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Taconic, CT · Lifestyle

Finding Connecticut

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Mohegan Sun guest hits $1,025,913.22 Dragon Link Grand Jackpot

Mohegan Sun guest hits $1,025,913.22 Dragon Link Grand Jackpot A guest from Lake Peekskill, NY, won a $1,025,913.22 Grand Jackpot on the Dragon Link slot ... The post Mohegan Sun guest hits $1,025,913.22 Dragon Link Grand Jackpot first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Connecticut · 3d

Finding Connecticut

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Jersey Boys 20th anniversary tour coming to The Bushnell in Hartford in March 2027

Jersey Boys 20th anniversary tour coming to The Bushnell in Hartford in March 2027 Single tickets for the Tony Award and Olivier Award-winning musical Jersey ... The post Jersey Boys 20th anniversary tour coming to The Bushnell in Hartford in March 2027 first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Hartford, CT · 1d

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December 9th Holiday Dinner Plans

On Wednesday, December 9th, the Newington Art League, Inc will have its annual Holiday dinner this year at Portofino’s restaurant in Kensington. This social event is for members (and their significant others) to celebrate the Holiday spirit and enjoy a meal together. The address of Portofino’s is 246 New Britain Rd in Kensington. The festivities will begin at 6 pm, ending at 8:30.

Newington, CT · 1d

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9 Connecticut Pizzerias Baking Apizza With Charred Crusts And Fresh Toppings

Get this: one Connecticut pizzeria has been firing up a coal oven since 1925. That’s a hundred years of char. Talk about a slow burn. The family behind it still runs the show, too. Then there’s a newer spot serving a Steak Fajita Pizza right next to a classic...

Connecticut · 1d

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Feid brings Ferxxo – The Green Star Tour to PeoplesBank Arena in February

Feid brings Ferxxo – The Green Star Tour to PeoplesBank Arena in February Global Latin music icon Feid announced the upcoming Ferxxo – The Green ... The post Feid brings Ferxxo – The Green Star Tour to PeoplesBank Arena in February first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Hartford, CT · 1d

Eyewitness News

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Retailers roll out Thanksgiving meal deals, pre-cooked feasts to help families save

NEWINGTON, Conn. (WFSB) - Between the turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and pies, the cost of Thanksgiving dinner can add up quickly. To help budget-conscious families stretch their dollars this holiday season, major grocers and local specialty markets across Connecticut are offering everything from low-cost ingredient bundles to fully prepared, heat-and-serve feasts.

Connecticut · 2d

CT Insider

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Connecticut Lottery player claims $50K from winning Powerball ticket sold in West Hartford

The Hartford resident had a 1 in 913,130 chance of winning the Powerball prize.

West Hartford, CT · 2d

Finding Connecticut

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Mystic Seaport Museum debuts Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday on December 3

Mystic Seaport Museum debuts Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday on December 3 Mystic Seaport Museum is launching Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday, a new December ... The post Mystic Seaport Museum debuts Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday on December 3 first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Connecticut · 2d

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Olivia Rodrigo Opens “Unraveled Tour” in Hartford, CT

On Sept. 25, Olivia Rodrigo opened her Unraveled Tour at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford, Connecticut, with a performance that combined the emotional storytelling of her latest album. The crowd was another highlight of opening night. PeoplesBank Arena was sold out, with fans filling the venue and contributing to the energy...

Hartford, CT · 1d

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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 · 1d

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Fill An Entire Cart For $30 At This Connecticut Thrift Store That Locals Are Obsessed With

There’s a store in Newington, Connecticut where locals show up with empty carts and leave looking like they just won a very affordable game show. Savers has built a devoted following in this corner of Connecticut, and one visit makes it immediately obvious why people keep coming back week after week.

Newington, CT · 6d

Eyewitness News

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Manchester pizzeria sees business increase after Dave Portnoy review

MANCHESTER, Conn. (WFSB) - Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza in Manchester received an 8.1 out of 10 from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy during his One Bite Pizza Reviews. Portnoy calls Connecticut the best state in the world for pizza. The restaurant recently received the rating, and staff say business...

Manchester, CT · 4d

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10 Connecticut Italian Markets Where Imported Foods Make Grocery Shopping Feel Like A Trip Abroad

Grocery shopping gets a lot more interesting when the shelves are filled with things you don’t normally see. Suddenly, you’re reading unfamiliar labels and wondering what you could make for dinner. Italian markets are especially good at sparking that curiosity. Across Connecticut, specialty Italian markets bring imported foods...

Connecticut · 2d

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This 18th-Century Connecticut Barn Was Transformed Into a 5,000-Square-Foot Entertainment Space

Unless you are dedicated to colonial living, chances are the ancillary structure on your property is not being used as originally intended. That’s certainly true for one Fairfield County family of six, who transformed an old dairy barn into 5,000 square feet of ebullient entertaining space—and then some.

Fairfield County, CT · 4d

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8 Historic Restaurants In Hartford, Connecticut That Locals Swear By

A restaurant that’s been around for decades must be doing something right. Especially when people keep returning even as newer places open all around it. I love hearing about dining spots that have become part of a city’s history. Imagine how many conversations have happened over those tables, or how many families have celebrated special occasions there.

Hartford, CT · 5d

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The Forgotten Theater in Connecticut Has an Eerie Backstory

In the heart of Derby, the state's smallest city, an old Victorian building that once uniquely served as both the community's bustling cultural center and local city jail now ranks among the most eerie abandoned places in Connecticut. The Sterling Opera House, which closed its doors in 1945, has long since been left to deteriorate and crumble, but remains a fascinating structure filled with rich history, local lore, and a possible paranormal presence.

Derby, CT · 7d

The US Sun

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Raising Cane’s to open 12 brand-new locations in massive November push

RAISING Cane’s is launching a major nationwide expansion, introducing its popular fried chicken to several brand-new markets. The popular chicken-finger chain is bringing its famous menu to communities across 10 states. The 12 brand-new restaurant locations are set to open throughout November 2026. New locations will include Brick, New...

California · 4d

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Families Across Connecticut Make The Drive For This Children’s Museum Kids Never Want To Leave

A woodchuck named Chuckles helps run a Groundhog Day celebration here every year. Yes, a real woodchuck. Somehow that’s only one of the reasons kids beg to come back. The whole thing started in a school storage closet. An art teacher filled it with treasures from her travels, and the idea simply grew from there.

Manchester, CT · 2d

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Since Before You Were Born, These 7 Connecticut Taverns Have Been Pouring Beer And Serving Burgers

Connecticut has a habit of keeping its old buildings busy, and some of the best examples are taverns that were feeding hungry travelers long before cars, phones, or even your great-grandparents came along. This list covers seven of them, from a Revolutionary-era inn on Essex’s Main Street to a riverside barge in Westport that dates to around 1840.

Connecticut · 3d