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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Wegmans provided a media preview of its new Norwalk store, the company's first location in Connecticut, ahead of its opening this week.
The Shelton Police Department recently announced the promotions of two officers to the rank of sergeant.
While summer can be carefree and relaxing, police urge residents to safeguard themselves and their property while they are home and away.
Fire officials said an injured person was rescued from the woods at a state park in Shelton after jumping over 20 feet into a watering hole.
Town officials said a renovation of the pool is now complete and it is expected to reopen soon.
Norwalk ACTS has announced the appointment of a new chief executive officer for the Norwalk-based nonprofit.
A lemonade stand set up by a Derby family in memory of their beloved rescue dog raised over $3,000 for the Shelton Animal Shelter.
This Trumbull property is on the market for $969,000, according to Zillow.com.
This New Canaan property is on the market for $5.995 million, according to Zillow.com.
Governor Ned Lamont recently broke ground on a new train station in Naugatuck as part of major upgrades to the Waterbury branch line.
Police said two emaciated, wounded dogs were found roaming in Naugatuck, and five more malnourished dogs were found in a local man's home.
An area resident recently purchased a winning lottery ticket in Naugatuck, according to the Connecticut Lottery.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
The popular golf retailer has announced an opening date for its new Norwalk store, the company's first location in Connecticut.
A Trumbull company specializing in beer-infused baked goods and beer snacks announced it will soon close after nearly a decade in business.
New Canaan has expanded its communications outreach to include notifications about town parking, according to town officials.
An off-duty police officer rescued a person from a vehicle that caught fire after a rollover crash in Shelton, according to fire officials.
A Norwalk resident recently purchased a winning ticket at a local business, according to the Connecticut Lottery.
Police said a Norwalk man accused of sexually assaulting a 5-year-old child was recently arrested, and his bond was set at $1 million.
This Naugatuck property is on the market for $249,900, according to Zillow.com.
