Republican Rich DiNardo Is Now In The Race For 98th District Rep Seat

An attorney and businessman, DiNardo's running as the GOP candidate for the 98th, which covers most of Guilford and part of Branford.

Ahead Of Hearing, Scanlon Blasts 20% Insurance Rate Increase Request

Dem Rep. Sean Scanlon said the 20%+ rate hike would, “unjustifiably force countless CT families to give up their vital health coverage."

Moira Rader Clinches Democrat Primary 98th District State Rep Race

Here are the results from the Democrat primary election for the 98th district, covering most of Guilford and parts of Branford.

Tuesday's Democrat Primary Determines Candidate For 98th District Seat

Moira Rader, vice chair of the Guilford BOE and progressive democrat Andy Gottlieb face off in the Guilford and Branford primary election.

Ethics Code Amended To Ensure 'Public Trust' In Town All Officials

The Board of Ethics revised its Code of Ethics to "amplify and expand the high ethical standards expected of Guilford public officials."

Cohen Blasts SCOTUS' West Virginia v. EPA Decision As 'Catastrophic'

Calling it "another blow" by an "activist Supreme Court," Cohen said it means the EPA doesn't have the power to protect the environment.

Guilford's Transfer Station Tipping Fee Goes Up Aug. 1

Starting Aug. 1, the fee for disposal of trash and bulky waste at the Guilford Transfer Station will increase from $7 to $9 per 100 pounds.

Legislators Cohen, Scanlon Hold 'Town Hall' Community Meeting Monday

State Sen. Christine Cohen will be joined by state Rep. Sean Scanlon for a town hall meeting at Jacobs Beach at 6 p.m., if weather permits.

Guilford, North Branford Reps Laud US House Passage Of Its Ethan's Law

Rep. Sean Scanlon, D-Guilford and Rep. Vincent Candelora, R-North Branford, co-authored Ethan's Law after death of 15-year-old Ethan Song.

UPDATE: New Public Safety Training Center Installation Underway

The training center containers have arrived at the Church Street Public Safety Complex for first responder training.

Candelora, Who Represents Part Of Guilford, Gets GOP Reelection Nod

District 86 State Rep. Vincent Candelora, 52, also CT General Assembly Minority Leader, is currently serving his eighth 2-year term.

98th District Democrats Endorse Rader In State Representative Bid

Current vice chair of the Board of Education, Moira Rader's running to represent the district that includes Guilford and parts of Branford.

Cohen Helps Lead Passage Of CT Clean Air Act In State Senate

The proposed act is "public policy designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and push Connecticut toward a greener and healthier future."

Senate Bill Calls For Single-Use 'Styrofoam' Ban In Schools, Eateries

A 2015 report found that about 12K tons of food-grade Styrofoam, not even including waste from schools, ends up in CT landfills every year.

Cohen Helps Pass Bill Requiring Herbicide Info Near Lakes And Ponds

The rule requires anyone applying pesticides or herbicides to a lake or pond to personally inform every abutting property owner or tenant.

Guilford Voters OK 2022-2023 $110M Budget, 2 Bond Questions

With a 12% voter turnout at Tuesday's referendum, the $109,913,544 budget passed as did bond questions for open space and infrastructure.

Guilford Democrat Rader Running For 98th Dist. State Rep Seat

Guilford's Board of Ed vice-chair hopes to win the seat soon to be vacated by Rep. Sean Scanlon, who launched his bid for State Comptroller.

State Rep. Sean Scanlon Makes State Comptroller Bid Official

The lawmaker who represents Guilford and Branford said he's "always had one goal: fight like hell for families and anyone who needs help."

Not A Slam Dunk? B-Ball Courts May Be Moved For Storage Facility

Some residents are upset that the courts near the police station may soon be gone to make way for an emergency services storage facility.

Public Meeting Set On Town's Affordable Housing Plan, Due June 1

Guilford's Affordable Housing Plan is due to the state in three months. A public meeting will be held via Zoom, March 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Lamont Taps Guilford Attorney To Serve As Superior Court Judge

Gonzalez graduated from Quinnipiac University and earned a Juris Doctor from Quinnipiac School of Law and was a CT Assistant U.S. Attorney.

Economic Development Grant Program Helps Businesses Spruce Up

The $1,000 Property Enhancement Grants are "strategic investments to enhance the economic vibrancy" of the town, according to the EDC.

Sen. Cohen Named CT Coordinator For National Environmental Group

The National Caucus of Environmental Legislators named the Democratic state senator from Guilford as its 2022 Connecticut 'State Lead.'

Moira Rader Launches Exploratory State Representative Campaign

The Board of Education member will look at a possible run for state rep for the 98th district, which includes parts of Guilford, Branford.

Guilford-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Figures

The New Haven County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

In Newly Rewritten 12th Senate District, Cohen Seeks Reelection

Per state Sen. Christine Cohen's campaign, should she be reelected to the 12th senate district, she'll also serve parts of East Haven.

Guilford-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Figures

The New Haven County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Cohen Named 'Legislative Champion' For Environmental Policy Work

State Sen. Christine Cohen, D-Guilford was honored as a "true champion for towns and cities," at CT Conference of Municipalities convention.

Guilford Fire Captains Earn Employee Recognition Awards

Guilford Fire Department captains James Considine and Clint Haverkampf were honored by First Selectman Matt Hoey.

Guilford-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases In September: Feds

The New Haven County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Connecticut Farm Bureau Names Cohen 2021 Legislator of the Year

State Sen. Christine Cohen was named top legislator by the CT Farm Bureau for her work on Connecticut agriculture and aquaculture.

Guilford Election Results 2021: Vote Totals For Every Race

Democrats, Independents were the top vote-getters with the GOP losing the contentious BOE race.

Guilford Election Results: GOP Defeated In Contentious BOE Race

As of Wednesday morning, the Secretary of State said official results statewide have not yet been displayed due to a technical issue.

The Patch Voter's Guide For The Guilford 2021 Election

Here's what you need to know today about the 2021 Guilford election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours and more.

Guilford Educators Endorse Democrats, Independents In BOE Race

The Guilford Education Association sent questionnaires to all candidates, though Republicans declined to answer. All responses are below.

Guilford's 2021 Election: Candidates, Polling Places, Hours

Here's what you need to know about the 2021 Guilford election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours and more.

Town Adopts Ordinance To Ban Pot Shops, At Least Until June 2022

After Guilford DAY urged action, and a public hearing was held, the Board of Selectmen Monday enacted a moratorium on pot establishments.

Cohen Lauds Biden Administration's Action On 'Forever Chemicals'

Measures include regulations, research & cleanup of the ubiquitous PFAS's, chemicals linked to cancer & found in myriad consumer products.

Absentee Ballots Valid, Elections Office Blamed Miscommunication

Guilford Republicans had alleged a Protect Guilford Schools campaign mailer was conspiratorial, illegal, and "violated multiple state laws."

Guilford-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases In August: Feds

The New Haven County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.