Ridgefield News

Triplets will graduate from the University of Rhode Island this weekend. Well, not exactly, but they do share the same genes.

This ridge line near Ridgefield High School is the area where a proposed cell tower will be placed.

David Schaffer, left, Partner at Wiggin and Dana, and Bob Benjamin, Charman of the Executive Committee, right, pose for a photo outside the law office in Stamford, Conn., on Thursday, May 16, 2013.

State lawmakers from Fairfield County are leading a drive to fight a 16 percent increase in the state gas tax set to take effect July 1. "Connecticut needs to stop kicking the can down the road," said state Rep.

The spending plan for town government was OK'd 1,689-482, and the school spending plan won 1,506-666. The budget evoked little debate throughout the five-month process of its writing, largely because it will only raise the town's mill rate from 24.89 mills to 25.38 mills -- an increase of 1.95 percent.

Bruce Hornsby is a self-described proselytizer of good music and he is preaching his gospel one show at a time.

It wasn't quite the welcome to Ridgefield they had envisioned. When new residents Kelsey and Christopher Rollinson settled in for their second night in their new Ridgefield home-also the location of The Red Petticoat-they didn't know they'd wake up without a sign for the historical antiques shop they are currently renovating.

Ridgefield registered voters and property owners are asked to cast their ballots Tuesday for the 2013-14 municipal and education budgets, as well as five capital projects under $100,000. Voting will take place from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Yanity Gym , 60 Prospect Street.

Kitty Fischer, of Ridgefield, points out the drainage problems near her house at Lake Mamanasco in Ridgefield, Conn.

Motorists should expect lane closures as road work begins Monday on Route 33 between Wilton and Ridgefield, the Connecticut Department of Transportation announced on its website.

Police say a 38-year-old Connecticut man who was involved in an accident in Lewisboro this weekend was drunk at the time.

Ridgefield boasts many famed artists, authors, and songwriters among its residents, but the upcoming amateur artistic showcase will undoubtedly prove that Ridgefield's Got Talent.

Bryan Jimenez , of Danbury Road, attempted to pull an officer's firearm from his holster and assaulted two officers, Ridgefield police said.

REDDING/RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Come out and see the spring stars: The New Ridgefield Discovery Center will host a Spring Night Sky show Saturday at West Redding's New Pond Farm.

The Darien boys golf team picked up three wins in three days to move to 14-0 on the season.

Singer/songwriter Ted Vigil will perform John Denver's classic hits "Take Me Home, Country Roads", "Sunshine on My Shoulders", "Rocky Mountain High", "Annie's Song" and more at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, May 11, at 8 p.m. Because Vigil bears an uncanny resemblance to the Colorado music legend in both his looks and voice, it's like ... (more)

Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place today and tomorrow to help you make the most of your weekend.

For some, Mother's Day is a time for brunch, flowers and special gifts. But in Ridgefield, it means a 5K for moms.

Tale as old as time,Beauty and the Beast will delight kids of all ages on Saturday, May 11, at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. at The Ridgefield Playhouse.

Lucy Vannini, a second grade student at Branchville Elementary School in Ridgefield, has donated $210 to Danbury Hospital, using funds raised from her recent birthday party.