Parks, Hiking Trails Open, Playgrounds, Fields, Courts Closed

Enjoy the weather in Branford parks and trails, but playgrounds, playing fields and courts are closed as close contact cannot be avoided.

Coronavirus Branford: 'Help Out' With 'Take Out'

Branford Rotary has donated $10,000 to start HELP OUT–TAKE OUT, and hopes to quickly ramp-up the program with donations from the community.

Coronavirus: Branford Essential Small Businesses To Get Masks

The state is giving some donated surgical masks to eligible small businesses. The town of Branford will partner by helping distribute masks.

Coronavirus: Branford Schools Last Day, End-Of-School-Year Plans

The last day is June 15, whether or not there's a return to classrooms after May 20, as schools figure out graduation and other activities.

Branford Coronavirus Update: 209 Confirmed Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Latest Branford Coronavirus Update: 201 Confirmed Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Branford Coronavirus Update: 197 Active Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Branford Coronavirus Update: 181 Active Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Branford Coronavirus Update: 176 Active Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Branford Coronavirus Update: 170 Active Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Coronavirus: Branford EMS Dons Protective Gear For 911 Calls

Coronavirus concerns mean Branford's fire and EMS crews are responding to calls wearing extra protective gear.

Branford Coronavirus Update: 150 Active Cases

Here are the latest, local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Branford.

Coronavirus Branford: Dr. Henry Lee Donates Masks To Police

Famous forensic scientist Dr. Henry Lee donated boxes of surgical masks for Branford and Madison police officers.

Coronavirus Branford: Cheer Front Line Workers, First Responders

Tonight at 7 p.m., open windows, stand at front doors and bang on pots and pans and cheer on first responders and health care workers.

Coronavirus Branford: National Guard Deliver Masks, Gloves

At the Montowese Street Armory, members of the National Guard coordinated delivery of more than 150,000 respirators, masks, and gloves.

CT Coronavirus Updates: Nearly 10,000 Positive Cases, 380 Deaths

Gov. Ned Lamont said there's a 'glimmer of hope' since Fairfield County, the epicenter for the state, had one less hospitalization.

Coronavirus Branford: Lost Your Job? Apply For Food Gift Card

'If you lost your job or cannot work as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be eligible to receive a food gift card,' town says.

Coronavirus Branford Update: Follow CDC Cloth Mask Advice

People should wear a cloth that covers the mouth and nose when out in public but hospital masks should be reserved for health care workers.

CT Coronavirus Updates: Trump Says Military Help Being Sent

The total number of confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Connecticut reached 5,675 on Sunday and 189 people have died.

CT Coronavirus Updates: 19 More Deaths, 1,090 New Cases

Gov. Ned Lamont shared new details on when the surge of coronavirus cases is anticipated throughout Connecticut.

Coronavirus: CT Asking For Volunteers For Deliveries To Elderly

Volunteers, who must be 18 or older, and not at risk, are needed at food banks, and to make deliveries to the elderly and shelters and more.

Coronavirus: Big Y Disinfects, Adds Plexiglass In CT Stores

The supermarket chain with more than 30 Connecticut stores says it's doing enhanced cleaning and adding plexiglass shields at checkouts.

Branford Coronavirus Update: First Death Reported

First Selectman James Cosgrove said he is saddened to announce that a local resident has died as a result of the new coronavirus.

Coronavirus CT Update: Another Death, 469 New Cases

More than 400 Connecticut residents have been hospitalized with the new coronavirus, state officials said.

CT Coronavirus Update: 27 Deaths, 1,291 Cases

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said the state is seeing the "beginning of the surge" as hospitalizations increase.

Coronavirus Branford Update: Share Positive Thoughts Cosgove Says

First Selectman says 'during this time we also think it is important to help keep us all connected and maintain a positive outlook.'

Coronavirus Branford Update: Counseling Available By Phone

Branford Counseling and Community Services is open by phone to any Branford resident in need of mental health or social service assistance.

Branford Coronavirus Update: Senior Home Safety Program Funding

Funding for home safety improvements for seniors in Branford, Guilford, East Haven and Madison available by Shoreline Village CT.

Branford Coronavirus Updates: Building Department Online

All building permit applications will temporarily only be accepted by e-mail.

Branford Coronavirus Updates: Closings Of Parks, Rec Facilities

Branford playgrounds, outdoor sports courts, basketball, tennis, and pickle ball courts are closed effective immediately.

Branford Coronavirus Updates: Grease Trap Shutdowns

This is urgent information for food service establishment from the town's Water Pollution Control Authority.

Coronavirus Branford: 'Toughing It Out' At Caron's Corner

David Caron and sister Linda Caron Birbarie work 14 hour days and haven't had a day off in weeks as they keep their essential store open.

Coronavirus Branford: First Positive Cases, 2 Elderly Men

Two Branford residents, both men, between 63 and 70 have tested positive for COVID-19. Social distancing is a must, officials say.

Coronavirus Branford: Bright Idea: 'Porch Lights Across America'

'Millions of lights each evening across America will brighten our nights, be a beacon that our best days lie ahead,' says Nancy DeMarseilles

CT Coronavirus: 4 Million Get 'Stay Safe, Stay Home' Call, Text

Using state alert system, Gov. Lamont 'asks residents to sign up for statewide alerts to keep CT residents safe during COVID-19 emergency.'

Coronavirus Branford: Town Provides Resource Guide For Residents

The 12-page guide created by the town is packed with information for residents on the coronavirus.

Coronavirus Branford: Town Hall Closed To Public

Branford Town Hall offices are still staffed, officials said, but there's no in-person business being conducted.

Coronavirus Branford: Keep Kids Off Of Playground Equipment

Enjoy parks, beach, trails, but keep six feet between you and others. And no playground use.

Coronavirus Branford: Is Your Restaurant Doing Take-Out/Delivery?

Many local restaurants have closed completely, but not all. Many have transitioned to take-out and delivery. Who are they?

Coronavirus Branford: The Latest Updates From First Selectman

The town of Branford's latest updates on its measures to limit the exposure of residents and town staff to ​COVID-19.