Westport|News|
'Share The Warmth' Coat Drive Underway In Westport
The Westport Fire Department is teaming up with Bridgeport Rescue Mission for the effort.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
- Westport, CT
I am a veteran journalist with more than 20 years of experience covering municipal governments, education, politics and a host of other topics. I worked at The Hour newspaper in Norwalk in the early 1990s, and while working with various publications and websites in the ensuing years, I realized how much I missed the hyperlocal journalism world. I was fortunate to be hired by Patch in 2013. I am a Connecticut native who still lives in Fairfield County, and I can be reached at alfred.branch@patch.com.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
UI Seeks Reconsideration Of Denied Fairfield/Bridgeport Monopole Proposal
The Connecticut Siting Council last month denied United Illuminating's application.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
More Than $500,000 Stolen From Fairfield Residents In Scam: Police
The scammers are posing as federal agents, according to Fairfield police.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
Bridgeport Public Schools Recognized By State For Academic Growth
Four Bridgeport public schools have been recognized for academic improvement by the state Department of Education.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Government Meetings And Election Day This Week In Madison
Early voting in the municipal election is over, but registered voters can cast ballots on Tuesday.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Election 2025 Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates
Here's what you need to know regarding the Fairfield municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield To Dedicate Open Space Trail To Beloved Local Conservationist
The dedication recognizes her decades of work protecting Fairfield’s natural areas and waterways and promoting environmental education.
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Westport|News|
Texted Bomb Threat Made Against School In Westport: Superintendent
The school was evacuated while police investigated.
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Westport|News|
Veterans Day Ceremony Scheduled In Westport
The Westport Community Band is also scheduled to perform before the ceremony.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Westport|News|
Westport Election 2025 Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates
Here's what you need to know regarding the Westport municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Madison Election 2025 Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates
Here's what you need to know regarding the Madison municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
Bridgeport Election 2025 Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates
Here's what you need to know regarding the Bridgeport municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Winners Announced In Fairfield Safe Streets Alliance Bike Raffles
Two bicycles — one child's bike and one adult bike — were donated by Trek Bike Store Fairfield and Cycle Dynamics in Westport.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Madison
Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
6 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Bridgeport
Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
7 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Fairfield
Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Westport|News|
6 Ways To Observe Veterans Day In Westport
Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Kiwanis Club Of Fairfield Field of Valor Ceremony This Weekend
It's not too late to sponsor a flag on behalf of a veteran.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Food & Food Gift Card Drive This Weekend In Fairfield
More than 350,000 Connecticut residents are estimated to lose SNAP benefits starting this weekend.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
CT Meteorologist Announces New Job At CT Station
The veteran weather forecaster and Connecticut native recently left another station in the state.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
