Southbury, CT|News|
Southbury Public Library Announces Children's And Teen Programs For September 2025
The Southbury Public Library Youth Services department announces its event list for September 2025 for children and teens.
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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Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Planning & Zoning Continues Hearing On Proposed Senior Housing Development
Newtown P&Z continued a hearing on plans for senior housing on Cold Spring Rd, drawing sharp debate over zoning, traffic and aquifer impact.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
ROAR To Celebrate 25 Years Of Animal Rescue At Ridgefield Gala
ROAR in Ridgefield will mark 25 years with a gala at Silver Spring Country Club
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|News|
HGTV Picks A Must-See Connecticut Stop For Labor Day Weekend Travelers
HGTV editors spotlight a unique Connecticut destination as a top roadside stop for your Labor Day weekend trip.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Car Crashes Into Newtown Restaurant, 1 Person Extricated By Firefighters
Newtown firefighters rescued a person trapped after a vehicle crashed into a building Tuesday morning.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Fairs, Food, and Festivals: Here’s What’s Happening Across Connecticut This Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend — the unofficial "end of summer" — is here, and Connecticut is going out with a bang.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Computer Consultant Among New Businesses Opening In Brookfield
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Brookfield from July 27 through Aug. 24.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Woman Faces Charges After Breach Of Peace Complaint At Wilton School
A Ridgefield woman charged after breach of peace call at Wilton school; faces two probation violation counts.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Equips School Buses With Stop-Arm Cameras To Deter Illegal Passing
Danbury is adding stop-arm cameras to all school buses to curb illegal passing and improve student safety.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Hospital Simulation Center Earns National Accreditation
Danbury Hospital’s simulation center has received national accreditation, boosting surgical education and patient safety.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Police Reports: Teen Disturbance, Flag Damage, DUI Cases, Collisions And More
From DUI charges to minor crashes and a flag vandalism probe, here’s a roundup of recent police activity in Newtown.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Woman Faces Charges After Breach Of Peace Complaint At Wilton School
A woman charged after breach of peace call at Wilton school; faces two probation violation counts.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Police Identity Suspect In Lake Avenue Shooting
Danbury police have identified a suspect in the Lake Avenue shooting last week.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
$750M Powerball Jackpot, 10th-Largest In History: Where To Buy Tickets In CT
The estimated $750 million jackpot in Monday’s Powerball drawing is fueling ticket sales in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Here Are The 5 Best Colleges In Connecticut, According To Niche's New Report
More than 4,000 U.S. colleges and universities were ranked in the 2026 Best Colleges in America, and here are the Top 5 in Connecticut.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Trump Halts $1.5B Revolution Wind Project; Lamont Vows To Fight For Offshore Energy Future
Trump halts Revolution Wind project off CT and RI coasts; Lamont vows to push ahead with offshore energy.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
What's Opening In Weston, Redding & Easton? A Look At New Businesses
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Weston, Redding and Easton from July 27 through Aug. 24, 2025.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Southbury Public Library Presents 'American Palaces: The Grandeur Of Biltmore And Vizcaya'
Like all Southbury Public Library programs, this program is free to attend and open to anyone regardless of town of residency.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
'Fabulous Farmhouse' Now On The Market In Ridgefield
This property in Ridgefield is on the market for $889K, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Aug. 22 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter
School Buses, Energy Credits Expiring, Wildcat Basketball Car Wash, Yoga Among The Sculptures, Charter Revision and more Bethel news…
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
