Across Connecticut|News|
These Are The Factors CT Uses To Track How Your School Reopens
Coronavirus infection rates, hospitalizations and even emergency room visits go into determining when and how your school system reopens.
Rich Kirby, 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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Across Connecticut|News|
Conditioning For CT High School Fall Athletes to Resume Monday
Non-contact sport-specific skill work may begin next Saturday, according to CIAC officials.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Off-Campus Parties Could Mean Expulsion For Sacred Heart Students
First-time offenders will receive a 30-day suspension from campus and a $100 fine, and repeat offenders will be expelled.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Petition Seeks Full-Time Return To School In Fairfield
The petition had nearly 700 signatures as of Saturday morning.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Reports 1st New Coronavirus-Related Death In 3-Plus Weeks
Additionally, there was one new positive coronavirus case reported in Norwalk Friday, bringing the total of confirmed cases to 2,157.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Running Legend Burfoot Endorses 2020 Hybrid Manchester Road Race
Running legend Amby Burfoot is endorsing the hybrid format that will allow the 2020 Manchester Road Race to be staged .
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Remote Instruction Varies For CT Teachers At Risk Of Coronavirus
Some school districts are considering allowing teachers at higher risk for coronavirus complications to teach remotely, but others aren't.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Gov. Lamont Increases Coronavirus Rental Assistance Funding
The initiative is funded by the Coronavirus Relief Fund that is managed by the Office of Policy and Management.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Mobile Veterinarian Now Helping Pets In Northern Connecticut
A longtime veterinarian in western Massachusetts has become licensed in Connecticut, and opened a mobile practice to care for pets in homes.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Rogi Shoppe Opens In Shelton
The Pierogies On Wheels food truck will continue on, but under a new name and now with a storefront location in downtown Shelton.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Once Again, Young People In CT Have Most New Coronavirus Cases
Gov. Ned Lamont said the fact younger people have the most new cases of the coronavirus in Connecticut shows the pandemic "isn't over."
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont Gives More Guidance On School Reopening
Gov. Ned Lamont gave more guidance on schools reopening, especially when it came to coronavirus cases within a school.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
New Stamford Dog Daycare Emphasizes Transparency, Comfort
The new business, which has set up shop in a historic downtown building, aims to bring peace of mind to pet parents in and around Stamford.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
For This Weston Church, The Coronavirus Is A Blessing And A Curse
Incredibly, the size of Norfield Congregational Church's services has doubled since the pandemic. But the hard work has only just begun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
Newly Remodeled Claire's Corner Copia Reopens Friday
Landmark New Haven vegetarian restaurant Claire’s Corner Copia, celebrating its 45th year, closed in March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Adversity Aside, Business Dream Comes True For Enfield Native
A former high school gridiron star has battled back from overwhelming physical adversity to realize his dream of business ownership.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
2020 Manchester Road Race To Take Place Under 'Hybrid' Format
The 84th running of the Manchester Road Race will take place on Thanksgiving Day with a different format amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
2 Stores Close At Stamford Mall
The closure marks the end of a 10-year run at the mall for one of the businesses.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Zandri’s Stillwood Inn Closes Banquet Hall In Wallingford
The owners of the popular banquet facility are returning to their catering roots and transitioning to the next stage of their business life.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Public Schools Delays Start Of School To Sept. 8
"This change is needed to make sure all health and safety precautions are in place," officials said.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Memorial To Fallen Police Officers Defaced In Darien
The vandalism, which police Chief Don Anderson called "abhorrent," was discovered Tuesday.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Bakery Specializing In Unique Cakes Opens In Stamford
Nothing Bundt Cakes, a bakery specializing in unique cakes, has opened a new location in Stamford.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Restaurant Week Announced In Hamden
The 10th annual event will take place in September and restaurants interested in participating are still able to join.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington Farm Offering Unique Experience — Goats and Pajamas
Bradley Mountain Farm in Southington is offering a unique experience — goats and pajamas.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Surpasses 1 Million Coronavirus Test Mark
Connecticut reported more than one million coronavirus test results. Gov. Lamont credits robust testing with keeping infection rates low.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Couple’s Eversource Bill Nightmare: $400 To Over $1,000
When the Francises got a high bill last summer, they tightened their energy belt. That bill was a mere fraction of their new bill: $1,053.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Milford Restaurant Reopens After Being Closed By City
The city had ordered the restaurant closed due to violations of the state's requirements on capacity during the coronavirus pandemic.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
New Ocean State Job Lot Taking Shape In Vernon, Hiring Under Way
Hiring has begun for the new Ocean State Job Lot store in Vernon.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Petition Started In Support Of Fall Football At Staples HS
The coronavirus pandemic has led to a pause and possible rescheduling of fall high school sports.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Cheshire, CT|News|
Stop & Shop Celebrating Grand Reopening In Cheshire
The newly remodeled store features an expanded produce section, more prepared foods and introduces pickup services, according to officials.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Bouncing Back: Vernon Martial Arts Center Recruiting Amid Hit
A Vernon martial arts studio is recruiting after taking a hit from the coronavirus.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
'Zoom Bomb' Turns Vernon Ed Meeting Into Bad Vocabulary Lesson
Changes will be made to Vernon school information sessions after a "Zoom bomb" Monday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Temporary Layoffs Extended At Stamford Hotel
Temporary layoffs have been extended at the Marriott hotel in downtown Stamford, according to a letter sent to the state labor department.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Nursing Home Coronavirus Response Had Gaps: Study
An interim report by a state-commissioned study found some deficiencies in Connecticut's nursing home response to the pandemic.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Annual Labor Day Weekend Soccer Tournament Canceled For 2020
The Barmak/Bryson tournament, which has run annually in Enfield since 1992, has been canceled for this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield-Based Bigelow Signs 8-Year Lease On Warehouse In Orange
The tea company will use the more than 40,000-square-foot facility to expand its storage and distribution capacity.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Pinstripes In The SoNo Collection Reopens Rooftop Dining Area
The 3,000-square-foot patio, which overlooks Long Island Sound, has been closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Social Media Business Campaign Launched in Manchester
A Manchester social media campaign highlighting how local businesses are adapting to pandemic-related disruptions has launched.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Teacher Union Asks For Delayed Start To School Year
The Connecticut Education Association updated its recommendations for the state's school reopening.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
I-95 Ramp Closures Begin This Week For Bridge Work In Norwalk
The temporary closures will be during the overnight hours.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
