Branford Election 2021: Donna Laich Running For RTM District 7

Candidate Profile: Democrat Donna Laich shares with Patch her views and why she's running for Branford RTM District 7.

Branford Election 2021 Thomas Brockett Running For 1st Selectman

Candidate Profile: Democrat Thomas Brockett shares with Patch his views and why he's running for Branford First Selectman.

Branford Election 2021: Raymond Dunbar Running For 2nd Selectman

Candidate Profile: Democrat Raymond E. Dunbar shares with Patch his views and why he's running for Branford 2nd Selectmen.

Branford Election 2021: Roberta Gill-Brooks For Tax Collector

Candidate Profile: Democrat Roberta Gill-Brooks shared her views with Patch about why she's running for reelection to Tax Collector office.

Branford Election 2021 Profile: Nancy McCormack Running For RTM

Candidate Profile: Democrat Nancy McCormack shares with Patch her views and why she's running for RTM member, 6th District.

Branford Election 2021: Kevin Coughlin For RTM District 1

Candidate Profile: Democrat Kevin Coughlin shares with Patch his views and why he's running for RTM District 1.

Branford Election 2021: Chuck Tiernan Running For RTM, Constable

Candidate Profile: Democrat Chuck Tiernan shared his views with Patch about why he's running for RTM, 7th District, and for Town Constable.

Branford Election 2021: Brett Joly Running For Board Of Education

Candidate Profile: Democrat Brett Joly shares with Patch his views and why he's running for the Board of Education.

Rental Arrears On Rise In New Haven County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 New Haven County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Rep. Sean Scanlon Gets National '20 Under 40' Leadership Award

The Council of State Governments' honor highlights the "outstanding work" of "up-and-coming" elected or appointed officials across the U.S.

Branford-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In July: Feds

The New Haven County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the summer.

Branford-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Branford Restaurant's Liquor License Suspended For One Day

The Main Street restaurant paid a $500 fine for refusing to cooperate with an enforcement agency. Its license will be suspended on Aug. 30.

Board of Education Nominees Are Branford Parents, Teachers

The nominees hold advanced education and social work degrees, have experience working with children, and have kids in Branford schools.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In New Haven County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Branford residents.

Meet The DTC-Endorsed Municipal Election Candidates

The Democratic Town Committee's picks for the Nov. 2 municipal election have a combined decades of experience serving the town.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In New Haven County

Many in the Branford area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Route 146 'Management Plan' Would Protect Treasured Road: Scanlon

"When I tell people I feel so lucky to have grown up here & they ask why I tell them to take a drive on 146 & they get it," state rep says.

Branford Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in New Haven County is higher than the Connecticut average.

New Haven County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Branford area compares to Connecticut and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Cohen's 6-Town District Gets $1.2M More In State Aid In CT Budget

State Sen. Christine Cohen said the biennial budget invests in education, towns and non-profit social service providers with "no tax hikes."

Branford Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

New Haven County's unemployment rate is higher than the Connecticut average.

Cohen Votes 'No' On Legal Marijuana Bill That Passed CT Senate

The Democrat state senator who represents Branford voted 'no' on a bill that will make pot legal for recreational use by adults. Here's why.

Admonished For Drinking At Capitol, Branford Lawmaker Apologizes

Rep. Robin Comey struggled to speak on the House floor. She blamed anxiety, exhaustion and wine at dinner, adding it was atypical behavior.

Branford I-95 Service Plaza McDonald's Workers Strike

Dozens of Branford McDonald's workers walked the line demanding union representation, better wages, pandemic hazard pay, and benefits.

Broadband Speed In Branford Area: See Local Data

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Federal Tax Refunds In New Haven County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in New Haven County.

Branford Teachers To Get 8.3% In Raises Over 3 Years: Report

After a lengthy debate, and by a narrow margin, the Branford RTM approved a three-year teacher contract, the New Haven Register reported.

Not Quite A Christmas Gift But Still Good News: Taxes Deferred

The tax deferment program, created to help folks impacted by the pandemic, gives taxpayers until April 1, 2021 to pay the Jan. 1, 2021 bill.

Branford 2020 Presidential Election: Trump's Vote Down From 2016

Did Trump get more support in Branford in 2020 than 2016? See the vote totals here.

2020 Election: Branford Vote Totals In Every Race

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

2020 Election For 102nd CT House District: Comey Wins Reelection

Incumbent Democrat Robin Comey bested Republican challenger Marc Riccio by 15% points in Tuesday's election.

Branford Election: How Did Voting Go For You?

Election Day is finally here and Patch wants to know if you experienced any issues voting in Branford.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Branford

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Branford from voting.

Voting Begins In Branford: Everything You Need To Know

The polls are now open in Branford. Here’s everything you need to know about the candidates and where to vote.

Election Day In Branford: When, Where To Vote

Branford residents head to the polls on Nov. 3 to vote for president, congress and several local, state races.

Election 2020: Branford Voter Guide

Here's everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Branford for the election Nov. 3.

Candidate Profile: Robin Comey, House District 102

Democrat Robin Comey shares with Patch why she should be reelected to represent Branford in the 102nd district.

Voters Should Double-Check As Some Polling Locations Are Changed

Election Day registration in Branford will be in the Multipurpose Room at the Community House. Polls are open Nov. 3 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Candidate Profile: Marc Riccio, 102nd District

Marc Riccio shares with Patch why he should be elected to the state House of Representatives to represent Branford.