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The two suspects accused of a racist attack against a Mystic hotel worker on June 26 were taken into custody and have been released after posting bond, according to Stonington police. Philip Sarner and Emily Orbay were arrested in Brooklyn, New York by the New York Police Department and the United States Marshals Service early on Monday, police said. They…

Police have released booking photos of two suspects in an attack on a hotel worker in Mystic. They were released after posting bond.

Dozens of people gathered outside the Stonington Police Department to show support for Crystal Caldwell, a Mystic hotel worker who was assaulted while working on June 26.

Dozens of people gathered outside the Stonington Police Department to show support for Crystal Caldwell, a Mystic hotel worker who was assaulted while working on June 26. People at the rally say they want justice for Caldwell. Police said Monday they have arrested the suspects accused in the attack. Stonington Police say they are working with other law enforcement agencies…

The Stonington Police Department announced Friday new charges against two suspects in an assault on a Mystic hotel worker. Police are searching for two suspects in an attack against Crystal Caldwell, a 59-year-old hotel worker. Philip Sarner and Emily Orbay are accused of attacking Caldwell. Caldwell told NBC Connecticut they also called her a racial slur. The state’s attorney...

The Stonington Police Department released the audio recordings of two 911 calls that they received about an assault at a Mystic hotel nearly two weeks ago. Police are still searching for the two people accused of attacking Crystal Caldwell, a 59-year-old hotel worker. According to the recordings, the first call came from a colleague of Crystal Caldwell at the Quality…

A hotel clerk says she was assaulted and the victim of a racial slur after receiving a complaint from two guests about hot water.

Connecticut police are searching for a New York couple accused of assaulting a 59-year-old hotel worker in Mystic while hurling racial epithets. Police said Monday they have issued arrest warrants for Philip Sarner and Emily Orbay, who have no permanent addresses but are known to be primarily from Nassau County, New York. They are accused of attacking Crystal Caldwell, a…

Police are investigating after what they say appears to be a domestic incident at Howard Johnson in Mystic. The incident occurred at approximately 7:44 p.m. Friday night on Greenmanville Avenue. One person was transported to the hospital with injuries, according to police. Police are investigating the incident. No additional information was immediately available.

Drive-in movies will be shown in Olde Mistick Village this weekend. Olde Mistick Village and Mystic Luxury Cinemas are hosting drive-in movies today and tomorrow. “Mamma Mia!” will play tonight and “Remember the Titans” will play Saturday night. Guests will be allowed into the parking lot starting at 7 p.m. with all shows starting at 8:40 p.m. Tickets are $40…

The Amistad will be used as part of an education program at Mystic Seaport this summer.

The replica of the Amistad is in Mystic this summer, and stands as an important lesson in history.

The State of Connecticut is moving into Phase 2 of the reopening plan and that will mean several businesses will be operating with a new normal. Phase 2 includes amusement parks, hotels, nail salons, driving schools, among other businesses. A full list of businesses allowed to reopen in phase two can be viewed here. Some businesses are hoping the second phase…

The Connecticut Department of Transportation approved a permit that will allow Mystic Pizza to use a state highway right-of-way to add outdoor dining to comply with phase 1 reopening requirements. The permit will allow Mystic Pizza, located on West Main Street, to add tables in the front of the building near the doorways and on the sidewalk. Phase 1 of…

The Mystic Seaport Museum will reopen to the public on Saturday, officials announced Wednesday. The museum has been closed since March 13 due to the coronavirus pandemic. To celebrate the reopening, admission will be free from May 23 through May 29. Indoor exhibits, including village buildings and vessels will remain closed, but outdoor areas will be open. There will be…

If you’re looking to get out for something to do while keeping a social distance, you might want to plan a visit to Olde Mistick Village over Memorial Day weekend. Olde Mistick Village and Mystic Luxury Cinemas will host a pop-up drive-in movie experience for the three-day weekend. In addition to seeing a drive-in movie, Olde Mistick Village restaurants...

The state has released its guidelines for people who are planning to visit the state parks and beaches this summer, including rules on social distancing and face coverings.

Mystic Aquarium is reopening to the general public on Friday, but plans to host special events in recognition of the community and frontline workers on Wednesday and Thursday. The aquarium said they are reopening with the special events on Wednesday and Thursday in recognition of the support of the local community and the efforts of healthcare workers, emergency responders and…

Mystic Aquarium will be reopening to the general public on May 22 but limiting visitors to outside spaces.

Restrictions in place to limit the spread of the coronavirus are casting a shadow of uncertainty over what summer will look like on Connecticut’s shoreline. “We are solid booked and we may not be able to accommodate them,” said Perry Garvin, president of Garvin Family Corp. Garvin’s family has been renting out cottages on Hawk’s Nest Beach, a private...