Milford, CT|News|
Milford Brewery Hit Hard By Pandemic, Fights For Survival
The owners say they are pivoting in a new direction as the coronavirus pandemic has greatly impacted business operations.
Brian McCready, 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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Milford, CT|News|
Beth-El Center Meets Challenge Of Soaring Food, Shelter Needs
The Beth-El Center has seen a 70 percent increase in food need since the pandemic began along with an increased need for housing.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Enters A Season Of New Hope With Vaccine Rollout, Cash Influx
After 9 months of doom, gloom, financial ruin and death, a spark of hope has ignited. No, really...
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Coronavirus Updates: School-By-School Cases
The number of coronavirus-related cases involving students declined significantly last week. Here are numbers for every school in CT.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Hobby Shop Owner In Enfield Providing the Gift of Literacy
The owner of Matt's Cards and Comics on Route 190 is providing free prewrapped books and graphic novels for ages 3 and up until Dec. 24.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Businessman Maintains Family Values of Giving and Volunteerism
Rich Tkacz is one of the area's most dedicated volunteers, following his dad's example to help numerous others in the community.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Mall Adds 2 New Businesses Under New Ownership
A new furniture store recently opened at the Stamford Town Center mall, and a fitness club is slated to open soon.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Former CT News Anchor Dennis House Tests Positive For Coronavirus
He made the announcement Thursday evening, two days after his wife, WFSB-TV's Kara Sundlun, announced her own positive test for the virus.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont: Don't Make Thanksgiving Coronavirus Mistake Again
Connecticut's Thanksgiving coronavirus spike seems to have leveled off, but Gov. Ned Lamont urged people not to repeat the mistake.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Over 200 New Coronavirus Cases Reported In Greenwich This Week
First Selectman Fred Camillo said the town has seen an increase of 243 new cases of the virus over the past week.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont Considers Cares Act Funding For Restaurant Relief
Protesters were outside Gov. Ned Lamont's residence Monday asking for relief.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Windsor Locks Top Business Nominee: Gathering Ground
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Windsor Locks Business of the Year; several folks raved about the Gathering Ground.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Greenwich Prepares For Heavy Snow: Here's What They're Doing
The winter's first major storm is expected to dump a significant amount of snow throughout the region.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Some Small CT Businesses, Restaurants, To Get State Grants
Gov. Ned Lamont said Connecticut is rolling out a $25 million small business grant program.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Ridgefield To Expand Testing As Rate Of Coronavirus Cases Drops
The Town of Ridgefield will also be hosting​ a webinar on the current state of its efforts regarding the coronavirus on Thursday.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT TV News Anchor Tests Positive For Coronavirus
WFSB-TV's Kara Sundlun announced the news on Tuesday.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Top Biz Nominees: Hazardville Wellness, Jacqui Campbell Nutrition
Patch asked readers to nominate an Enfield Business of the Year; many cited the combo of Hazardville Wellness and Jacqui Campbell Nutrition.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Top Business Nominee: The Trunk Show
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
South Windsor Top Business Nominee: Scoil Rince Luimni
Patch asked readers to nominate the South Windsor Business of the Year; many endorsed the Irish dance instruction at Scoil Rince Luimni.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT To Receive 500,000 Vaccine Doses By End Of January: Lamont
Connecticut officials anticipate that 1 million residents will be vaccinated by the end of March.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford School Buildings To Temporarily Close For One Month
The district said Stamford Public Schools will temporarily transition to 100% distance teaching and learning due to "staffing challenges."
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
With Major Storm Approaching, Westport Alters School Snow Days
Schools Superintendent Thomas Scarice said remote learning during the coronavirus pandemic requires changes to Westport's snow day policies.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford Top Business Nominee: French Cleaners
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
East Windsor Top Business Nominee: Cindy's Soap Cottage
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as East Windsor Business of the Year; many sang the praises of Cindy's Soap Cottage.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Reef Shack Market And Grill Opens In Fairfield
Reef Shack offers dine-in or takeout service for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Many menu items feature the signature shaved rib eye.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
66 Years On the Avenue, This Christmas The McBurneys Decorate It
WWII veteran Warren "Mac" McBurney, 94, built the Austin Avenue house (and road, too) he and Lois, his bride of 67 years, have called home.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Crime Increasing Another Coronavirus Symptom: Police
The pandemic is leading to an increase in crime, particularly among juveniles. Police are looking for solutions.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
How And When Will The Coronavirus Vaccine Come To CT?
Connecticut expects to receive its first vaccine doses on Monday for the Pfizer vaccine candidate. Who's first in line?
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Greenwich, CT|News|
Barbecue Pop Up Opens At Garden Catering In Old Greenwich
Customers can now enjoy barbecue wings, ribs and other special menu items from Houndstooth Barbecue at a new pop up in Old Greenwich.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Coronavirus Cases Have Exceeded 500 In Darien: First Selectman
Royle Elementary School was on a remote learning schedule Friday due to numerous staff members under quarantine, according to the district.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Coronavirus Case Rise In Bethel Is A Family Affair: Knickerbocker
Restaurants and retail operations are not the reason coronavirus cases are on the rise in Bethel, First Selectman Matt Knickerbocker said.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Helping The Helpers: The Community Dining Room Serves Thousands
Every month, over 4,500 meals are served to the hungry, and often lonely, in 8 towns from East Haven to Old Saybrook. Here's how to help.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Restaurant Workers Plan Protest At Governor's Residence
On Monday, employees from the state's struggling eatery industry plan to protest at the Hartford residence of Gov. Ned Lamont.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
South Windsor, CT|News|
South Windsor Top Business Nominee: Birdhouse Coffee
Patch asked readers to nominate the South Windsor Business of the Year; many raved about Birdhouse Coffee at Connecticut Valley Brewing.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Restaurant Closed For 2 Weeks Due To Coronavirus Breach
This marks the second time El Mexicano violated coronavirus protocols, according to city officials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Farmington, CT|News|
Farmington Top Business Nominee: Computer Solutions
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots for a series on local Businesses of the Year.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Cisco Brewers To Open First CT Location In Stamford
The Massachusetts-based brewery's first Connecticut location is coming to The Village, a new multi-acre campus set to open soon in Stamford.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Windsor Locks-East Windsor, CT|News|
Former East Windsor Bar Site Transformed Into Dining Showplace
The newly-opened Mark's Tavern is the polar opposite of its predecessor; the new owner made a complete transformation of the old "dive bar."
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Application Deadline Nearing For Enfield Toys for Joy Program
The cutoff date to apply for the annual toy drive by the Enfield Police Department is Dec. 14. Toy and monetary donations are still needed.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Top Business Nominee: Caronna's Super Market
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Enfield Business of the Year, and a number of respondents cited Caronna's Market.
Tim Jensen, Patch Staff
