Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Witch Trials, Ghost Hunts & Vampires: Last Spooky Weekend In CT
Horror and history intertwine throughout Connecticut this weekend before Halloween.
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|
How A La Niña Winter Could Affect CT Home Heating Bills
The price of crude is a wild card. Rising tensions in the Middle East raise "the possibility of oil supply disruption," experts said.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Open Fires Prohibited In Easton Until Further Notice: Fire Dept
The risk of brush fires is "very high" for all of Connecticut's eight counties, according to DEEP.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Medical Technology Facility To Lay Off 86 Workers
Hologic will pink slip 71 workers on Dec. 20 when it shutters its facility at the end of December, and another 15 in Q1 of 2025.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Southbury Senior Center 2024 Holiday Cheer Program
The Southbury Senior Center is gearing up for its Annual Holiday Cheer drive to bring cheer to Southbury seniors during the holiday season.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Here's How Much Monroe Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Here's How Much Southbury Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Here's How Much Bethel Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Here's How Much Wilton Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Here's How Much Newtown Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Here's How Much Ridgefield Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Here's How Much Danbury Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center In Southbury Temporarily Changes Location
The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center in Southbury has been temporarily moved from Town Hall to Sacred Heart Church at 910 Main Street South.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Here's How Much Brookfield Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since April
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Reports Of Sick Coyote Temporarily Close Schenck's Island In Wilton
The Wilton Police Department has temporarily Schenck's Island, following reports of a sick coyote.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Grad Overcomes Dyslexia, Excels At University
Ellie Scholl, RHS '24, is studying nursing at Elon University on a scholarship. Somehow along the way, she found the time to become an EMT.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Northern Lights Over CT More Likely Now That 'Solar Maximum' Is Here
Connecticut could see more dazzling northern lights displays over the next year before the sun goes into a more quiet phase.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
'Stress Relief Through Music And Rhythm: A Participatory Experience' At Southbury Public Library
Like all Southbury Public Library programs, this event is free to attend and open to anyone regardless of town of residency.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
'Beautiful, Pride-Of-Ownership Property' In Ridgefield
This property in Ridgefield is on the market for $875,000, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
'Meticulously Appointed 10 Room Colonial' In Brookfield
This property in Brookfield is on the market for $849,000, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff