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22/07/2024

Changes proposed to the former Regal Cinemas site retain plans for adaptive resuse of the former theater building as a self-storage facility (seen at back in this rendering). The new plan replaces a proposed single large-scale commercial/residential building to instead include one mixed-used building fronting 329 East Main Street/Route 1 (as seen partially at front in this rendering) together with three multi-family residential buildings with a more communal feel. A previously proposed drive-thru coffee shop in the building fronting Route 1 has also been eliminated from the new plan that’s under review by Branford’s Planning and Zoning Commission. Image capture from BCTV on YouTube

A revised set of applications for the proposed redevelopment of the Regal Cinemas site at 329 East Main Street are currently being reviewed by the Branford Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), which ...

22/07/2024

"This is not our building. This is our community’s building -- something they can be proud of." North Branford Chief of Police James Lovelace (center, left); shown here with Mayor Rose Angeloni as they cut the police tape ribbon on July 17 to open the state-of-the art North Branford Police Department (NBPD) facility at 305 Forest Road. Pam Johnson photo/The Sound
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North Branford Police Department

On July 17, community stakeholders and supporters came out to celebrate the new North Branford Police Department (NBPD) facility, fulfilling a long-term goal for the town. A crowd of supporters cheere...

20/07/2024

Branford Compassion Club (BCC) is hosting a kitten shower on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Branford Community House. Seating is limited, RSVP early to [email protected] More information at this link.

Press Release, Branford Compassion Club Branford Compassion Club (BCC) is hosting a kitten shower on Saturday, Aug.17 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Branford Community House located at 46 Church Street. An a...

20/07/2024

In addition to its regular Tuesday and Thursday hours, the Branford Registrars of Voters office will be open on Friday, July 26, from noon to 2 p.m. for voter registration in advance of the upcoming US Senate Republican Primary on Tuesday, Aug. 13. The office is located at 40 Kirkham Street. See more details on the primary, early voting and polling locations at this link.

Press Release, Branford Registrars of Voters In addition to its regular Tuesday and Thursday hours, the Branford Registrars of Voters office will be open on Friday, July 26, from noon to 2 p.m. for vo...

20/07/2024

An orientation to welcome the North Branford High School (NBHS) freshman Class of 2028 and newly enrolled students will be held on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to noon. Both parents and students are invited and encouraged to attend.

Press Release, North Branford High School An orientation to welcome the North Branford High School (NBHS) freshman Class of 2028 and newly enrolled students will be held on Thursday, Aug. 22, from 10 ...

20/07/2024

"I feel so blessed to invite my local Connecticut friends and fans to join me in Branford [to]watch me perform.” Known for her combination of eloquent taste and value of playing melodically, flautist Sherry Winston has achieved success in the music and business industries. She performs Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m., at Branford Jazz on the Green Gregory Burrus Productions photo

Press Release, Branford Jazz Series Known for her combination of eloquent taste and value of playing melodically, flautist Sherry Winston has achieved success in the music and business industries. On...

20/07/2024

"In 2023, Branford Community Foundation (BCF) witnessed remarkable generosity and saw the most donors ever supporting the BCF operating and annual appeals (excluding the 2020 COVID-19 Fund initiative). The endowment stands strong at just over $3 million, allowing the Foundation to invest nearly $175,000 in 2023 into Branford through grants, scholarships, and sponsorship awards in partnership with GSB. This puts overall investment into the community since 2013 at over $1.5 million." - BCF press release, read full release at this link.

Press Release, Branford Community Foundation The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to announce the distribution of the 2023 Impact Report, a reflection and documentation of the progress a...

18/07/2024

The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce (SCC) proudly presents its 9th Annual Women of Excellence Luncheon at Woodwinds in Branford on Tuesday, Aug. 13, honoring women from Branford, Guilford and North Branford. Shown here, the SCC Women of Excellence 2023 honorees (l-r) Stephanie Herzog, Katie Balestracci, Christine Beirne, Rose Angeloni, Jeanette Mobeck, Bonnie Symansky, with event emcee Ann Nyberg (far right), who will once again emcee this year’s luncheon. Names of this year's honorees appear in this article together with ticket information to attend the luncheon. Photo courtesy Shoreline Chamber - CT

The Shoreline Chamber of Commerce proudly presents its 9th Annual Women of Excellence Luncheon, Tuesday, August 13 at Woodwinds, 29 Schoolground Road, Branford. Doors open at 11 a.m. and the event wil...

17/07/2024

Stakeholders and supporters came out to celebrate with a ribbon-cutting to officially open North Branford Police Department’s new facility on July 17. Look for The Sound’s story coming soon! Pam Johnson photos/ The Sound

14/07/2024

The project, which has a targeted completion of June 2025, begins now with excavation work at the site at 185 Damascus Road. Find more information at this story. Pam Johnson photo/The Sound

On July 12, many community players involved in supporting Branford’s town-wide athletic fields/facilities improvement initiative came out to celebrate breaking ground for the first project on the dash...

