Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
An Inviting Home With A Propane Fireplace In Shelton
This Shelton property is on the market for $469,000, according to Zillow.com.
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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Trumbull, CT|News|
A Picturesque Home In A Sought-After Area Of Trumbull
This Trumbull property is on the market for $600,000, according to Zillow.com.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
2 Walmart Employees Arrested After Altercation With Customers: Police
Police said one employee is accused of punching a customer in the head and the other is accused of ridiculing a customer with a disability.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Car Wash, Limousine Service Among New Businesses Opening In Trumbull
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Trumbull from July 27 through Aug. 24, 2025.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Florist, Auto Repair Shop Among New Businesses Opening In Shelton-Derby
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Shelton and Derby from July 27 through Aug. 24, 2025.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Book Store, Janitorial Service Among New Businesses Opening In Naugatuck
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Naugatuck from July 27 through Aug. 24, 2025.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
Painting Contractor, Design Service Among New Businesses Opening In New Canaan
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in New Canaan from July 27 through Aug. 24, 2025.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Beloved Norwalk Common Council Member Dies, Mourned By City
The city has announced the death of a beloved Common Council at-large member who held many other positions as a local elected official.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Missing Norwalk Juvenile Found: UPDATE
A juvenile reported missing from Norwalk has been found, according to police.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Police Officer Struck By Vehicle In Trumbull: PD
Police said an officer was struck by a vehicle while conducting traffic control in Trumbull.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
New Canaan Home Offers Unparalleled Luxury, Contemporary Comfort
This New Canaan property is on the market for $3.995 million, according to Zillow.com.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Labor Day Garbage, Recycling Collection Schedule Announced For Norwalk
The city has announced the garbage and recycling schedule for the week of Labor Day, which falls on Sept. 1, 2025, this year.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
Naugatuck Welcomes Students Back To School For First Day Of Classes
Naugatuck students have officially returned to school for the 2025-2026 academic year. Here's how the first day of classes went.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Signs Up For New Donut Shop In Shelton
Signs have gone up for a new donut shop at a small shopping center in Shelton, replacing another donut shop that recently closed.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Arts Festival 2025 To Be Held In September
The annual Trumbull Arts Festival draws artists and crafters from around the state and features live music, food trucks and more.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Unconscious 1-Year-Old Left Unattended In Kiddie Pool Saved By Norwalk Police Officer, Mother Charged: PD
Police said the mother of a 1-year-old child found unconscious after being left unattended in a kiddie pool was arrested this week.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Trumbull, CT|News|
Trumbull Welcomes Students Back To School For First Day Of Classes
Trumbull students have officially returned to school for the 2025-2026 academic year. Here's how the first day of classes went.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
New Canaan, CT|News|
New Canaan Welcomes Students Back To School For First Day Of Classes
New Canaan students have officially returned to school for the 2025-2026 academic year. Here's how the first day of classes went.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Naugatuck, CT|News|
DUI Checkpoint Announced For Naugatuck: Police
Police have announced a DUI checkpoint scheduled to take place this week in Naugatuck.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Wethersfield, CT|News|
Layoffs Announced For Company's Wethersfield Facility: WARN Notice
The company announced this week "permanent layoffs" are planned for its three offices in Connecticut, with nearly 80 employees affected.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
