Simsbury, CT|News|
Learn To Fly At The Simsbury Airport Next Month
On May 21, a local chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association will host free flying lessons for adults at the Simsbury Airport.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
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Glastonbury, CT|News|
Meet Glastonbury's New 'Highly Regarded' Police Officer
Amber Schippani, the daughter of two first responders and a member of the National Guard, has joined the Glastonbury Police Department.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
The Shops At Farmington Valley Welcomes Health, Fitness Businesses
A cardiovascular health institute and a gym offering barre fitness classes are the plaza's newest tenants.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|News|
New Milford Woman Charged With Sexually Assaulting Teen: Report
The woman is accused of having sexual contact with — and giving drugs and alcohol to — a 15-year-old boy, the News-Times reported.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Canton, CT|News|
Celebrate Earth Day In Canton: Town Releases Event Line-Up
On April 22 and 23, the town will mark Earth Day by holding a tree planting event, a trail clean-up at the Farmington River, and more.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Glastonbury, CT|News|
Glastonbury Zip Code Among Priciest In CT: Study
See where Glastonbury zip code 06073 ranks on a list of the Connecticut zip codes with the most expensive houses.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Milford, CT|News|
New Milford Road Will Be Closed Until This Afternoon
Mayor Pete Bass has asked the public to avoid the area as crews replace a drainage pipe. The closure is expected to last until 2 p.m.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Glastonbury, CT|News|
Man Accused Of Impersonating Brother Following Shoplifting: Police
A man charged with shoplifting from a Glastonbury store is accused of identifying himself to officers as his brother, police said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
East Haven, CT|News|
Tweed Expansion Could Mean East Haven Gets $500K From State: Report
But Mayor Joe Carfora told the New Haven Register that the money wouldn't offset the "immense burdens" a new terminal would bring.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
New Haven Man Charged With Fentanyl Distribution: U.S. Attorney
He's accused of selling 50 grams of fentanyl to members of the FBI's Safe Streets Task Force in August 2021, the Attorney's Office said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Fire Department Warns Residents Of T-Shirt Scam
Contrary to a text message residents may have received, the Guilford Fire Department is not selling $10 T-shirts, firefighters said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Former Branford Basketball Coach Will Be Honored By CIAC
Tom Murray, who used to coach basketball at Branford High School, will be honored at the CAS-CIAC Hall of Honor dinner next month.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
2 New Haven Men Face Fentanyl Trafficking Charges: U.S. Attorney
Both men are accused of conspiracy to distribute fentanyl after investigators bought drugs from them multiple times, officials said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
Fire Displaces 11 From New Haven Multi-Family Home: Report
The fire caused "heavy damage" to the second and third floors of a Columbus Avenue house on Sunday night.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Man, 20, Killed In Ansonia Shooting: Reports
Johnny Class, 20, of Stratford has been identified as the victim of a recent shooting in Ansonia, multiple news outlets reported.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Restaurant Week Will Offer Discounts, Deals Later This Month
From April 24-30, over 20 Stratford restaurants will showcase the city's local dining scene.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
'Endangered Runaway,' 13, Missing From Hamden
A silver alert has been issued for 13-year-old Jiair Daniels, who went missing from Hamden today.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Chick-fil-A Employee Wins $25K Scholarship
John Shepherd, a student at Quinnipiac University, was one of 12 Chick-fil-A employees nationwide to be awarded this year's scholarship.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
State Board Votes To Increase Control Of West Haven's Money: Reports
The move, which was approved by a municipal accountability board today, would give the state more say in city finances.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
North Haven, CT|News|
Meet The North Haven Police Department's Newest Hires
Jason Diaz and Cassandra Soda were sworn in earlier this week. Next week, they begin a six-month training academy in Milford.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
