The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!

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Lantern Hill Trail, North Stonington, CT

Lantern Hill Trail takes you up to a 491-foot hill and is a moderate difficulty hike. Leashed dogs can accompany their owners on this hike. From the top of the hill, you’ll have views of…

Lantern Hill Trail takes you up to a 491-foot hill and is a moderate difficulty hike. Leashed dogs…

Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Connecticut!

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Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center, Mashantucket, CT

A rainy spring day is a perfect time to explore this fantastic complex, owned by and dedicated to the area tribe. There are interactive programs, art, a recreation of a 16th century village, dioramas…

A rainy spring day is a perfect time to explore this fantastic complex, owned by and dedicated to…

The 9 Best Spas in Connecticut!

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G Spa at Fox Tower, Foxwoods Resort and Casino, Mashantucket, CT

Enjoy a full weekend of pampering and fun at the Foxwoods Resort and Casino by indulging in live entertainment, gambling, great food, and a treatment or two in the G Spa. The G Spa features a lovely…

Enjoy a full weekend of pampering and fun at the Foxwoods Resort and Casino by indulging in live…

The 6 Best Theme Bars in Connecticut!

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The Handlebar Café, Pawcatuck, CT

The Handlebar Café is a biker bar with ample parking designated specifically for those arriving on a bike. The building features an eye-catching mural of a motorcycle outside, an edgy interior…

The Handlebar Café is a biker bar with ample parking designated specifically for those…

The Best Places for BIG Food in Connecticut!

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Mel’s Downtown Creamery, Pawcatuck, CT

If you are an ice cream lover, here’s one for you: The Big Kahuna Challenge. Dig into eight scoops of ice cream, seven toppings, one banana, and one brownie all topped with whipped cream and…

If you are an ice cream lover, here’s one for you: The Big Kahuna Challenge. Dig into eight…

The 9 Best Arcades in Connecticut!

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The Tree House Arcade, Ledyard, CT

The Tree House Arcade at Foxwoods Resort and Casino is a perfect option for kids and teens to play while parents enjoy their own casino games. Games at the Tree House Arcade include arcade classics,…

The Tree House Arcade at Foxwoods Resort and Casino is a perfect option for kids and teens to play…

The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Connecticut!

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S&P Oyster, Mystic, CT

Stop by this traditional New England restaurant for fresh seafood fare. Dine outside on their patio while admiring the boats passing by and enjoy views of the Mystic River. S&P Oyster serves a…

Stop by this traditional New England restaurant for fresh seafood fare. Dine outside on their patio…

The 12 Most Romantic Spots in Connecticut!

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S&P Oyster Restaurant & Bar, Mystic, CT

S&P Oyster has been a local and tourist favorite for many years due to their stunning atmosphere and delectable seafood dishes. Located right on the water in downtown Mystic, S&P Oyster is a…

S&P Oyster has been a local and tourist favorite for many years due to their stunning…

The 10 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Connecticut!

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Kelley’s Pace, Mystic, CT

For all of your running needs, stop at the famous Kelley’s Pace in Mystic, which was founded by John Kelley, winner of the Boston Marathon in 1957. Casual and professional runners alike will…

For all of your running needs, stop at the famous Kelley’s Pace in Mystic, which was founded…

The 10 Best Places for Crab in Connecticut!

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S&P Oyster Co., Mystic, CT

This much-loved seafood restaurant provides beautiful views overlooking the Mystic River and downtown Mystic. Sit out on the patio while enjoying a jumbo lump crab salad and views of the boats…

This much-loved seafood restaurant provides beautiful views overlooking the Mystic River and…

Kelley’s Pace, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Connecticut!

For all of your running needs, stop at the famous Kelley’s Pace in Mystic, which was founded by John Kelley, winner of the Boston Marathon in 1957. Casual and professional runners alike will… Read More

S&P Oyster, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Connecticut!

