Branford, CT|News|
Branford Police Blotter: Nov. 18 to Nov. 25, 2025
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
- New Haven, CT
Longtime journalist covering New Haven, Branford, and East Haven part time.
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East Haven, CT|News|
Longtime Paramedic/Firefighter, Who Served 2 Tours In Afghanistan, Promoted As EHFD Battalion Chief
A 15-year veteran of the Connecticut Army National Guard, he served two tours in Afghanistan, as infantryman and infantry fire-team leader.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
New Haven Man, 44, Guilty Of Meth Dealing, Supervised Release Violation, Gets 21 Year Prison Term: Feds
Donald Ogman, AKA "Mainey-O" and "Manny O," has been a "leader of the Grape Street Crips, a violent New Haven gang:" US Attorney.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Not Buying More Stuff. Wait, Stop The Car! El Thrift Store Opens On Main Street
The LGBTQIA+, Puerto Rican woman-owned hip new shop has everything and a treasure or two. Plus, it's fun and feel-good, do-good shopping.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
Ribbon Cut On Monarch Apartments Homes, 64-Unit Affordable Development On Derby Ave. In West River
Rents for the 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments are all affordable for those earning at/or below 50%-80% of the area's median income: Mayor.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Stage Door Medium, Jimmy Moses Returns To Legacy Theatre, Feb. 2026
As a practicing Medium for over 10 years, Jimmy Moses brings a lot of heart and a bit of humor with him when connecting with the other side.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
North Branford, CT|News|
North Branford Police Blotter: Nov. 17 to Nov. 24, 2025
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
North Branford, CT|News|
Bruce Abelson Thanked For Service On North Branford Town Council, 2021 to 2025
He was an advocate for the town’s children, and served as liaison to the Board of Fire Commissioners, Town Manager Michael Downes noted.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
Giving Tuesday: 5 New Haven Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Created in NYC in 2012 with a simple goal, to encourage people to do good, since then, Giving Tuesday has grown into a global movement.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Branford Democratic Representative Town Meeting Majority Sworn In, Elects Adelman As Leader
"Voters made it clear they want a pragmatic, community-focused government that works for everyone:" now-RTM Majority Leader Dan Adelman.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
Save the Sound Launches Alexander Center for Ecological Action
Center joins Ecological Restoration program, Doherty Climate and Resilience Institute to build a healthier future for the Long Island Sound.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
At Sunrise Thursday, Woman Picking Up Friend Had Her Car Stolen By 2 Men Inside Apartment: EHPD
The men, both from East Haven, grabbed the keys, fled in her Dodge Challenger, and were later caught in New Haven, and charged by police: PD
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
North Branford, CT|News|
Police Seek Witnesses, Information After Elderly Driver Injured In Foxon Road Hit-And-Run Crash
It was just after 2 p.m. Thursday when first responders were called to a crash where a driver fled the scene near 644 Foxon Road: NBPD
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Driver Involved In 3 Separate Crashes Identified By East Haven Police
Police said the man was involved in three separate crashes.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Police Blotter: Nov. 13 to Nov. 19, 2025
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
Long Wharf Waterfront Redevelopment Includes Beach, Redesigned Food Truck Paradise, Playground: Mayor
With a $12.1M state grant helping to fund, construction is set to begin in 2026 and continue through 2027.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Walsh Intermediate School Field Hockey Team Celebrates Undefeated Season
The WIS program feeds directly into the Branford High School field hockey program, where many of these athletes will continue.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Giving Tuesday: 5 Branford Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Created in NYC in 2012 with a simple goal, to encourage people to do good, since then, Giving Tuesday has grown into a global movement.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
School District Victim Of Phishing Scam, Whose 'Scope Is Extensive; 'Well Over' 10,000 Emails Sent
The attack utilized at least 4 compromised student accounts to send mass emails to the rest of the student body, 1,000, opened/read.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New Haven|News|
CT Dentists, Including New Haven Practice, Pay $714K To Settle False Claims Allegations: Feds
L&M Family Dentistry, now dissolved New Haven dental practice, and owners, paid $714,446.27 to reimburse the Medicaid program: Feds, State.
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