Stratford Election 2025: Claire Barber Running For Planning Commission

Claire Barber shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Stratford Town Planning Commission.

Stratford Election 2025: Kristen Zapata Running For Board Of Education

Kristen Zapata shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Stratford Board of Education.

Stratford Election 2025: Anthony Afriyie Running For Town Council

Anthony Afriyie shares with Patch why he should be re-elected to the Stratford Town Council.

$5.5M In State Funds Approved For Flood Mitigation Project In Stratford

Stratford’s state delegation and town leaders this week welcomed $5.5 million in state funding for the project.

Stratford-Based Sikorsky Awarded Nearly $11B U.S. Navy Contract

Stratford-based Sikorsky will build up to nearly 100 helicopters for the U.S. Marine Corps over the five-year contract, officials said.

Stratford Awarded $632K Grant For Fire Department Safety Upgrades

Stratford has been awarded more than $632,000 in federal grant funding for fire department safety upgrades, officials announced.

Here's How Stratford’s Unemployment Numbers Have Changed, New Data Released

New employment data numbers recently dropped for Stratford via the Connecticut Department of Labor.

Stratford Secures Ella T. Grasso Property For Affordable Housing Development

The milestone moment paves the for more than 100 units of affordable senior housing under the direction of the Stratford Housing Authority.

Chess Cruises To Victory In Stratford Democratic Mayoral Primary Election

Registered Democrats in Stratford went to the polls for a primary election that featured races for mayor and Town Council.

Stratford Democratic Primary Election 2025: Mayoral, Council Candidates

Registered Democrats in Stratford will head to the polls Sept. 9 for a primary election that features races for mayor and Town Council.

Labor Day Holiday Announcements In Stratford

Officials announce the schedule for town buildings, including early closures, and trash collection for the Labor Day holiday.

Stratford’s Latest Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal

New employment data numbers have just dropped for Stratford via the Connecticut Department of Labor.

Public Events Set For Stratford’s 1st-Ever Arboretum Project

The town is hosting a tent event at the project site, along with a public presentation on the project as its design phase comes to an end.

Stratford GOP Officially Nominates Hoydick For Re-Election As Mayor

The Republican Town Committee also nominated candidates for Town Council, Board of Education, Constable, and Land Use at its recent meeting.

Extreme Heat Prompts Cooling Center Protocol In Stratford

Stratford has initiated its cooling center protocol due to extreme heat in the forecast, officials announced. Read details here.

Stratford's Employment Numbers Released, Here's What The Data Reveals

New employment data numbers have just dropped for Stratford via the Connecticut Department of Labor.

Stratford Tax Offices Open For Extended Weekend Hours

The Offices of the Tax Collector and Tax Assessor will be open for extended hours on Saturday, July 26.

Repair Work On Stratford Sinkhole Gets Start Date: Mayor Hoydick

State and local leaders have expressed “deep concern” over the delay in repairing the sinkhole that has closed part of a road since June.

Salary Increase Approved For Stratford Mayor After Election

The Stratford Town Council voted to increase the mayor’s salary, which will take effect after the municipal election in November.

Storm Cleanup To Continue In Stratford: Mayor Hoydick

Mayor Laura Hoydick issued an update on the cleanup from a “significant weather event” that brought down trees and debris across Stratford.

4th Of July Holiday Announcements In Stratford

Officials announce the schedule for town buildings, including early closures, and trash collection for the Independence Day holiday.

Stratford Store Has Liquor Permit Suspended By State

The business has paid a fine and its permit will be suspended for one day, according to state officials.

Mayor Hoydick Issues Statement On Firing Of Stratford Firefighters

The mayor issued a statement in response to recent criticism from the Stratford firefighters’ union over the firing of two firefighters.

Holiday Closures Announced For Juneteenth In Stratford

Officials announce the schedule for town buildings and trash collection for the Juneteenth holiday.

Stratford To Raise Rainbow Flag In Celebration Of Pride Month

For the seventh year in a row, the Town of Stratford will be flying the rainbow flag at Town Hall throughout the month of June.

Amended Stratford Budget Approved By Town Council

The Stratford Town Council approved an amended budget for 2025-26 on Thursday night.

Sanitation Schedule Announced For Memorial Day In Stratford

Officials announce the schedule for trash collection and the transfer station on Memorial Day.

Stratford Smoke Shop Banned From Selling Lottery, E-Cigs: Officials

A Stratford smoke shop’s license to sell lottery tickets, electronic cigarettes, and vapes has been suspended, officials announced.

Here's How Much Stratford Received From 'Nickel-Per-Nip' Since October

Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.

Boothe Memorial Railway Society Receives $25K In State Funding

The Stratford state delegation celebrated $25,000 in state funding that will support critical upgrades at the railroad museum at Boothe Park

Sanitation Schedule Announced For Good Friday In Stratford

Officials announce the schedule for trash collection and the transfer station on the Good Friday holiday.

Stratford Awarded Grant In Inaugural Infrastructure Program: DEEP

The program represents the state's “largest investment” in local and regional waste management infrastructure, according to officials.

New Planning & Zoning Administrator Appointed In Stratford

Officials announced the appointment this week.

Proposed Stratford Budget Keeps Taxes Flat, Fully Funds BOE: Mayor

Stratford Mayor Laura R. Hoydick recently presented a $266 million operating budget for fiscal year 2026 to the Town Council.

Public Hearing On Speed Cameras Set In Stratford

The town is proposing speed cameras in 10 locations throughout Stratford.

Perillo Defeats Afriyie In Special Election For State Senate

The special election was held to fill the vacant seat in the 21st Senatorial District following Kevin Kelly's resignation.

Ex-Stratford State Sen. Kelly Nominated As CT Superior Court Judge

Former Stratford state Sen. Kevin Kelly has been nominated by Gov. Ned Lamont to serve as a judge of the Connecticut Superior Court.

Stratford Tax Offices Open For Extended Weekend Hours

The Offices of the Tax Collector and Tax Assessor will be open for extended hours on Saturday, Jan. 25.

Stratford Resident To Be Inducted Into CT Veterans Hall Of Fame

The hall recognizes distinguished CT veterans who have made significant contributions to their communities after leaving military service.

Special Election Announced In Stratford

Gov. Ned Lamont has ordered a special election to fill the vacant seat in the 21st Senatorial District following Kevin Kelly’s resignation.