Clinton
FOOD & DRINK
Bear population; encounters on the rise
BURLINGTON, CT. (WFSB) - They’re getting into dumpsters, trash cans and Connecticut homes more than ever. Bears - they seem cute on social media – but they’re apex predators. Our state feels torn on what to do. the black bear population keeps growing—about 1000 to 1200 in...
Osprey and Purple Martin Habitat & Stewardship
Anyone who’s seen nest platforms and multiplex bird houses along the shoreline and wondered what they were for might be interested in attending an event at The Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton, on Tuesday, June 25 at 2 p.m. Wildlife stewards Lorrie Shaw and Deanna Broderick will discuss the population, history, and the challenges relating to these two species, along with providing information about what each of us can do to help these creatures remain successful. Registration is required. To sign up, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org.
Watching Your Wallet: Majority of people see fast food as a ‘luxury’, restaurants start to react
(WFSB) - Do you consider fast food a luxury? A new survey finds 78% of Americans says yes. Like everything else, it seems fast food just keeps getting more expensive. WFSB looked up how much it would cost to order a classic medium cheeseburger meal at the McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Burger King locations closest to WFSB’s studio in Rocky Hill:
A Fun New Twist for Guilford Rotary Lobster Fest
Carl Cooper is excited to help spread the word about several new twists to the Guilford Rotary’s annual Lobster Fest. The event arrives at the Guilford Fairgrounds on Sunday, June 30 with a fun, refreshed menu and format which now includes afternoon hours, live entertainment, and family friendly pricing which are sure to make this year’s event a crowd-pleaser.
Weekend Happenings for June 14-16
HARTFORD, Conn. — After the storms pass on Friday evening, we're in for a beautiful Saturday and Sunday in Connecticut. Here are some awesome events happening around the state this weekend, including for Father's Day. Mohegan Sun BBQ Fest. All weekend long, Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville will be...
Soft drink recall affects New York food establishments: What to know
Four soft drink and soda-related products distributed to New York food establishments have been recalled for containing undeclared preservatives. In an enforcement notice announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Charles Boggini Co., which sells beverage flavors and concentrates and water-compatible CBD nanoemulsions, voluntarily recalled three types of lemonade drinks and a flavoring base. ...
'Great Addition': New Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Well-Balanced, Delicious' Fare
A new French restaurant on Long Island promising classic bistro fare in a warm atmosphere is delighting diners just weeks into business.Village Bistro – located in East Hampton at 10 Main Street – held its grand opening in early May 2024.Under the direction of owner Adam Potter, the 90-seat restaur…
Songs of the Sea
Jackson Gillman, center, is spun around by Zach Dowd, his sister Zoey, and Barry Pinkowitz, right, during a performance of the sea shanty Rolling Down The River sung by Sean Murtha outside St. John’s Episcopal Church. The 2024 Connecticut Sea Music Festival took place in Essex from June 7 through June 10, featuring free daytime performances of traditional maritime music, ticketed evening concerts, and maritime skill demonstrations.
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