Hope For 'Hope'; Local Resident a Billionaire; Police Arrest Logs: Branford News

There was plenty of news across your town over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here’s a roundup of some of the top stories. Contribute your own content to Patch by signing up for an account and clicking the “Post on Patch” button at the top right of the site.

Severely Abused Dog Makes 'Miraculous Recovery': Shelter Staff

The story of 'Hope' has gone international as the dog was a day or two away from death, animal shelter staff have said.

Meet Connecticut's 17 Billionaires For 2017 Including a Branford Resident

Forbes' 2017 list features a record-number of billionaires, including growth in Connecticut's number of 10-figure earners.

Branford Police Arrests Including Stalking and Drug Charges

All of the information is provided by the Police Department and all charges are allegations at this time.

Branford Baseball Star Mike Olt, And His Mother, Make A Comeback: Report

Beverly Olt suffered a brain aneurysm last year.

Medical Marijuana Dispensary in Branford Signs 10-Year Lease Agreement

The lease is for more than 3,700-square-feet of space.

Branford Police Arrests Include Narcotics and Assault Charges

All of the information is provided by the Police Department and all charges are allegations at this time.

Initial Branford Budget Request Increases Spending By 6.2 Percent

The budget is likely to change before a final version is adopted in May, and also looming is Malloy's budget cuts at the state level.

Branford Wow House: 'Heaven on Earth' Awaits

"Enjoy views of passing boats from your deck as well as the abundant wildlife found along the shoreline," Realtor.com says.

Branford Jazz Concert Series, Stony Creek Brewery Present Jay Rowe Trio

Tickets are $25 a person and include a pint glass and your first beer. Read on for details.

Branford Athletes Named to All-SCC Winter Sports Teams

The SCC unveils its All-Conference Teams for the 2016-17 winter sports season.