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Our 10 Favorite Festivals in Connecticut

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CT Renaissance Faire, Lebanon, CT

Every October, enjoy family fun at the Connecticut Renaissance Faire to see what it might have been like to live in 16th century England. There are numerous daily events including acrobats, parades,…
Every October, enjoy family fun at the Connecticut Renaissance Faire to see what it might have been…

Satiate your craving: Connecticut's Best Mac and Cheese

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These Guys Brewery, Norwich, CT

These Guy’s Brewery has transformed a former industrial building in downtown Norwich into a hip spot for drinks and delectable foods. Their Buffalo chicken mac & cheese and mac & cheese…
These Guy’s Brewery has transformed a former industrial building in downtown Norwich into a…

8 Best Soup Places in Connecticut

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Irene's Family Restaurant & Catering, Norwich, CT

Irene’s has cups and bowls of soups (for $3.75 and $4.95 each, respectively) for you to order with your meal. Their soup of the day is often a creamy or broth soup, adding a bit of variety to…
Irene’s has cups and bowls of soups (for $3.75 and $4.95 each, respectively) for you to order…

The 14 Best Camping Spots in Connecticut!

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Salt Rock, Baltic, CT

Good news for pet lovers! Two pets are allowed per campsite rental, making this a great spot to bring your dogs camping. There are a total of 71 tent and RV sites available for rent at Salt Rock…
Good news for pet lovers! Two pets are allowed per campsite rental, making this a great spot to…

The 8 Best Mexican Restaurants in Connecticut!

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Joy’s Restaurant, Norwich, CT

Joy’s Mexican food is impressive, hearty, and flavorful. The menu is packed with traditional favorites like fajitas, enchiladas, and tortas, but the stand out is really their tamales. The…
Joy’s Mexican food is impressive, hearty, and flavorful. The menu is packed with traditional…

10 Best Plumbers in Connecticut

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Drainworks Plumbing and Septic, Columbia, CT

Plumbing is a dirty job, but the Drainworks team is always up to the toughest challenges. From working on sewer and septic systems to hydro jetting and basement waterproofing, they take on the…
Plumbing is a dirty job, but the Drainworks team is always up to the toughest challenges. From…

11 Best Libraries in Connecticut

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Otis Library, Norwich, CT

In 2016, Otis Library was honored by President Obama at the White House for receiving a National Medal for Museum and Library Service. This alone suggests that Otis Library provides excellent service…
In 2016, Otis Library was honored by President Obama at the White House for receiving a National…

The 13 Most Unique (and Amazing) Restaurants in Connecticut

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These Guys Brewing, Norwich, CT

With tasty homebrewed beers and amazing guest beers, pairing your meal with a drink is certainly in order. Their ale battered fish and chips are spiced and seasoned to perfection and their appetizers…
With tasty homebrewed beers and amazing guest beers, pairing your meal with a drink is certainly in…

10 Best Wedding Planners in Connecticut

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DWP Events, Bozrah, CT

DWP Events offers all aspects of planning and coordination for busy brides-to-be. With a range of vendors in every category, Debra and her team work alongside the bride to find the best fit that will…
DWP Events offers all aspects of planning and coordination for busy brides-to-be. With a range of…

Connecticut's 15 Most Amazing Wonders

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Yantic Falls, Norwich, CT

Located in an unsuspecting location just outside of the industrial downtown Norwich, visitors will find a beautiful waterfall. Yantic Falls, also known as Indian Leap, is a small park with a…
Located in an unsuspecting location just outside of the industrial downtown Norwich, visitors will…
Best Things In & Around North Franklin, CT
The 8 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in Connecticut!

These Guys Brewery, Norwich, CT

Featured in The 8 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in Connecticut!
These Guy’s Brewery has transformed a former industrial building in downtown Norwich into a hip spot for drinks and delectable foods. Their Buffalo chicken mac & cheese and mac & cheese… Read More
8 Best Soup Places in Connecticut

Irene's Family Restaurant & Catering, Norwich, CT

Featured in 8 Best Soup Places in Connecticut
Irene’s has cups and bowls of soups (for $3.75 and $4.95 each, respectively) for you to order with your meal. Their soup of the day is often a creamy or broth soup, adding a bit of variety to… Read More
The 10 Best Wedding Locations in Connecticut!

