Committee Tasked With Cleaning Up Tax List

Oxford first selectman is vindicated by judge for releasing tax list, but now wants a committee to seek how to clear names of people who paid but show as delinquent on town records.

State Prepares for $550 Million Emergency Loan

Connecticut readies for the possibility of emergency financing.

Temple Would Support $2.1 Million Library

That money, along with $900,000 the library was bequeathed, could be put toward Oxford's new library on Great Oak Road.

Now Hiring: Sandy Recovery Jobs Available

Federal money is helping pay for 120 temporary jobs in Connecticut, according to this press release.

State Budget Deficit up Another $50 Million

Officials for Gov. Dannel P. Malloy disagree with the Connecticut comptroller's deficit figures, but acknowledge they must now file a deficit mitigation plan with the legislature.

Connecticut Makes Case for $3.2 Billion in Sandy Relief

Connecticut is hoping to receive federal money to pay for repairs, according to this press release.

Alpha Company, 411th Civil Affairs, Shipped Out Monday

About 32 members of Alpha Company, 411th Civil Affairs Battalion packed up their bags, hugged their families goodbye and climbed into buses Monday.

More School Days, Longer Hours for Some CT Students

Connecticut is one of several states testing a program

Connecticut Spends $860 Million on Businesses

It's one of dozens of states across the country that collectively spends $80.4 billion annually to lure business growth, the New York Times reports.

Malloy to Seek $3.2 Billion For Hurricane Sandy Cleanup

The money is part of $81 billion being sought by Connecticut, New York and New Jersey.

Oxford Wants Public to Hear About Changes to Affordable Housing Regulations

A new, state of the art high school, major industrial development, infrastructure improvements, a golf course, demanding airport and numerous recreational parks have made the town an attractive development option.

Mobile Home Developer Appeals Oxford Wetlands Decision

Garden Homes Management Corp. says the Inland Wetlands Agency acted illegally, arbitrarily and in abuse of its discretion.

State Cuts Budget by $170 Million to Battle Deficit

Social services, education see the biggest cuts.

Budget Cuts Coming Amid Connecticut’s Deficit Woes

Approximately $150 million will be cut by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy in the coming days.

Connecticut Awarded $1.8 Million to Help With Hurricane Sandy Cleanup

The grant from the U.S. Department of Labor will fund temporary jobs for dislocated workers.

Gov. Malloy Says No New Taxes Despite Deficit

The state's budget deficit is now projected to top $1 billion but Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has vowed he won't hike taxes again to close the budget gap.

Connecticut Defense Industry Watching for Potential Federal Cuts

As the so-called 'fiscal cliff' looms, defense contractors are waiting to see whether budget cuts could impact their industry.

Hurricane Sandy to Leave Towns’ Credit Mostly Unaffected

Towns throughout the United States may have to deal with some budgetary problems despite the positive prediction.

CCM: Connecticut Education Funding Lags by $763 Million

The lobbying group for towns wants the state to limit education mandates and increase education aid.

Linda McMahon Says She Was 'Stunned' by Her Loss

The former head of the WWE gave a post-election interview to Bloomberg News recently and said she was working on her acceptance speech when she learned she'd lost her bid - once again - for a U.S. Senate seat.

Oxford Votes GOP Across the Board

See Oxford's final election night results.

Final Count: 200,000 New Connecticut Voters Register Ahead of 2012 Election

Young people between the ages of 18 and 29 make up roughly half of all new voters who have signed on since Jan. 1 of this year.

Political Influencer Survey: Dems Laud Obama's Campaign; GOP Sees it as Neutral

In the last Blue Nutmeg and Red Nutmeg survey of influential political insiders in Connecticut, there is disagreement over whether Obama or Romney ran the more effective campaign. But both camps say McMahon-Murphy won't make much of a difference.

I Voted! Oxford Photos of Democracy in Action

Did you cast your vote today? Show us by uploading a pic of your "I voted" sticker or of you or someone you voted with at the poll.

Oxford Election Day 2012: Everything You Need to Know

From your polling place to results and reactions for all local, state and national races, we've got you covered on Election Day.

Labriola Running Unopposed in 131st District

Labriola is a leader of the Republican Party in the legislature.

Oxford Election Day 2012: CT Live Blog, Results

As residents from across the state hit the polls today to vote for president, Congress, and General Assembly seats, Patch provides real-time coverage of Election Day 2012. Scroll down for results as they come in.

Photo IDs Not Needed to Vote in Connecticut

Some states have changed their laws to require photo IDs, but in this press release the ACLU and NAACP wants to remind voters in Connecticut of the state’s law.

New Poll Shows Murphy Pulling Away From McMahon

One day before the election the latest poll indicates that Democrat Chris Murphy is widening his lead in the U.S. Senate race.

CL&P Exec: Restoration Efforts Have Been 'Very Strong'

Bill Quinlan, vice president of emergency management for CL&P, explained priorities for making repairs at a press briefing in Westport.

Feds Vow Support in CT Following Sandy

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano says the federal government will 'continue to bring in the resources we can' to Connecticut residents suffering from Superstorm Sandy.

UPDATE: 63 Percent of Oxford CL&P Customers Without Power

CL&P says it is doing all it can to restore power to residents in a timely fashion.

Campaign Notebook: McMahon, Murphy Seek Female Voters

News and updates from the campaign trail in Connecticut.

Campaign Notebook: 'Over-the-Top’ Senate Ads Attract National Attention

News and updates from the campaign trail in Connecticut.

DOT to Fix Rotary on Oxford-Seymour Line

Project, which will be completed in 2015, would make the rotary safer. It is expected to cost about $2.5 million.

Analysis: On the Attack for the Senate Campaign

How much of a political ad is substance, and how much is bickering? Patch is here to help you visualize the answer in the race between Linda McMahon and Chris Murphy.

Campaign Notebook: Senate Candidates Spin Poll Results

News and updates from the campaign trail in Connecticut.

Tropical Storm Sandy Prompts 'Hazardous Weather Outlook' for Connecticut

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for southern Connecticut for the late weekend, saying "there is a low potential for a major coastal storm with heavy rainfall ... early next week."

Murphy Opens Lead on McMahon in Senate Race

As she did in 2010, Linda McMahon in the last weeks of her Senate battle in Connecticut is losing favor among women and older voters.

Campaign Notebook: McMahon Ad Targets Obama Supporters

News and updates from the campaign trail in Connecticut.