Memorial Day

The rain held off for most of Memorial Day weekend and that was good news for campers at Hammonasset State Park. 

Cities and towns across the state held ceremonies and parades to commemorate Memorial Day. 

Every year on Memorial Day Weekend, people come out to the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown to honor those who gave their lives for our country.

Both Memorial Day and Veterans Day have significant meaning to many veterans, members of the U.S. armed services and their families.

While everyone has the freedom to celebrate as they choose, Americans should also remember that this holiday is really a somber occasion to pause and reflect as a nation.

When Marshal Boutchyard entered the Army National Guard four years ago, he knew he had relatives who served and died in World War II. Only now is a fuller picture emerging.

From out-of-state drivers to in-state campers, the holiday weekend is underway for Memorial Day.

Millions are heading out on the roads for their Memorial Day Weekend plans. AAA estimates that travel this year will be 4% higher than last year, with 43.8 million people driving 50 miles or more from home from Thursday to Sunday. “We’re going to Cape Cod for a couple days, then we’re heading to Maine,” said Jill Klein of North…

Many on the roads in Connecticut say the holiday weekend was “mostly smooth sailing” as folks headed out to their vacation destinations.

Military family members share why the somber holiday is one of the most painful days of the year and should not be marked by celebratory wishes.

While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the Memorial Day deals that are available, we have you covered with discounts on food and drinks, gas and even an American flag giveaway.

Memorial Day, a federal holiday that honors and remembers those who died while serving in the United States Military, will soon have many celebrating a long three-day weekend. But if you have the day off Monday, what’s open and closed?

Ceremonies and parades will be happening across the state to commemorate Memorial Day. While many events are happening on Monday, May 27, some were held earlier. Because of rain and storms, check your town or city to see if plans have changed. Monday, May 27 The parade starts at 8:45 a.m. from the Andover Elementary School parking lot to Route…