Wakefield, MA|News|
Crews Battle Massive Fire In Wakefield [UPDATE]
Firefighters dealt with the six-alarm blaze Friday afternoon.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
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Chris Rhatigan is a local editor for Connecticut Patch and Massachusetts Patch. In Connecticut, he covers Milford, New London, Stonington-Mystic, and Groton. In Massachusetts, he covers Andover, North Andover, Tewksbury, Burlington, Reading, Wilmington, and Wakefield.
He began his journalism career at The New Haven Register, where he covered city government and schools for the Milford bureau. He has also written for publications such as The Iowa City Press-Citizen, The Cedar Rapids Gazette, and Connecticut Magazine.
If you have a news tip for a local community, you can reach him by email at chris.rhatigan@patch.com.
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Tewksbury, MA|News|
Huge Scratch-Off Winner Sold At Tewksbury Store
Check out the latest winner of $10,000 or more in a Mass Lottery game and find out where the lucky ticket was purchased.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Man Charged In License Plate Camera Vandalism Case, Milford Police Say
A man is accused of damaging four of the cameras last month, according to police.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Wakefield, MA|News|
'Charming, Move-In Ready' Home For Sale In Wakefield
Check out how much a "meticulously maintained" two-bedroom home is listed for in Wakefield.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
New London|News|
Details Released On Opening Of Coast Guard Museum In New London
The interactive exhibits and waterfront views are intended to immerse visitors in the Coast Guard's history and missions.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Burlington, MA|News|
Chain Opens First MA Restaurant At Burlington Mall
The eatery and bar now has 12 locations across the country.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Shelton-Derby, CT|News|
Cease-And-Desist Order Issued Against Farm In Seymour
The farm's owner said the order bars activities that are essential to keep the business running.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Groton, CT|News|
Man Threatened To Shoot People At Groton Plaza, Police Say
The victims said they were sitting in an alley between stores when the suspect walked by and started an argument with them, police said.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
West Haven Man Charged With Murder In Shooting Of Dirt Bike Rider: Police
Two men are accused of following a dirt bike rider and shooting him to death, police said.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Wolcott Man Charged With Murder In Shooting Of Dirt Bike Rider: Police
Two men are accused of following a dirt bike rider and shooting him to death, police said.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
New Haven, CT|News|
2 Men Charged With Murder In Shooting Of Dirt Bike Rider In New Haven: Police
Two men are accused of following a dirt bike rider and shooting him to death, police said.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Oyster Farm Among 70 New Businesses Registered In Milford In July
Seventy businesses registered in Milford in July, including a shellfish farm called Dockside Oyster Farm. See list.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|News|
Stop & Shop Sets Closure Date For Clinton Store
National retailers have expressed interest in the grocery store's space, according to a company official.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Montville, CT|News|
More Than $1M Won On Mohegan Sun Table Games This Summer
One recent win was a nearly $375,000 payout on a rare blackjack hand.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Board Votes On Housing, Recreation Projects In Milford
The board weighed in on plans for a former downtown restaurant as well as a sports facility.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Woburn, MA|News|
Scratch-Off Winner Cashes Huge Prize In Woburn
Check out the latest winner of $10,000 or more in a Mass Lottery game and find out where the lucky ticket was sold.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Milford, CT|News|
Milford Woman Offers Advice Amid Mother's Cancer Battle
"This has been one of the hardest journeys our family has ever faced," she said.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Groton, CT|News|
Home Vandalized Several Times In Groton, Police Say
Police are asking the public for help in identifying individuals they believe are involved.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Homicide Under Investigation In Hartford; ID Released: Police
Police have identified the victim, who was found in a vehicle suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Town Warns Residents About Scams That Use 'Very Specific Information'
The fraudulent emails "appear to be coming from the Town of Stonington staff and Planning and Zoning Commission."
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
