A state review of all CT hospitals reveals which ones left objects in patients, the number of patients that fall, and other adverse events.
Quarterly grades for all of the nation's hospitals were recently released and we have ratings for all 27 Connecticut hospitals.
A permanent box to dispose of unwanted prescription drugs has been installed at the Monroe police department.
Find out where you can give blood in Monroe for patients undergoing liver and other types of transplants during Liver Awareness Month.
A data company says it has scientifically determined the drunkest places to live in Connecticut. Do you agree?
The survey finds Connecticut residents live a long time but when it comes to feeling satisfied with life, we have a lot of work to do.
As kids go back to school, something worse than homework and detention may be awaiting them.
Hundreds died from opiate overdose deaths in 2014, and this in-depth review tracks the cases in the state and in your local communities.
U.S. News and World Report released its annual rankings Tuesday.
According to the CDC, Monroe had 21 cases of Lyme disease in 2014 with 14 of them confirmed and 7 probable cases.
The report examined drinking patterns in the summer months for all 50 states, and even highlights which days people drink the most.
The company that supplies Big Y, ShopRite, 7-Eleven, Pricerite and others with bottled water has issued a recall because of E.coli.
Acadia (Stop & Shop), Big Y, ShopRite, 7-11 and several other bottled brands have been recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination.
These are the belly-busting meals that contain the highest calories at chain restaurants in the Monroe area.
A new study breaks down longevity by congressional district. District 4, which includes Monroe ranks among the top 20 in the country.
Monroe Patch editor Wendy Mitchell chronicles her battle with a rare and aggressive type of breast cancer in a new documentary.
The trisomy of the 21st chromosome causes Down syndrome in 95 percent of cases, leading March 21 to be World Down Syndrome Day.
The claims are just a day old but they allege that winemakers knowingly sell arsenic-contaminated wines.
The town is recruiting residents willing to volunteer for the benefit of the town.
The town of Monroe has a new app for iPhone and Android users.
Are you feeling down? You may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.), a type of depression that occurs during winter from lack of sun.
Local foodies will enjoy the many upcoming events and classes taking place at the Silo Cooking School.
What would ‘Big Marijuana’ mean for the people of Monroe, Connecticut? Find out at MCAA's upcoming event in Danbury.
Danbury personal trainer and fitness enthusiast Max Barry shares online home workouts to keep you fit if your gym is closed due to snow.
A Bethel nutritionist tells you why.
This simple and affordable project may just become a Christmas eve tradition at your house.
A provocative new technique offered at Yale New Haven Hospital shows women in labor how they can laugh their way through to ease the pain.
Here are some suggestions for our Monroe Patch readers for dealing with those delicious leftovers.
A local trainer offers the "Holiday Weight Gain Survival Guide."
Tis’ the Season to be Jolly! – BodySmart offers tips on how to handle food challenges through the
For diabetics, Thanksgiving can be a challenging time with all of the mashed potatoes, stuffing and pie. Griffin Hospital offers some tips.
Blue Christmas Service with the Monroe Clergy Association - 3pm Sunday, December 14th
Monroe Congregational Church Marks 250th Anniversary with Year-Long Celebration