Stratford Emergency Crews Deliver Baby In Shopping Center Parking Lot

Members of the Stratford Emergency Medical Service made a special delivery when they helped deliver a baby girl in a parking lot.

New Paradigm Theatre Announces Scholarships for Stratford Youth to Join Summer Theatre

New Paradigm Theatre Announces Scholarships for Stratford Youth to Join Summer Production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

St. Mark School Announces Limited Openings in Preschool 3 Program

Now enrolling PreK3: Children age 3 by September are welcomed into a nurturing, faith-centered program rooted in joyful learning.

Stratford EMS Members Help Make Special Delivery With Baby Girl At Home

Members of the Stratford Emergency Medical Service made a special delivery when they helped deliver a baby girl at a home.

St. Mark School Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Community Events

St. Mark School is proud to announce the celebration of its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of educational excellence.

Beloved Puppy Dies In Fire, Community Rallies Around Stratford Family

The community is rallying around a Stratford family after a 2-alarm fire destroyed their home, and claimed the life of their beloved puppy.

St. Mark School Kindergarten Gets Personal

The Kindergarten classroom environment at St. Mark School facilitates independent and group learning and students are 1:1 technology.

​St. Mark School’s Pink State of Mind

Dressed in pink, the school community rallied together in the fight against cancer and raised $3,650 for SWIM Center for Cancer Care.

‘Kids’ Day’ Returning To Stratford Farmers Market

Activities will include gardening, yoga, Zumba lessons, touch-a-truck with the Stratford Fire Department, story-time, giveaways and more.

Free Family Concert To Be Held At Stratford Library

Chris from the Leaf Jumpers Band will perform songs from the ‘80s, ‘90s and ‘00s. The concert is recommended for anyone over the age of 12.

Hark! The St. Mark Students Sing

There was a joyful song ringing throughout Stratford as St. Mark carolers went door-to-door, singing Christmas songs, and spreading cheer.

St. Mark School Hosts a "Whoville" Breakfast

This year, the Mayor of Whoville, Cindy Lou Who, the Grinch and Santa himself visited St. Mark School for the annual holiday breakfast.

​St. Mark Scores A+ for Second Consecutive Year!

St. Mark School earned an A+ grade in Niche's 2023 Best Schools Rankings. This distinction puts them among the top 2.5% of schools in U.S!

St. Mark School Welcomes Back Nurse Frate

Recently, the St. Mark School community welcomed back their full-time nurse, Wendy Frate.

St. Mark Petitions to Restore Full Time School Nurse

St. Mark School creates an online petition to garner support of restoring their Full-Time School Nurse.

St. Mark School Ends the Year With a Splash

The day was all in fun as the St. Mark Principal made herself the target at this year’s Annual Field Day and the 1st Dunk Tank Challenge.

St. Mark School Celebrates Faith, Excellence, and Service

Students and staff will take a break from their normal routines during the week of January 30th to celebrate National Catholic Schools Week.

Superintendent Shaves His Head for Breast Cancer Awareness

Superintendent Dr. Steven Cheeseman shaved his head while students cheered him on at St. Mark School’s Breast Cancer Awareness Cut-A-Thon.

St. Mark Student Soars Like an Eagle at National Golf Tournament

St. Mark School 8th grade student, Robert "Robby" Rosati, led Team Connecticut to 2nd place in the National Car Rental PGA Jr. Championship.

Stratford YMCA Holding Family Fun Night On Thursday

Registration is free, and the YMCA is asking everyone to bring a donation of school supplies for their August Days of Service project​.

St. Mark Students Strive to be Models in Christ

New school-wide program teaches students the value of moral character and that the positive impact of their actions do not go unnoticed.

St. Mark School Earns A+ From Niche

St. Mark School earned an A+ rating by Niche, the leader in K-12 and college school search, for academics, teachers and diversity.

Pandemic Can’t Stop St. Mark School’s Pink Tradition

Every October, since 2009, St. Mark School in Stratford has hosted a school-wide breast cancer awareness event.

Sterling House Down & 'Not So' Dirty 5K Nets $27,000

Extra precautions were taken at the annual outdoor event at Short Beach to keep all participants safe.

St. Mark School Invites Prospective Families to Reserve a Tour

St. Mark School invites prospective families to sign up and reserve a tour of Stratford's Blue Ribbon School this Sat, 8/15 from 9-11 am.

Looking for Stars at Home for a Virtual Talent Show!

Make-A-Wish Connecticut invites community to share special talents from home this summer

Witness 450,000 Sunflowers in Bloom!

The 17th Annual Sunflowers for Wishes at Buttonwood Farm in Griswold will be in full bloom from July 25th through August 2nd.

Stratford YMCA Programs Continue Online Amid Coronavirus

'While the facility is closed, we are still here to serve our community,' said the executive director of the Stratford Y.

Stratford Mom Reading Books For Kids On YouTube Amid Coronavirus

Monica Short said she wanted to provide a digital story time option that would be accessible to all Stratford children.

St. Mark School Hosts Virtual Open House

St. Mark School in Stratford recently hosted a Facebook Live Pre-K Open House that attracted over 1,000 viewers in just one week!

Hartford Boat Show Education Sessions: Safety And The Environment

A boat licensing class, safety scavenger hunt, clean marina program and invasive aquatic species seminar are among the highlights.

'Elf — The Musical' Opens Soon In Stratford

Stratford residents will perform an adaptation of the 2003 festive hit blockbuster movie, “Elf.”

Stratford Parents’ Place Registration For Parent/Child Playgroups

Registration runs 9 a.m. to noon Jan. 6-8 at Stratford Parents' Place.

Baby Time Program at Stratford Parents' Place

Baby Time focuses on the first year of life and provides information, support and education to parents with infants up to age 1.

Meet Stratford Police K-9s Saturday

K-9s Logan, Hex and Rebel will be in attendance at a fundraiser this weekend for the Stratford Police Activities League.

Pay $5 To Visit Beardsley Zoo On Stratford Day

Enjoy a day at the zoo for a discounted rate this weekend.

Stratford Parents’ Place Offers Fall Parent-Child Activity Groups

Registration dates: Monday, Sept. 9; Tuesday, Sept. 10; and Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Stratford Health Dept. Offering Back-To-School Shots, Physicals

This year, for the first time ever, the Stratford Health Department will be offering back-to-school physicals as well as vaccines.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Registration Open For Stratford Recreation's Fall Programs

Offerings include archery, basketball, chess, yoga and much more.

Sterling House To Host Back-To-School Giveaway

It's getting to be that time of year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.