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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Police said the man escaped from the Sullivan County House of Corrections by throwing clothes over a fence and climbing through barbed wire.
The new immersive summer experience invites visitors to "have an unforgettable and up-close encounter" with the brightly-colored birds.
The campaign features anti-vaping stickers displayed on coffee cups and to-go bags at these New Canaan businesses.
This Shelton property is on the market for $399,000, according to Zillow.com.
A Waterbury resident recently purchased a winning ticket at an area business, according to the Connecticut Lottery.
A Norwalk middle school principal has been named the 2025–26 National Middle School Principal of the Year by NASSP.
Police said a Westport man was arrested in connection to the theft of about $86,000 in construction equipment from a site in Norwalk.
Police said a Westport man was arrested in connection to the theft of about $86,000 in construction equipment from a site in Norwalk.
Animal Control said they "have reason to believe" the dog was recently abandoned in Naugatuck and are asking for information.
Trumbull police invite the community for coffee and conversations at a local coffee shop this month.
The victim was the cousin of James McGrath, a 17-year-old Fairfield Prep student who was fatally stabbed in 2022 in Shelton.
This Trumbull property is on the market for $639,900, according to Zillow.com.
The popular chain, famous for its Nashville-style hot chicken, is set to hold a grand reopening for its newly upgraded Norwalk restaurant.
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help a Shelton High School coach "rebuild after losing everything" in a "devastating" house fire.
Iconic musician Paul Simon's daughter said she "hates" the actor and accused him of selling her childhood home, according to media reports.
He served the department in a variety of roles throughout his career, including field training officer and bicycle officer.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
The new location will feature a reimagined store layout, new store logo and other exciting updates, according to the company.
McGrath, a 17-year-old Fairfield student, was fatally stabbed outside a house party in Shelton in May 2022, according to police.
