Aaron Boyd

I began college at the University of Connecticut in 2004 with a love of history and the written word. After traveling around Central America and Europe, I realized I wanted to be a part of recording history as it happened, not just analyzing others' renditions of the past. Journalism became a natural fit, and as print publications continued to shrink and disappear altogether, it became clear that the future of reporting, especially in the written form, would be online.
At UConn I wrote for and helped edit UdotConn, the university's first news source published solely online, and after graduation I took a job covering the town of East Hampton for Hamptons.com, a pioneer in local online news coverage servicing the East End of Long Island. By the end of my tenure with Hamptons.com, I was working as the news editor for the entire South Fork, from Riverhead to Montauk. A New Englander born-and-bred, I was excited about the opportunity to return to Connecticut with Patch. Coming to Brookfield, a quintessential New England town, certainly feels like coming home.

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Holidays

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Need the lowdown on the local parade? Planning your holiday menu? This is the space…More to get all the information you need to make the holidays extra special.

Entertainment

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"From performing arts to painting to music and more

Giving

660 Posts, 48 Followers

A list of chartiable events and opportunities. Want to give back? This is your place.

Government

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Keep your elected officials honest. Read about local politicians and their decisions.

Around Town

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"Did you see that thing?! If so

Obituaries

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Thoughts and memories of our community members who have passed. Share your tributes…More in our Obituaries Group.

Sports

822 Posts, 48 Followers

"From youth sports to high school

Back to School

15 Posts, 48 Followers

Get ready for school! All you need to know to be prepared on the first day.

Breast Cancer Awareness

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Your source for up-to-date information and events about breast cancer awareness.

Business

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The official Patch Group covering local businesses and the economic and political…More conditions that effect them.

Food & Drink

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All the best food and drink events around town. Like to wine and dine? This group's…More for you.

Opinion

1129 Posts, 48 Followers

Disagree with your neighbor? Don't just stew over it; write about it.

Breaking News

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"The biggest stories as soon as they happen

On Campus

0 Posts, 48 Followers

"What's the latest college buzz? Hear what students

Garage Sales

63 Posts, 48 Followers

"A list of garage saled

Summer

41 Posts, 48 Followers

"Summer's here

Babies!

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"When there's an addition to the family

Volunteering

192 Posts, 48 Followers

Stories about how you and your neighbors give back to the community and the worthy…More causes that your town has adopted.

Top News

4604 Posts, 48 Followers

"The most interesting posts every day from every group

House & Home

350 Posts, 48 Followers

"Real estate. Home improvement. Gardening. If it's about your home

Police & Fire

551 Posts, 48 Followers

"The official Patch Group covering crime and public safety. If you're not following…More this group

Success Stories

42 Posts, 48 Followers

Is business booming? Are you running out of space on your trophy shelf? Share your…More success stories here.

Readers' Choice

64 Posts, 48 Followers

What's the best brunch spot in your neighborhood? Who gives the best haircut? Your…More vote can help decide all this and much more!

Pets

36 Posts, 1 Follower

"From adoptable animals to lost and found felines to the cutest critters in town

Recreation

213 Posts, 48 Followers

Life should never be all work and no play. Read on to find ways to add fun and…More fitness to your day.

Government Voices

33 Posts, 48 Followers

"Cutting edge coverage on political events

Family

412 Posts, 48 Followers

"Events and stories for families: weekend plans

Religion

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Stay up to date on the latest events occurring at churches in your area.

Local Connections

82 Posts, 48 Followers

Heartwarming stories from friends and neighbors in your community.

Transportation

1 Post, 48 Followers

Every day you gotta go somewhere. Make sure you're choosing the best way.

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