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Mermaids will be swimming their way into the tanks of the Mystic Aquarium starting next month.
'Mermaids at Mystic' returns to the Mystic Aquarium next month
Mermaids will be swimming their way into the tanks of the Mystic Aquarium starting next month.
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December 5, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Mermaids will be swimming their way into the tanks of the Mystic Aquarium starting next month.
Padma Lakshmi is best known for her stint as the host and executive producer of "Top Chef" for 19 season, which netted her five Emmy nominations.
Rescheduled date announced for Padma Lakshmi of 'Top Chef' fame at Fairfield University
Padma Lakshmi is best known for her stint as the host and executive producer of "Top Chef" for 19 season, which netted her five Emmy nominations.
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December 5, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Padma Lakshmi is best known for her stint as the host and executive producer of "Top Chef" for 19 season, which netted her five Emmy nominations.
A new study calculated Whoville’s holiday lights costs if the fictional town paid Connecticut’s electricity rates.
If Whoville paid CT energy prices, its Christmas lights would cost a fortune
A new study calculated Whoville’s holiday lights costs if the fictional town paid Connecticut’s electricity rates.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:45 PM
A new study calculated Whoville’s holiday lights costs if the fictional town paid Connecticut’s electricity rates.
More than 17 percent of flights at Bradley International Airport were delayed Friday morning, according to CT Insider's tracker.
Flights delayed at CT's Bradley airport amid network issue that halted Delta planes in Detroit
More than 17 percent of flights at Bradley International Airport were delayed Friday morning, according to CT Insider's tracker.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM
More than 17 percent of flights at Bradley International Airport were delayed Friday morning, according to CT Insider's tracker.
Through the acquisition of SPX Flow, Stamford-based ITT is set to gain about 3,800 employees.
CT-based manufacturer ITT to acquire North Carolina-based SPX FLOW for $4.8 billion
Through the acquisition of SPX Flow, Stamford-based ITT is set to gain about 3,800 employees.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Through the acquisition of SPX Flow, Stamford-based ITT is set to gain about 3,800 employees.
The unveiling of the online store comes on the heels of the state's announcement regarding a record shift in its national reputation largely in part due to its viral pizza campaign.
Connecticut launches online store with pizza, oyster-themed merchandise
The unveiling of the online store comes on the heels of the state's announcement regarding a record shift in its national reputation largely in part due to its viral pizza campaign.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:45 PM
The unveiling of the online store comes on the heels of the state's announcement regarding a record shift in its national reputation largely in part due to its viral pizza campaign.
“There are five generations that have ridden in it; my grandmother, my mother, myself, our kids and our grandkids,” Vicki Boccuzzi said.
My Ride: Newtown family owns 1965 Mercury Comet Caliente for 61 years
“There are five generations that have ridden in it; my grandmother, my mother, myself, our kids and our grandkids,” Vicki Boccuzzi said.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM
“There are five generations that have ridden in it; my grandmother, my mother, myself, our kids and our grandkids,” Vicki Boccuzzi said.
Sue Bird, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in the fall, will have her No. 10 retired on Sunday.
UConn is retiring Sue Bird's No. 10 on Sunday. Here are 5 highlights of her career with the Huskies
Sue Bird, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in the fall, will have her No. 10 retired on Sunday.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Sue Bird, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in the fall, will have her No. 10 retired on Sunday.
The funding supports three dozen projects, including 11 in Connecticut, to improve water quality and habitats.
Long Island Sound projects get $12M in grants amid EPA changes that risk 59,000 acres of CT wetlands
The funding supports three dozen projects, including 11 in Connecticut, to improve water quality and habitats.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The funding supports three dozen projects, including 11 in Connecticut, to improve water quality and habitats.
Users reported issues with Doordash and Fortnite amid a disruption in Cloudflare's services Friday.
Cloudflare services restored after Friday outage impacted platforms like Fortnite and DoorDash
Users reported issues with Doordash and Fortnite amid a disruption in Cloudflare's services Friday.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Users reported issues with Doordash and Fortnite amid a disruption in Cloudflare's services Friday.
State fiscal guardrails credited for robust reserves, lower pension debt and upgrades from Wall Street.
Connecticut budget experts warn about federal uncertainty and an aging workforce
State fiscal guardrails credited for robust reserves, lower pension debt and upgrades from Wall Street.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:20 PM
State fiscal guardrails credited for robust reserves, lower pension debt and upgrades from Wall Street.
Contracts for nearly three dozen bargaining units representing 45,000 state workers expired July 1.
CT court workers get 2.5% raise, step hike through arbitration
Contracts for nearly three dozen bargaining units representing 45,000 state workers expired July 1.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Contracts for nearly three dozen bargaining units representing 45,000 state workers expired July 1.
More than 53,000 Connecticut adults have participated in interviews for DataHaven's community wellbeing survey since 2015.
Chronic illness, mental health issues rising in Connecticut, survey reveals
More than 53,000 Connecticut adults have participated in interviews for DataHaven's community wellbeing survey since 2015.
