Fairfield County

Preservation Connecticut Launches Effort to Map the State’s LGBTQ+ History

Go to Bee School in Weston this January

As winter sets in and honeybees retreat to their hives, a new generation of beekeepers will soon be preparing to take flight. The Backyard Beekeepers Association (BYBA) will open its annual Bee School on Jan. 5, welcoming beginners eager to learn the art and science of beekeeping. Held over four consecutive Monday evenings at Emmanuel […]

PURA Rejects Aquarion Water Company Sale

The state Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) voted 4-0 on Wednesday to deny the proposed sale of Aquarion Water Company to the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority, a decision local officials are calling a victory for affected communities. “PURA listened carefully to the issues raised by thousands of residents and municipal leaders and ultimately […]

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Video: Bridgeport Library Offers Free Space for Podcasting and Creativity

The Bridgeport Public Library is helping community voices be heard with a new podcast studio at its Beardsley Branch. The studio offers free access to professional-quality recording equipment. Residents can create podcasts, music and other digital projects without needing expensive gear. It is designed to support community storytelling and creative expression and is expected to […]

Video: Fairfield Police Enforce New E‑Bike, Scooter Safety Rules

New e-bike regulations took effect Oct. 1 in Fairfield, Conn., requiring all riders to wear helmets and classifying higher-powered models as motor-driven cycles or motorcycles. The changes aim to improve safety and could require some e-bike owners to obtain proper licensing and registration

New Coffee House Offers Community to Fairfield Veterans

A new initiative in Fairfield is opening its doors to local veterans seeking community and a chance to connect with fellow veterans. The Veterans Coffee House will hold monthly gatherings at the Penfield Pavilion on the third Tuesday each month from 9 a.m. to noon, with the first three events scheduled for Nov. 18, Dec. […]