Across Connecticut, CT|News|
1 University In CT Ranked Among Top 10 Worldwide, US News Says
The publication's "Best Global Universities" list includes schools from more than 100 countries.
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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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield University Establishes Mental Health Research Fund With $100,000 Gift
Endowment honors Kevin Kuczo and supports student awards and psychology research at Fairfield University.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
The Sourdough Is Always Fresh At Flour Water Salt Bread In Fairfield
The new store, in the Brick Walk at 1215 Post Road, is the chain's fourth Fairfield County location.
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Madison, CT|News|
Annual Clam Dig In Madison Set For This Weekend
The popular event will be held at Garvan Point.
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Westport|News|
Westport Museum To Host Walking Tours In Honor Of Juneteenth
The free tours will explore the "powerful, untold stories of Westport’s African American community."
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Speed Cameras To Continue Enforcement In School Zones This Summer
School-zone cameras will monitor posted speed limits through the summer, according to authorities.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Bridgeport
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Bridgeport.
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Westport|News|
Westport Public Schools Names New Supervisor Of Health Services
She was selected following an extensive search process.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Athleto Opens New Pilates Studio In Fairfield
Fairfield is the studio's second Fairfield County location.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
'Turnkey Two-Family Home' For Sale In Fairfield
Currently, combined rents for the two units total $4,650.
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Westport|News|
Westport Conservation Commission To Review 4-Lot Subdivision, New Home Proposal
The commission is scheduled to hold the public hearing this week.
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Westport|News|
Westport Finance Board To Review Multimillion-Dollar Purchase of Highway Dump Trucks
The Westport Department of Public Works is looking to buy several new dump trucks, according to officials.
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Madison, CT|News|
Madison Town Offices Closed 1 Day This Week
But before the closure, there is a slate of government meetings.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Bridgeport City Hall Closed Due To Power Outage: Mayor
The power outage was reported Monday morning.
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Madison, CT|News|
Madison Artist & Resident Donates Public Mural To Be Unveiled At Surf Club
The large Madison mural will be unveiled this month as part of America 250 and Madison 200 celebrations.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Firefighters Battle 2-Alarm Blaze In Bridgeport: Fire Officials
The fire was reported Monday morning, according to authorities.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Gunfire Erupts In Bridgeport Neighborhood, Cops Say
At least 48 rounds of gunfire were reported, according to authorities.
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Bridgeport, CT|News|
Motorcyclist Pinned Under Vehicle, Injured In Bridgeport Crash: Police
The crash occurred Saturday night, according to authorities.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Fairfield Chamber To Honor Five Recipients At 80th Annual Awards Dinner
The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce will recognize five businesses, organizations and individuals at its annual awards dinner this month.
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Fairfield, CT|News|
Police Arrest NY Man Suspected Of Multiple Burglaries In Fairfield
The burglaries occurred in 2022, according to authorities.
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