Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Community Rallies Around Resident Battling Rare Illness
A longtime staff member at Ridgefield schools remains hospitalized with a life-threatening neurological condition.
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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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Connecticut Strawberry Season Faces Climate, Disease Pressures
Erratic weather and disease threaten Connecticut's strawberry crop, prompting research and calls for local support to sustain farms.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
New Wellness Business To Bring Hot Yoga And Holistic Care To Wilton
Rhoswyn Wellness in Wilton will offer hot yoga, nutrition guidance, and community classes for all ages.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Volunteers Sought For Annual Lake Lillinonah Cleanup
Volunteers will gather at Lake Lillinonah on the annual "Save the Lake Day" to remove shoreline debris.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Power Outage In Brookfield Following Utility Pole Crash: PD
Traffic signals in the area are affected, and the Brookfield Police Department is urging caution by motorists.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Architect Wins Major Award
A Ridgefield architect has been honored for her leadership in sustainable design and advocacy for equity in architecture.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Plans Two-Day Juneteenth Celebration With Music, Vendors
Danbury’s two-day 2025 Juneteenth celebration includes concerts, food trucks, exhibits, and family activities.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
3 New Members Sworn In At Botsford Fire Department In Newtown
A trio of new members, including a fallen chief's brother, join Botsford Fire in Newtown.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Deer Hill Avenue Open House In Danbury This Weekend
This property in Danbury is on the market for $900K, and will be open for an open house this weekend, according to Zillow.com.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Updates 2025 Paving Schedule With Road Work Timeline
Wilton outlines 2025 road paving updates, including completed work, ongoing drainage projects, and upcoming road resurfacing plans.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Dance Seniors Take Final Bow In 'Four Seasons' Show
Two Ridgefield School of Dance seniors will perform their final ballet next month.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Tapped To Receive State Infrastructure Grant
Statewide, a total of $30 million in state grants will be doled out to complete a wide variety of infrastructure improvements.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Ridgefield|News|
Ridgefield Tapped To Receive State Infrastructure Grant
Statewide, a total of $30 million in state grants will be doled out to complete a wide variety of infrastructure improvements.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Tapped To Receive State Infrastructure Grant
Statewide, a total of $30 million in state grants will be doled out to complete a wide variety of infrastructure improvements.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Obscene Phone Calls Prompt Police Response At Newtown Schools
Newtown police responded to a series of obscene prank phone calls at multiple schools in town.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Business Sells High-Reward Ticket In Connecticut Lottery
This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Monroe Resident Wins Big In Connecticut Lottery
This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Invasive Tick Species From Asia Rapidly Spreading In CT: What To Know
The rampant species of tick is parthenogenic, which means that females can lay viable eggs without a male.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Strawberries, Fireworks, Food Trucks: CT Party Season Is In Full Swing
Strawberries, fireworks, food trucks, Greek pastries, and dogs in sunglasses — Connecticut is throwing the ultimate summer weekend party.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
Essex-Chester-Deep River, CT|News|
What's Opening In Essex, Chester & Deep River? Look At New Businesses
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Essex, Chester and Deep River from Apr. 25 through May 22, 2025.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
