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.
Send your tips, ideas and questions my way at rj.scofield@patch.com.
A Shelton man who worked as a preschool teacher and an in-home nanny was sentenced to prison this week, according to court officials.
He was one of only five Board of Education members statewide to be honored for this achievement, according to the Derby BOE.
Connecticut has several wonderful orchards and farms for picking apples.
Connecticut has several wonderful orchards and farms for picking apples.
Connecticut has several wonderful orchards and farms for picking apples.
Connecticut has several wonderful orchards and farms for picking apples.
Connecticut has several wonderful orchards and farms for picking apples.
Drivers are asked to use caution when traveling in the area at night, according to police.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
This Naugatuck property is on the market for $499,900, according to Zillow.com.
This New Canaan property is on the market for $1.649 million, according to Zillow.com.
This Trumbull property is on the market for $900,000, according to Zillow.com.
The Norwalk Police Department has announced the "officer of the month" for August 2025.
The estimated jackpot in this weekend's Powerball drawing soared even higher to $1.8 billion early Friday.
A former city official who was convicted of murder for the 2022 death of her tenant has been sentenced to prison, according to reports.
Police are asking for the public's help locating a juvenile reported missing from Naugatuck.
There have been several residential property sales in Shelton over the past week.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
The 47th annual Norwalk Oyster Festival is set to take place this weekend, featuring food, rides, live music and more for guests to enjoy.
There have been several residential property sales in Trumbull over the past week.
