Brian McCready has been Patch's regional manager for Connecticut's 76 hyperlocal sites since June 2014 where he leads a group of dedicated journalists who are committed to covering your local communities throughout the state.
Patch has dozens of local sites in Fairfield, New Haven and Hartford counties, and several sites in Middlesex, New London and Tolland counties. We also cover towns in Litchfield County.
Brian began his journalism career as a reporter for the Branford Review and Shoreline Times before moving onto the New Haven Register, where he initially worked as a reporter covering Milford and Amity schools and then all facets of local government. Brian was then named bureau chief and later became metro editor.
If you have a news tip for a local community or want to send us feedback, you can email me at brian.mccready@patch.com.
New details have been released concerning a storm that is forecast in advance of Thanksgiving in Connecticut. Here's what to expect.
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"The versatile layout of the 14 rooms will meet all your entertaining & living needs," the listing states.
"Create lasting memories in this remodeled and meticulously maintained home..." the listing states.
"...excellent possibilities for agriculture or horses, nursery, landscaping company or garden center," the listing states.
This family fun event features popcorn, cotton candy, face painting, games and treats.
Local lawmakers shared news of the grant and how it will aid the Farmington River Rail Trail.
This home offers an "impressive 188 feet of Housatonic river frontage, providing breathtaking viewsm" the listing states.
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The U.S. News list ranks Branford's elementary schools, and also includes where they rank across Connecticut, too.
The U.S. News list ranks East Haven's elementary schools, and also includes where they rank across Connecticut, too.
Warm weather will finish off the week before storms are forecasted to roll in which could impact travel plans for Thanksgiving.
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There are numerous delays and a crash have been reported along I-95 and Route 15 in Fairfield County Friday morning.
The accident occurred early Friday.
Plans have been filed with the town that would redevelop a former wedding and event facility, according to Hearst Connecticut.
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