Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Crews Extinguish House Fire In Shelton: FD
Fire officials said crews extinguished a blaze that broke out at a Shelton home, during which heavy fire could be seen in back of a garage.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
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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.
I have lived in Connecticut for most of my life and love getting to share interesting local stories with readers and craft compelling features about the unsung heroes of a community.
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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Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Police Seek ID Of Man Accused Of Placing Skimmer On Register
Police are asking for help identifying a man accused of placing a skimming device on a self-checkout register at a Walmart in Naugatuck.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Republican Primary 2024 Voting: What New Canaan Residents Need To Know
The town has provided info on voting in the Aug. 13, 2024 Republican Primary for the offices of both U.S. Senator and U.S. Representative.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
West Hartford Man Killed In Head-On Crash, ID Released: Report
Police have identified three of the four people killed in a head-on crash Friday night in Waterbury, according to media reports.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Maritime Aquarium Welcomes New Golden Lion Tamarin
Harley, a 10-year-old male golden lion tamarin, can be found on the second floor of the Norwalk aquarium near the meerkats.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Town Clerk's Office Closing For Lunch For 2 Weeks
The Trumbull Town Clerk's office will be closed for lunch for the next couple of weeks. Here's what you need to know.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Milk N Cookies Opens New Location In South Norwalk
The cookie cafe and cereal bar recently opened a new location in Norwalk, bringing a wide menu of dessert options to the city's SoNo area.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Enjoy Tranquil Pond Views, Lush Landscaping In New Canaan
This New Canaan property is on the market for $1.495 million, according to Zillow.com.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Shelton Resident Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Shelton resident Kenneth A. Walsh III recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) at Kings Point, N.Y.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Woman Offered Deal in Nearly $200K Theft From Company: Report
A Norwalk woman is accused of stealing nearly $200,000 from a company in Darien. She was arrested in September 2022.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Shoplifting Leads To Discovery Of Warrants, 4 Arrests: Naugatuck PD
Police said a shoplifting reported at a Naugatuck grocery store led to the discovery of several outstanding warrants and four arrests.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Recent Norwalk Death Notices
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently passed away.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New London, CT|News|
Man Flees From Police In River, Disrupts Train Service: New London PD
Police said a man accused of assaulting a woman at a New London park tried to flee from officers by jumping into the Thames River.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Man Pleads Guilty To Unlawful Possession Of Firearm: Feds
A Norwalk man recently pleaded guilty in federal court to unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, according to court officials.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Town Planner Named International Power Breaking Champion
Town Planner Rob Librandi recently earned the title by breaking 13 concrete blocks at the World Martial Arts Championships in Florida.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut|News|
Man Struck By Lightning In Colchester, Rushed To Hospital: Report
A man was taken to the hospital after he was struck by lightning in Colchester, according to media reports.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
NY Trio Accused Of Theft From Tractor Supply Arrested: Naugatuck PD
Police said officers arrested a New York trio accused of stealing power tools and other items from a Tractor Supply store in Naugatuck.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Fire: Don't Plug Air Conditioners Into Extension Cords
As temperatures heat up, fire officials urge residents not to plug their air conditioners into extension cords or multi-plug adapters.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
New Canaan Police Offer Tips For Residents To Avoid Porch Pirates
In light of Amazon Prime days this week, New Canaan police have offered tips for residents to keep their packages safe from porch pirates.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Swimming Prohibited At Norwalk Beaches Due To 'Excessive Rainfall'
Norwalk officials said swimming is prohibited at Calf Pasture and Shady beaches following heavy rain that began Wednesday evening.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
