Branford Parks & Rec March Family Events Include Spelling Bee, Egg Hunts

Second annual Floating Egg Hunt, annual Jeannette L. Palluzzi Memorial Spelling Bee on March 21. Robert Marston Easter Egg Hunt is March 28.

Congratulations to Branford Fire Department Firefighter/Paramedic John Masci Jr., On Promotion to Captain

BFD said Masci Jr. "consistently exceeds expectations as a firefighter, demonstrating exceptional dedication to the department's mission."

Branford Land Trust’s Winter Speaker Series: ‘Singing and Listening with Whales,' Feb. 24

With a Master’s in Musicology from University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Marie Comuzzo explores "Human and More-Than-Human Musicalities."

Obituary: Michael A. Criscuolo (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Branford Police Blotter: Feb. 3 to Feb. 10, 2026

Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Frank Joseph Gambardella obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Frank Joseph Gambardella obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

East Shore Health District Has Free Radon Air Test Kits For Branford Residents, While Supplies Last

Testing is the only way to know if your home has elevated radon levels, which tend to increase inside homes in winter.

Obituary: Manuel "Max" Ruggiero (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Branford? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms—big and small—and shows up all around Branford.

Branford Narrative Project: In Your Voice

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary

Annual Soup’s On Dinner and Soup Sale at Tabor Church Returns Sat., Feb. 21, 2026

The annual fundraiser benefits the Community Dining Room and Tabor ministries

Vista Life Innovations presents The Wedding Singer: The Musical Comedy

May 15–17, 2026 at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center in Old Saybrook, CT

'Stunning' Branford Beachfront Home Listed For Sale

This property is on the market for $999,900, according to Zillow.com.

Diapers Aren't Cheap, So The Bare Necessities' Shoreline Law Enforcement Diaper, Wipes Drive Helps

In Branford, in-person donations may be made to the Community House as the police station is under construction.

Beginning Thursday, Branford First Selectman Josh Brooks Holds Monthly 'Coffee & Conversation'

Monthly Coffee Hours: Coffee & Conversation with Josh, to be held on the first Thursday of every month at 8 a.m. at the Parthenon Diner.

Branford Fire Department's New Truck: Equipped, Certified To Provide Advanced Emergency Medical Care

A long way from July 1899, when townsfolk approved $700 for "2 hand-drawn hose carriages with appliances for use in fighting fires in town."

Branford Police Blotter: Jan. 27 to Feb. 3, 2026

Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Branford's Public Works Crews On The Roads 'Pushing Snow Back' In Some Cases, Hauling it Away

The department encouraged motorists to "use caution around plows and equipment and avoid pushing snow back onto the road:" DPW

Branford Home Declared Uninhabitable After Fire

Firefighters worked in bitter cold temperatures to extinguish a fire that left a two-family residence uninhabitable.

Family Suffers ‘Heartbreaking Loss Of Cherished Animals’ In Barn Fire: Branford FD

The owner of a beloved farm in Branford “made a heroic effort to rescue the animals” and was able to free one horse, according to officials.

'A Branford Treasure' Listed For Sale

This property in Branford is on the market for $1,750,000, according to Zillow.com.

What's Opening In Branford? A Look At New Businesses

Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Branford from Dec. 26, 2025 to Jan. 23, 2026.

1 In 3 U.S. Adults Are Lonely, 1 In 4 Have No Social, Emotional Support, Health District Offers Help

Feb. 5 on the Town Green, East Shore District Mobile Public Health Clinic Van staff offer hot cocoa and a listening ear, help, resources.

Big Lottery Prize Sold In Branford

The big win came on a scratch ticket, according to the Connecticut Lottery.

Ken Engelman Named Shoreline Chamber's Community Partner/ Hometown Hero For Branford

Engleman created Community Volunteers United, a 501c3 nonprofit "built on collaboration, creativity, and compassion​."

Kristofer Schatz obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Kristofer Schatz obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Branford Police Blotter: Jan. 20 to Jan. 27., 2026

Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Obituary: John R. DelMonico (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes

Branford Community Foundation (BCF) 2026 Annual Grant Applications Now Open!

Applications for funding are due by March 13, with a virtual grant application workshop offered on February 12, 2026

Branford Prepares For Major Winter Storm: Latest Forecast, Cancellations, How To Prepare

As significant snow, wind, and arctic temps Saturday into Monday, "the town's Emergency Operations Center is monitoring the storm closely."

Saying His Dog's His Good Luck Charm, Branford Man Wins $150K In Powerball: CT Lottery

With winning ticket bought at Wine Barrel, part of the loot will go toward getting his dog Hank a much-needed ACL surgery ... and treats.

Branford Police Lt. Corrianne Carangelo Is Harvard Alum After Completing Highly Selective, Intensive Program

Carangelo: "Collaborating with brilliant leaders to learn, share, strategize, and grow in self-awareness was humbling and deeply rewarding."

Branford Firefighters Respond To 5-Vehicle Crash Involving Dump Truck Loaded With Salt, Tow Truck

At 11 a.m., on I-95N, exits 55-56, the crash involved a tri-axle dump truck loaded with salt and a flatbed tow truck attending disabled car.

Marie (Arduino) Donghia obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Marie (Arduino) Donghia obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Blackstone Memorial Library's Elevator Out Of Commission Thursday

Just a quick heads-up for those who may need it: on Thursday, the elevator at the Blackstone Memorial Library will be out of service.

Branford Police Blotter: Jan. 13 to Jan. 20, 2026

Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

Another Arctic Spell Has Town Opening Warming Centers Through Wednesday Night

The Community House, and James Blackstone and Willoughby Wallace memorial libraries are open for specific hours.

Thimble Island Brewery Building In Industrial Park Sells For $2.4M: O,R&L Commercial

And, the 16 East Industrial Rd. building, known as the Hal Brown building, also sold for $2.4M: O,R&L Commercial​.

Branford Veteran Among 14 To Be Inducted Into CT Veterans Hall of Fame: Gov. Lamont

US Air Force veteran Thomas M. Brockett was awarded Vietnam Service, National Defense, Air Force Commendation, CT War Time Service medals.

Legacy Co-Founder Hands Over Artistic Director Role to Broadway Veteran, Branford’s Eric Santagata

Born and raised in Stony Creek, Branford, home of The Legacy Theatre, Santagata begins his role as new Legacy Artistic Director on Monday.