Stop by this traditional New England restaurant for fresh seafood fare. Dine outside on their patio while admiring the boats passing by and enjoy views of the Mystic River. S&P Oyster serves a… Read More

S&P Oyster Co., Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Places for Crab in Connecticut!

This much-loved seafood restaurant provides beautiful views overlooking the Mystic River and downtown Mystic. Sit out on the patio while enjoying a jumbo lump crab salad and views of the boats… Read More

Pachaug State Forest is the largest state forest in Connecticut and it is surely stunning. It covers over 24,000 acres and has numerous beautiful areas to hike in including the Rhododendron… Read More

G Spa at Fox Tower, Foxwoods Resort and Casino, Mashantucket, CT

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The Engine Room, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 13 Best Restaurants in Connecticut!

The Engine Room, located in the quaint town of Mystic, gets rave reviews online and rightfully so, as they serve delicious food in a great atmosphere. The Dutch apple pancakes are to die for and… Read More

The Engine Room, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Connecticut!

The Engine Room is a fabulously cozy spot that serves very, very delicious brunch, lunch, and dinner. Though their menu changes frequently, this summer they are serving the perfect fried chicken… Read More

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Governor Lamont Announces 2023 Legislative Proposal: Preventing Mass Shootings

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 28, 2023

Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Jan 26th, held a news conference in Hartford to announce the second of three sets of proposals he will introduce during the 2023 legislative session that… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - January 26, 2023

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 28, 2023

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

Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Educator Carolyn Kielma Named Finalist for the 2023 National Teacher of the Year Honor

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 27, 2023

Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker on Jan 25th, announced that Carolyn Kielma – a science teacher from Bristol Eastern High School… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Fund to Assist Renters From Being Evicted From Homes Due To Overdue Rent

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 27, 2023

Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera-Bruno on Jan 26th, announced that the Connecticut Department of Housing is launching a new fund to assist renters who… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on Final Legislative Approval of State Police Contract

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 27, 2023

Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding on Jan 25th’s final approval by both chambers of the Connecticut General Assembly in favor of the collective… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces 2023 Legislative Proposal: Addressing the Future of Materials and Waste Management

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 25, 2023

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Jan 24th, held a news conference in Hartford to announce a series of waste management proposals he will introduce during the 2023 legislative session that… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on Announcement From the LEGO Group

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 25, 2023

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement in response to the announcement made this morning (Jan 24th) by the LEGO Group: “I am disappointed to hear Jan… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Plans to Close the Willard Correctional Institution

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 25, 2023

Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Jan 24th, announced that his administration has developed plans with the leadership of the Connecticut Department of Correction to close the Willard… Read More

Governor Lamont: Flags Lowered To Half-Staff in Honor of the Victims of the Mass Shooting in Monterey Park

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 24, 2023

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Jan 22nd, announced that – in accordance with a proclamation from President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. directing flags to be lowered throughout the country… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces 2023 Legislative Proposal: Taking Action To Eliminate Gun Violence

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 24, 2023

WATERBURY, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Jan 23rd, held a news conference in Waterbury to announce the first in a series of proposals he will introduce during the 2023 legislative session that… Read More

USDA Names 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum Future Leaders in Agriculture Program Winners

January 23, 2023

Washington, DC ? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has selected 30 university students who will attend USDA’s 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum (AOF) as winners of the USDA Future Leaders… Read More

Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz on the 50th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 23, 2023

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz released the following statements regarding the 50th anniversary of the January 22, 1973, landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling… Read More

Governor Lamont Appoints Matthew Brokman To Serve as Senior Advisor

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 23, 2023

Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Jan 20th, announced that he is appointing Matthew C. Brokman to serve in the Office of the Governor as senior advisor. In this role, Brokman will assist in… Read More

Biden-Harris Administration Launches New Efforts to Address the Wildfire Crisis

January 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – On Jan 19th, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced expanded efforts to reduce wildfire risk across the western U.S. These investments, made possible through President… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - January 19, 2023

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

January 20, 2023

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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