Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Area Gas Prices Decline Amid Lower Crude Costs, Weak Demand
Since late January, fuel prices have edged downward, driven in part by declining crude oil costs and economic uncertainty.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
- Ridgefield, CT
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Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Area Gas Prices Decline Amid Lower Crude Costs, Weak Demand
Since late January, fuel prices have edged downward, driven in part by declining crude oil costs and economic uncertainty.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Wethersfield Man Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash in Newtown
This public information from the Newtown Police Department is accurate as of March 10, 2025. Items reflect charges filed, not convictions.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Protesters Rally In Bethel Against Trump Administration
About 65 Bethel residents gathered at P. T. Barnum Square to protest the current administration, vowing to rally every Saturday at 11 a.m.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Wrong-Way Driver Detection System To Be Installed On I-84 In Southbury
CTDOT has announced the installation of a wrong-way driver detection system on Interstate 84 westbound at Exit 15 in Southbury.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
NY Resident Charged In Financial Sextortion Investigation In Wilton
A New York resident has been extradited and charged in connection with a financial sextortion investigation in Wilton that spanned 10 months
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
'For The People' Marks International Women's Day In Danbury With Rally
A large crowd gathered in downtown Danbury on Saturday for the "For The People" March and Rally
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
'Stunning' Nantucket Style Residence New To The Market In Ridgefield
This property in Ridgefield is on the market for $2.75 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
March 7 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter
Motor Vehicle Tax, Charter Revision, GoNetspeed Construction, P&Z Hearings, Parm Dinner, Spring Equinox Drum Circle and more Bethel news…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Rep. Allie-Brennan Update On 'Energy Costs & SB 647 - What's At Stake'
"As your representative, my priority is ensuring that any changes we make lower costs for ratepayers…"
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Redding News & Calendar Of Events March 10-17, 2025
See the latest announcement from the Town of Redding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
March 7 Update From Easton First Selectman Bindelglass
…the Office of the Fire Marshal would like to remind everyone to check the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors…"
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Church To Host Workshop On Reducing Political Polarization
Join St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Ridgefield on March 23 for a Braver Angels workshop on constructive political dialogue.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
How To Eat Local Affordably, In Southbury
Join the Southbury Library for a virtual program and learn more about buying local food affordably.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Seeks Volunteers For Annual Townwide Cleanup Day On April 5
Join Wilton’s Townwide Cleanup Day on April 5 to help beautify the community. Volunteers get free pizza and a chance to win prizes.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Danbury
There were 5 homes sold in Danbury between Feb. 27 and March 6, with a top price of $1,175,000, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Southbury
There were 5 homes sold in Southbury between Feb. 28 and March 6, with a top price of $530,000, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Monroe
There were 5 homes sold in Monroe between Feb. 7 and March 6, with a top price of 1.05 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Brookfield
There were 5 homes sold in Brookfield between Feb. 26 and March 6, with a top price of $891,000, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Newtown
There were 5 homes sold in Newtown between Feb. 21 and March 6, with a top price of $670,000, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff