Ridgefield Announces Completion of Successful Main Street Project

After nearly 16 months of construction, the Ridgefield Main Street Project has been completed.

Patch Candidate Profile: Christine More, Ridgefield Board of Education

Ridgefield resident Christine More tells Patch why she should be elected to the Board of Education.

Patch Candidate Profile: Sean McEvoy, Ridgefield Board of Education

Ridgefield resident Sean McEvoy tells Patch why he should be re-elected to the Board of Education.

Candidate Profile: Carson C.K. Fincham, Ridgefield Inland Wetlands Brd

Ridgefield resident Carson C.K. Fincham tells Patch why he should be re-elected to the Inland Wetlands Board.

Patch Candidate Profile: Sean Connelly, Ridgefield Board Of Selectmen

Ridgefield resident Sean Connelly tells Patch why he should be re-elected to the Board Of Selectmen.

Ridgefield’s Community Emergency Response Team Seeks New Recruits

Ridgefield’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will offer a four-part course for future CERTs on Sept. 12, 14, 19, and 21.

New Class Of CT Judges, Magistrates Has Ridgefield Connection

Lamont nominated the judges and magistrates in March, and the General Assembly confirmed them during the legislative session.

Ridgefield Getting Vehicle Charging Boost In Volkswagen Settlement

Volkswagen funding is being used to subsidize a local electric vehicle charging project.

The Aldrich In Ridgefield Scores $500K Grant To Renovate Campus

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield has been awarded a $500,000 grant by the State of Connecticut.

Boys & Girls Club of Ridgefield Scores State Money For Summer Programs

The funding is part of the latest round of funding under the Connecticut Summer Enrichment Program.

Ridgefield Voters Approve Town And Schools Budgets, All Resolutions

Voters passed the 2023-24 fiscal year budgets for the town and the schools, and all resolutions, in the referendum held Tuesday.

Ridgefield Voters Will Have Their Say On Town, School Budgets Tuesday

Residents will have the opportunity to vote on the 2023-24 fiscal year budgets for the town and the schools on Tuesday.

Ridgefield Annual Town Meeting Results & Budget Referendum Countdown

It is important to remember that every vote counts!

Ridgefield Residents To Weigh In On Proposed $162M Budget

The total proposed spending plan​ is a 4.07 percent increase over the current budget.

Ridgefield To Hold Town Hall With CT Legislators

The Town of Ridgefield Board of Selectmen and Planning and Zoning Commission are hosting a Town Hall with CT Legislators and the public.

'Inside Ridgefield Town Hall' For April 21

The "Inside Ridgefield Town Hall" series is a bi-weekly update written by Gillian Sheerin.

The Time Is Now: Ridgefield Charter Revisions Are Underway

The "Inside Ridgefield Town Hall" series is written by Gillian Sheerin.

Ridgefield Dems Name DiLaura As New Chairperson

The Ridgefield Democratic Town Committee unanimously elected Arnold DiLaura as Chair of the 24-member committee, succeeding Carina Drake.

Ridgefield Dems Sponsor 'Plant Democracy' To Spruce Up Senior Housing

Volunteers are needed to assist in the work of beautifying Ridgefield’s Ballard Green senior housing community.

State Awards Ridgefield Police $40K For Dash And Body Cameras

The Ridgefield Police Department has been awarded $40,250 in state funding, in part as reimbursement for the purchase of body cameras.

Ridgefield Schools Score Over $13K In State Grants To Upgrade HVAC

The Ridgefield schools are among 50 schools awarded $56 million through the HVAC Indoor Air Quality Grants Program for Public Schools.

'Inside Ridgefield Town Hall' For Mar. 31

The "Inside Ridgefield Town Hall" series is a bi-weekly update written by Gillian Sheerin.

Ridgefield Scores State Grant For Cemetery Maintenance

The grant is being released under the state’s Neglected Cemetery Account Grant Program.

Ridgefield Resident Among Lamont's Judge Nominees

Gov. Ned Lamont Wednesday announced Connecticut Superior Court judge nominations, and a local name was on the list.

Budget Season: Updates From The Ridgefield First Selectman

The "Inside Ridgefield Town Hall" series is written by Gillian Sheerin.

Lamont Signs Executive Order At Boehringer Ingelheim In Ridgefield

Gov. Lamont signs executive order directing the development of a strategic plan on Connecticut’s child care future

'Inside Ridgefield Town Hall' For Mar. 17

The "Inside Ridgefield Town Hall" series is a bi-weekly update written by Gillian Sheerin.

PURA Rejects Aquarion Bid, Ridgefield To Get Break On Water Bills

PURA approved a decision that rejects Aquarion’s proposed multi-year rate increase and reduces customer rates effective immediately.

First Alice Paul Legacy Awards To Honor Ridgefield Women

The Alice Paul Legacy Awards are named for noted suffragist Alice Paul, a 40-year resident of Ridgefield and a women’s rights activist.

2 Ridgefield Arts Orgs Score Federal Grants

The grants were among $125,000 in federal money earmarked to support arts and culture in Southwest Connecticut.

Ridgefield Farm Awarded $50K From State For 'Innovation'

The Hickories in Ridgefield was awarded the maximum amount from the CT Dept of Agriculture through its Farm Transition Grant Program.

17 Ridgefield Arts Organizations Score Funding

The grants were awarded by CT Humanities, an independent, non-profit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Jan. 13 Update From Easton First Selectman Bindelglass

COVID's back, a new ambulance, a reminder from the tax collector, and more…

Ridgefield Main Street Project In Final Stretch As Holidays Loom

Residents are enjoying new trees and plantings, new sidewalks and a repaved Main Street with dedicated turning lanes at each intersection​.

Ridgefield Election Results 2022: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here is how Ridgefield residents voted for every person on the ballot, including congress and their local state races.

Ridgefield Election Results 2022: Big Night For Dems

Here's what you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Ridgefield.

Ridgefield 2022 Election Voter Guide: How The Ballot Breaks Down

Here's what you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Ridgefield, including the candidates, polling places, and more.

Hebert Signs Local Zoning Pledge

Hebert Signs CT 169 Strong local zoning pledge, vows to support legislation that supports local communities and empowers zoning commissions.

Patch Candidate Profile: Jennifer Collins, Probate Judge 45th District

Jennifer Collins, a Ridgefield resident, shares with Patch why she should be elected Probate Judge for the 45th District​.

Patch Candidate Profile: Aimee Berger-Girvalo, 111th House District

Aimee Berger-Girvalo, a Ridgefield resident, shared with Patch why she should be re-elected as State Representative for the 111th District