Fairfield

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Opening of HOPE & JOY Gift Shop in Fairfield

https://youtu.be/LA-o0bFoS38 FAIRFIELD, CT — A new locally owned gift shop focused on positivity, creativity and giving back officially opened its doors Friday as HOPE & JOY celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting at 95 Reef Road, just off the Post Road. Owner Rebecca Ashby, a Fairfield resident, wife and adoptive mother, created HOPE & JOY as a heartfelt extension of her personal journey. What began in 2022 as a small creative outlet during the pandemic has grown into a brick-and-mortar shop offering handcrafted, curated and personalized gifts designed to bring comfort and happiness to customers of all ages. The store features custom and embroidered gifts, monogrammed items, stationery, fashion accessories, drinkware and a thoughtfully selected collection of unique…

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Pursuit Ends In Fight With Troopers

State Police ended a pursuit that started on I-95 near exit 31 and ended on Commerce Drive in Fairfield. It is not known what he is wanted for. According to unconfirmed reports, the suspect fought with police, resulting in the suspect being tased. He was transported to the hospital. There are no reports at this time of any trooper injuries.2026-01-23@9:48pm-- #Fairfield CT

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School Bus Crash!

Report of a 2 car crash involving a school bus on Mill Plain Road in Fairfield. The extent of the injuries is not known at this time, but two ambulances were dispatched. At the time I arrived the bus was not on scene, but was referred to as a school bus by unconfirmed radio reports.

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Senator Tony Hwang Commends Carla Miklos for Nearly 20 Years of Leadership at Operation Hope

FAIRFIELD, CT—State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) today announced his heartfelt appreciation and recognition of Carla Miklos, Executive Director of Operation Hope in Connecticut, following her announcement that she will retire at the end of March after nearly two decades of dedicated service. Throughout her tenure, Carla Miklos has been a steadfast advocate for individuals and families facing economic hardship and homelessness, drawing on her robust background to strengthen community-based solutions. Under her leadership, Operation Hope expanded its reach and deepened its impact, becoming a trusted lifeline for countless residents across the region. Senator Hwang and Miklos worked closely over many years to address the root causes of economic insecurity and homelessness, collaborating on efforts to support families navigating job loss, housing…

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Town of Fairfield Announces New Indoor Sidewalk Sale

Fairfield, CT – The Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community & Economic Development is excited to announce a new shopping event, the Indoor Sidewalk Sale, which will take place on Saturday, January 24th from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Fairfield University Store’s Second Story at 1499 Post Road. This will be a one-stop shop for some of your favorite Fairfield stores all in one spot. Participating merchants include Apricot Lane Boutique, Bailey Jaymes Boutique, Ciao Bella, Coreen’s Bridge Floral Shop, Jane + Mercer, Lexington Home & Garden, Olive My Stuff, Team Woofgang & Co., The PEHT Shop, and The Two Oh Three. Light bites and a cash bar will be available to event attendees. Parking is available on…

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Fairfield University Art Museum Exhibition For Which It Stands… to Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the U.S., Opening Jan. 23

FAIRFIELD, Conn. (Jan. 13, 2026) — The Fairfield University Art Museum is pleased to announce a major loan exhibition planned for spring 2026, as part of a series of cultural and artistic events at Fairfield University commemorating the 250th anniversary—semiquincentennial—of the United States. For Which It Stands… will run from January 23 through July 25, 2026, and will feature more than 70 works by diverse artists across art movements from the early 20th century to the present day, focusing on depictions of the American flag. The exhibition will include works ranging from Childe Hassam’s Italian Day, May 1918—lent by Art Bridges—to a new textile sculpture by Maria de Los Angeles, commissioned for the exhibition. Works by artists including Jasper Johns,…

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Truck Hits Gas Station

https://youtube.com/shorts/ub3nnwsuG6w Report of a box truck that crashed into Star Gas Station on Jennings Road in Fairfield. At this time it's unknown if they are able to stay open and how this will effect their recent renovations. We’re a two-person independent local news team, and by buying us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/doingitlocal, supporting us on Patreon at https://patreon.com/doingitlocal, donating via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=N56AVL6EUFP6N, or subscribing on Facebook, you help us continue delivering breaking local news while gaining access to special supporter-only behind-the-scenes content.

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Make Music Fairfield to Host Winter Solstice Stroll Through Downtown

FAIRFIELD, CT — Make Music Fairfield announced it will host the winter edition of its community music event, The Solstice Stroll, on Sunday, December 21, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., celebrating the winter solstice with song. The event will feature a musical promenade through the heart of Fairfield’s Cultural District, beginning at the Fairfield Theatre Company’s StageOne Box Office. Participants will stop at the Sacred Heart University Community Theatre and the Main Library before concluding at the Sherman Green Gazebo, where holiday-themed music will be performed throughout the walk. Organizers say the event is free and open to all, similar to Make Music Fairfield’s larger summer solstice festival. Musicians and singers of all skill levels are invited to participate,…

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