Connecticut students chosen as contest winners, and runner-ups, will receive a prize and state recognition at each level.
Make-A-Wish Connecticut invites community to share special talents from home this summer
The 17th Annual Sunflowers for Wishes at Buttonwood Farm in Griswold will be in full bloom from July 25th through August 2nd.
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
Holiday Breakfast Event Features Visit from Santa and Raises Money for 8th Grade Class' June Graduation Dance
UConn Seeks Submissions for the 26th Annual Letters About Literature Contest, sponsored by the Library of Congress.
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
The official opening and initial guided hike of the Bicentennial Pond Universal Access Trail are scheduled for Saturday.
All proceeds from the 5K will support the maintenance and improvement of the Ossen playground.
Two West Hartford students were privileged to present at the annual University of Connecticut Teaching and Learning with iPads Conference.
'That App Does What?' will cover topics such as what various “apps” do, strategies for monitoring kids’ internet and social media use.
The The Eclectic Theater/Gallery in Willimantic invites kids to spend their vacation checking out the new KidVid videos.
Cartooning with Jerry Craft will be presented April 19.
The event is scheduled to take place Saturday, April 16 with a rain date of Sunday, April 17.
To foster learning, a physicians group is distributing books to their young patients.
The picket sales will help pay for the upkeep of and improvements to the playground.
The recall affects 173,063 ProRIDE and Performance RIDE units for possible failure in an accident.
These are the official, registered names from the Social Security Administration. Did your baby's name make the list?
The Willimantic Athletic Club will hold the race to raise money for the community project.
Mansfield Historical Society Museum Opening Day June 7.
Votes are tallied and the winner is a mom of two from Newtown. Think your Mansfield mom rocks? Tell us in the comment section below!
Want to get your Mansfield-Storrs mom in the running for Patch's 'Superstar Mom of the Year?' Tell us why she's the best!
Think your Storrs mom rocks? Vote for her now through Saturday, and on Mother's Day we'll announce Patch's 'Superstar Mom of the Year!'
The miniature Schnauzer has gone missing
The event will be held in early April — we have the details.
The donation will fund the Reed fellowship, which supports curriculum development.
Fall colors will be on full display in October.
Newtown Hoopsters’ Coach Kenny Ayles passed away on Aug. 21 but his legacy lives on.
Today is World Humanitarian Day, a day to honor those who put their lives in danger to help people in need across the globe.
Tell the world about the coach, mentor or teacher that made a difference in your life. Entry deadline is Monday, Aug. 18.
The high profile Connecticut residents joined the growing numbers across the country of those taking the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
Did you catch a glimpse of the beautiful August 10-11 super moon?
Project Moves closer to goal thanks to the efforts of Greg Haddad
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
Born in December 1995, this poodle/chihuahua/terrier mix is older than any registered dog in Mansfield, according to Animal Control Officer Norann Nielsen.
This is the third time that the Berlin Convenience & Deli sold a winning million-dollar plus ticket.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.