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LOCAL NEWS, EVENTS & MUSINGS
STAFFORD FREE PRESS
SCHOOLS & GOVERNMENT
BOF Sends Budget to Voters to Decide
After hours of public comment and discussion, the budget proposal will got to a referendum.
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BOF Tells BOE It Must Get Deficit to $0
BOF does not favor a supplemental appropriation for schools.
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Schools Report on Data and Assessments
An overview of assessment results from recent BOE meetings.
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Stafford Moves Closer to Appointing Town Clerk and Tax Collector
Town Clerk and Tax Collectors may not be on the ballot at the next election.
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PZC Adopts Food Truck Text Amendment
Stafford now has an official path for food trucks to follow.
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Vail Resigns Selectman Position
At the March 5, 2025 Board of Selectmen meeting First Selectman Bill Morrison and Rick Hartenstein voted to accept the resignation of...
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Public Supports 'Appointing' Town Clerk and Tax Collector
The public finally got a chance to voice its opinion on changes proposed by Stafford' First Selectman.
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BOF Calls on Entire BOE to Attend Budget Hearing
On February 19, 2025, Board of Education (BOE) Chair Sara Kelley and Interim Superintendent Dr. Laura Norbut presented the proposed...
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Stafford Could Benefit from $40 Mill in Increased Funding
Legislators pass a supplemental appropriation for special education reimbursements. The governor threatens a veto.
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Three Graces Vintage is Refocusing Its Energy
Three Graces Vintage has a renewed focus for 2025, and community building is a big part of it.
Joz’s Jungle Brings Tropical (Plant) Oasis to Stafford
Joz's Jungle is set to open its doors on Friday, November 8. Get a sneak peek.
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHTS
EDITORIALS & COLUMNS
The Implications of an Underfunded School Budget
Learn how underfunding the school budget impacts students, teachers, and the town's general fund.
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Stafford's Coolest Fundraiser
The Polar Bear Paddy Plunge is back to help raise funds for Stafford Summer Recreation Camp.
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Letter to the Editor: I truly believe that this board will do the right thing.
Over 40 years ago I along with hundred of parent volunteered in the organization, Little League, I spent countless days in the food booth...
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OTHER NEWS
SHS Drama Ready to Debut "The Addams Family"
Get the inside scoop on the upcoming SHS production of The Addams Family.
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Robert T. Callahan Family Reunion
Catch up with the Callahans, who found each other after 100 years.
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Rotary Club of Stafford Presents Rotary Means: Community
Learn about the Rotary Club of Stafford's next event.
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