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CONNECTICUT - Whether you're looking for a slice of pizza for lunch or a late-night snack, there are plenty of options across the state. Connecticut offers various options from a casual, family-friendly diner to a swanky pizza parlor. The key is finding the best pizza for you.

This is the story of the unsolved murder of 10-year-old Holly Piirainen, who would be abducted and murdered during a week-long summer vacation at her grandparent's home in Sturbridge, Ma. In August of 1993, she was taken from this small rural community while she was waiting near a neighbour’s home to see the puppies she was promised. Only one of Holly's shoes would be found by the side of a road - but no sign of Holly.

The location is expected to reopen following ventilation checks. This article is based on corporate postings and accredited media reports. Linked information within this article is attributed to the following outlets:Wikipedia.org andNBCConnecticut.com.

The Full House cast are all confirmed to attend the That's 4 Entertainment 90s Con event at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut, from March 17th to 19th. The close-knit former cast, who all appeared together in the TV sseries from 1987 to 1995, will be attending all weekend for photo opportunities, autograph signings, selfies and a Full House talk panel.

If you live in Massachusetts and you love trying new restaurants, here is a list of four amazing pizza spots in Massachusetts that are well-known for serving absolutely delicious food, every day of the week.

On Saturday afternoon, multiple fire crews were summoned to attend to a raging fire that broke out at Hillandale Farms, an egg farm situated on Schwartz Road in Bozrah, Connecticut, according to NBC Connecticut.

A restaurant owner made an honest mistake by naming her new business "Woke Breakfast & Coffee." She immigrated to the U.S. from Mexico 17 years ago, and did not know that the term "woke" is a common reference to "liberals," whcih received complaints in a Facebook forum, The Coventry CT Citizen's Open Forum. It is a good example of why people should not just assume before making a judgement call.

Are you a fan of the 90's hit movie Clueless? Well, three stars of the iconic, cult-classic film, Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash and Elisa Donovan will be reuniting for That's 4 Entertainment 90's Con March 17 - 19 at The Connecticut Convention Center. According to their press release they will be "participating in a special Q&A panel, guests will have the chance to meet and greet with the cast for autographs, selfies, and professional photo opportunities, Saturday and Sunday (March 18-19)."

Hoping to start a new business, Carmen Quiroga opened a new breakfast spot in Coventry, Connecticut earlier this month. She named her diner and coffee shop "Woke Breakfast and Lunch". (source)

Connecticut is home to dozens of different buffets that specialize in everything from Asian cuisine to homestyle cooking but one, in particular, has caught the eye of the online business directory known as Yelp.

Minnechaug Regional High School in Wilbraham, Massachusetts was built over 10 years ago, with a smart lighting system that runs an estimated 7,000 fluorescent and LED smart lights. It worked fine until 24 August 2021, when the software for the lighting system failed. Since then, the lights have burned bright around the clock, costing taxpayers 'thousands of dollars per month' according to an estimate by the assistant superintendent of finance at Minnechaug Regional High School.

The Mohegan Sun Wine and Food Fest 2023 is back and it's going to be better than ever this year with seven brand new exclusive events. You can participate in a weekend full of wines, spirits, celebrity chef showcases and delightful dishes! There will be 14 events over 4 days and you can enjoy a weekend of Indulgence, every foodie and wine connoisseurs dream come true.

Springfield MA – February is Black History Month and what better way to celebrate it than dedicating an exhibit and activities to Gordon Parks. The Valley Photo Center located on the upper level of Tower Square, 1500 Main St., in Springfield, Mass. will have a photo exhibit all month and a reception and special lecture on Sunday, February 19th from 2:00 to 5:00 PM about Gordon Parks by the director of the Gordon Parks Museum in Fort Scott, Kansas, Parks’ home town. It’s all free, but pre-registration at Valleyphotocenter.com is recommended.

Are you a fan of the 1990's? Well the 90s Con is back with Amanda Bynes and Mario Lopez as the shows headliners. It will take place at the Connecticut Convention Center. The 90s Con is returning to Hartford in March and it's bringing all your favorites out for 2023, including members of NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys.

The Valley Photo Center will celebrate Black History Month in February, 2023 with a tribute to Gordon Parks. As part of the celebration we'll be displaying photographs inspired by Gordon Parks in a special juried photo contest exhibit. Deadline for on line entries is now January 27, 2023 so enter now.

Winter in Connecticut can be hard, but don't let the cold weather get you down. There are tons of fun activities to be had this season. Unlike skiing and snowboarding, snow tubing is an adventure that can be enjoyed by any age and skill level.

A popular national grocery store chain is opening another new location in Connecticut early next month. Read on to learn more. On Thursday, February 2, 2023, the beloved grocery store chain Trader Joe's will be opening its newest Connecticut store location in Glastonbury, according to the company's website.

(STURBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS) You're invited to an evening of s'mores, skating, and snowman-building! The Sturbridge Recreation Committee and Sturbridge Fire Department have announced the return of the annual celebration, the Sturbridge Winter Outing. This is a community-favorite festivity you won't want to miss!

The Dodd Center for Human Rights at the University of Connecticut, which houses UConn’s Human Rights Institute (HRI), is planning a Human Rights Summit for October 25-27, 2023, to fill what is described as the pressing need for more open dialogue, cross-sector collaboration, and innovation in the field of human rights.

A major supermarket chain is closing one of its grocery store locations in Connecticut this month. Read on to learn more. According to local sources, the Price Rite grocery store located at 136 Berlin Road in Cromwell is expected to close by the end of the month. However, a specific closing date has not yet been posted.