Norwalk, CT|News|
Five Guys Restaurant Closes In Norwalk: Report
The hamburger chain's Norwalk site reportedly was open for a decade.
Alfred Branch, 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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Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Has 5 New Coronavirus Cases, 4 From Same Household
There's 110 confirmed cases in town. First Selectman says, "success in fighting this pandemic depends" on compliance with safety measures.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
New CVS Pharmacy Opens In Hamden
Officials celebrated the grand opening of the new CVS Pharmacy in Hamden with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien & Greenwich Deal With Coronavirus 'Party Zero'-Type Cases
The two communities have experienced mini coronavirus outbreaks following events reportedly attended by young residents.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich & Darien Deal With Coronavirus 'Party Zero'-Type Cases
The two communities have experienced mini coronavirus outbreaks following events reportedly attended by young residents.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Can't Believe It's August: Latest Update On School Reopening Plan
Schools issued an update, though there's not a lot new. But parent input is sought in a survey on family challenges as back-to-school looms.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Picture Vernon — New Name, New Look For Vernon Shelter
The latest installment of the Picture Vernon series.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CIAC Releases Plan to Resume Sports Competition This Fall
Connecticut's governing body for scholastic sports developed a plan it said will let student-athletes safely resume competition.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Teachers Union Rally Draws Over 100 Cars
The event began at Bunnell High School, with the vehicles driving through Stratford in one of 25 "School Safety First" rallies statewide.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|News|
Coyotes Chase 2 Dog Walkers In Orange: Police
The incident occurred last Sunday morning at Housatonic Overlook open space.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Sees Growing Coronavirus Cases In Youths
Coronavirus cases in those age 10-19 doubled in a week amid reports of large parties with no masks or social distancing.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Vernon Agency Makes Thank You Gifts For First-Responders
A local non-profit agency presented Vernon first-responders with some special gifts Thursday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont Gives More Clarity On School Reopening Options
Gov. Ned Lamont laid out what options school districts have for their back-to-school plans.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Superintendent Outlines School Reopening Plan
Superintendent of Schools Chris Drezek outlined a plan containing three different models for the reopening of Enfield Public Schools.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Women's Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Postponed
Concerns over the coronavirus pandemic have prompted organizers to push the annual dinner back to next spring.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Route 83 Farm Stand: Entrepreneurship And Reopening In Vernon
A Vernon resident decided to take economic matters into her own hands amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Former Trumbull 1st Selectman Tapped To Lead Economic Revival
Mayor Carfora named Raymond G. Baldwin Jr. to help make East Haven an 'inviting place' for business and support hard-hit small businesses.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Weekend Beach Ban Not Strict Enough? Patch Poll Results
More than 50 percent of poll respondents agreed with the ban, but another 43 percent said it didn't go far enough.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich To Get Its Own Version Of 'Monopoly' Game: Report
The new game will be created by Top Trumps USA, Inc., which is licensing it from Monopoly owner Hasbro.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Cheshire, CT|News|
New Brewery Coming Soon To Cheshire
Cheshire Craft Brewing will feature indoor and outdoor seating, along with food trucks and the potential to host acoustic-type musicians.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Southington School Reopening Guidelines Available For Viewing
A document school officials are calling "a collection of guidelines and best practices" for reopening Southington schools is available.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Vernon Mayor/Senator/Ex Cop: Reform Bill Could 'Damage' Towns
Vernon mayor, retired police officer and current state Sen. Daniel Champagne had a sharp reaction to a state police reform bill Wednesday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
7 Custodian Positions Eliminated From Stamford Schools: Report
The move comes as the district prepares to reopen schools in the fall.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Policy Clarified On Use of New Track At Somers High School
Some confusion arose about the availability for use of the newly-renovated facility due to some wording on a sign at the entrance.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Build-Your-Own Pizza Restaurant Pieology Opens In Brookfield
Yes, there's a pandemic on, but ya still gotta eat...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
If Hybrid Model Is OK'd For All Grades, It's A Likely Way Forward
Hundreds joined a Tuesday night virtual meeting on schools reopening, and they brought with them scores of questions. Here are the answers.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Reviewing Options For New School Reopening Plans
Superintendent of Schools Sal Menzo reacts to Gov. Lamont’s announcement that local districts will have more flexibility with their plans.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
New Norwalk Schools Superintendent Hosts Online Forum Wednesday
Dr. Alexandra Estrella will discuss the district's reopening plan.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Official: Vernon/Ellington Field Purchase Ready For Closing
A closing date can now be scheduled for a purchase of land in both Vernon and Ellington that would be turned into fields.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT To Buy Laptops, Internet Access To Close Digital School Gap
The state will use federal money to buy 50,000 laptops and provide a year of at-home internet access to 60,000 students.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
West Nile Virus Found In Stamford Mosquito: State
The positive test was discovered earlier this month, according to officials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
West Haven City Hall Reopening To The Public With Restrictions
Officials announce the guidelines for the phased reopening of City Hall, which has been closed since March 16 due to the coronavirus.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
State Ballot Box Installed In Tolland
The official state-issued absentee ballot box has been installed in Tolland.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
3 Scenarios Outlined For Reopening Of Vernon Schools
Vernon school officials want public input on school reopenings after a flip-flop by the state.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Fundraisers Underway to Aid Burglarized East Windsor Businesses
Three East Windsor businesses were broken into during the overnight hours Sunday into Monday, according to police.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Closing Date Extended At Stamford's Fairway Market
The grocery store and adjacent wine and spirit shop on Canal Street was expected to close in June or earlier this month.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Scholarship Fund Honors Late Greenwich HS Hockey Coach
Chris Rurak, who served as head coach for the past four years, died last week at the age of 47.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Glastonbury, CT|News|
Bin228 Gastropub Closes After Worker Tests Positive For COVID-19
A popular restaurant in Glastonbury has temporarily closed after an employee tested positive for the coronavirus, the owner announced.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Schools Reopening Plan: What You Need To Know Now
As Guilford schools prepare for what reopening looks like, there's a public meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. via Zoom, or stream on YouTube.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Branford Schools Reopening Plan: What You Need To Know Now
There's a plan, but it's "not final," officials say as they get parent input. But, come fall, it's one of 3: in-person, hybrid, or remote.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
