Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Weston High Ranks Among CT's Top High Schools
See where Weston High School landed in U.S. News & World Report's latest ranking of the nation's best public high schools.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
- Shelton-Derby, CT
Hayleigh Evans is a Connecticut-based reporter covering breaking news, public safety and community stories in Danbury, Newtown, Bethel, Brookfield, Wilton, Weston-Redding-Easton, Southbury and Monroe. She previously reported on climate, extreme weather and public safety for The Arizona Republic within the USA Today Network. Hayleigh has also covered local government and community issues in London and focuses on clear, accurate, fact-driven reporting. She holds a master’s degree in magazine journalism from City, University of London and a bachelor's degree in English from Northeastern University.
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Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton High Ranks Among CT's Top 10 High Schools
As Wilton students head back to class for a new school year, Wilton High School earned a top-10 spot in U.S. News' latest rankings.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
New Gas Station, Convenience Store Development Proposed In Southbury
The proposal calls for redeveloping an existing property with a new market, fueling stations and additional commercial space.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
2 Drivers Hospitalized After Crash In Monroe: Fire Officials
One of the vehicles went off the road and struck a commercial sign, fire officials said.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Man Killed By Falling Rocks At Seymour Quarry: Police
A Wallingford man was operating heavy machinery when several loose rocks fell from a cliff, police said.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Nearly A Blood Moon: When To See The Deep Lunar Eclipse In CT
A deep partial lunar eclipse will darken nearly all of the full moon this week.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Southbury, CT|News|
Southbury Hopes To Look A Little More Like A Holiday Postcard This Year
The town is moving ahead with a festive new streetscape project featuring illuminated wreaths, garlands and more.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
West Nile Virus Detected In Bethel Mosquito
The Bethel Health Department collected a positive mosquito.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton Fireworks Rescheduled For September After Weather Cancellation
The town's postponed fireworks celebration will return in September.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown Police Pause Use Of Flock License Plate Readers After Resident Concerns
Police said the static license plate readers will remain non-operational while officials and residents work to "establish common ground."
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Serious Crash Closes Roads In Newtown; Police Seek Witnesses
Two roads are closed while emergency crews and investigators respond, police said.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Texas Court Slashes Nearly $50M Alex Jones Judgment In Sandy Hook Case
An appeals court reduced damages awarded to the parents of a 6-year-old killed in the Newtown school shooting.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Newtown, CT|News|
Newtown BOE Backs New 6-8 Middle School As Part Of Major Facilities Overhaul
The proposal comes as a district assessment identifies nearly $98 million in capital needs across Newtown schools over the next decade.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
Vehicle Crashes Onto Rock Wall In Weston: Fire Officials
The crash happened late Thursday night, according to the Weston Volunteer Fire Department.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Brookfield, CT|News|
Brookfield Police Ask Public To Help Identify Person In Criminal Investigation
Police said the person has a distinctive tattoo on his right forearm and asked anyone who recognizes him to come forward.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
Danbury Man Arrested On Felony Gun Charge After NY Traffic Stop: Sheriff
Deputies said they found a loaded gun inside the vehicle during a traffic stop.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Wilton, CT|News|
Wilton To Mark 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 With Memorial Ceremony
The community is invited to gather to remember those killed in the Sept. 11 attacks and honor first responders.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Milford Man Accused Of Damaging Flock Cameras Over Privacy Concerns: Police
Police said the 20-year-old admitted involvement in damaging four license plate readers.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Bethel, CT|News|
Bethel's Proposed 108-Acre Land Purchase Heads To Referendum
The property could preserve a large tract of open space and help create an interconnected network of about 20 miles of trails.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Monroe, CT|News|
Monroe Bridge Reopens Ahead Of School Year After Months-Long Closure
The bridge reopened ahead of the start of the school year and slightly ahead of the project's anticipated schedule.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
