The free national 'free throw' contest, sponsored by the Elks, and the town's rec department, is open to kids from 8 to 13 next Saturday.
An increase in surrenders, abandonment, neglect cases has many needing medical care, the cost of which has risen dramatically, DCAS says.
Nearly 5 years since the beloved broadcaster died, the Foundation in her memory honors 5, including Lesley Bennett, with Human Spirit Award.
Following the tragic death of husband, father, auto detail shop owner Mark Palumbo Jr. in a wrong-way crash, car show is "tribute to Mark."
A $28K award allows clinical professor of nursing Laima Karosas to teach, conduct research in Lithuania for 6 months starting January 2025.
Meet Sgt. Carney, K9 Arrow, who'll receive a temperature sensor, an essential tool for his work, made possible by generous local donations.
Launched by Branford’s MLK Heritage Foundation, 10 people of different backgrounds meet, eat, talk with a goal of "breaking down barriers."
Here's their Amazon Wish list link. Or, those who are able, drop off a bag at the Cosgrove Animal Shelter, 749 East Main St., Branford.
Dumped on East Main St., the 7 or 8-week-old very ill kitten was inside a box, wrapped in a blue sweater, Cosgrove Animal Shelter staff say.
Scammers claim they've hacked into computer, recorded owner watching illicit content, threaten to release video unless $2K Bitcoin paid: PD
What began as Mark Hally's years-long Eagle Scout project to raise money for Wreaths Across America is now smART FEST, Saturday, 10 to 3.
After 220+ days in shelter, Chip, the dog found starving, freezing last winter and since cared for at DCAS, finally has a family and a home.
You've seen this movie before. An abandoned dog rescued and cared for by staff at Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter waits months hoping for a home
Branford police looking into drone seen daily between 12-6 p.m., over past 2 weeks flying at 1,000 feet, or 900-feet higher than allowed.
Set for POW/MIA Day at 5 p.m. on the Branford Town Green, the event includes a ceremony, all CT POWs/MIAs names read aloud and then, Taps.
Taken to be euthanized because 14-year-old Blue Point Siamese Mika was "no longer wanted" a veterinarian called Cosgrove Shelter to save her
Celebrating 10 Years of Scouting
The Shoreline Elder Care Alliance's "celebration of healthy aging," featuring speaker, humorist, exhibits and more at Woodwinds in Branford.
The $6,000 represents the final installment of $30,000 in sponsorship funding from Branford Community Foundation and GSB in 2024.
She drives a passenger to JFK at 3 a.m., back home, goes to an 8-hour shift job, then next job from 4:30 to 8:30, and takes college classes.
An outstanding student and tennis team captain, he's a Community Dining Room regular volunteer who "gets things done, goes the extra mile."
"With a heavy heart," Parks & Rec director Alex Palluzzi, Jr.'s retirement letter begins, as the decades-long Branford devotee
Described as “committed, goal-driven and curious,” the track team captain mentored kids and was a volunteer at his church and soup kitchen.
Teachers and coaches credit her “drive, compassion, integrity and work ethic,” and said she, “never fails to rise up to a challenge.”
A number of non-traditional students, folks 26+, have found a friend, and benefactor, in the Branford Rotary. Here's one of their stories.
New members Kathy Andriole, Linda Erlanger and Bob Imperato have long histories of serving the greater Branford and shoreline communities.
"To celebrate the camaraderie that defines us," police create TikTok showing the faces of the department - "Inside the Box~Our Work Family."
Come explore the Jarvis Creek Farm and its panoply of both wildflowers and invasive plant species during two guided walks, July 30, Aug. 1.
The lobster, which comes in its 7-foot metal basket, is part of a series of items from the now-closed restaurant available for auction.
In mid-June, he was finally adopted, a great day for the cattle dog-English setter mix, but sadly, he was returned: "We are so sorry buddy."
The endowment is just over $3M, allowing the Foundation to invest $175K in 2023 in Branford through grants, scholarships and sponsor awards.
Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter said both dogs were found by good Sarmatians, one was exhausted, barely able to walk, and very elderly.
Libraries and Community Center serve as cooling centers, with the state Dept. of Social Services saying there are rides for folks in need.
The Branford Land Trust's Environmental Day Camp for Kids is set for Monday, Aug. 12 rain or shine, the latter kids appear to be fine with!
Cool off at Community Center, the James Blackstone Memorial Library and the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library.
The big win came on a scratch ticket, according to the Connecticut Lottery.
Gov. Ned Lamont directed the state's "Extreme Hot Weather Protocol" activated effective today through noon Sunday.
Thor, 2, waited, watched as shelter mates left with new families. Finally, the spirited cattle dog-English setter mix has been adopted.
"Last night, Thimble Island's beloved brewer, Cy, and his wife suffered a devastating loss..."
KeyBank volunteers worked with the town's Parks and Recreation employees and others on outdoor cleanup activities.