Open in NewsBreak

East Granby

See all locations
Customize your news
41°F
publisher avatar

Lifestyle

CT Insider

partner publisher · 31.7K followers
article img

These Connecticut restaurants are serving Thanksgiving dinner for dine-in in 2026

L'Escale, Griswold Inn, Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods are among the Connecticut eateries offering Thanksgiving dinners.

Connecticut · 10h

CT Insider

partner publisher · 31.7K followers
article img

New Italian restaurant Bello’s moves closer to opening in Waterbury

The Italian restaurant will serve pizza and wings, appetizers, salads, pasta, Italian dishes and chicken dinners as well as hot and cold grinders.

Waterbury, CT · 23h

CT Insider

partner publisher · 31.7K followers
article img

A painting vanished 50 years ago. A Connecticut cowboy collector helped bring it home.

it was discovered that not only had Winter not seen the painting in nearly 50 years — the painting had actually been stolen from him after lending it to an art gallery in the 70's.

Litchfield, CT · 2d

fastfoodclub.com

website

Hartford County Regulars Count On These 6 Diners For Comfort Food All Winter

When the snow piles up along the Berlin Turnpike and the mornings stay dark past 6 AM, Hartford County has a reliable plan: find a booth and order something hot. This list covers six diners that keep the coffee coming all winter, from Bristol to Windsor Locks to Manchester. Some...

Hartford County, CT · 1d
article img

Eyewitness News

website

Level99 to open in West Hartford with life-size games and challenges

WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - A new indoor entertainment center is bringing about 50 life-size games and challenges to West Hartford when Level99 opens on Nov. 20. The venue features physical and mental challenges designed for adults and teens. Most challenge rooms can be played with friends, while games like Axe Run offer a single-player test.

West Hartford, CT · 22h

WTNH

partner publisher · 87.0K followers

Stew Leonard’s gives out turkeys to families in need in Newington

NEWINGTON, Conn. (WTNH) — Police and firefighters in Newington joined Stew Leonard’s team members Thursday to pass out turkeys to those in need. The Stew Leonard’s Turkey Brigade has provided families in need with holiday dinners for 47 years. Leaders say this year they’ve seen the difference more than ever. “It’s been a challenging year […]

Newington, CT · 22h

Eyewitness News

website

Connecticut Foodshare prepares Thanksgiving meals as SNAP cuts increase need

Connecticut Foodshare is preparing 40,000 Thanksgiving meals as federal cuts to food assistance put additional pressure on families and food pantries across the state.

Connecticut · 1d

billcopelandmusicnews.com

website

Connecticut’s K Caruso gears up for the International Blues Competition

A fixture on the Connecticut blues scene, K Caruso can often be found leading his band The Elegant Vagabonds on vocals and guitar at staples like Black Eyed Sally’s Southern Kitchen in Hartford and Richoni’s Bar in Groton. Caruso recently competed in what could turn out to be a game changer in his career.

Connecticut · 1d

decorhint.com

website

After More Than 20 Years, This Connecticut Mexican Restaurant Has Been Named Small Business Of The Year

Running a restaurant for more than twenty years sounds exhausting when you think about everything involved. The early mornings, busy kitchens, and countless meals served add up to an enormous amount of work. So imagine receiving a major business award after all that effort. One longtime Connecticut Mexican restaurant has...

Hamden, CT · 1d

CT Insider

partner publisher · 31.7K followers

27 Meriden eateries cited for serious violations during August health inspections

Inspectors from the Meriden Health Department conducted 39 inspections in August.

Meriden, CT · 4d

familyvacationsus.com

website

This Hidden Connecticut BBQ Joint Smokes Ribs So Good People Drive Across The State

The brisket here gets wrapped about eight hours into the cook and finished at exactly 203 degrees. That’s not a guess. That’s a pitmaster who treats a thermometer like a best friend. The smoke comes from red and white oak. Pork spare ribs share the menu with maple-glazed...

Waterbury, CT · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

website

This Connecticut Deli Is Bringing Back The Simple Pleasure Of A Proper Made-To-Order Sandwich

The bread for these sandwiches comes from a bakery in the Bronx. Every single day. That’s a serious commitment to a loaf, and I respect it. The mozzarella doesn’t travel at all. It’s made right in the shop, sometimes twice a day. I can’t imagine a better...

