Ridgefield|News|
Weir Farm Announces Open Call for 2025 Artist-In-Residence Program
Six established or emerging visual artists will be selected competitively through a juried process for one-month long residencies.
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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Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Library Celebrates Native American Heritage Month
All events and activities are free, open to the public, and take place either at the Danbury Library located at 170 Main Street or online.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield To Hold 1st Public Workshop For 2025 Development Plan
Brookfield will hold its first public workshop for the 2025 Plan of Conservation and Development Update on Nov. 21
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
State, Town Officials Mourn Death Of Longtime Newtown Firefighter
State and Newtown officials are among the many mourning the death of Botsford Fire Rescue first assistant chief, Peter Joseph Blomberg.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Fire Danger In Wilton Expected To 'Significantly Increase': Officials
Fire danger is expected to be very high on Thursday and may be extremely high on Friday with the potential for Red Flag Warnings
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Creates 'Form Of Government Committee' To Help Plot Course
The Ridgefield Board of Selectpersons has appointed a committee to research whether the Town's current form of government is optimal.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
New REAL ID Options: What It Means In CT
States will be allowed to apply for a waiver to accept digital identification cards — as long as they comply with REAL ID protocols.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Daylight Saving Time Ends: When Does The Sun Set Sunday in CT?
We're entering the "dark 30" — sunset before we’re home from the evening commute or when the kids get home from after-school activities…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
'Halloween Fireballs' Possible In CT: When To Look Up
The Taurids are the only shooting star show with meteors from two debris streams. November’s is the last of four consecutive supermoons.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Redding Police Blotter Highlights For Oct. 21-27
This public information from the Redding Police Department is accurate as of Oct. 30, 2024. Items reflect charges filed, not convictions.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event On Nov. 2
See the latest announcement from the Town of Brookfield.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Red Flag Warning Closes Webb Mountain Park In Monroe
An unprecedented statewide drought is currently fueling dozens of brush fires in woodland areas throughout the state.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Ghost Tours, Faerie Villages & Lantern Fests Light Up CT This Weekend
November begins this week, but Spooky Season hasn't quite given up the ghost in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Cases Of 'Walking Pneumonia' Spike Among Children: What To Know In CT
The bacteria is easily spread by coughing or sneezing, and while infections are generally mild, serious complications can develop.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Gas Prices Fall Again, As Oil Markets Remain On Edge
In Wilton, the best price for a gallon of regular fuel is $3.07 at the CITGO at 386 Danbury Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel Business Sells 6-Figure Win To Lucky Connecticut Lottery Player
This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Gas Prices Fall Again, As Oil Markets Remain On Edge
In Brookfield, the best price for a gallon of regular fuel is $2.73, found at two gas stations.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Gas Prices Fall Again, As Oil Markets Remain On Edge
In Connecticut, a gallon of self-service regular is averaging $3.07, down two cents from last week and down three cents from last month.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Gas Prices Fall Again, As Oil Markets Remain On Edge
In Ridgefield, the best price for a gallon of regular fuel is $3.19 at the Stateline Exxon at 242 South Salem Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Gas Prices Fall Again, As Oil Markets Remain On Edge
In Danbury, the best price for a gallon of regular fuel is $2.73 at BJ's Wholesale at 106 Federal Road.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff