Patch Candidate Profile: Christopher Robertson For 16th State Senate

Robertson shares why he should be elected. The 16th Senate District includes Southington, Wolcott, Waterbury, Prospect, and Cheshire.

Southington OKs Tax Breaks For Fallen Responders' Spouses

The town council approved the measure this week in response to the May 30 line-of-duty death of a state trooper from Southington.

Hotels To Get Tax Breaks After Southington Council Vote

The new Southington ordinance comes as a yet-to-be-identified hotel project is planned for West Street.

Tax Breaks For Spouses Of Fallen Responders Mulled In Southington

Southington's town council is proposing an ordinance named after Aaron Pelletier, a Southington resident and state trooper who died May 30.

Southington's Legislative Contingent To Host Forum Thursday

Two state representatives and a state senator, all Republicans, will meet voters at Southington's municipal center Thursday.

Southington's Aug. 13 Primary Vote: What You Need To Know

Tuesday, Aug. 13, is Connecticut's primary day, with the entire state looking to finalize a GOP senate hopeful, among other races.

Senator Blasted For Questioning Southington's 2022 Election: UPDATE

State Sen. Rob Sampson, R-Wolcott, walked back claims Southington's 2022 state representative election may not have been legitimate.

State Rep. Serving Southington Honored By FOI Organization

State Rep. Gale Mastrofrancesco, R-Wolcott, is a three-term incumbent serving the 80th House District.

GOP Trio To Host Legislative Forum In Southington

The lawmakers represent Southington in the state legislature and they will meet Thursday to discuss the recent session.

Southington Taxes To Rise, But Not As High As Before

Southington officials approved a nearly $180M town/school spending package for 2024-25, with the town also approving a tax increase.

Southington Appoints New Town Manager

The Southington Town Council has voted unanimously to appoint current corporation counsel Alex Ricciardone to take over as town manager.

Southington Renames Pavilion After Beloved Parks Advocate

The town council unanimously voted to rename the town's pavilion at Recreation Park after a longtime community servant who died recently.

Southington Council Condemns Electric Rate Hike Proposal

The Southington Town Council earlier this month unanimously approved a resolution condemning Eversource's plan to up rates by 19 percent.

Despite Mixed Opinions, Southington Council OKs New Sidewalks

Many Flanders Road residents opposed the town building sidewalks there as part of an effort to fill in pedestrian coverage gaps.

TONIGHT: Tax Increase Expected As Southington Seeks Budget Input

The Southington Town Council on Monday, April 22, will host a public hearing on a proposed spending plan requiring a tax hike.

Southington Town Clerk's Office To Close Early

All other departments, however, will close at the normal time later this week.

Here's How Southington Residents Voted In 2024 Presidential Primary

Besides Donald Trump and Joe Biden there were several names on the ballots for Southington residents to choose from.

Southington Hosts Early Voting For Presidential Primaries

This week, Southington Dems and Republicans can vote in the 2024 Connecticut primaries, which officially take place next week on April 2.

New Senior Citizen Bus Eyed By Southington Officials

The Southington Town Council is looking to receive federal funding to buy a new bus for use by the Calendar House Senior Center.

Developers Of Withdrawn Southington Housing Project Back Before PZC

Southington's zoning board Tuesday, March 5, will conduct a hearing on a new housing development project for Woodruff Street.

Southington PZC Seeks More Sidewalks In Town

The PZC has approved rule tweaks that make it harder for developers to get waivers in building sidewalks with projects.

Controversial Housing Project Plans Withdrawn In Southington

The applicants, however, plan to come back to the planning and zoning board with a smaller, scaled-back subdivision.

Southington's Poulos To Seek New Term In House

The veteran educator, who was elected to his first term in 2022, said he expects to qualify for state campaign funds.

Business Tax Break Expansion Eyed In Southington

The Southington Town Council Monday, Jan. 22, is hosting a public hearing — and possible vote — on a new set of tax breaks for businesses.

Action Postponed On Controversial Southington Housing Subdivision

The applicant for the 18-lot project has requested the town's zoning board table the matter until late next month.

Expansion Of Southington Library Project Approved

Once dubbed 'ugly' by the town's zoning board, the $16.9M library project received a vote of confidence by the PZC for a $340,000 expansion.

Top Southington Official To Step Down

His retirement will officially take effect in June 2024, according to the Southington Town Council.

New Officers, A Warehouse And Housing Plans Keep Southington PZC Busy

The top land-use board has approved new officer terms, a massive warehouse project and it will soon decide a controversial housing project.

Electric Vehicle Push Topic Of GOP Lawmaker Forum In Southington

The issue will be discussed at a special event hosted by three legislators representing Southington on Thursday, Nov. 16.

Southington Election Results 2023: GOP Still Controls Government

Southington voters took part in the 2023 municipal election, with the Republican party still controlling all major boards/commissions.

Southington Election Results 2023: Polls Close, Votes Being Counted

Thousands of Southington residents have cast their votes in the 2023 municipal election in a number of key races.

Southington Says 'Goodbye' To Three PZC Members

The trio, who are not seeking new terms with the Southington Planning and Zoning Commission, here honored at the last meeting Oct. 17.

Controversial Housing Project Angers Southington Neighbors

The Southington Planning & Zoning Commission this month tabled the matter until after elections amid public outcries.

Southington Council Bids Farewell To Two Members

The last Southington Town Council meeting before elections was this week, with the meeting being the last for two veteran GOP members.

Southington 2023 Election Guide: Polls Open At 6 a.m. Tuesday

Here's everything you need to know concerning the Southington local elections, including the candidates, polling places and voting hours.

Southington GOP Incorrectly Addresses Absentee Ballot Mailer

Southington's GOP town clerk said a recent mailer on absentee ballots was not from her office, despite a return address indicating so.

Local Companies Get Help In Southington On Town Contracts

The Southington Town Council has approved changes to the town's preferred bidding ordinance, further aiding local firms.

Patch Candidate Profile: Jennifer Clock, Southington Town Council

Southington resident Jennifer Clock tells Patch why she should be elected to the town council.

Patch Candidate Profile: Jim Morelli, Southington Town Council

Southington resident Jim Morelli tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.

Patch Candidate Profile: Tony Morrison, Southington Town Council

Southington resident Tony Morrison tells Patch why he should be elected to the town council.