Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Dec. 12 Update From Easton First Selectman Lent
Legal budget blowout, Affordable Housing Committee restarts, a home for Applejack, Menorah Lighting, Christmas parties and more Easton news…
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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Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Easton Selectmen Review Town Attorney Resignation, Legal Costs During Special Meeting
Easton officials discuss the resignation of the town’s law firm, rising legal costs and next steps at a meeting this week.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Redding News & Calendar Of Events Dec. 13-20, 2025
See the latest announcement from the Town of Redding.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Voters Approve Eversource Easement, Open Space Transfer At Town Meeting
Ridgefield approves an Eversource easement for the alternative high school and accepts new open space.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Will Connecticut See A White Christmas? Here’s What The Odds Say
The chances for a white Christmas are greatest in the Northeast, Appalachians, lower Great Lakes and eastern Ohio Valley.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Powerball Jackpot Hits $1B: When To Buy Tickets In CT For Next Drawing
The jackpot, which currently has a cash value of $461.3 million, could soar even higher before Saturday night’s drawing.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Library To Host 'Terra-Forming' Art Exhibition By Local Artist
Wilton Library presents “Terra-Forming,” a January exhibition featuring landscape-inspired works by Wilton artist Mathew Tucker.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Newtown
There were 10 homes sold in Newtown between Nov. 24 and Dec. 11, with a top price of $1 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Southbury
There were 10 homes sold in Southbury between Dec. 2 and Dec. 10, with a top price of $900K, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Monroe
There were 10 homes sold in Monroe between Dec. 1 and Dec. 10, with a top price of $1 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury City Council Advances Grants, Reviews Safety Projects And Opens Pay-Scale Proposal For Elected Office
Danbury Council approves grants, reviews safety upgrades, and sends elected-official pay proposal to an ad hoc panel.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Easton Selectmen Review Housing Policies, Roof Repairs And Approve Multiple Board Appointments
Easton selectmen discuss housing trust options, roof repairs, tax refunds and numerous board appointments at Dec. 4 meeting.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Reviews Fire Staffing, Overtime Costs And Dispatch Issues
Ridgefield Fire Commission examines fire staffing progress, overtime trends, dispatch training and apparatus repairs.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield’s Bridges Show Range Of Fair To Good Ratings, CTDOT Data Reveals
CTDOT data shows Brookfield’s bridges carry a mix of fair and good ratings, with several aging Route 7 spans needing monitoring.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Edmond Town Hall Board Reviews Finances, Approves Policy Changes And Sets 2026 Meeting Schedule
Edmond Town Hall board approves leadership roles, financial updates, policy changes and its 2026 meeting calendar.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Danbury
There were 10 homes sold in Danbury between Nov. 28 and Dec. 5, with a top price of $1.4 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Ridgefield
There were 10 homes sold in Ridgefield between Nov. 25 and Dec. 9, with a top price of $2.3 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Marks 41st Annual Ram Pasture Tree Lighting With Luminaria, Music And Santa Visit
Newtown’s 41st Ram Pasture Tree Lighting will be big: luminaria, music, Santa visits and more community festivities.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Issues Boil-Water Advisory After Water Main Break Near Forty Acre Mountain
Danbury urges Hawthorne Terrace customers to boil water after a main break.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Board Of Finance Elects Leaders, Reviews Budget And Insurance Policies
Newtown Board of Finance elects officers, hears financial updates, discusses insurance policy changes, and sets 2026 meeting schedule.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
