Newtown, CT|News|
Wrong-Way Driver Safety Work To Close I-84 Ramps In Newtown
I-84 exit ramps in Newtown will close overnight March 26 for wrong-way driver safety work. Detours and alternate routes will be in effect.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
- Ridgefield, CT
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!
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Monster Trucks? Fairy Godmothers? CT Has You Covered This Weekend
Whether you want to run in the mud or watch monster trucks plow through it, you'll find an event to your liking somewhere in CT this weekend
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Vitale, Schutte, Whiteley: Recent Death Notices From Monroe
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Police Investigate DUI Crash, Thefts And Traffic Collision
Wilton police report DUI crash, two theft cases, and a traffic collision over a five-day span.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Southbury Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Southbury earned an A- and ranked 91st in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Wilton earned an A+ and ranked 13th in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Bethel earned an A- and ranked 88th in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Monroe Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Monroe earned an A and ranked 42nd in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Announces 2025 Spring Leaf Pick-Up Schedule
Danbury's Spring Leaf Pick-Up runs April 14 to May 23, 2025, with alternating weekly service by ZIP code and strict bagging guidelines.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Did You Feel It? New Jersey Earthquake Rattles Residents In CT & PA
A 1.7 magnitude quake in New Jersey early Saturday was felt in Connecticut and Pennsylvania, according to the USGS.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Brookfield earned an A- and ranked 67th in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Newtown earned an A and ranked 46th in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Ranked Among Best Places To Live In Connecticut For 2025
Ridgefield earned an A+ and ranked 17th in Niche's 2025 Best Places to Live in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Connecticut Releases 2024 Tick Surveillance Data, Finds Rising Risk
State biologists report 2024 tick data, noting rise in disease-causing ticks and spread of emerging species in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Georgia Man Indicted In Danbury Kidnapping Linked To Crypto Theft
A Georgia man is charged in a Danbury kidnapping tied to a crypto theft probe. He pleaded not guilty and remains in custody.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
85-Cent Blizzards Now Available At Dairy Queen: How To Get One In CT
Here's how to get a blizzard for $0.85.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
The Top 100 Places To Live In Connecticut: 2025 Rankings
Rankings website Niche.com just published its 2025 list of the "best places to live in Connecticut." Where does your town fall on the list?
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Yard Refuse Center Sets 2025 Seasonal Schedule
Brookfield's Yard Refuse Center opens April 12 for residents. Permits required. Grass clippings not accepted.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
'Tastes Of Danbury' Returns In April With Global Cuisine
The monthlong event runs from Tuesday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 30, and highlights Danbury’s diverse culinary scene.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel Protesters Rally for Ukraine at P.T. Barnum Square
About 100 gathered in Bethel to support Ukraine and protest U.S. policies. Next week's event will focus on education and food donations.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
