Divided Southington Council Rejects Massive Grant To Hire More Firefighters

Citing long-term costs, the town council rejected a large FEMA grant to hire 12 firefighters, prompting criticism from fire officials.

Southington Open Houses Oct. 17-18: A 6-Decade Family Cape, A Backyard Retreat And 4 More

Six Southington homes hold open houses Oct. 17-18, priced from $349,900 to $699,000, including a Cape with one family for 60-plus years.

Patch Candidate Profile: State Sen. Robert C. Sampson For 16th State Senate

The Republican shares why he should be re-elected. The 16th Senate includes Southington, Wolcott, Prospect, Cheshire, and part of Waterbury.

🌱 Patch AM: 4 Dogs Found In Southington; Town Seeks Help Finding Owners

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4 Dogs Found In Southington; Town Seeks Help Finding Owners

Southington Animal Control said Tuesday it is seeking the owners of four dogs found recently on local streets.

Southington Weekend Guide: The Billy Joel And Elton John Experience

The Southington Lions Club presents a Billy Joel and Elton John tribute concert Saturday night at DePaolo Middle School.

Patch Candidate Profile: Jack Perry For 16th State Senate

The Democrat shares why he should be elected. The 16th Senate includes Southington, Wolcott, Prospect, Cheshire, and part of Waterbury.

🌱 Patch AM: How a wrong-way scare near Exit 30 ended without injuries

Coming up on the Southington Patch calendar: Online Estate Auction - Bidding Starts 10/13 Through 10/20 - Starts Closing 10/20 at 7pm

Southington Firefighters Union Defends $3.03M Grant Ahead Of Crucial Council Vote

The Southington Town Council will vote Tuesday on a $3.03 million federal grant to hire 12 firefighters amid debate over future costs.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Southington This Fall — And How To Carve Them

There are plenty of places to get those Halloween pumpkins, with several ways to turn them into iconic seasonal decorations.

🌱 Patch AM: How Southington’s 5-0 Blue Knights climbed New England’s top rankings

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5 Things To Know In Southington: E-Bike Ordinance Hearing, $86.7M School Referendum, Leaf Pickup And More

Southington's council holds an e-bike ordinance hearing, an $86.7M school referendum is set, and Plantsville hosts Halloween.

Meet Southington's Candidates Courtesy of Local Chamber

Candidates for five state legislative seats serving Southington are invited to an Oct. 13 public forum at the town library.

🌱 Patch AM: Southington police seek more information after manslaughter arrest in teen’s death.

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Obituary: Vera Mathews (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (West Haven/East Haven)

🌱 Patch AM: Woman, 21, Charged In Drug Death Of Southington Teen: Police

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Obituary: Michael A. Cifarelli (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (West Haven/East Haven)

Woman, 21, Charged In Drug Death Of Southington Teen: Police

The 18-year-old died in Southington in April 2025 after taking a dangerous mix of methamphetamine and benzodiazepines, police said.

Patch Candidate Profile: Gale Mastrofrancesco For 80th State House

The Wolcott Republican shares why she should be re-elected. The 80th House is composed of parts of Southington and Wolcott.

🌱 Patch AM: Southington spirits auction house turns October sales into cancer research aid

Happening soon: Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post 7666 on the Southington Patch calendar

Southington Lions Club Hosting “The Billy Joel and Elton John Experience”

Help the Lions. Help the community

Southington Water Main Cleaning Could Affect Dozens Of Streets This Week

Southington's water main cleaning program could cause temporary discoloration on dozens of streets through Oct. 10.

Free Coats, Accessories Available At Special Southington Shop

Southington's 'Operation Stay Warm' shop is offering free new and gently worn winter coats and accessories through Oct. 17.

Patch Candidate Profile: Cheryl Hilton For 80th State House

The Southington Democrat shares why she should be elected. The 80th House is composed of parts of Southington and Wolcott.

🌱 Patch AM: Plantsville Spirits Auction House Pledges Donations To Breast Cancer Research

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Plantsville Spirits Auction House Pledges Donations To Breast Cancer Research

Good Bottle Auctions will donate $1 for every bottle consigned in October to a breast cancer foundation.

Employee Crushed In Workplace Accident In Southington: FD

A patient was hospitalized after suffering crush injuries involving a vehicle at a local business operation.

Southington Weekend Guide: Apple Harvest Festival's Final Weekend, Victorian Mourning Tours And Karaoke

The Apple Harvest Festival wraps up on the Town Green, the Barnes Museum offers Victorian funeral tours, and Witchdoctor hosts karaoke.

Fuel Costs: The Cheapest, Most Expensive Places To Get Gas In Southington

Southington drivers are paying about $4.44 a gallon, compared with $4.45 statewide and $4.35 nationally.

Taco Truck Coming To Southington To Support Bread For Life's Cause

The Paki Taco food truck will visit Bread for Life in Southington on Oct. 8, serving the public after providing lunch to guests.

Hidden Blaze: Southington Firefighters Battle Fire In Home's Walls: SFD

A reported odor led firefighters to discover a structure fire spreading through the walls and attic of a Summer Street home on Monday.

Absentee Ballots In Southington, What You Need To Know

Southington voters can now obtain absentee ballots for the Nov. 3 election, with completed ballots due by 8 p.m. Election Day.

'The Christmas House Co.' Among 49 New Southington Businesses Registered In September

The Christmas House Co., a public adjuster, and a bakery are among 49 new Southington businesses registered in September.

Southington Police Logs: Sept. 15 to Sept. 28, 2026

All information is provided by the Southington Police Department. Charges are allegations, not convictions.

Dogs, E-Bikes, Scooters And Skateboards Banned At Apple Harvest Fest: Southington PD

Southington police remind Apple Harvest Festival visitors that dogs, bikes, scooters and skateboards are banned in closed event areas.

Southington Warns Delinquent Taxpayers Of Collection Fees, Potential Tax Sales

Southington says delinquent tax and sewer accounts could face collections or tax sales as the town prepares November demand notices.

Southington FD Celebrates Massive Grant, But Town Council Has Final Say

Southington received a $3.03 million FEMA SAFER grant to help hire 12 firefighters, pending Town Council review and acceptance.

Expanded Museum Exhibit Highlights Southington's Early Families, Immigrant History

A free Southington Historical Society exhibit will explore West Street School and local families from 1750 through 1945.

Southington Apple Harvest Festival Returns (Fritters Too); Here's What To Know

Southington's 57th Apple Harvest Festival runs Oct. 2-4 and Oct. 9-11 with food, entertainment, vendors, and family activities. (It's free)

Apple Harvest Road Races Return To Southington Sunday

Southington's 46th Apple Harvest Road Races return Oct. 4 with a 5-mile race, 5K, health walk and children's races.