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Busy Dew Drop Inn Looking To Expand Building In Derby
DERBY – The Dew Drop Inn, a small Valley bar and restaurant known for its 126 varieties of wings and extensive craft beer menu, is looking to expand. Dew Drop owner Jay Carlucci recently filed an application with the city to expand the restaurant/bar located at 25 North Ave.
Word On The Street Is That Taproot Serves The Best New American Food In Connecticut
Are you a fan of dining at the coolest hot spots? Generally, if social media is all abuzz with a restaurant and you often see a line out the door, there’s a reason why. We’ve got quite a few ultra-popular restaurants in Connecticut that are worthy of a visit. One restaurant in the Nutmeg State that’s been getting rave reviews, even on a national level, is Taproot in Norwalk, CT. This New American eatery serves up some of the tastiest food in the state, and you’ll find an array of menu items to suit anyone’s taste buds. The restaurant caters towards shared meals, making this a great place to head out with family or friends. Check out this spot for the best New American food in Connecticut.
This Week in New Haven (July 22 - 28)
“Never-ending” stories, multi-day festivals and two kinds of living history help stretch these long summer days. Marking 40 years since its release, The NeverEnding Story, a dark and beautiful tale of a foreign world being consumed by a terrifying force—and a rare children’s movie of genuine artistic interest to adults—screens at or just after 7 p.m. at Cinemark North Haven and Cinemark Connecticut Post 14.
Time Travel: BHS's 1999 Valedictorians, Salutatorians and a Look at Eastpointe Area with No Businesses
These are Bridgeport's 1999 academic leaders when Harrison County Schools recognized valedictorians and salutatorians. The valadictorians include Jason Jackson, Matt Hazey, Ashley Maxey, Jaimee Compton, Allison Starkey, Jessica Harvey, Jaclyn Elsey, Abbey Stanley, Kristen Moore, Christina Grisso, and salutatorians Kathleen Miller, Lea Sellas, Whitney Moore, Andrea Rossetti, and Julie Felton.
Laughs For Life: Local comedy group shines the spotlight on addiction
Stepping up to the open mic! Local comedians are launching a series of new shows to bolster the standup scene in Hartford, but organizers are also shining the spotlight outwards on thousands of people across the state impacted by addiction. At first glance, it looks like a garage, but with...
Four houses proposed at site of former Spring Hill Road animal rescue
MONROE, CT — Neighbors of the SPCA of Connecticut Animal Shelter railed against the facility at 359 Spring Hill Road when it first opened in the early 2000s, but the dog kennels were a grandfathered use. The owner, Frederick Acker, fought with town officials over the number of dogs allowed on the property over the years and, due to financial woes, the shelter closed down for good last year.
Stretch Your Dollar: Get an early start on back-to-school shopping for best deals
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — It may be the middle of summer, but back-to-school shopping is in full swing!. Experts say getting an early start is key. “That’s going to help you spread out your spending. Find those best deals right now,” said Emily Foley with Retailmenot.
Bridgeport’s Dr. Doolittle, Gregg Dancho, Announces Zoo Retirement After 45 years
Genial, sharp-witted, community and media accessible, Gregg Dancho has invested nearly 50 years of his life at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo transforming a troubled relic into a modern, accredited family destination with a culture on North and South American attractions focused on education, care and conservation, has announced his retirement.
Flautist Sherry Winston’s Band to Perform Branford Jazz Series on July 25
Known for her combination of eloquent taste and value of playing melodically, flautist Sherry Winston has achieved success in the music and business industries. On Thursday, July 25, she will display her exemplary musical attributes as part of the 2024 Branford Jazz Series on the Branford Green. A graduate of...
Fairfield Center Stage Presents HAIR This September
Fairfield Center Stage will present an immersive production of the American Tribal Love-Rock Musical HAIR on September 7 and 8 at Park City Music Hall (PCMH) in Black Rock. Tickets ($45 Reserved / $25 Standing Room / $55 Limited Table Seating) are on sale now. The show marks a return to PCMH following recent successful concert performances of The Beatles' Abbey Road and Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours". Tickets are available in advance and at the door (subject to availability--some performances may sell out in advance).
Branford Compassion Club Hosts Kitten Shower Aug. 17
Branford Compassion Club (BCC) is hosting a kitten shower on Saturday, Aug.17 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Branford Community House located at 46 Church Street. An afternoon of fun is planned with refreshments, games and raffle baskets to benefit kittens and mama cats under BCC’s care. While there is no admission fee for the event, gifts of food, supplies, monetary donations and gift cards are greatly appreciated. A wish list for kittens and moms can be accessed on BCC’s website at branfordcompassionclub.org/how-to-help/wish-list/.
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