Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Man Graduates From CT State Police Academy
Paul Cordova of Norwalk was among 53 people to become CT state police troopers last week. He's assigned to Troop G in Bridgeport.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
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Westport, CT|News|
Westport's Sherwood Island Needs $5.18M In Repairs: Report
The area's aging infrastructure puts it "among the parks with the highest need for investment," state officials told CT Insider.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|News|
Orange Police Sergeant Promoted To Lieutenant
Jonathan DeRubeis, Orange's newest lieutenant, is a 15-year veteran of the department who served on a specialized response team for years.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Man Wins 'Lucky For Life' Lottery Drawing
A Norwalk resident will receive $25,000 each year for the rest of his life after winning a recent lottery drawing.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
'It's In His DNA': Norwalk Man Fights Alongside Ukrainian Army
James Vasquez of Norwalk traveled to Ukraine to help soldiers fend off attacks from Russia — and he's documenting his efforts on Twitter.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Noroton Heights Mixed-Use Shopping Center Gets Approval: Report
The approved plans call for 65 residential units, retail and restaurant space and a public plaza at 346 Heights Road, The Hour reported.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Man Accused Of Attempted Fraud At New Canaan Bank: Police
He's charged with trying to access a Bank of America checking account to withdraw $4,000 that didn't belong to him, New Canaan police said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport Schools Outline Health Lessons For Fifth-Graders
Students will watch videos and attend discussions about puberty, mental and emotional health, substance abuse and sexual assault prevention.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Charges Added In Norwalk Catalytic Converter Thefts: Police
Two men charged with stealing a catalytic converter early Wednesday have been linked to other thefts reported that morning, police said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Photos: Merritt 7 Office Park Gets An Upgrade
Amenities like food halls, cafés and a fitness center are nearing completion at the corporate park, where offices are available for lease.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Ex-Norwalk Cop Pleads Guilty In On-The-Job Drinking Case: Report
Michael Dimeglio's guilty plea comes after he was decertified and an investigation found he "betrayed the public trust," The Hour reported.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Hair Salon Luscious & Co Opening In New Canaan
The salon has chosen New Canaan for its second location, and the public is invited to celebrate with a grand opening on April 7.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Darien, CT|News|
Darien Commons Begins Leasing First Batch Of Residential Homes
Twenty-five of the mixed-use complex's 122 apartments are now available for lease, with move-ins beginning this summer.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Obituary: Jonathan Verdan, 26, Of Norwalk
He enjoyed playing drums and producing music, spending time with his siblings and cousins and taking care of animals.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
Westport Hiker May Have Died In Adirondacks Avalanche: Officials
Thomas Howard was found dead under four feet of snow last week, and evidence suggests an avalanche may have taken place at the site.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Westport, CT|News|
18-Year-Old Man Charged With Assaulting Elderly Woman: Police
On March 3, an elderly woman was seriously injured during the theft of her car. Police have arrested a man in connection with the incident.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
2 Charged In Attempted Catalytic Converter Thefts: Norwalk Police
A witness saw the men trying to steal a catalytic converter in a Norwalk parking lot. Officers found 13 more in their car, police said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Man Charged In Child Sexual Exploitation Case: Police
His arrest stems from an investigation into a letter claiming a child had been "sexually exploited by a known person," police said.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Dermatology Office Under New Ownership; Has New Name
Schweiger Dermatology Group has acquired the four Connecticut Dermatology Group offices in Connecticut, including the one in Norwalk.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|News|
Orange Detective Helps With 'Ghost Guns' Investigation, Raid
An investigation that an Orange detective helped conduct led to the seizure of several illegally manufactured guns on Monday.
Gabby DeBenedictis, Patch Staff
