How do I find an old newspaper article for free?

I am trying to find an old newspaper article, having trouble finding how to retrieve on internet?

• newspaper article would be for derby / new haven connecticut area between the years 1985 through 1990

• Answer:

  A newspaper article from that time period may not be available online. You might try to contact the newspaper by phone to make your request. Another possibility would be the New Haven Public Library. They may have a newspaper collection or microfilmed copies.