Wrights Mill Farm, Canterbury, CT

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For a romantic, countryside wedding, Wrights Mill Farm is an excellent venue that is equally beautiful throughout all four seasons. Depending on which wedding package you select, a horse drawn… Read More
The 10 Best Arcades in Connecticut!

Mohegan Sun, Uncasville, CT

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Mohegan Sun Resort and Casino has a Kid’s Quest and a Cyber Quest. Kid’s Quest is a fun childcare facility in Mohegan Sun for kids age six weeks to 12-years-old. It features a separate… Read More
The 10 Best Festivals in Connecticut!

CT Renaissance Faire, Lebanon, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Festivals in Connecticut!
Every October, enjoy family fun at the Connecticut Renaissance Faire to see what it might have been like to live in 16th century England. There are numerous daily events including acrobats, parades,… Read More
The 10 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Connecticut!

Pachaug State Forest, Voluntown, CT

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Pachaug State Forest is 24,000 acres of gorgeous woods, ponds, and trails made for mountain biking. This state forest is a great option to take bikes out for a spin, and biking, particularly in the… Read More
10 Best Attorneys in Connecticut

Jeffrey T. Walsh, Manchester and Hebron, CT

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In a perfect world, real estate transactions and estate turnovers would go off without a hitch. But rarely are things so easy. Jeffrey T. Walsh specializes in real estate law to help clients preserve… Read More
The 8 Best Mexican Restaurants in Connecticut!

Joy’s Restaurant, Norwich, CT

Featured in The 8 Best Mexican Restaurants in Connecticut!
Joy’s Mexican food is impressive, hearty, and flavorful. The menu is packed with traditional favorites like fajitas, enchiladas, and tortas, but the stand out is really their tamales. The… Read More
The 10 Best Bagel Shops in Connecticut!

Flanders Bakery, East Lyme, CT

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As a long-time local favorite, Flanders Bakery easily serves the best bagels, doughnuts, and breakfast pastries in the area. With bagel options like egg, pepper jack, Asiago cheese, cinnamon raison… Read More
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Events around North Franklin, CT
Jul
03

Fourth Of July Weekend Karaoke Party

7:30 PM
Strange Brew Pub, Norwich, CT
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Jul
04

Independence Day Parade and VFW Ceremony

10:00 AM
Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School, Canterbury, CT
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Jul
08

Norwich Harbor Fireworks

5:00 PM
Howard T. Brown Memorial Park, Norwich, CT
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Jul
08

5 Seconds of Summer - Soundcheck Upgrade

7:00 PM
Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
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Jul
15

Death Cab for Cutie: Asphalt Meadows Tour

7:30 PM
Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
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Jul
21

THIRD EYE BLIND: Summer Gods Tour 2022

7:00 PM
Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
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Jul
22

OneRepublic: Never Ending Summer Tour

7:00 PM
Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
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North Franklin News

Governor Lamont Appoints Joann Ryan as Chair of Board of Regents, Names Juanita T. James and James McCarthy as Board Members

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 1, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 30th, announced he is appointing JoAnn Ryan to serve as chair of the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), and Juanita T. James and… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision in West Virginia v. EPA

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 1, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 30th, released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in West Virginia v. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: “This is… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - June 30, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 1, 2022
Hartford, CT – As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of… Read More

Senators Duff and Maroney File Request With US Senator Cantwell to Legislate American's Data Privacy

June 30, 2022
On June 29th, state Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk) and state Senator James Maroney (D-Milford) requested that US Senator Maria Cantwell, Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, review… Read More

Governor Lamont Reminds Residents That Connecticut’s Gas Tax Holiday and Fare-Free Bus Service Have Been Extended for Several Additional Months

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 30, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 29th, is reminding Connecticut residents that the law he signed earlier this year that suspends the state’s 25-cent-per-gallon excise tax on… Read More

