Ridgefield|News|
Major Change Affecting Social Security Payments In CT For 2026
The news concerning Social Security payments was announced on Friday by the federal government.
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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Brookfield, CT|News|
Twins BBQ Maze In Brookfield Serves Up Fall Fun, Local Flavor And A Labyrinth
Twins BBQ Maze in Brookfield offers a “Bee Kind” corn maze, live music, goats, dogs, and farm-fresh barbecue all fall.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Redding News & Calendar Of Events Oct. 25-Nov. 4, 2025
See the latest announcement from the Town of Redding.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Trump Admin Resumes Some Student Loan Forgiveness: What To Know In CT
Not all of Connecticut’s 518,500 student loan borrowers are affected by the agreement. Here's who qualifies…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Massive Storm Moving In On Halloween Week: See Latest CT Forecast
A powerful coastal storm may produce significant impacts on Connecticut. Here are the new details on the forecast.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Selectpersons Approve Extended Four-Day Workweek, Name Town Historian, Hear Senior Tax Credit Prop
Ridgefield Selectpersons make four-day workweek permanent, appoint town historians, and review senior tax relief plans.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Matthew Linnell For Southbury Inland Wetlands Commission
Matthew Linnell shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Southbury Inland Wetlands Commission.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Kirby Brendsel For Weston Police Commissioner
Kirby Brendsel shares with Patch why he should be elected as Weston Police Commissioner.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Gerald Leventhal For Southbury Finance Commission
Gerald Leventhal shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Southbury Finance Commission.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Holly Robinson For Danbury City Council - 2nd Ward
Holly Robinson shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Danbury City Council - 2nd Ward.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield PatchCast For Oct. 24
Smokeshop inspections, Aldrich outdoor events a 'go', Ghosts of Ridgefield tours, the Halloween Walk, and more…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
'Charming Clapboard & Stone Home With Idyllic Gardens', Now On The Market In Wilton
This property in Wilton is on the market for $695K, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
'Sun-Drenched Colonial Home Has Everything', Now On The Market In Brookfield
This property in Brookfield is on the market for $725K, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Michael J. Coelho For Danbury City Council At Large
Michael J. Coelho shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Danbury City Council at Large.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Sunny Gill For Monroe Board Of Education
Sunny Gill shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Monroe Board of Education.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Stephen Huntley For Southbury Planning Commission Alternate
Stephen Huntley shares with Patch why he should be elected as Southbury Planning Commission Alternate.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Police Charge 2 After Inspection Finds Illegal Cannabis, Nitrous Oxide Sales
Ridgefield police say two men face charges after an inspection found illegal cannabis and nitrous oxide sales at Village Smoke Shop.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Alex Staehely For Weston Board Of Finance
Alex Staehely shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Weston Board of Finance.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Selectmen Approve Police Chief Contract Pending Board Recommendation, Hear Facilities Survey
Newtown Selectmen reviewed a townwide facilities survey, discussed land issues and approved a conditional police chief contract.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
10 Can’t-Miss Things To Do In Connecticut This November
We’ve rounded up 10 can’t-miss events from around the state, including holiday fairs and some high-flying aerobatics…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
