RJ Scofield

RJ Scofield is a local Patch editor for Connecticut. He has been working in journalism since graduating from Roger Williams University with a degree in journalism. RJ has lived in Connecticut for most of his life and enjoys sharing interesting local stories with readers while crafting compelling features about the unsung heroes of the community. He can be reached at rj.scofield@patch.com.

Biography:  https://patch.com/users/rj-schofield

99%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • RJ Scofield presents information in a neutral and balanced manner.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • RJ Scofield has not disclosed any conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • I-95 has been closed in both directions due to the crash resulting in major traffic jams.
  • No one was seriously injured but there was an increase in other crashes following the initial one.
  • The closure could last between two and five days.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Recent Articles

I-95 Shutdown in Norwalk: Tractor-Trailer Collision Causes Fire, Bridge Damage, and Multi-Day Closure

I-95 Shutdown in Norwalk: Tractor-Trailer Collision Causes Fire, Bridge Damage, and Multi-Day Closure

Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 On May 2, 2024, a tractor-trailer carrying gasoline caused a fire on Interstate 95 in Norwalk, Connecticut. The collision resulted in extensive damage to the bridge and utilities, shutting down both sides of the interstate for several days. No serious injuries were reported but one firefighter was injured. Approximately 8,500 gallons of fuel spilled into a catch basin and marine units were on scene to prevent it from entering the Norwalk River. Traffic jams ensued as roads including Fairfield Avenue, Cedar Street, Stuart Avenue were closed.