Connecticut · 4d

decorhint.com

website

This Classic Connecticut Drive-In Keeps Old-School Restaurant Traditions Alive With Burgers And Nostalgic Charm

Forget complicated menus for a moment. Sometimes all you really want is a good burger from a place that hasn’t forgotten what made drive-in restaurants so much fun. And honestly, I can understand the appeal. One classic Connecticut drive-in keeps old-fashioned burger traditions alive while offering a welcome dose...

Monroe, CT · 1d

Animal of Things

partner publisher · 22.5K followers

Feral Pig Hunting in Connecticut: What the Law Says and What to Do Instead

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Feral pig hunting in Connecticut is not the open-season, no-limit free-for-all you will find in Texas or Florida. The state has no established feral hog population, and the pigs that do turn up are often escaped farm animals that someone else legally owns. That distinction matters a great deal if you are holding a rifle. … This article, Feral Pig Hunting in Connecticut: What the Law Says and What to Do Instead , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Michigan Has No Limited Firearms Deer Zone in 2026, So Rifles Are Now Legal Statewide • Elk Hunting Season in Utah: Dates, Permits, and Rules for 2026 • Is There a Statewide Six-Deer Limit for Oklahoma Hunters?

Connecticut · 4d

FoodWorldNews

partner publisher · 2.4K followers

Connecticut Soup Kitchen Needs 300 to 400 More Turkeys as Holiday Donations Fall Short of Demand

A soup kitchen in eastern Connecticut is trying to find 300 to 400 turkeys in less than three weeks after its usual supply came up short. Covenant Soup Kitchen in Willimantic expects to serve 630 to 640 Thanksgiving meals and is now asking the community to fill the gap. The...

Willimantic, CT · 4d

Animal of Things

partner publisher · 22.5K followers

Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Connecticut: What State Law Actually Says

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Dangerous dog breeds banned in Connecticut? The short answer is none. There is no statewide legislation in Connecticut that bans specific dog breeds, and unlike many other states, Connecticut law bans its municipalities from enacting breed-specific legislation. That does not mean every door is open to every dog. Landlords, insurers, and some private housing communities … This article, Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Connecticut: What State Law Actually Says , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Neighbor Poisoned My Dog Laws in Massachusetts: Charges, Evidence, and Your Legal Options • Who Pays Vet Bills in a Dog Fight in Kansas? Fault, Insurance, and Your Options • Aggressive Dog Laws in Wisconsin: Liability, Penalties, and Owner Duties

Connecticut · 5d

decorhint.com

website

7 Local Shelters And Rescue Programs Around Manchester, Connecticut Where You Can Make A Difference For Animals In Need

It’s hard not to feel something when you hear about an animal waiting for a safe home. You start wondering about its story and hoping someone will give it the care it deserves. And the people working behind the scenes deserve attention, too. Around Manchester, Connecticut, local shelters and...

Manchester, CT · 4d

decorhint.com

website

This Connecticut Seafood Shack Serves Endless Fish And Chips With Chowder Folks Drive For

Fish and chips sounds like a simple order until someone puts a really generous portion in front of you. Suddenly, your plans for a light lunch seem completely unrealistic. And then you remember there’s chowder, too. One Connecticut seafood spot attracts attention for its fish and chips alongside comforting...

Connecticut · 6d

decorhint.com

website

9 Connecticut Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals Without The Cooking Or Cleanup

Thanksgiving dinner sounds wonderful until you remember who’s responsible for washing all those dishes. The cooking takes hours, the kitchen becomes a disaster, and somehow the cleanup lasts longer than the meal. Wouldn’t it be nice to skip that part for once?. Several Connecticut restaurants offer Thanksgiving dining...

Connecticut · 2d

Animal of Things

partner publisher · 22.5K followers

Big Cat Ownership Laws in Connecticut: What Is Banned and What Is Exempt

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Big cat ownership laws in Connecticut are some of the strictest in the country. The state does not issue a pet permit for lions, tigers, leopards, cougars, or even bobcats, and the federal government layered a second ban on top of it in 2022. If you are looking for a loophole, there is almost none. … This article, Big Cat Ownership Laws in Connecticut: What Is Banned and What Is Exempt , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Do You Need Blaze Orange to Hunt Deer in Virginia During Archery Season? • Nov. 21-29: When Wisconsin’s 2026-27 Nine-Day Gun Deer Season Runs • Rabbit Hunting Season in Rhode Island: Dates, Limits, and Rules for Cottontail Hunters

Connecticut · 2d