Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Police Recover $12,000 Stolen From Elderly Resident In Phone Scam
Investigators intercepted a cash delivery after fraudsters posed as relatives and legal officials, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
- Westport, CT
I am a veteran journalist with more than 20 years of experience covering municipal governments, education, politics and a host of other topics. I worked at The Hour newspaper in Norwalk in the early 1990s, and while working with various publications and websites in the ensuing years, I realized how much I missed the hyperlocal journalism world. I was fortunate to be hired by Patch in 2013. I am a Connecticut native who still lives in Fairfield County, and I can be reached at alfred.branch@patch.com.
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Westport|News|
Afternoon School Bus Driver Shortage Hits Westport
The school district is dealing with "a significant number of bus driver absences" on Friday, according to officials.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Firefighters Rescue Lost Hiker In Weston: Fire Officials
Police and firefighters located the lost hiker in steep terrain and assisted them to safety, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
Vehicle Slams Into Parked Cars, house In Bridgeport: Police
The crash was reported late Friday morning, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
Upcoming Open Houses In Bridgeport
Sixteen Bridgeport homes hold open houses Oct. 31-Nov. 1, from a $225,000 condo to a $725,000 three-family near Seaside Park.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Upcoming Open Houses In Fairfield
Twenty-three Fairfield homes hold open houses Oct. 31-Nov. 1, from $572,000 to $3.8 million, with four new Sterling Street townhomes.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Westport|News|
Upcoming Open Houses In Westport
Eight Westport homes hold open houses Oct. 31-Nov. 1, from $1,325,000 to a $5.5 million Saugatuck harborfront estate.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Upcoming Open Houses In Madison
Seven Madison homes hold open houses Oct. 31-Nov. 1, from $549,900 to $1,215,000, including a c. 1752 homestead.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
Bridgeport Police Seize 4 Illegal Guns, Arrest 3 In West Side Operation
Authorities target crime near Wood Park following neighborhood complaints about illegal firearms, narcotics, noise and public drinking.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Man Accused Of Stealing BMW From Fairfield Dealership: Police
The suspect was captured in Virginia, where authorities said he was clocked driving 144 mph.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Suspect Accused Of Stealing BMW From Fairfield Dealership: Police
The suspect, a Stratford resident, was captured in Virginia, where authorities said he was clocked driving 144 mph.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Westport|News|
Staples High School Announces October Students Of The Month
These students "help make Staples High School a welcoming place for their peers."
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Stink Bugs Are Moving Into Connecticut Homes Rent-Free; Here's What To Do
Stink bugs are looking for a place to spend the winter... is your home next?
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
New $12 Million Steelpointe Harbor Gas Station, Car Wash Opens In Bridgeport's East End
The new gas station, car wash and convenience store has opened at Steelpointe Harbor in Bridgeport, creating more than 30 jobs.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Westport|News|
Westport Finance Board To Consider $17.6 Million In School Building Projects, Other Capital Requests
Officials will review major facility upgrades, water line replacements, police cameras and fire equipment during next week's meeting.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Daylight Saving Time Ends: When Does The Sun Set Sunday In Connecticut?
This time of year can be precarious for deer on the nation's roadways.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Madison, CT|News|
Madison Police Warn Of Email Scam Targeting Land Use Applicants
Some residents who submitted land use applications in Madison have received fraudulent emails seeking $5,000 payments, according to police.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Police Arrest Suspect In Debit Card Fraud, Discover Fake Driver's License
Fairfield police said the suspect allegedly made a fraudulent purchase using someone else's debit card.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Bridgeport, CT|News|
2 Separate Shootings Investigated In Bridgeport, 1 Victim Critically Injured: Police
A 20-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy were injured in the two Wednesday shootings, according to authorities.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Fairfield, CT|News|
2026 Field Of Valor Scheduled By Kiwanis Club of Fairfield
At least 350 flags will be on display in Fairfield for two weeks surrounding Veterans Day.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
