Ridgefield P&Z Approves Sustainability Regulations, Schedules Golf Range Hearing

Ridgefield P&Z approved sustainability regulations, advanced downtown projects and set a golf range hearing.

3-Way Stop Takes Effect At Grove Street And Old Quarry Road Intersection In Ridgefield

A new three-way stop is now in effect at Grove Street and Old Quarry Road in Ridgefield, police said.

Ridgefield High School Student Earns National Merit College Award Distinction

It's the last group of National Merit Scholar designees to be announced in 2026 by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Ridgefield History Club on July 21: Then and Now with Jack Sanders

See how Ridgefield has changed over the past century and a half.

Ridgefield Conservation Commission Reviews Rodenticide Ban, Forestry Grant And Bird Conservation

Ridgefield Conservation Commission reviewed rodenticide policy, bird conservation and a forestry grant on July 6.

Temperatures Soar, Ridgefield To Open Cooling Center

The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for the state for Tuesday and Wednesday

Cool Cool Cool, I Draw Slow Scheduled For This Week’s CHIRP Concerts

CHIRP’s Ridgefield concert series continues July 14 and 16 with funk and Americana performances.

Ridgefield ECDC Advances Cultural District, Business Tracking And Economic Development Efforts

Ridgefield ECDC advanced Cultural District projects, business tracking and economic development at its July meeting.

Ridgefield March And Rally To Mark John Lewis Anniversary, Support Voting Rights

A Ridgefield march and rally July 18 will mark six years since John Lewis’ death and support voting rights.

Ridgefield Officials Tap $20K To Advance Site Evaluation Process For Police, Fire Facilities

Ridgefield's Public Safety Facilities Committee advanced site scoring and approved funding for conceptual facility designs.

Ridgefield Arts Council Reviews Make Music Day Success, Plans Volunteer Recruitment

Ridgefield Arts Council praised Make Music Day, discussed recruitment and joined a state cultural district program.

Ridgefield High School Announces 2025-2026 Q4 Honor Roll Students

Ridgefield High School has announced the students who have earned Honors and High Honors for the fourth quarter of the 2025-26 school year.

Ridgefield Inland Wetlands Board To Review Septic System Proposal, Enforcement Matters

Ridgefield's Inland Wetlands Board will review a Barrack Hill Road septic proposal and enforcement matters on July 9.

Ridgefield Academy Celebrates the Class of 2026

On Wednesday, June 10, Ridgefield Academy proudly celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026.

Ridgefield Actors Featured In Musicals At Richter Fairy Tale Theater Season

Musicals at Richter’s Fairy Tale Theater opens July 11 in Danbury, with a few familiar faces in the cast.

Ridgefield Driver Cited After 2-Vehicle Crash Near High School Entrance

A Ridgefield motorist was cited after a two-vehicle crash near Ridgefield High School left one person with minor injuries.

Mr. Sun, Sam Reider And The Human Hands Scheduled For CHIRP Concerts

CHIRP continues July 7 and 9 in Ridgefield with Mr. Sun and Sam Reider performances.

Ridgefield Short-Term Rental Rules Gain Support From Economic Development Commission

Ridgefield ECDC supports new short-term rental rules approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Ridgefield For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Ridgefield.

Here Are The Most Recent Property Sales In Ridgefield

Five homes changed hands in Ridgefield between June 30 and July 2, with a top price of $2,135,000, according to Zillow.com.

Stevie Nicks Creative Writing Summer Camp Coming to Ridgefield

Muse Squad is excited to announce this summer’s newest immersive writing experience summer camp: The Anthologies: Stevie Nicks.

Second Annual Christmas in July

St. Stephen's Church and Hour Children are having a month-long Christmas in July campaign to benefit children of incarcerated parents.

'Thoughtfully Reimagined Living Space,' Now On The Market In Ridgefield

This property in Ridgefield is on the market for $1.5 million, according to Zillow.com.

Ridgefield School Planning Committee Narrows School Facilities Options For Further Review

Ridgefield school planners narrowed facilities scenarios and requested more analysis of maintenance and consolidation options.

Ridgefield To Open Cooling Center As Temps Set To Sizzle

Gov. Lamont announced that he is ordering the state’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at noon on Tuesday

Applications Open For Tiger Shark Tank 5 Business Pitch Competition In Ridgefield

Tiger Shark Tank will return to the Ridgefield Playhouse this fall, with applications now open.

Bywater Call And Radio Free Honduras To Headline CHIRP Concerts In Ridgefield

CHIRP continues this week in Ridgefield with Bywater Call and Radio Free Honduras.

Ridgefield Restaurant Honored With 2026 Wine Spectator Award: See Who

A favorite Ridgefield eatery has been recognized for its wine offerings with a 2026 Wine Spectator Award.

Ridgefield Panel Debates How To Evaluate Future Police, Fire Facility Options

Ridgefield's Public Safety Facilities Committee debated evaluation criteria and public outreach for future facilities.

Ridgefield P&Z Approves Short-Term Rental Rules, Rejects Main Street Sign Proposal

Ridgefield P&Z approved short-term rental rules, advanced stormwater plans and continued zoning reviews.

Poetry, Protest And A Hidden Garden: Ridgefield Festival Returns With Nationally Known Voices

Ridgefield's Poetry in the Garden returns with Richard Blanco, Marilyn Nelson and other acclaimed poets.

Ridgefield Voters Approve Danbury Road Sidewalk Easements, Hear Pickleball Project Update

Ridgefield voters approved Route 35 sidewalk easements and received an update on the town's pickleball project.

Ridgefield Public Safety Committee Authorizes Soil Testing For Potential Sites

Ridgefield committee approved soil testing and reviewed police facility needs as site evaluations continue.

Namya Chouhan Elected Ms. President US Ridgefield

Platform focuses on mental health awareness in schools

3 CHIRP Concerts On Tap This Week In Ridgefield

CHIRP’s Ridgefield series continues June 23-25 with big band, folk and klezmer performances.

The Ridgefield Arts Council Celebrates Make Music Day

Sunday, June 21st, across 14 venues

BOOM: Ridgefield Firefighters Set Date For Carnival And Fireworks

Proceeds from the carnival will help fund personal protective gear and training for Ridgefield firefighters.

Ridgefield Native Elected To New England Tennis Hall Of Fame

A Ridgefield native has been elected to the USTA New England Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

Ridgefield High School 2026 Valedictorian's Speech

"Just because you can’t recall a memory does not mean it’s gone…"

Ridgefield Students Honor Former Principal With Reading Challenge

Veterans Park Elementary students took part in a reading challenge honoring former principal Ellen Tuckner.