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Horsebarn Hill student staff to be cut, replaced by professional staff

The University of Connecticut’s Horsebarn Hill Equine unit will transition to a “professional staffing model,” eliminating almost a dozen student worker positions, according to a statement from UConn Spokesperson Stephine Reitz. The 11-animal care technician student workers will be replaced by two professional full-time employees at the...

Storrs, CT · 2d

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Springfield’s newest bakery strives ‘to be a little different’

SPRINGFIELD — When Nothing Bundt Cakes opened its first bakery in Las Vegas nearly 30 years ago, it was a good bet one would come to Springfield, and it has. Nothing Bundt Cakes will hold a soft opening at Springfield Crossing on Boston Road on Saturday, and a grand opening beginning Nov. 19.

Springfield, MA · 5d

WWLP

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Mamou Restaurant honors Chef Wayne Hooker one year after his passing

Mamou Restaurant honored the late Springfield chef and restaurateur Wayne Hooker on the one-year anniversary of his passing.

Springfield, MA · 20h

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Winterfest is Coming and Decorators Wanted!!

Connecticut Trolley Museum announces “Winterfest is coming and decorating has begun!”. Roger and a couple of helpers are spending the weekend decorating our operating fleet, including the famous “Electric Sleigh”!. If you’re interested in helping out with some decorating this month, reach out to our volunteer coordinator,...

East Windsor, CT · 2d

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9 Connecticut Garden Centers That Are Secret Goldmines For Cheap Plants

Plant shopping has a funny way of getting out of control. You head out for one little houseplant, then spot something leafy and start mentally rearranging your entire living room. And that’s before you’ve checked the price tag. Some Connecticut garden centers offer affordable plants that make growing...

Connecticut · 2d

FoodWorldNews

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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 · 2d

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This Longstanding Connecticut Bead Shop Is Packed With Jewelry-Making Supplies And Unexpected Treasures

Jewelry making sounds like a fairly straightforward hobby until you walk into a shop filled with beads. Suddenly, you’re comparing tiny shapes and wondering how many different designs you could possibly make. And that’s before you’ve even picked a color. One longstanding Connecticut bead shop offers jewelry-making...

Manchester, CT · 2d

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This Connecticut River Is Facing The Spread Of A Harmful Invasive Aquatic Plant

Have you ever heard of a plant that can turn a peaceful river into its own little kingdom? It doesn’t need flashy flowers or towering leaves to get attention. This particular underwater guest has a habit of spreading where it isn’t wanted, and Connecticut has a reason to keep an eye on it.

Glastonbury, CT · 8h

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Ross Dress for Less, Panda Express Set Sights on Hartford's Charter Oak Marketplace

Two national retail names appear headed for Hartford's Charter Oak Marketplace, with Ross Dress for Less and Panda Express both slated to open new locations at the Flatbush Avenue shopping center. Ross is expected to take over the former Dollar Tree space next to Marshalls, while Panda Express is planned for the existing building formerly occupied by Texas Roadhouse, next to Denny's.

Hartford, CT · 19h

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Thousands of grocery cards for those affected by SNAP cuts still left unclaimed, agency leaders say

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Thousands of state-funded grocery cards aimed for Connecticut residents affected by cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) have yet to be claimed, according to agency leaders. Last year, thousands of people lost their benefits due to federal changes to the SNAP program. In its place, state leaders decided […]

Connecticut · 2d

The Bulletin

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CT Lottery Mega Millions, Lotto winning numbers for Nov. 10, 2026

The Connecticut Lottery offers several draw games for those willing to make a bet to win big. Those who want to play in Connecticut can enter the CT Lotto, Millionaire for Life and Cash 5 games as well as play the national Powerball and Mega Millions games. There are also two drawings a day for the Play 3 with Wild Ball and Play 4 with Wild Ball games. Drawings are held at regular days and times, check the end of this story to see the schedule. Here's a look at Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026 results for each game: Winning Mega Millions numbers from Nov. 10 drawing 02-18-25-30-65, Mega Ball: 22 Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Lotto numbers from Nov. 10 drawing 13-17-22-23-29-40 Check Lotto payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Cash 5 numbers from Nov. 10 drawing 15-16-18-26-27 Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Play3 numbers from Nov. 10 drawing Day: 2-2-4, WB: 5 Night: 6-6-3, WB: 2 Check Play3 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Play4 numbers from Nov. 10 drawing Day: 5-5-0-9, WB: 0 Night: 1-2-1-4, WB: 5 Check Play4 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from

Rocky Hill, CT · 1d

CT Insider

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Southington's Koshi Sushi & Grill, known for Japanese and Korean cuisine, closes after 7 years

"Koshi became one of my absolute favorite spots to stop for a meal,” said one customer, who lives in Bristol.

Southington, CT · 22h

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Shop Local, Celebrate Community at HK Craft Fair December 5th

(November 11, 2026) — One of Haddam and Killingworth’s most anticipated holiday traditions returns on December 5, 2026, when Haddam-Killingworth Youth and Family Services hosts the 37th Annual HK Craft Fair at Haddam-Killingworth Middle School from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For nearly four decades, the Craft Fair...

Haddam, CT · 1d

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9 Quiet Connecticut Bulk Grocery Stores Where Families Can Stock Up And Save

Grocery bills have a funny way of growing even when you’re convinced you’ve bought almost nothing. A few household essentials go into the cart, and suddenly the total looks suspiciously ambitious. That’s when buying in bulk starts making sense. Some lesser-known Connecticut grocery stores offer bulk shopping...

Connecticut · 12h

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Connecticut Burger Restaurant Owner Defends Man After Racist Incident in His Burger Joint: ‘Draw the Line’

The owner of Gas Burgers, a burger joint and bar in Connecticut, recently witnessed something that disturbed him. According to him, a customer experienced outright racism in his burger joint. Now, he’s taking a stand as an owner and speaking out against racism. Chris is the owner of Gas...

Connecticut · 4h

New Haven Register

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Cheshire approves expansion of popular Viron Rondo Osteria restaurant to add a secret garden

The project, which Rondo called "the first phase of the expansion," will add about 20,000 square feet, including 17,000 square feet of outdoor gardens.

Cheshire, CT · 21h

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You Haven’t Lived Until You’ve Tried The 1-Pound Lobster Roll At This Connecticut Seafood Shack

There are places you visit, and then there are places that quietly rearrange your understanding of what a meal can be. Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough, sitting right on the water in the tiny village of Noank, Connecticut, belongs firmly in the second category. Most people in Connecticut have...

Connecticut · 4d

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This Connecticut Restaurant Offers Portuguese Comfort Food That Keeps People Coming Back

Why do we save the best comfort food for holidays when it could happen on a random Tuesday? I’m convinced a good meal should feel like a hug with a side of warm bread. This Connecticut spot has been serving Portuguese home cooking since June 1977, and the same family still runs it. One dinner here lets you cook your own steak on a hot stone right at the table.

Connecticut · 1d

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These 10 Huge Connecticut Secondhand Shops Are Worth The Road Trip

Secondhand shopping can get dangerously addictive when a store seems to go on forever. You finish browsing one section, turn a corner, and discover there’s still an enormous amount left to see. Well, goodbye to the rest of your afternoon. Some of Connecticut’s biggest secondhand shops offer enormous selections...

Connecticut · 1d