Hi. I'm Rich Kirby and have been writing hyperlocal news for the Hudson Valley and southern Connecticut areas since 2010. Currently covering Danbury, Ridgefield, Newtown, Wilton, Brookfield and state news. Please don't hesitate to hit me up with any story ideas or tips. My email is rich.kirby@patch.com. Thanks for reading!
The Lyrids can fire off as many as 100 shooting stars an hour, according to NASA. Here's what to know this year in Connecticut.
This property in Wilton is on the market for $900K, according to Zillow.com.
A 70-year-old Danbury woman is facing drug and probation violation charges after police executed multiple search warrants at her residence.
Newtown’s Board of Finance approves DPW and police budget changes, accepts state grants, and discusses financial planning and fund policies.
"The spring forest fire season can be particularly challenging…"
Weston's EcoFest on May 4 features live music, food, eco-talks, kids' events, and a bottle drive raffle at Lachat Town Farm.
WCSU's elementary education program earns top national ranking for math instruction quality, one of only two in Connecticut to receive an A+
CT affirms civil rights compliance while rejecting a new federal Title VI certification request, citing existing obligations are met.
Brookfield officials are moving forward with a redevelopment plan to remediate a major contaminated site ahead of new housing construction.
A former school bus monitor faces charges in Newtown following a March incident involving a special education student, police said.
CT travelers have less than a month left to make sure they have the right identification to board domestic flights.
The Town of Southbury is hiring a part-time Laborer at the Transfer Station.
Wilton police stopped a vehicle for a registration issue and transferred the driver to Stamford officers on an outstanding warrant.
Newtown leaders discuss $436K DPW budget shift, invasive species plan, recycling survey, and upcoming town events.
CityCenter Danbury’s Easter Festival on the Green brings music, egg hunts, and Easter Bunny photos to families on April 19.
Pres. Trump said Friday that both the House and Senate "should push hard for more Daylight at the end of a day." What's that mean for CT?
Wilton Library’s Spring Book Sale runs May 2–5 with 75,000-plus items in 50 categories. Proceeds benefit the library.
A longtime Brookfield bowling alley is up for sale following a fire in January. The site includes a full bar, kitchen, and 32 lanes.
Dozens of local groups will gather at Yanity Gym in Ridgefield to showcase volunteer and community opportunities on April 27.
This property in Brookfield is on the market for $1.35 million, according to Zillow.com.
