Election 2022: Stamford Voter Guide

Everything you need to know about absentee ballots and Election Day voting in Stamford for the election Nov. 8.

CT Patch Candidate Profile: David Michel For 146th House District

David Michel shares why he should be elected to serve the 146th State House District, which covers a portion of Stamford.

CT Patch Candidate Profile: Michael Battinelli For State Senate

Michael Battinelli shares why he should be elected to serve the 27th State Senate District, which includes portions of Stamford and Darien.

Lamont Announces $1M Grant For I-95 Stamford Traffic & Bridge Study

The funds will support a study that is researching safety improvements that can be made on I-95 in Stamford.

Stamford Receives $563K For Pacific Street Pedestrian Safety Project

Stamford is one of six municipalities in the state to receive funds from the state’s Transit-Oriented Development Grant Program.

Stamford Mayor, Police Department React To Fatal Bristol Shooting

Two Bristol police officers were killed and another was injured while responding to a domestic call late Wednesday night, state police said.

Stamford Receives Federal Funds For Upgrades At Boccuzzi Park

Stamford has received $1.81 million in federal funding that will go towards phase II of improvements at the 12-acre coastal park.

Hearing Scheduled For Springdale Transit-Oriented Development Project

A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday night.

Mayor Simmons Pulls Proposal To Redevelop Glenbrook Community Center

The Stamford Board of Representatives was scheduled to consider the item on Monday night.

Mayor Simmons Launches Global Stamford Initiative

The initiative focuses on promoting the city of Stamford as a prime location for international businesses to re-locate.

Fairfield County Affordable Housing Town Plans Graded: See List

An affordable housing advocacy group scored plans submitted by Fairfield County towns. Do you agree with the assessment?

Debate Continues On Proposal For Glenbrook Community Center

News 12 CT reported that residents protested a plan to build affordable housing units at the old Glenbrook Community Center on Wednesday.

Stamford Launches Vision Zero Initiative To Increase Roadway Safety

Stamford has a goal to eliminate all traffic fatalities and injuries by 2032.

Stamford's Community Micro-Grant Program Recipients Announced

The program awards small grants for community-specific projects aimed at improving the quality of life across Stamford’s neighborhoods.

Grant Funds For German Beer Hall, Food Truck Lot Ok'd By Finance Board

The board approved grant funds which will be used to renovate Pacific Street with a new beer hall, food truck lot, coffee shop and more.

Stamford Receives $3.3M From Small Harbor Improvement Projects Program

The funds will help make progress on important dredging for the Cove and Cummings marinas.

Design For Lower Summer Street Promenade Project Nearly Complete

The project aims to make the lower Summer Street area in Stamford more pedestrian friendly.

Officials In Stamford Discuss Bipartisan Safer Communities Act

Officials on Wednesday discussed the recently passed bipartisan gun legislation and how Stamford is curbing gun violence.

Stamford Looks To Hep Those In Need With New Postvention Plan

Postvention involves an organized response in the aftermath of a suicide.

Ferry Service To New York City? Stamford Has Been Gauging Interest

An online survey was circulated to various businesses in the South End in recent weeks to get feedback, according to a mayoral spokesperson.

Stamford To Receive $2.1 Million For West Main Street Corridor Project

Stamford will receive $2.1 million in federal funds which will improve safety along a 1.1 mile stretch of West Main Street.

Assistant Police Chief Named Stamford's New Public Safety Director

Mayor Simmons announced Thursday that she has chosen current Asst. Police Chief Louis DeRubeis as Stamford's new director of public safety.

Longtime Member Of Stamford Recreation Retires

Laurie Albano, who served the city for 25 years, recently announced her retirement.

Stamford 2022 Primaries: Candidates, Polling Places, Hours

A Republican and Democratic primary will take place in Stamford on Aug. 9. Here's what you need to know before you head to the polls.

Stamford Will Look To Create Own Regulations For Accessory Apartments

CT municipalities can opt out of a policy that focuses on accessory apartments by Jan. 1, 2023, and establish their own regulations.

Stamford Sells $40 Million In General Obligation Bonds

The city said it received a bond premium totaling $3.6 million, which will be used to pay for short-term capital needs.

Stamford Receives $1.1M For Tropical Storm Isaias Recovery Costs

Stamford used city workers and some contract services to pick up 13,095 cubic yards of vegetative debris following the storm, FEMA said.

Stamford's AAA Bond Rating Reaffirmed By Credit Agencies

The rating will allow Stamford to borrow funds at the lowest possible rate in the current interest rate environment, the city said.

42 Percent Of Stamford Voters Will Have A New Polling Place In 2022

Due to the 2020 Census and redistricting, there are new voting locations for almost half of the voters in Stamford.

173-Unit Apartment Building Approved In Stamford

The project was approved by a 5-0 vote.

After Selling Home, Stamford Official Resigns Position: Report

The local official said he had hoped to find a new place to reside within the district but that proved unsuccessful.

Maritza Bond Campaign for Secretary of the State Surpasses Goal

Democrat Bond Exceeds $90,000 in Total Funds Raised, Will File Papers to Receive $400,000 Clean Election Grant from State

Stamford's Public Safety Director To Step Down After Years Of Service

Ted Jankowski, Stamford's director of public safety, health and welfare, announced on Tuesday he plans to leave the position.

Stamford Receives State Funds To Preserve Open Space

Stamford received over $2 million to acquire 64 acres of land just north of the city.

Stamford Announces Settlement Of Firefighter Promotion Lawsuit

The lawsuit had paused fire department promotions in Stamford for several years.

Stamford Prepares For Hurricane Season

Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted an above-normal season.

Board Of Reps. To Consider Street Name Change For Dr. Joyce Yerwood

Dr. Joyce Yerwood, who was a Stamford resident, was also the first Black woman doctor in Fairfield County.

Stamford Appoints Permanent Health Director

Jody Bishop-Pullan, who served as acting health director for the city since 2021, was recently appointed to the position permanently.

Stamford Charter Revision Commission To Hold Public Hearings

The Charter Revision Commission will hold public hearings to get feedback on potential changes to the City of Stamford Charter.

Stamford Board Of Representatives Budget Vote Rundown

The Stamford Board of Representatives voted on the 2022-2023 fiscal year budget last week.