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Construction begins on new L.L. Bean location in CT
L.L. Bean, the popular Maine-based outdoor apparel store, is set to open the doors to its third and largest Connecticut location this fall, solidifying a rapid expansion in recent years for the company. Construction has begun on L.L. Bean’s new 25,000-square-foot Enfield location at 20 Brookside Plaza off Interstate 91, according to the town’s building department. The popular store takes over ...
Free summer camp for more kids? Murphy pitches $4B investment
Gov. Ned Lamont and U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy speak to Corrianne Chipello, the executive director and CEO of Camp Courant. CREDIT: JESSIKA HARKAY / CT MIRROR. U.S. Sen Chris Murphy visited Camp Courant Friday to announce newly proposed federal legislation that would invest billions of dollars into free summer programs for kids across the country.
Music, colors and pride: Peruvians celebrate Independence Day in Connecticut
The Peruvian community gathered at the state Capitol in Hartford Friday morning to celebrate in anticipation of Peru’s 203rd Independence Day, which is July 28. The spirited flag-raising ceremony featured vibrant performances by local dance groups, showcasing Peru’s rich cultural heritage. Peruvian Consul Elvis Tuesta addressed the community,...
Hibernians of Hampden and Hampshire Counties Annual Traditional Summer Picnic
Holyoke - The Hibernians of Hampden/Hampshire Counties invites the public to attend the annual traditional summer picnic featuring Jim O’Connor and the Boston Irish-American Blackthorne Band at Hamel’s Summit View Pavilion, 555 Northampton St. on Sunday, Aug. 25 from 1 to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Tickets are...
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