Greenwich, CT|News|
Trees, Power Lines Down Across Greenwich: Police
Travelers are asked to use caution and not to approach downed wires, as they may be energized, according to police.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Connecticut Utilities
Connecticut Patch reports on the state's large utility companies, on matters ranging from the rates they charge to their preparation for major storms and their response to widespread outages.
Across Connecticut|News|
CT, New England States Push For Electric Grid Reform
Governors from five New England states are calling for changes to the region's electrical grid, along with a push for more renewable energy.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Lamont Signs Utility Reform Bill Into Law
The law includes a change in how utilities are compensated and mandatory reimbursement for spoiled food during long power outages.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Tree Lands On Wires In Tolland
A tree landed on some wires in Tolland Tuesday, briefly causing an outage.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Utility Reform Bill Passes: Here's What It Means For Customers
The bill passed both the state House and Senate with large bipartisan support.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Utility Reform, Absentee Ballots Being Tackled In Session
Gov. Ned Lamont has called the legislature back into session to deal with several issues, including absentee ballots and utility reform.
Rich Scinto, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Need Help Paying Your Utility Bills? What You Need To Know Now
As the shut-off moratorium ends in days, the deadline to apply for a payment plan is Nov. 1. Here's how to keep the lights and heat on.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
After Tornado, 2 Towns Team Up To OK Housing For Homeless Family
The Moriartys' handicap-accessible home that sits in Branford and North Branford was destroyed. After weeks, they'll move into a mobile home
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Opinion: Left Powerless
Former state Sen. Toni Boucher discusses what should be done to avoid another massive power failure.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Eversource: Check For Residual Tree Damage From August Storms
Eversource is urging customers to check for extended damage to trees near power lines after last month's storms.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Eversource Removes Storm-Damaged Trees In Branford
More than 10,000 trees fell during Tropical Storm Isaias and the late Aug. storm and tornado in Branford and nearby towns, Eversource said.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Aquarion: CT Water Shut-Off Moratorium Ends Oct. 1
PURA ruled back in May that the utility could not shut customers off for non-payment during the pandemic. That all changes next month.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Utilities: CT Power And Heat Shut-Off Moratorium Ends Oct. 1
PURA ruled back in May that power and heat companies could not shut customers off for non-payment during the pandemic, up until Oct. 1.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Eversource: Will Delay Shut Off Of CT Customers For Nonpayment
PURA issued a moratorium on power shut-offs that ends Oct. 1, but Eversource says it will keep the nonpayers' lights on after that deadline
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
2nd Water Usage Advisory Issued In Manchester
Levels in Manchester reservoirs have continued to drop.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Ellington-Somers, CT|News|
Ellington First Selectman Demands Restitution From Eversource
In a letter to the utility's top executive, the first selectman cited numerous costly failures by Eversource during a huge recent storm.
Tim Jensen, 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
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
Greenwich, CT|News|
Road Closed In Greenwich Due To Pole Replacement: Dispatch Center
A portion of the road will be closed while Eversource replaces a pole in the area, according to the Greenwich Dispatch Center.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Road Closed In Stamford Due To Utility Work: Police
Stamford police said the road is closed due to utility work in the area.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
Storm Debris Pickup Begins In North Haven
The town is starting tree and limb debris pickup for the damage from last week’s tornado, along with the storm from early August.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Eversource Discounts Vernon's Isaias Reimbursement Claims
Eversource is downplaying a claim by Vernon officials that the utility owes the town for Isaias cleanup expenses.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
Restoring Power Is A ‘Top Priority’ In North Haven: Freda
First Selectman Michael Freda said he saw a “staggering amount of damage” around North Haven in the aftermath of Thursday’s storm.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Many Roads Are Now Passable, Most Have Power In Storm Aftermath
By Friday afternoon, 850 in Guilford were without power and many roads were opened, but some, one lane only as storm recovery is underway.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Vernon Officials Demand Isaias Cost Reimbursement From Eversource
Vernon officials want Eversource to pay for costs associated with Tropical Storm Isaias.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
As Governor Declares Emergency, Half Of Branford Without Power
Damage from fallen trees and downed power lines brought the governor to Branford Friday as Eversource made promises about power restoration.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Most Of Branford Still Without Power After Devastating Storm
The governor and National Guard general will tour storm damage Friday as Eversource says it's working to restore power to 16,000 customers.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
National Weather Service To Survey Storm Damage In Connecticut
Did a tornado or tornadoes touchdown in CT? Many say yes and it's expected that the National Weather Service will confirm this Friday.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Frustration, Confusion And Closed Road All Due To 1 Downed Wire
Did Optimum ignore a downed wire that caused a road closure in Fairfield? Police say yes, but the company says it wasn't their wire.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Eversource Deploys Mobile Command Unit To 'Hardest-Hit' Branford
Eversource says storm damage is "so severe crews face traffic jams and impassable roads," as all of Branford is again plunged into darkness.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Storm Blasts Through Westport Thursday; 200-Plus Without Power
The storm dumped hail, high winds and rain throughout the region.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
Tornado Reported In North Haven; 4.5K Without Power
Several witnesses reported seeing a tornado touch down in North Haven on Thursday, according to officials.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
‘Enormous Amount Of Damage’ Reported In Hamden
Hamden continues to clean up from a powerful storm that caused significant damage in several areas of town.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Hundreds Lose Power In Southington Thursday
Hundreds lost power in Southington Thursday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Hundreds Lose Power In Vernon Thursday
Hundreds of homes in Vernon lost power Thursday.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
National Guard Sent To Storm-Ravaged Branford, East Haven
Officials reported "trees are down everywhere," people trapped in cars in East Haven and power out in nearly all of Branford.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
More Than 1,500 Without Power; Trees Down In Naugatuck
Police are advising residents to stay off the roads and assume all downed wires are live: BREAKING
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Over 15K Still Without Electricity: Latest CT Power Outage Info
Customers in areas where damage is so severe that crews will have to rebuild the electric system won't be restored until Monday.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
CT Lawmakers Grill Eversource Execs On Isaias Response, Rate Hike
The top brass of Eversource met with the Energy and Technology Committee of the Connecticut General Assembly on Thursday.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