Schedule of 2022 Connecticut Fireworks

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 30, 2022
As friends and families make plans to get together this weekend to celebrate Independence Day, I wanted to highlight the large number of fireworks shows that are happening across Connecticut in… Read More

Governor Lamont Appoints Mark Kohler as Secretary of the State

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 30, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 30th, announced that he will name Mark F. Kohler of North Haven to fill the vacancy of the Office of the Secretary of the State created by the… Read More

Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Package Expanding Community Access to Water Infrastructure Funding

From: Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
June 30, 2022
Bipartisan water package readies communities to harness federal infrastructure dollars Lansing, MI. – On June 30th, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 5890, 5891 and 5892 to… Read More

Governor Lamont Issues Declaration Enabling Crucial Federal Support for COVID-19 Response to Continue for Several More Months

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 29, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 28th, announced that he has signed a declaration that will enable crucial federal support Connecticut has been receiving throughout the COVID-19… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on the Resignation of Secretary Merrill

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 29, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the announcement made on June 28th, by Secretary of the State Denise Merrill that she intends to resign from her… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Return of Program Allowing Children To Receive Free Admission at Connecticut Museums During the Summer Months

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 29, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 29th, announced that the popular state program Connecticut Summer at the Museum is returning for the 2022 summer season, enabling Connecticut children… Read More

Governor Lamont Reminds Residents That Connecticut’s Minimum Wage Is Scheduled To Increase on Friday

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 27, 2022
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont is reminding Connecticut residents that the state’s minimum wage will increase from the current rate of $13.00 per hour to $14.00 per hour beginning on… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe Vs. Wade

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 25, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 24th, released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturns the… Read More

Senator Duff Releases Statement In Response To Supreme Court Ruling On Abortion Rights And Access

June 25, 2022
On June 24th, Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk) released the following statement after the Supreme Court today ruled in Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health to effectively strike down Roe v Wade,… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - June 24, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 25, 2022
Hartford, CT – As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of… Read More
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The Farmer's Cow

The Farmer's Cow
49 Chappel Road, Lebanon, CT
The Farmer’s Cow is a group of six family-owned dairy farms that welcomes people to visit the farms for fun farm tours. During the tours, whi... Read More

James L. Goodwin Conservation Center

James L. Goodwin Conservation Center
23 Potter Road, Hampton, CT
About Us:The James L. Goodwin Conservation Center is an environmental education facility owned and operated by the Connecticut Department of Energy... Read More

Windham Textile And History Museum

Windham Textile And History Museum
411 Main Street, Willimantic, CT
The Windham Textile and History Museum, also known as The Mill Museum, is located in the historic former headquarters of the American Thread Compan... Read More

Windham Area Skate Park at Lauter Park

Windham Area Skate Park at Lauter Park
625 Jackson Street, Willimantic, CT
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Leffingwell House Museum

Leffingwell House Museum
348 Washington Street, Norwich, CT
Leffingwell House Museum (Circa 1675) is one of the finest restored examples of New England Colonial architecture. We are open from April to Octobe... Read More

Donald L. Alfiero Skateboard Park

Donald L. Alfiero Skateboard Park
8 Mahan Dr., Norwich, CT
Donald Alfiero Skate Park is open and unsupervised daily throughout the year. It is recommended that all patrons wear a helmet, elbow and knee pads... Read More

Water's Edge Family Campground

Water's Edge Family Campground
271 Leonard Bridge Road, Lebanon, CT
Enjoy a campsite on our ten-acre, spring fed lake, and join the activities in our large recreation hall or at the lake. All campsites are appropria... Read More

The Spa at Norwich Inn

The Spa at Norwich Inn
607 West Thames Street, Norwich, CT
The Spa at Norwich Inn is located on an expansive forty-two acre property in the woodlands of eastern Connecticut. For over 75 years, The Spa at No... Read More

Mohegan Sun Casino

Mohegan Sun Casino
1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard, Uncasville, CT
About Us:A world at play and a world to its own, Mohegan Sun, created in 1996 by the Mohegan Tribe of Connecticut, is one of the world's most amazi... Read More
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