Check It Out: Town's New Website Up, Running

The design of the site is an interactive one that is expected to enhance citizen and government communication.

Branford Seeks Professional Development Teams to Reimagine Town Properties

Town hopes real estate development teams respond to RFP to redevelop former post office, former Canoe Brook School/Senior Center.

Town Looks to Fill Planning & Zoning, Inland Wetlands Commissions' Vacancies

Planning & Zoning has an alternate position to fill and the Inland Wetlands Commission needs one regular member, three alternates spots open

$1M Grant OK'd For Town Center Sidewalk Improvement Project: Lamont

The State Bond Commission, of which Gov. Ned Lamont is chair, approved the grant that's to be matched by $200,000 from the town.

Branford Board Of Ed Member Resigns, Board Vote To Fill Vacancy

Interested candidates are asked to attend a special BOE meeting May 14 for an interview. The Board will take a vote afterward.

408,000 Nip Bottles Sold Oct. 2024-March 2025 Nets Branford $20K

The Nickel per Nip Environmental Fee​ program, which kicked off in 2021, helps cities, towns collect, dispose of the mini booze bottles.

Comey, Lawmakers, Hold Early Childhood Care & Ed Community Discussion

Dems HB 5003 would deliver reliable funding to needy families, attract/retain child educators, create, improve current childcare facilities.

Corey Booker Speaking on America’s Moral Moment

Live: Speaking on Trump, Musk, and America’s Moral Moment on the Senate Floor | Senator Cory Booker

Head's-Up: Just Days Left To Submit Appeal To Assessment Board

Hearings for the Board of Assessment Appeals are soon to begin for real estate, personal property and motor vehicles.

Hospice In Branford Receives $25K Grant From CT Health Foundation

The funds are part of 39 grants totaling $1.4 million given to organizations and health departments around the state this quarter.

Town: Home Price Assessments Up Since 2019 Doesn't Mean Taxes Increase

As residents receive Notice of Assessment Change for real estate, "a lot of questions are being raised," the town noted. Here's answers.

Branford's Final 2024 Election Results Released

A winner has been revealed in the Robin Comey and Ray Ingraham state representative race.

Branford Election Results 2024: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here is how Branford residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, congress and their local state races.

Branford 2024 Election Results: Winners In Key Races Revealed

The polls have closed in Branford for the 2024 elections, and here are the latest updates on how local residents voted.

Town Clerk Election Update On Same Day Registration, Absentee Ballots

Branford advising residents not yet registered that they can do same day registration, with correct documents, absentee ballots accepted.

Branford 2024 Election Guide: What You Need To Know

Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Branford, including the candidates and polling places.

Town: Search Environmental Data Trove In Natural Resources Inventory

The inventory provides access to online databases on town wetlands, water resources, plant/animal habitats, geology, other natural resources

CT Patch Candidate Profile: Paul Crisci For State Senate District 12

Republican Paul Crisci tells Patch why he should be elected as the state Senator for the 12th District, which serves portions of six towns.

CT Patch Candidate Profile: Paul Crisci For State Senator

Paul Crisci shares with Patch why he should be elected to serve the 12th State Senate District.

Branford 2024 Election Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates

Here's what to know about the Nov. 5 state and federal election in Branford, including the candidates, poll locations, and early voting.

FOP Endorses District 12 State Senate GOP Candidate Paul Crisci

The 2,400 member CT State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police president Sgt. John Flynn said Republican Crisci will be a "tremendous asset."

Here's What You Need To Know About In-Person Early Voting, Branford

The state Legislature OK'd in-person early voting in 2023, so this year early voting will be for 14 days before Nov. 5 General Election.

Branford Lawmakers Applaud $153K State Grant For Library Improvements

The funds will be used to enclose the library's existing interior balcony, dividing the space into two new meeting rooms for public use.

Republican Paul Crisci Announces District 12 State Senate Candidacy

The candidate's "Project 1829 and Beyond seeks to provide support/opportunities to residents 18-29, with provisions extending up to age 34."

$700K In State Grants For Branford Land Trust, Trolley Trail Bridge

The funding is for upgrades to the bridge along the trail in Stony Creek and land trust trails' accessibility and other improvements: Gov.

RTM Dems To Finance Bd: Boost Rainy Day Fund​ Draw To Lower Tax Burden

​The Democratic majority of the Branford RTM announced a "win for Branford taxpayers with a lower tax rate of just under two percent."

Comey: 'Top Priority' Bill Funding Early Childhood Ed, Care Passes

The bill authorizes the state Bond Commission to issue bonds up to $50 million to support Connecticut's Early Childhood Education Fund.

CT Hospice Awarded $775K State Grant For Capital Improvement Project

The state’s Nonprofit Grant Program award will help fund improvements to the Connecticut Hospice's pharmacy, Gov. Ned Lamont announced.

Here's How Branford Residents Voted In 2024 Presidential Primary

Besides Donald Trump and Joe Biden, there were several names on the ballots for Branford residents to choose from.

Hurt In Drunk Driving Crash, Man Sues State Rep Robin Comey: Lawsuit

The 8-count complaint names the Branford lawmaker, charged with drunk driving among other charges, the car's owner and bar that served her.

Two Branford Elementary Schools Go Solar, Saving $248K Over 20 Years

Sun energy captured at Mary R. Tisko and Mary T. Murphy​ "aligns with town’s goals, initiatives to use renewable energy:" First Selectman.

Coffee With Comey: Join The Legislator's Listening Session Feb. 3

As the General Assembly begins its 2024 session soon, Rep. Robin Comey encourages Branford residents to lend their voices to the process.

Town Blesses $395K In ARPA Funds For 25 Branford Nonprofits

The Branford Community Foundation and the Town, who announced the funding, noted that 27 area nonprofits had applied for $580K in funding.

Branford Swears-In 1st Democratic RTM Majority In Decade

The Democratic RTM members named Tracy Everson (D-5) as the Majority Leader, the first female Majority leader in recent memory.

State Awards Branford A Share Of $11.7 M Infrastructure Grants: Lamont

The town will get the max allowed in the state-funded Community Connectivity Grant Program, $800K for Pedestrian Connectivity Improvements.

Branford Election Results 2023: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here are the vote totals for every candidate that ran in the Branford local elections on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

Branford Election Results 2023: Cosgrove To Serve Another Term

Thousands of Branford residents have cast their votes in the 2023 municipal election in a number of key races.

Rep. Robin Comey: $10K For Branford Housing Authority's Parkside II

Legislative Housing Advisory Panel approved one-time grant funding awards as part of Interest on Real Estate Brokers Trust Account: Comey

Branford 2023 Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places

Here's everything you need to know concerning the 2023 Branford local elections, including the candidates, polling places, and voting hours.

Patch Candidate Profile: Alisa Waterman, Branford RTM, District 1

Democrat Alisa Waterman, 65, shares why she's running for Branford RTM, District 1.