Across Connecticut|News|
Positive Coronavirus Test Rate For Every Town In CT Released
State health officials have released new data concerning the positive test rate for every town in Connecticut.
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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Fairfield, CT|News|
Staff Shortage Among Back-To-School Challenges For Fairfield
Students wearing face masks improperly and traffic congestion at dismissal were among other issues to arise during the first day of school.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Somers School Closed After Staffer Has Positive Coronavirus Test
Classes have been canceled Wednesday and Thursday at Somers Elementary School.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return To Tolland Schools
After nearly six months of relative isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic, students returned to school buildings in Tolland Tuesday morn
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return to West Hartford Schools
Students in West Hartford returned to school buildings Tuesday morning for the first time since mid-March.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT High School Football Possible Early Next Year: Lamont
Gov. Ned Lamont said it was possible that there could be a high school football season early next year after the CIAC canceled fall season.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Coronavirus Forces Cancellation Of Branford Veterans Day Parade
A service on the Branford Town Green Nov. 8 that will include the singing of the National Anthem, prayers and remarks will take its place.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return to South Windsor Schools
Students in South Windsor returned to school buildings Tuesday morning for the first time since mid-March.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Students Return to Ellington, Somers Schools
Students returned to school buildings Tuesday morning for the first time since mid-March.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Windsor Locks Students Return to School
East Windsor students returned to school buildings Thursday, while Windsor Locks schools opened up Tuesday.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
After Long Hiatus, Enfield Students Return to School Buildings
About 72 percent of Enfield students have returned to on-campus instruction, according to the superintendent.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Milford Mall Is In Trouble: Here's How Owners Want To Save It
The Connecticut Post Mall has lost two major anchor stores over the past few years and the assessed value has declined by nearly $30M.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Coronavirus Brings Best, Worst Of Times To Ridgefield Real Estate
Property sales in Ridgefield tanked in April and May, but then wealthy buyers in NYC started to get antsy...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Grants Give Small Businesses A 'Bit More Confidence'
Recipient Lattice House is using the grant to grow its digital presence. The shop just had its best August since opening four years ago.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Manchester Road Race Committee Cancels On-Site Running For 2020
Plans for a limited, 500-runner field have been scrapped, but a virtual race will carry on.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Coronavirus Updates: Lamont Extends Bar Closure
Connecticut bars will not be opening anytime soon under a new order from Gov. Ned Lamont.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Are Fairfield Schools Ready To Reopen? Union, District Disagree
The head of the Fairfield teachers union says the school district isn’t ready to reopen amid the pandemic. District leadership disagrees.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Committee Extends Gov. Lamont's Emergency Powers
Gov. Ned Lamont will continue to have broad emergency powers until at least Feb. 9.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
High School Football Season 'No Longer a Viable Option': CIAC
Connecticut's scholastic sports governing body sided with state officials in dismissing the viability of full-contact football.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Republicans Want More Debate On Lamont's Emergency Powers
Gov. Ned Lamont wants to extend his emergency powers until early February, but Republicans have taken issue with the nature of some orders.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
United Way, Red Cross, Salvation Army To Help Remove Storm Debris
A volunteer army will help those who most need help having storm debris removed like the elderly, veterans and those struggling financially.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Branford Family Homeless After Tornado Levels House
The Moriartys saw their home destroyed, and it's been hard to find housing that will accommodate 13-year-old Christy, who has spina bifida.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
Popular Sports Facility Reopening In North Haven
North Haven Health & Racquet will resume operations with a new management team that will work with the town, officials announced.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
School Staff Members Test Positive For Coronavirus In Greenwich
District officials confirmed some staff members tested positive for the virus but emphasized they did not enter school buildings beforehand.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Montville, CT|News|
Volunteer Firefighters Helping Hurricane Ravaged Louisiana Town
Firefighters from Montville's four volunteer companies, collecting supplies disaster supplies for hard-hit LA town, need our help, folks.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Some CT School Districts Not Allowing "Opt-Out" Students to Play
About 15 percent of the schools which responded to an inquiry said they are excluding remote-only learners from extracurricular activities.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Photos: After Months Away, Madison Goes Back To School
The last time Madison school kids were in class was in March. Thursday, half of the district's students returned to hybrid-model classes.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Gymnastics School Closing After Nearly 50 Years
“Our memories of the gym, including staff, and generations of families, will always be in our thoughts and hearts,” the business said.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Emergency Funding Sought For Hamden's School Reopening Plan
Hamden’s legislative delegation is urging state officials to help the district with reopening costs due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Town In Talks With YMCA To Provide Child Care In East Haven
Mayor Joseph A. Carfora's administration said the town will provide the location, and the Y will provide child care services for families.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Last Minute, Need-To-Know Facts For First Day Of School, Madison
Classes start Thursday for Cohort A and for Cohort B, Friday. The latest on masks: bandanas, gaiters, or masks with valves are not allowed.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
United Way, Salvation Army, DoorDash Partner To Feed The Hungry
The state and non-profit agencies join forces with DoorDash to deliver meal boxes to those in need of food but at high-risk for COVID-19.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Furniture Store Closing After 66 Years
The family-owned store in Stamford has announced a going-out-of-business sale, during which $8 million in home decor "must go."
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Work Progressing On New Park In Vernon Named For Music Legend
Work is moving along on turning the sites of rundown factories in Vernon into a park named for a music legend.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Projects $2.1 Billion Budget Deficit, Rainy Day Could Help
Connecticut officials are projecting a large looming deficit, but the state has billions in its rainy day fund that could help.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
GoFundMe For Branford Family Whose Home Was Destroyed In Storm
North Branford teacher Jocelyn Booth, her husband and children escaped unharmed, but are now staying with friends, their future uncertain.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Virtual Craft Fair Organized By Local Small Business Group
An East Windsor woman has coordinated a number of artisans and small business owners who will present their wares in an online extravaganza.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford School Board Clashes With Supt. Over Hybrid Exemptions
Stratford board members repeatedly questioned superintendent Janet Robinson’s honesty and transparency at the tense Tuesday meeting.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Concession Stand 'Hook'D On The Sound' Opens At Compo Beach
Hook'd on the Sound, which was delayed in opening due to the coronavirus pandemic, is operated by Upsilon Entertainment Group LLC.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
No Need To Delay First Day Of Elementary School In Greenwich
District officials indicated last week staffing concerns could delay the start of elementary school in Greenwich, but it has been resolved.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
