Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury To Host Statewide Animal Response Training Event
Danbury hosts statewide animal response training Aug. 23 to prepare volunteers to aid people and pets in emergencies.
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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Monroe, CT|News|
Monroe's Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal
New employment data numbers have just dropped for Monroe via the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel's Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal
New employment data numbers have just dropped for Bethel via the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton's Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal
New employment data numbers have just dropped for Wilton via the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield's Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal
New employment data numbers have just dropped for Brookfield via the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Police Plan A DUI Checkpont For This Weekend: Here's Where
The Danbury Police Department has advised residents of a weekend DUI checkpoint.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Southbury
There were 10 homes sold in Southbury between Aug. 14-19, with a top price of $1.1 million, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Selectmen Review Rail Trail Hearing, Road Work And Year-End Finances
Newtown Selectmen discuss rail trail crossing, road repairs, transfer station update, and year-end financial results.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Bethel
There were 10 homes sold in Bethel between Aug. 11-19, with a top price of $665K, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield's Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal
New employment data numbers have just dropped for Ridgefield via the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
ROAD ALERT: Here are The Southbury Chip Sealing Projects For 2025
The Department of Public Works and Seymour Sealing Services will be chip sealing and fog sealing the following roads beginning August 21:
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Connecticut ICE Operation Nets 65 People, Including 6 'Worst Of The Worst' In Danbury
ICE says 65 people were taken into custody in Connecticut, including gang members and offenders with serious criminal records.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Back To School: Newtown 2025-26 School Calendar
Summer is coming to a close, and parents in Newtown can mark the first day of school that is quickly approaching.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Back To School: Brookfield 2025-26 School Calendar
Summer is coming to a close, and parents in Brookfield can mark the first day of school that is quickly approaching.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Mark Twain Library To Host 64th Annual Labor Day Weekend Book Fair In Redding
The Mark Twain Library’s 64th annual book fair runs Aug. 29–Sept. 1 in Redding with 60,000 books, vinyl, games, and more.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Affinity Esports Group Acquires CT Esports Academy, Expands YMCA Partnership In Wilton
Affinity Esports acquires CT Esports Academy and expands YMCA partnership, adding new after-school and gaming programs in Wilton.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Wetlands Commission Upholds Cease-And-Desist, Reviews Pool And Tree Removal Cases
Wilton Wetlands Commission upholds cease-and-desist, reviews pool project, and approves corrective tree and clearing plans.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Trump Vows To End Mail-In Ballots: What Connecticut Voters Need To Know
Trump pledged on Truth Social that he would do away with both mail voting and voting machines. How will that impact CT residents?
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
10 Can't Miss Outdoor Events In Connecticut As Summer Winds Down
As a prescription for end-of-summer malaise, we’ve rounded up 10 things to do outside to enjoy the last bits of summer sunshine.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Reopening The Southbury Public Library Reopening 2 Months Early
Library resumes regular schedule start in September.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