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December 5, 2025 at 2:30 PM
More than 53,000 Connecticut adults have participated in interviews for DataHaven's community wellbeing survey since 2015.
Hamden activists felt betrayed that local police didn't notify them of an immigration raid. No law said they should.
CT Trust Act says local police shouldn't cooperate with ICE, but some think that's not enough
Hamden activists felt betrayed that local police didn't notify them of an immigration raid. No law said they should.
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December 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Hamden activists felt betrayed that local police didn't notify them of an immigration raid. No law said they should.
"I am inspired by all those Connecticut dancers with big dreams who went before me," Ella Murphy said.
CT 12-year-old dancer takes the stage in NYC Ballet's 'Nutcracker'
"I am inspired by all those Connecticut dancers with big dreams who went before me," Ella Murphy said.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:30 PM
"I am inspired by all those Connecticut dancers with big dreams who went before me," Ella Murphy said.
Popovic was 17 years old when she made her debut for the Serbia national team this summer.
Meet Serbian recruit Jovana Popovic: Why she picked UConn and what Geno Auriemma loves about her game
Popovic was 17 years old when she made her debut for the Serbia national team this summer.
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December 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Popovic was 17 years old when she made her debut for the Serbia national team this summer.
Connecticut home sales fell 12% in November, but condo sales kept the state on pace for a 12-month gain.
November a dud, but Connecticut on track for 2025 increase in home sales
Connecticut home sales fell 12% in November, but condo sales kept the state on pace for a 12-month gain.
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December 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Connecticut home sales fell 12% in November, but condo sales kept the state on pace for a 12-month gain.
Platforms like CareRev are expected to grow in Connecticut as hospitals and nursing homes struggle with staff shortages.
CT hospital partners with 'gig' nursing platform, sparking concern from union
Platforms like CareRev are expected to grow in Connecticut as hospitals and nursing homes struggle with staff shortages.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Platforms like CareRev are expected to grow in Connecticut as hospitals and nursing homes struggle with staff shortages.
This year's MLS Cup, which will feature Lionel Messi, will be the league's first title game since MLS Productions moved to Connecticut.
Why a Stamford-based team will play a big role in the Messi-starring MLS Cup
This year's MLS Cup, which will feature Lionel Messi, will be the league's first title game since MLS Productions moved to Connecticut.
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December 5, 2025 at 11:01 AM
This year's MLS Cup, which will feature Lionel Messi, will be the league's first title game since MLS Productions moved to Connecticut.
The $425 million project that would include 595 apartments, 100 townhomes, a 100-room hotel and 75,000 square feet of retail space and restaurants
Developer eyes 2026 demolition for massive Westbrook Outlets redevelopment project
The $425 million project that would include 595 apartments, 100 townhomes, a 100-room hotel and 75,000 square feet of retail space and restaurants
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December 5, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The $425 million project that would include 595 apartments, 100 townhomes, a 100-room hotel and 75,000 square feet of retail space and restaurants
The only other UConn skill player to earn an invite to the Senior Bowl was quarterback Dan Orlovsky in 2025
UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell becomes first Huskies' skill player in 20 years to receive Senior Bowl invitation
The only other UConn skill player to earn an invite to the Senior Bowl was quarterback Dan Orlovsky in 2025
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December 4, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The only other UConn skill player to earn an invite to the Senior Bowl was quarterback Dan Orlovsky in 2025
Comedian Dave Attell will be bringing the funny to the Stamford Palace Theatre this weekend.
28 things to do this weekend in Connecticut
Comedian Dave Attell will be bringing the funny to the Stamford Palace Theatre this weekend.
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December 4, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Comedian Dave Attell will be bringing the funny to the Stamford Palace Theatre this weekend.
Connecticut Children’s new tower features a 50-patient NICU, gene therapy unit, 14-bed acuity unit, gift shop, and more.
Connecticut Children’s unveils new 8-story clinical tower in Hartford
Connecticut Children’s new tower features a 50-patient NICU, gene therapy unit, 14-bed acuity unit, gift shop, and more.
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December 4, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Connecticut Children’s new tower features a 50-patient NICU, gene therapy unit, 14-bed acuity unit, gift shop, and more.
In order to make room for Sally's, a current Foxwoods restaurant will be closing its doors on Jan. 4, 2026.
Foxwoods announces closure of California Pizza Kitchen to make way for Sally's Apizza
In order to make room for Sally's, a current Foxwoods restaurant will be closing its doors on Jan. 4, 2026.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
In order to make room for Sally's, a current Foxwoods restaurant will be closing its doors on Jan. 4, 2026.
The untitled book will take fans behind the scenes of the hit 2000s dramedy.
'Gilmore Girls' star Lauren Graham, creator Amy Sherman-Palladino to co-write book
The untitled book will take fans behind the scenes of the hit 2000s dramedy.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:50 PM
The untitled book will take fans behind the scenes of the hit 2000s dramedy.