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Narcan Training Comes to Stafford Library

Nov 14, 20232 min read

Narcan Training Comes to Stafford Library

Stafford Library is hosting a Narcan training. Learn more and register.

ARPA Updates: Roads, Freezers, and More

Nov 13, 20233 min read

ARPA Updates: Roads, Freezers, and More

Learn more about the projects up for consideration by the ARPA commission.

Taking a Closer Look at Stafford's Election Results

Nov 9, 20236 min read

Taking a Closer Look at Stafford's Election Results

Now that the election is over, let's dive into the results and what they could mean for Stafford.

PZC Takes on Signs and Lake Districts

Nov 5, 20233 min read

PZC Takes on Signs and Lake Districts

Planning and Zoning approves signs and talks about a possible lake overlay district.

Why Local News Matters

Nov 2, 20233 min read

Why Local News Matters

Explore our thoughts on why local news matters and the frustrations that led us to

Final Meeting of Selectmen Before Election Day

Nov 1, 20233 min read

Final Meeting of Selectmen Before Election Day

The Board of Selectmen made quick work of their agenda during the last meeting before the election.

Good News for Stafford Student Scores

Oct 31, 20235 min read

Good News for Stafford Student Scores

Dive into Stafford's performance data and explore policy changes.

Rotary Announces Students of the Month and More

Oct 31, 20232 min read

Rotary Announces Students of the Month and More

Learn about the Students of the Month and the upcoming Volunteer Fair.

Candidate Kurt Vail Talks Seeking Second Office and Budget

Oct 25, 20234 min read

Candidate Kurt Vail Talks Seeking Second Office and Budget

With two weeks to go before election day, Republican Candidate and current State Representative Kurt Vail put out a video addressing...

Chaos in the Skies Above the Stafford Fair

Oct 25, 20235 min read

Chaos in the Skies Above the Stafford Fair

Learn about a high-flying accident at the 1888 Stafford Fair, and how the fair morphed into Stafford Motor Speedway.

Stafford Schools Get $70k in Funding for Tutoring

Oct 23, 20232 min read

Stafford Schools Get $70k in Funding for Tutoring

The state recently announced funding awards for a new High-Dosage Tutoring Program.

BOE Hears 2023–2024 School Improvement Plans

Oct 20, 20235 min read

BOE Hears 2023–2024 School Improvement Plans

Learn more about Stafford's School Improvement Plans for the current school year.

EASTCONN Programs Address "Connecticut's Unspoken Crisis"

Oct 19, 20232 min read

EASTCONN Programs Address "Connecticut's Unspoken Crisis"

EASTCONN's Adult and Community Programs aim to address "Connecticut's Unspoken Crisis" in education.

Candidate Q&A: James Greene

Oct 19, 20234 min read

Candidate Q&A: James Greene

Get to know James Greene, candidate for the Board of Education in Stafford.

Candidate Q&A: Jennifer Biedrzycki

Oct 18, 20234 min read

Candidate Q&A: Jennifer Biedrzycki

Q&A with Jennifer Biedrzycki, who is running for the Board of Education.

Op-ed: CT Farmers Need Help, Not EV Mandates Without a Plan

Oct 18, 20233 min read

Op-ed: CT Farmers Need Help, Not EV Mandates Without a Plan

Hear from State Senator Jeff Gordon on EV mandates.

Stafford Seeks National Register of Historic Places Designation

Oct 14, 20233 min read

Stafford Seeks National Register of Historic Places Designation

What being on the National Register of Historic Places could mean for Stafford.

Borough to Get New Trash Cans

Oct 13, 20232 min read

Borough to Get New Trash Cans

Coming soon: New trash carts and biweekly recycling schedule.

Bloody Hands: Stafford’s First Murder

Oct 13, 20234 min read

Bloody Hands: Stafford’s First Murder

Explore the tale of Stafford's first murder.

Preview the Scarecrow Contest Before You Vote

Oct 8, 20231 min read

Preview the Scarecrow Contest Before You Vote

Get a good look at the entrants for the Stafford Garden Club's 9th Annual Scarecrow Contest

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