<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[All About Cheshire Connecticut]]></title><description><![CDATA[https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/all-articles</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:54:38 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Cheshire Volunteer Fire Department was organized in 1912 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Founding and Early Operations (1912–1913) The Cheshire Volunteer Fire Department was organized in 1912 to protect the town's 33.4-square-mile area. The department has been led by 16 fire chiefs throughout its history. Initial organizational steps and acquisitions are documented in local records from 1912: May 1912: The department finalized arrangements to elect approximately twenty additional members, advanced plans to purchase a hook and ladder truck, and debated acquiring permanent...]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/the-cheshire-volunteer-fire-department-was-organized-in-1912</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3b47c17c6c6389eb86f961</guid><category><![CDATA[People]]></category><category><![CDATA[Local History]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 03:02:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/60950c08c94d45479365133f9df72605.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Richard {Reggie} Smith</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheshire High School's senior pitching sensation, Jenica Matos]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Legend of Cheshire’s Unhittable Ace If you happen to step into the batter's box against Cheshire High School's senior pitching sensation, Jenica Matos, your chances of making contact are, scientifically speaking, somewhere between "slim" and "absolutely not." Over her high school career, Matos didn't just dominate Connecticut softball; she practically rewrote the physics of the sport. What makes her historic run into the record books truly spectacular is that she did it all while dealing...]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/cheshire-high-school-s-senior-pitching-sensation-jenica-matos</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3b45e5e48ba4122ae8fe0b</guid><category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category><category><![CDATA[People]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 02:55:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76799a_45df024de8004653b047540a0b89e565~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_483,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Richard {Reggie} Smith</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edmond and Alice Brodeur and The History of Cheshire Street and Vicinity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The History of Cheshire Street and Vicinity, 1694–1971.   Richard Reggie Smith Research/Editor Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) 4.0 In 1971, Edmond E. Brodeur and his wife, Alice S. Rouleau Brodeur, published a 51-page historical booklet titled The History of Cheshire Street and Vicinity, 1694–1971. Though modest in size, the publication became an important resource for documenting the history of northeastern Cheshire and neighboring sections of the Quinnipiac River valley before...]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/edmond-and-alice-brodeur-and-the-history-of-cheshire-street-and-vicinity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a35fcf8f03acb9f7aabb68b</guid><category><![CDATA[Yester Year]]></category><category><![CDATA[People]]></category><category><![CDATA[Local History]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:52:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76799a_613a76a17d6640dc8554f9dd6c167a90~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_431,h_438,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Richard {Reggie} Smith</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the Drummer Met the Sergeant: Cheshire's Atwaters and Joseph Plumb Martin]]></title><description><![CDATA[By Richard "Reggie" Smith Research/Editor Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) 4.0 The story of the American Revolution is often told through the actions of generals and statesmen, but the war was ultimately fought by ordinary men who endured extraordinary hardships. Few accounts capture that reality better than the memoir of Joseph Plumb Martin, the Connecticut soldier whose vivid recollections remain one of the most important firsthand narratives of the Revolutionary War. What is less...]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/when-the-drummer-met-the-sergeant-cheshire-s-atwaters-and-joseph-plumb-martin</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2cb775bcc160effdeb3b61</guid><category><![CDATA[People]]></category><category><![CDATA[Local History]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 02:13:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76799a_f424b287fe84480cade569221a5eee4c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_572,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Richard {Reggie} Smith</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The most significant recent developments in Cheshire, Connecticut (06410)]]></title><description><![CDATA[CHESHIRE, CT — Municipal budget decisions, a high-profile gubernatorial campaign visit, a contested housing application, and historic high school athletic achievements highlight recent local developments in Cheshire. Political &#38; Town Updates Governor Ned Lamont Campaign Stop: On June 10, 2026, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont made a campaign appearance in Cheshire. During the event, Lamont focused on addressing high utility costs across the state. His outlined proposals include introducing...]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/the-most-significant-recent-developments-in-cheshire-connecticut-06410</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a133d8ae4d2c74dd13fb6</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:50:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76799a_c861a4aefb514645ab14171312a56e08~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_655,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Richard {Reggie} Smith</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating Municipal Oversight in the Final Stages of Dual-School Construction in Cheshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the New Cheshire Elementary Schools Building Committee moves closer to project completion, its role will continue to focus on fine-tuning details and managing final tasks. The committee’s disciplined approach to financial oversight and schedule management sets a positive example for municipal projects.
The committee’s experience also offers lessons for other communities undertaking large public projects: clear communication, early financial review, and flexibility.]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/navigating-municipal-oversight-in-the-final-stages-of-dual-school-construction-in-cheshire</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a0e93b2d71ad74fedf0bc</guid><category><![CDATA[Opinion]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:38:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76799a_1a60ca0f46684e38a6d52777bca6d4e3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_455,h_411,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Richard {Reggie} Smith</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheshire Connecticut 06410 local events June 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheshire Strawberry Festival &#38; Craft Fair: This historic town tradition returns on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Located at the First Congregational Church Green (111 Church Dr), the free-admission event includes fresh strawberry shortcake, a community expo, and handcrafted items from juried artisans. Live entertainment will be provided by the Cheshire Community Orchestra.  ]]></description><link>https://www.cheshirectphoenixnews.com/post/cheshire-connecticut-06410-local-events-june-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2a0b7eb2d71ad74fede96f</guid><category><![CDATA[Events]]></category><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:22:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76799a_d6e7eda8d1154a99892088caa31b5da3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Staff</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheshire Athletics Championship Spirit: Celebrating Excellence and Community Engagement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheshire’s athletic programs and community events create a vibrant environment where competition and connection thrive. The success of the girls’ and boys’ teams at both Cheshire High School and Cheshire Academy reflects years of commitment and passion. Meanwhile, community races bring people together to celebrate fitness and friendship.

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