13/07/2024

Now in its 27th year, Branford Land Trust’s (BLT) popular hands-on Environmental Day Camp will be held on Monday, Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m at the Killam’s Point Conference Center in Branford. Registration is open now for children ages 5 to 9, who will enjoy lots of hands-on activities. More info in this article. Photo courtesy BLT
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Branford Land Trust

Press Release, Branford Land Trust Registration is now open for the Branford Land Trust’s (BLT) popular hands-on Environmental Day Camp to be held on Monday, Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m at the Killa...

13/07/2024

Beginning at 8:30 am Monday, July 15, through 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, the Town of North Branford opening cooling stations for any residents in need at North Branford Town Hall (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and Atwater Memorial Library (10 a.m to 8 p.m.). Additional details in this article.

Press Release, Town of North Branford The State of Connecticut has activated its Extreme Hot Weather Protocol with oppressive temperatures and humidity expected starting Sunday, July 14, through Wedne...

13/07/2024

The Branford Community Foundation distributed over $49,000 in 37 individual scholarship awards to graduating seniors of the Branford High School (BHS) Class of 2024. See scholarship awards and awardees at this story.
Branford Community Foundation

Press Release, Branford Community Foundation The Branford Community Foundation (BCF) is pleased to announce the distribution of over $49,000 in 37 individual scholarship awards to graduating seniors a...

12/07/2024

Many community players involved in supporting Branford’s new athletic fields/facilities initiative came out to celebrate groundbreaking on the new multi-field and facilities project at Walsh Intermediate School today, July 12. Look for The Sound’s story coming soon! Pam Johnson photos/The Sound

09/07/2024

On July 11, New London Big Band will return for another Branford Jazz Series appearance at 6:30 p.m. on the Branford Town Green. Image courtesy Branford Jazz on the Green

Submitted by Victor Amatori, Branford Jazz Committee Member For as long as he can recall, New London Big Band leader, Sean Nelson, envisioned the day that he wanted to lead an epic jazz orchestra of 1...

09/07/2024

With its latest round of check presentations, the North Branford Town Council has expended $75,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds earmarked to support several North Branford nonprofits. The council’s recent distributions of checks included those to North Branford Youth Football and Cheer, North Branford Youth Lacrosse, North Branford Soccer Club, North Branford Food Pantry, North Branford Land Conservation Trust, and Water N’ Web Waterbird Rehabilitations. Shown here, North Branford Soccer Club members with Mayor Rose Angeloni. See more photos at this story. Photo courtesy Town of North Branford
North Branford, Connecticut

Press Release, Town of North Branford The North Branford Town Council has expended its Nonprofit Support Fund created from federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, sending critical support to s...

09/07/2024

The 22nd Annual Night Out to benefit Camp Rising Sun is set for Wednesday July 17 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Ownego Inn in Branford. Ticket info and more news in this story. Image from camprisingsun.com https://www.zip06.com/news/20240709/camp-rising-sun-hosts-22nd-annual-night-out-july-17/
Owenego Inn and Beach Club
Camp Rising Sun

Press Release, Camp Rising Sun Camp Rising Sun, known for providing nurturing camp experiences for children diagnosed with cancer, proudly announces its 22nd Annual Night Out to Benefit the Kids at C...

09/07/2024

The Town of Branford announces several public building locations serving as cooling centers during the extreme heat event. Branford, Connecticut

Community Message, Town of Branford July 8, 2024: As extreme heat and humidity is expected to impact our area over the next several days, the town has announced that the following locations will serve...

09/07/2024

Information for North Branford residents to access public building cooling centers providing relief during extreme hot weather from July 8 through July 10.
North Branford, Connecticut

Press Release Town of North Branford The State of Connecticut has activated its Extreme Hot Weather Protocol with oppressive temperatures and humidity expected starting Monday, July 8, through Wednesd...

02/07/2024

On Saturday, July 13, handicapped accessibility/law compliance proponents Peace Love & ACCESSibility (PLA) will hold its first Community Access Awareness Day from 1 to 4 p.m. at 1 North Street in North Branford. Peace Love & ACCESSibility
North Branford, Connecticut

As a family with two wheelchair users facing a trend of declining attention to accessibility, together with controversial issues tied to accessible parking, North Branford residents Alex Bode, her br...

