Branford Community Gardens Launches First-Ever 'Adopt-a-Plot' Sponsorship Program

Adopt-a-plot supports Seed, Weed, and Feed that produces organic vegetables donated to the Branford Food Pantry, Community Dining Room.

Local Branford Studio Highlights “Craft Therapy” for Mental Health Awareness Month

By Tina Strell

Rt 146 Milling, Resurfacing Set to Begin Monday Through Next Friday, May 8: CT DOT

Tilcon will be milling and resurfacing a 0.73-mile segment of Route 146 in Branford from Ninth Ave to Spring Rock Road.

Branford Public Schools Receives National Recognition for Championing Music Education 2 Consecutive Years

"Our music educators continually push themselves to improve and grow the music curriculum and experiences in Branford:" BHS Choir Director.

Obituary: John D. Vanacore, Sr. (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Branford Police Blotter: April 21 to April 28, 2026

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

Barbara (Juliano) Giordano obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Barbara (Juliano) Giordano obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Celebrating its 75th Year, Branford Lions Invite All to 'Roaring Twenties' Anniversary Gala May 20

The anniversary event is open to all and especially to any former Lion or anyone positively impacted by the services of the Lions.

With Homeland Security Tip-Off, Police Charge Man With Scores of Firearm Offenses, Ammo-Making Material: PD

An arsenal: 39 firearms; 3 assault weapons, 28 long guns, 8 handguns, sawed-off shotgun, 100s rounds ammo, body armor, plus drugs: PD

Obituary: Robert L. DeFrancesco (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Branford Land Trust Annual Mother’s Day Weekend Bird Walks Set For May 10, 11

Local birder Chris Woerner will lead these popular walks along the Stony Creek Trolley Trail and into the Land Trust’s Vedder property.

Obituary: James L. Seminovich (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Obituary: Richard E. Peck (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter's Animal Camp For Kids Ages 4 to 10 Begins June 22

Camp is an interactive, hands-on animal program where kids learn about all types of animals: insects to amphibians, canines to fowl.

With Shoreline Greenway Trail, Stroll the Stony Creek Trolley Trail Saturday

During the walk, plans for protecting, and future improvements, of the historic iron bridge will be discussed: Shoreline Greenway Trail.

Obituary: Patricia E. Higgins (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

'Friends' Don't Let 'Friends' Dance Alone: Friends Of Farm River & Estuary Dance Fundraiser Set For May 9

Make a positive impact, one dance step at a time: Support the non-profit working to "restore ecological health and abundance to the river."

Branford Police Blotter: April 14 to April 21, 2026

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

Obituary: Carol C. DeBiase (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

State Transportation Department Set To Install Wrong-Way Detection Systems At Branford I-95 Exit Wednesday

The installation at Exit 55 northbound and southbound ramps is set from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., according to police and the DOT.

Big Lottery Prize Sold In Branford

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

Wildly Successful Branford Rotary Restaurant Fundraiser Braffle Is Back With 'Absurd' Prizes,

With $260K raised in the quick-to-sell-out raffle, the top prize is $5,500 in gift cards to each of 55 Branford restaurants.

Large Truck Fire In Branford, Fire Officials Say

The large truck fire was reported on an exit off-ramp.

Obituary: Pasquale F. "Pat" Perrelli (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Person With Medical Condition, 2 Others Trapped In Elevator Rescued By Branford Firefighters: FD

Fire officials said three people trapped in an elevator, including one with a medical condition, were rescued by Branford firefighters.

Dolores (Cerqua) Fantarella obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Dolores (Cerqua) Fantarella obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Obituary: Joseph W. LaPierre (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

A Stylish Afternoon of Tea, Art, and Vintage Romance At Branford Arts and Cultural Alliance Sunday

Are you looking for a charming way to spend a spring afternoon? BACA has just the thing.

Obituary: John R. Anthony (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

Branford Police Blotter: April 7, to April 14, 2026

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

Branford Land Trust Speaker Series Continues With 'Raising Our Future Ancestors'

April 28 presentation, interactive discussion at Blackstone Library with Maggie Gotterer and Ben DiNoia of Two Coyotes Wilderness School.

Brunch, Like Breakfast, But Better: Eli’s Restaurant Group Debuts Branford Eatery Sunday Brunch Service

Eli’s brunch offers breakfast classics with cheeky twists, like The Hangover, Part V, and clever cocktails, like Sip Me Baby One More Time.

Obituary: Arthur N. Sandella Sr. (Porto Funeral Homes)

Porto Funeral Homes (East Haven/West Haven)

John Peter Mitchell obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

John Peter Mitchell obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

In Its 9th Year, Knights of St. Patrick Tommy Sullivan 5K Race Steps Off April 19 in Branford

Runners, walkers, and dogs will follow a course that's a combination of road and trail on Chestnut Street and scenic Branford Supply Pond.

Job Fair For High Schoolers Set For April 16 At Blackstone Memorial Library

Among the employers at the job fair are the Town of Branford, Evergreen Woods, Stop & Shop, Serve & Smash, Connex, the YMCA, and others.

Help Wanted: Town Seeks Senior Accountant, Part-Time Fire Department Mechanic, Seasonal Public Works Posts

The part-time mechanic post pays $39K a year. The full-time senior accountant position in the Finance Department pays $72K to $8K annually.

Spring Into Sports: Where To Sign Up And Play In Branford

Programs across Branford are offering opportunities for all ages to get out and play this season.

Branford Police Blotter: March 31 to April 7, 2026

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

Big Lottery Prize Sold In Branford

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