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Celebrate Father's Day at fairs and special events around the state. Weekend activities include the Goshen Stampede, Open Cockpit Day at the New England Air Museum, Cocktails with the Whales at Mystic...]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:49:41 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/edt-AP803481783729.jpg
A handful of U.S. Open champions, several well-known international tennis players and a Connecticut native will head to Cromwell for the Travelers Championship next week.

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The city of Hartford’s marketing, events and cultural affairs division will be holding the “Movies After Dark” and air more than a dozen movies across eight different parks between June 24 and September 5.]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:18:09 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/bruins+Prince+of+Wales+Trophy.JPG
Since the Bruins game starts at 8 p.m. on a Wednesday night, you might be planning to watch the game at home, but several local establishments are showing the game and running specials.]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:39:21 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Civil+War+era+baseball.JPG
Friends of Vintage Baseball adopts all Civil War era rules, uniforms and equipment. This means no gloves, no catcher’s mound and addressing the single umpire as “sir.”]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:44:53 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Black+high+heels.jpg
It’s no secret that high heels are painful -- but you can lengthen the time you wear them by watching the clock. A study by the Britain’s College of Podiatry found that it takes most women one hour,...

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Not only did Thompson Street Farm deliver, buy almost every vendor of the new Glastonbury Farmers Market also decided to participate.

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Friday is National Doughnut Day and several purveyors of the sweet treats are giving away freebies and baking up crazy flavors to celebrate. Click through to see how doughnut makers are paying homage to the hole...]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:57:01 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Dunkin+Donuts+Fruit+donuts+722.jpg
Dunkin’ Donuts is celebrating by offering a free doughnut when you buy a beverage.

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A new dessert specialty of a Manhattan pastry shop has people lining around the block for a chance to snag this latest sweet treat.]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 16:04:45 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Boston+Strong+Ribbon+Bruins.jpg
The fundraiser, which is taking place in more than 11 states between Monday, June 3, and Friday, June 6, will contribute 20 percent of all checks from patrons who provide a fundraising flier to

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Start slathering on the sunscreen and get ready to enjoy the lazy hazy days of summer at some of Connecticut’s most talked about beaches.

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The Luke Bryan Dirt Road Diaries tour stops in Hartford on Friday night. The show is sold out and police are putting out an advance warning of traffic delays expected.

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There are many, many places to enjoy a good burger in Connecticut.

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Searching for the perfect summer swimwear? Jennifer Leslie has some tips on finding the most flattering styles for your body.]]> Fri, 24 May 2013 14:38:30 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/boyscout2.jpg
Here are some of the Memorial Day events happening across the state.

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The Outlets at Cheshire, a 585-square-foot open air shopping center is planned for Cheshire, along Interstate 691.

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Jordyn Wieber visited Newtown and Southington and will be at Hartford Hospital today.

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Moms tell us what they DON'T want for Mother's Day. Their answers might surprise you. Kendall Kirkham reports.]]> Wed, 08 May 2013 16:37:06 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/191*120/PinkGloveFundraiser.jpg
The Pink Glove Fundraiser to help breast cancer patients will be held Mt Carmel in East Hartford on May 17.]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 10:29:05 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/beer36.jpg
A new campaign is being launched to promote the state's beer industry.

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The park features zip-lines and aerial rope courses that run through five wooded acres and all activities require no electricity or motors.

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The crowd was still and silent, hanging on his every word as he related a tale of being rushed to a hospital in South America while on location for his PBS program, Scientific American Frontiers.

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Panera will open on Main Street at 10 State House Square. on Monday, May 13 and it will be open, Monday through Friday, from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m.]]> Mon, 06 May 2013 11:28:45 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/ma-gerbils-strutting-their-stuff_722x406_29043267510.jpg
Dozens of gerbils will compete for coveted ribbons based on their body type and color during an annual pageant in Massachusetts.]]> Mon, 06 May 2013 11:26:17 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Pug-Party-0504.jpg
The 22nd San Diego Pug Party brings out hundreds of the dogs but it's more than just for fun. NBC 7's Artie Ojeda and Danya Bacchus report.]]> Sat, 04 May 2013 09:33:59 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/comiccon722.jpg
Saturday, May 4 marks the 12th annual international Free Comic Book Day, when 2,000 retailers around the world are expected to give away over 4.6 million books.

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Looking for a true Churchill Downs experience? There are plenty of plances planning to celebrate the Kentucky Derby in traditional southern style.

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Newly released video shows actress Reese Witherspoon under arrest for disorderly conduct. Witherspoon was taken into custody after her husband, Jim Toth, was pulled over and accused of driving under th...]]> Thu, 02 May 2013 18:37:34 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/214*120/mothersdaythumb13.jpg
This Mother's Day, there's no need to resort to a boring gift card. Instead, treat mom to something special with one of these fifteen cool (and fabulously affordable) finds.

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Norman is the latest international YouTube sensation. The French sheep dog from Arlington can ride a bike and scooter and his owner Karen Cobb says it all came to Norman naturally.]]> Fri, 03 May 2013 13:46:36 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Emily-Bear.jpg
For most people, it would take a lifetime to achieve what Emily Bear has achieved in her 11 short years. Catch her May 10 performance at Old Town School of Folk Music in]]> Mon, 06 May 2013 10:48:59 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Dressing+for+the+Derby.jpg
See how one New Yorker is planning her outfit for the Kentucky Derby with the help of Linda Pagan, owner of The Hat Shop.]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 12:47:56 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Blues+Traveler+Getty.jpg
Blues Traveler will headline the Milford Oyster Festival, which will be held on Saturday, August 17.

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Paul Teutul Sr., of Orange County Choppers, and DJ Pauly D, of MTV's "Jersey Shore," are teaming up to help Newtown.]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:46:02 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/dining-generic-plate-fork.jpg
The season is here to dine outside and there are plenty of options across the state.

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The goal is to give parents more information about whether a movie is appropriate for their kids. LeeAnn Trotter explains.]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:30:28 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/Yvette+Mattern+rainbow.jpg
Beginning at dusk on Wednesday, lasers will light the sky over New Haven, forming a “night rainbow.”

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Looking for the ultimate cup of joe? You need to go no further than South Philly. Ultimo Coffee was recently named America's Best Coffee Shop by The Daily Meal. NBC10's Jesse Gary finds out why.

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"Ship your pants" is a juvenile play on words.]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 09:49:04 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/20132013041205h30m27s163.jpg
The Kimbell Art Museum in Fort Worth, Texas has acquired two rare Maya artifacts that will go on display by the end of the month.]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:15:43 -0400 http://media.nbcconnecticut.com/images/213*120/lentil.jpg
A French bulldog puppy with a cleft palate is tugging on heartstrings across the Internet.

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It‘s been a chilly April here in Connecticut so far, but Mother Nature is delivering Spring weather at just the right time for ice cream lovers.]]>