Monroe, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Michael O’Reilly For Planning and Zoning Commission
Michael O’Reilly shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Monroe Planning and Zoning Commission.
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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Wilton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Matthew Raimondi For Board Of Finance
Matthew Raimondi shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Wilton Board Of Finance.
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Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield PatchCast For Sept. 19, 2025
Phone use in the classroom, new e-bike rules, weekend activities, the local Oysterfest, sports, Running Club news, and more…
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Newtown, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Laura Miller For Newtown Legislative Council, District 1
Laura Miller shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
2025 Southbury Fall Fun Guide: Haunted Houses, Apple Festivals And More
Sunny Southbury days and crisp evenings are perfect for outdoor fun. Here's where to find The Fun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
EXPECT DELAYS: Downed Utility Pole And Power Lines Snarl Traffic In Brookfield
The Brookfield Volunteer Fire Company is warning motorists away from a road closure following an accident.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
2025 Bethel Fall Fun Guide: Chicken Dinners, Bark In The Park, And More
Sunny Bethel days and crisp evenings are perfect for outdoor fun. Here's where to find The Fun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Derek Pisani For Newtown Legislative Council, District 1
Derek Pisani shares with Patch why he should be elected to a spot on Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Police Arrest Man After Yearlong Investigation Into Illegal Ghost Gun
Brookfield police arrested Robert Caselnova after a yearlong probe into an illegal fully automatic ghost gun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Fire Department Names 2025 Firefighter Of The Year
Danbury firefighter Paul Perrotti is the only member of the DFD to earn both career and volunteer firefighter honors
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Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Town Meeting Approves E-Bike Restrictions, Road Ordinance Changes & Housing Trust
Ridgefield residents backed housing, transportation and road measures during a Sept. 17 special town meeting.
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Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Selectpersons Discuss Senior Transportation Pilot, Parking Needs, And Blighted Properties
Ridgefield officials advanced a senior transportation pilot, reappointed commissioners, and addressed property and parking issues.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Automatic College Admission Program Makes It A Breeze To Get Into College In CT: Lamont
Gov. Lamont urges students to use Connecticut’s Automatic Admission Program, guaranteeing spots at 10 colleges with strong grades.
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Ridgefield|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Angela Rice For Ridgefield Board Of Education
Angela Rice shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Ridgefield Board Of Education.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Oktoberfest In Connecticut: 5 Things To Know
Oktoberfest is a relatively new tradition in North America, but it has caught on big in Connecticut…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Amybeth Laroche For Newtown Board Of Finance
Amybeth Laroche shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Newtown Board Of Finance.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Pamela Ely For Wilton Board Of Education
Pamela Ely shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Wilton Board of Education.
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Monroe, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Vida V. Stone For Monroe Town Clerk
Vida V. Stone shares with Patch why she should be elected as Monroe Town Clerk.
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Wilton, CT|News|
Patch Candidate Profile: Eric Fanwick For Wilton Board Of Finance
Eric Fanwick shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Wilton Board Of Finance.
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Brookfield, CT|News|
2025 Brookfield Fall Fun Guide: Haunted Houses, Mazes And More
Sunny Brookfield days and crisp evenings are perfect for outdoor fun. Here's where to find The Fun.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff