in 1997 where I was involved in the drama club, Peer Advocates, manager of the hockey team and a JV soccer player for three years (athletics obviously weren't my strong suit!).
After high school, I went to Southern Connecticut State University. It took a while to figure out exactly what I wanted to major in, but once I took my first journalism class, I was hooked. I worked at Shore Publishing for seven years, including six as the sports editor.
I've been the local editor for North Branford Patch since March 2011 and in the beginning of 2013, I also took on Branford Patch. Throughout this time, I have enjoyed learning more about the towns, meeting so many wonderful people and seeing how the residents really look out for each other.
I'd love to hear from you with comments, questions, story ideas, and other local happenings so feel free to email me at jenn.mcculloch@patch.com or call me at 203-517-7541.
Lynn Riordan founded “Matt’s Mission Fund” in memory of her son.

Lynn Riordan founded “Matt’s Mission Fund” in memory of her son.
The following arrest information was supplied by the North Branford Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Branford Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Congratulations to Paul Castiglione on his winning ticket!
Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer will be taking your questions on skin cancer prevention at noon on Thursday.
Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Pennoyer will be taking your questions on skin cancer prevention at noon on Thursday.
The measure would require genetically modified foods to have labels making it clear they are scientifically engineered.
The measure would require genetically modified foods to have labels making it clear they are scientifically engineered.
Senior Center Director Judy Barron on new programs, the refund policy and baseball!
So what does the increase mean for your wallet?
Laurence Capezzone shares his life story on his new album "Walking with the Lord."
The proposal to allow certain malt liquors, including beer, to be sold in pouches cleared the legislature recently and awaits the governor's approval.
The proposal to allow certain malt liquors, including beer, to be sold in pouches cleared the legislature recently and awaits the governor's approval.
Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces from Monday's massive tornado.
Some helpful links with information for how to pitch in as Oklahomans try to pick up the pieces from Monday's massive tornado.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Branford Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
It's tourney time for the Branford Hornets! Cheer them on!