Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Board Of Education Narrowly Approves Weapons Detection Donation Amid Student Opposition
Newtown school board OKs weapons detection system gift in 4-3 vote as students voice mental health concerns.
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|
EXPECT DELAYS: New Road Work Scheduled In Brookfield
The shutdown is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 16.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Launches New Online Portal For Building, Health, And Zoning Permits
Wilton residents and contractors can now apply for, track, and pay for permits online through a new OpenGov portal.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Trump Freezes $43.5M In Connecticut Funding To Pressure Democrats To End Shutdown: Report
Here's the district-by-district breakdown of what grants got yanked in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Dan Lent For Easton First Selectman
Dan Lent shares with Patch why he should be elected as Easton First Selectman.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Sean Marcus For Danbury City Council At Large
Sean Marcus shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Danbury City Council At Large.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Quick-Thinking Neighbor, Homeowner Contain Early Morning Fire In Newtown
A Newtown homeowner and neighbor quickly contained a house fire sparked by discarded fireplace embers, officials said.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
'Tough Decision:' Beloved Brookfield Business Shutters After A Decade
"After 10 wonderful years, we've made the tough decision to close our doors," the owners posted on Facebook Saturday.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Woodbury-Middlebury, CT|News|
Woodbury Firefighters Pull Off Purr-Fect Rescue, Free Kitten Trapped In Chimney
Woodbury firefighters rescued a kitten trapped in a chimney, reuniting it with a local girl in a scene right from a Hollywood movie.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Pumpkins, Pirates, And Haunted Trails: Here’s What’s Happening Across Connecticut This Weekend
From haunted trails to pumpkin fests and pirate operas, Connecticut’s Oct. 17–19 weekend is packed with fall fun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
‘No Kings’ Protests Planned This Weekend Across Connecticut: What To Know
A second series of “No Kings” protests against the Trump administration will take place around the country on Saturday
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Man Dies After Being Struck By Falling Overhang At Construction Site
A 69-year-old Danbury man died after being struck by a wooden overhang at a Ridgefield construction site, police said.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Worker Dies After Being Struck By Falling Overhang At Ridgefield Construction Site
A 69-year-old Danbury man died after being struck by a wooden overhang at a Ridgefield construction site, police said.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: David Katz For Easton Constable
David Katz shares with Patch why he should be elected as Easton Constable.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Will Drew For Newtown Planning & Zoning Commission Alternate
Will Drew shares with Patch why he should be elected as Newtown Planning & Zoning Commission Alternate.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Anderson, Slade, Polonio: Recent Death Notices From Brookfield
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
CTDOT Plans Pedestrian Safety Upgrades At 3 Newtown Intersections
CTDOT to upgrade crosswalks and signals at three intersections in Newtown as part of 2028 project.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
CTDOT Plans Pedestrian Safety Upgrades At 2 Southbury Intersections
CTDOT to upgrade crosswalks and signals at two intersections in Southbury as part of 2028 project.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
CTDOT Plans Pedestrian Safety Upgrades At Route 6 And Old Hawleyville Road In Bethel
CTDOT to upgrade crosswalks and signals at Route 6 and Old Hawleyville Road in Bethel as part of 2028 project.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Selectmen Approve CIP Changes, Ethics Board Appointment, And Veterans Tax Review
Newtown Selectmen updated the Capital Improvement Plan, made appointments, and discussed veterans’ tax exemption policy.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