02/07/2024

“I really feel like there’s something here for everybody. I want everyone to know that we’ve earned their trust; that they can come time and time again and their hard-earned dollars being spent here are well-spent.” - Stephen Goglia. Lockworks Tavern (shown here) and SaltBrick Prime (see story for photo) opened to the public on June 28, under the creative and talented guidance of Goglia, a long-time Branford resident and accomplished restaurateur. Pam Johnson photo/The Sound
Branford, Connecticut

Based on the buzz, brilliant surrounds, and fantastic food and drink at the June 27 sneak peek celebration, Branford is going to love its tandem new eateries, Lockworks Tavern and SaltBrick Prime. Bot...

02/07/2024

As a mail carrier by day, Northford native and children’s author Jason Cisto walked his ideas around the block a few times when crafting concepts for the latest messages found in his Buddy Barker children’s book series.

As a mail carrier by day, children’s author Jason Cisto walked his ideas around the block a few times when crafting concepts for the latest messages found in his Buddy Barker children’s book series, i...

28/06/2024

“The ribbon cutting will not only signify a new era for police and emergency operations center for North Branford but will also set the standard for agencies around the state"- North Branford Police Department (NBPD) Chief James Lovelace. On Wednesday, July 17, North Branford will celebrate the completion of the new North Branford Police Department (NBPD) and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) with a grand opening and ribbon cutting event at 9:30 a.m. at the new facility. The public is invited. NBPD also invites the public to open hours tours planned for June 29, July 3 and another date TBA. A virtual tour is also in development. More details in this story. Image from NBPD on Facebook

On Wednesday, July 17, North Branford will celebrate the completion of the new North Branford Police Department (NBPD) and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) with a grand opening and ribbon cutting eve...

27/06/2024

Branford is going to love its tandem new eateries Lockworks Tavern and SaltBrick Prime, both opening to the public June 28 in Lockworks Square. The Sound is at tonight’s sneak peek celebration. Pam Johnson photos/The Sound
Branford, Connecticut

27/06/2024

Dinosaurs will descend upon Branford’s Stony Creek village in July as part of “Dinos in the Creek Week” featuring programs such as Expedition: Dino Squad; A Very Magical READasaurus Adventure; and more at the Stony Creek Museum and Legacy Theatre. Photo courtesy Legacy Theatre

Press Release, Legacy Theatre Dinosaurs will descend upon the Stony Creek village in Branford in July as part of “Dinos in the Creek Week” featuring programs such as Expedition: Dino Squad; A Very Ma...

27/06/2024

“There really are no negatives to this campaign. I hope to bring this across the state, across our surrounding states, and across North America." Ken Engelman, organizer of the “Please Be Kind” initiative of nonprofit Community Volunteers United. Now entering its seventh month, the effort has grown to display signs across 33 towns statewide. Shown here, Engelman meets with area legislators during their recent ‘Coffee and Conversation’ event at Twin Pines Diner in East Haven, including (l-r): 86th District House Republican leader Vincent Candelora; 34th District Senator Paul Cicarella; and 99th District Represenative Joe Zullo. Photo courtesy Ken Engelman as shared by Rep. Zullo on Facebook
Community Volunteers United (CVU)
Branford, Connecticut
North Branford, Connecticut

Back in January, Branford resident Ken Engelman launched a simple, straightforward “Please Be Kind!” lawn sign campaign in town, as an initiative of the nonprofit organization he founded, Community Vo...

23/06/2024

Fantastic finale for Branford Fireworks 2024! Pam Johnson video/The Sound

22/06/2024

“We’re grateful to all our volunteers, our customers, our consigners, and the whole community. They all work together to make us profitable so that we can support Branford organizations.” - Homemaker board president Pat Mansfield. File Photo by Pam Johnson/The Sound
Homemaker Thrift Shop
Branford, Connecticut

After giving away an astounding $75,000 in donations to Branford charities in 2023, Homemaker Thrift Shop has raised the bar by giving away an amazing $88,000 to support local organizations in 2024. ...

22/06/2024

Grammy award-nominated drummer and composer Dan Pugach brings his 17-piece Big Band to Branford to kick off the free Branford Jazz on the Green series Thursday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. Photo by Ben O’Brien Smith
Branford, Connecticut
Branford Jazz on the Green

Staff Report The beloved Branford Jazz on the Green series kicks off Thursday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. with Grammy award-nominated drummer and composer Dan Pugach and his Big Band. “I cannot wait to per...

22/06/2024

To celebrate the official launch of the new restaurants in Branford, Lockworks Hospitality Group has grand openings planned for Saltbrick Prime and Lockworks Tavern on Friday, June 28.
Lockworks Tavern
Branford, Connecticut

Press Release, Lockworks Hospitality Group With its rich history and innovative menus, Lockworks Hospitality Group is thrilled to introduce Saltbrick Prime and Lockworks Tavern as the two newest dinin...