I'm RJ Scofield, a local Patch editor for Connecticut. I have been working in journalism since graduating from Roger Williams University with a degree in, you guessed it, journalism.
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I currently cover the following Patch communities: Norwalk, New Canaan, Trumbull, Shelton-Derby and Naugatuck.
In the past, I have also covered communities such as Greenwich, Stamford, Westport, Darien, New London, Stonington, Waterford and Groton.
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Sana's Beauty Esthetics, a health and beauty studio specializing in eyelash extensions, threading and more, recently opened at the mall.
Norwalk Public Schools will release students and staff at five schools early Wednesday in light of "extreme heat" in the forecast.
Oishi Sushi & Izakaya in South Norwalk is celebrating its 10th anniversary this fall with new owners at the helm.
A Trumbull man charged with a firearm offense was sentenced this week to 30 months in federal prison, according to court officials.
Police will increase speed and traffic enforcement in town throughout September as students return to New Canaan schools this fall.
Police are asking for the public's help identifying a person wanted in connection to a vehicle theft at a Walmart store in Naugatuck.
Trumbull Town Hall and facilities will close early Friday in honor of the Labor Day holiday.
Police recently announced the dedication of the "Officer Jesse Butwell Memorial Training Room" nearly two years after his unexpected death.
The New Canaan Fire Department recently hired two volunteers to fill vacancies, including the first woman on the department's career staff.
Three dogs were recently transferred from Naugatuck Animal Control due to a high call and intake rate at their shelter.
A man was rescued by witnesses after driving into the water at Bayley Beach in Rowayton on Sunday, according to police.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.
The city has announced major rating agencies have reaffirmed the Norwalk's "AAA" bond rating with a stable outlook.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.
A Norwalk Board of Education member recently resigned from her position, according to Norwalk Public Schools.
A new 100,000-square-foot, class-A self storage facility recently opened on Bridgeport Avenue in Shelton.
Seven residents were displaced by a fire that broke out Friday morning at a multifamily home in Norwalk, according to fire officials.
Police said the Route 8 northbound Exit 27 off-ramp will be closed nightly on the following dates as the DOT upgrades signs in the area.
Management confirmed to Patch the popular SoNo restaurant "has permanently closed."
Mayor Pete Hess has shared information regarding free use of the Naugatuck Transfer Station and other information following a recent storm.
