Danbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Andrea Gartner For Danbury City Council, 5th Ward
Andrea Gartner shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Danbury City Council, 5th Ward.
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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Critical Benefits For 360K CT Residents Could Soon Be Halted Due To Government Shutdown
A total of 360,000 Connecticut residents may lose a key benefit on Nov. 1 if the government remains shut down. Here's what you need to know.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Robert DeWilder For Weston Planning & Zoning Commission
Robert DeWilder shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Weston Planning & Zoning Commission.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Monroe Receives Nearly $11K In Latest ‘Nickel-Per-Nip’ Environmental Distribution
Monroe earned Nearly $11K through Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program, which funds local environmental projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel Receives Nearly $10K In Latest ‘Nickel-Per-Nip’ Environmental Distribution
Bethel earned nearly $10K through Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program, which funds local environmental projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Receives Nearly $2K In Latest ‘Nickel-Per-Nip’ Environmental Distribution
Wilton earned $1,890.10 through Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program, which funds local environmental projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Town Of Southbury First Selectman's Update For Oct. 21, 2025
See the latest announcements from the Town of Southbury.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Live2Swim Brings Dedicated Children’s Swim School To Brookfield With Focus On Safety And Confidence
Live2Swim opens in Brookfield to teach water safety and confidence, as swim proficiency rates nationwide show room to grow.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Ryan Hawley For Danbury City Council - At Large
Ryan Hawley shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Danbury City Council - At Large.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield P&Z Approves Aldrich Outdoor Event Plan, Clarifies Daycare Moratorium Rule
Ridgefield’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved Aldrich Museum’s outdoor events and clarified that private daycares are exempt from the
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Teen Charged In August Crash That Killed Passenger On Berkshire Road
A 19-year-old has been charged in connection with an August crash that killed one passenger.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Teen Charged In August Crash That Killed Passenger On Berkshire Road In Newtown
A 19-year-old has been charged in connection with an August crash on Berkshire Road in Newtown that killed one passenger.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Legislative Council Approves $327K for 2026 Property Revaluation, Reviews Veterans Tax Updates
Newtown Legislative Council OKs $327,500 for 2026 revaluation, reviews veterans tax changes, and discusses HVAC and well field projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Robert Kozlowsky For Weston Police Commissioner
Robert Kozlowsky shares with Patch why he should be elected as Weston Police Commissioner.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Police Investigate Minor Damage At Republican Headquarters On West Street
Danbury police are investigating minor window damage at Republican headquarters
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Nick D'Addario For Easton First Selectman
Nick D'Addario shares with Patch why he should be elected as Easton First Selectman.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Jason Bergman For Weston Zoning Board Of Appeals
Jason Bergman shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Weston Zoning Board of Appeals.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Receives Nearly $7,000 In Latest ‘Nickel-Per-Nip’ Environmental Distribution
Brookfield earned $6,998 through Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program, which funds local environmental projects.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Dona-Lyn Wales For Monroe Town Council
Dona-Lyn Wales shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Monroe Town Council.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Artists From Weir Farm In Wilton To Exhibit At Annual ‘Weir Inspired’ Show
More than 30 Weir Farm Artist Collective members will exhibit from Nov. 3 through Dec. 31.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
