Chris Rhatigan is a local editor for Connecticut Patch and Massachusetts Patch. In Connecticut, he covers Milford, New London, Stonington-Mystic, and Groton. In Massachusetts, he covers Andover, North Andover, Tewksbury, Burlington, Reading, Wilmington, and Wakefield.
He began his journalism career at The New Haven Register, where he covered city government and schools for the Milford bureau. He has also written for publications such as The Iowa City Press-Citizen, The Cedar Rapids Gazette, and Connecticut Magazine.
If you have a news tip for a local community, you can reach him by email at chris.rhatigan@patch.com.
A state trooper, who has since retired, is facing a criminal charge due to a dispute with a YouTuber at his home last month, police said.
The town has released details about the ceremony that will honor the memory of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
The town is advising residents on changes to the trash and recycling pickup schedule due to the upcoming holiday.
Foxwoods will unveil a major new space for players in the Fox Tower next week.
The bills were marked "For Motion Picture Purposes," police said. Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect.
The teen was reported missing but has since been found.
A local girl made a generous donation after saving money from a lemonade stand and the Tooth Fairy.
State police also provided an update on the status of the investigation.
A rapidly growing chain that promises to bring world-class cuisine to your doorstep is charting an opening in Burlington.
Check out how much this this "gem" with "classic New England charm" is listed for in Stonington.
Crews responded to the call early Friday morning, according to fire officials.
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Milford recently.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
The cranberry industry has lost ground in recent years in Massachusetts. Now the state is stepping in to convert bogs into wetlands.
This marks the second time this month that a large number of dolphins have been spotted in the Long Island Sound.
A national chain of coffee shops is set to open its third location in the state in the coming weeks.
Check out how much a home with "a majestic Great Room inspired by the state homes of Newport" is listed for in Andover.
The cause of the blaze is under investigation.
The deal gives the hospital exclusive naming rights to the facility’s second floor.
One person is dead following a drowning in Old Lyme on Wednesday evening, according to state police.
