Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Police To Launch Holiday Toy Drive This Week
The department will collect new and unwrapped gifts "to help bring joy to local children and families this holiday season."
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|
Santa Claus Visits Fairfield This Month
The Fairfield tradition, hosted by the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, continues.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Fire Department Issues Statement About SantaCon
"Anyone arriving in Fairfield expecting a public SantaCon celebration will not find one."
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Madison, CT|News|
Where To See Santa In Madison This Holiday Season
In Madison, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.
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Westport|News|
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Scheduled In Westport
The Staples High School Orphenians are set to perform during the event.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
CT Siting Council Reconsiders UI Monopole Proposal In Fairfield & Bridgeport
The council had denied the United Illuminating proposal in October.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Chronic Absenteeism Drops To Lowest Level In 5 Years In Bridgeport Public Schools
"These numbers show us something important. Our collective work is taking hold," said Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Educational Panel Scheduled In Fairfield On E-Bike, E-Scooter Safety
The event is hosted by the Fairfield Safe Streets Alliance.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Former CT News Reporter Back On TV
The former Fox61 reporter is now wearing two media hats.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield University Student Accused Of Posting Fake SantaCon Promotions: Police
This year's SantaCon event will be private, not public, according to authorities.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Man Accused Of Sexual Assault: Police
The arrest followed a month-long investigation, according to authorities.
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Westport|News|
'A Charming Blend Of History And Modern Living' For Sale In Westport
The 1,507-square-foot home exudes "rustic elegance."
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Bridgeport Resident Hits Winning Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket
The lucky ticket was sold in Stratford, according to the Connecticut Lottery.
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Madison, CT|News|
Madison Hose Company # 1 To Deliver Toys For Christmas
Santa and the firefighters will make the rounds on a fire engine, according to organizers.
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Westport|News|
Hundreds Gather In Westport For Discussion On Antisemitism & Jewish Identity
The event was part of The Westport Library Common Ground Initiative.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Bridgeport Celebrates PURA’s Decision To Deny The Sale Of Aquarion Water Company
"PURA's decision to deny the sale of Aquarion Water Company is a huge win for the City of Bridgeport." — Mayor Joe Ganim
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Police Department Issues Warning Before SantaCon 2025
There will be no public SantaCon event in Fairfield this year, according to Fairfield police and Fairfield University.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Achievement First Bridgeport Academy Students Study Long Island Sound
The students spent the day aboard the schooner SoundWaters.
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Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Contractor Accused Of Burglarizing House In Westport, Cops Say
The break-in and theft were reported in January, according to authorities.
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Westport|News|
Contractor Accused Of Burglarizing House In Westport: Police
The break-in and theft were reported in January, according to authorities.
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