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CT Cities Fall In St. Patrick's Day Celebration Rankings: See Full List CT Cities Fall In St. Patrick's Day Celebration Rankings: See Full List
CT Cities Fall In St. Patrick's Day Celebration Rankings: See Full List Every year, some cities feel the luck of the Irish a little more than others. WalletHub released its 2026 list of Best Cities for St. Patrick's Day Celebrations on Wednesday, March 11. The study ranked 200 US cities based on holiday traditions, Irish pubs and restaurants per capita, affordability, safety, accessibility, and even the weather forecast. WalletHub said Americans are expected to spend about $7 billion on St. Patrick's Day in 2026. "St. Patrick's Day celebrates the Irish, but it's become a beloved cultural holiday for millions of Americans regardless of their ancestry," said Wal…
Jimmy Kimmel's Return Won't Air On CT's Main ABC Station: Here's Why Jimmy Kimmel's Return Won't Air On CT's Main ABC Station: Here's Why
Jimmy Kimmel's Return Won't Air On CT's Main ABC Station: Here's Why Jimmy Kimmel's late-night return won't be seen on many ABC stations owned by Nexstar Media Group. Nexstar said it will preempt "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" when it returns at 11:35 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23. The local media giant owns 28 ABC affiliates across the country, including eight in the Northeast. Disney announced on Monday, Sept. 22, that the show will resume with new episodes after "thoughtful conversations" with Kimmel. ABC temporarily pulled the show after Nexstar announced it would not air the program due to Kimmel's comments on Monday, Sept. 15, in the aftermath of conservat…
Yale, UConn Ranked Among U.S. News Top 100 Colleges: See Who Made It Yale, UConn Ranked Among U.S. News Top 100 Colleges: See Who Made It
Yale, UConn Ranked Among U.S. News Top 100 Colleges: See Who Made It Nearly 40 colleges across the Northeast have been recognized as some of the best in the nation. U.S. News released its 2026 Best Colleges rankings on Tuesday, Sept. 23. Princeton University retained its No. 1 position on the national list, followed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. The 41st edition of the rankings evaluates nearly 1,700 colleges, using up to 17 academic quality metrics, including graduation rates and faculty resources.  "For over four decades, Best Colleges has served as a trusted and data-backed resource for students and f…
CT Public Building Ranked Among Ugliest In US, New Survey Finds CT Public Building Ranked Among Ugliest In US, New Survey Finds
CT Public Building Ranked Among Ugliest In US, New Survey Finds A national survey has named the "ugliest" public buildings in the US, and several from the Northeast landed high on the list. The study, conducted by New Jersey realtor Rob Dekanski, focused on how residents view the design of civic buildings across the country. More than 3,000 people were surveyed in July, with results weighted by age, gender, and geography. Courthouses and city halls dominated the rankings, with 18 Northeast locations ranked. "Not every government building gets the same level of affection as a courthouse with columns or a historic city hall," Dekanski wrote in a blo…
IDs Released For 5 Killed In Horrific Western NY Tour Bus Crash IDs Released For 5 Killed In Horrific Western NY Tour Bus Crash
IDs Released For 5 Killed In Horrific Western NY Tour Bus Crash Identities have now been released of those killed after a sightseeing trip from Niagara Falls to New York City turned tragic when a tour bus carrying 54 people rolled over in western New York, leaving five dead and dozens injured. The devastating incident on I-90 in Genesee County happened around midday Friday, Aug. 22.  The bus, owned by M&Y Tour Inc. of Staten Island, veered off the highway, overcorrected, and rolled down an embankment near Pembroke, according to New York State Police. The bus was en route from Niagara Falls to New York City when it exited the roadway between ex…
5 Dead, Dozens Injured After Tour Bus Returning From Niagara Falls Overturns In Western NY 5 Dead, Dozens Injured After Tour Bus Returning From Niagara Falls Overturns In Western NY
5 Dead, Dozens Injured After Tour Bus Returning From Niagara Falls Overturns In Western NY Five people were killed and dozens more injured when a tour bus overturned on the Thruway in western New York. The Genesee County crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-90 in the town of Pembroke, between exits 48A and 49, at around 12:20 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, according to New York State Police. Click here for a new, updated story - IDs Released For 5 Killed In NY Tour Bus Crash  A preliminary investigation found that the bus, owned by M&Y Tour Inc., was returning to New York City from Niagara Falls when it lost control, crossed the median, then overturned on the s…
Claire's Finds Buyer To Keep Mall Brand Alive: See Which Stores Will Close Claire's Finds Buyer To Keep Mall Brand Alive: See Which Stores Will Close
Claire's Finds Buyer To Keep Mall Brand Alive: See Which Stores Will Close Famous ear-piercing retailer Claire's has found a buyer as the struggling mall staple navigates bankruptcy and prepares to close more than a dozen stores. Claire's reached a deal with Ames Watson, which will acquire its North American business and intellectual property, the chain announced on Wednesday, Aug. 20. The agreement comes less than two weeks after Claire's declared bankruptcy for the second time since 2018. The deal must be approved by courts in the US and Canada. The companies didn't disclose the agreement's financial terms. Ames Watson is a private holding compan…
Kodak May Not Survive After 130+ Years, Iconic Film Company Warns: 'Substantial Doubt' Kodak May Not Survive After 130+ Years, Iconic Film Company Warns: 'Substantial Doubt'
Kodak May Not Survive After 130+ Years, Iconic Film Company Warns: 'Substantial Doubt' Kodak's "moment" may be coming to an end after 133 years. Eastman Kodak Company is warning investors that it may not be able to continue operating without securing new financing. The Rochester, New York, company disclosed its financial concerns in its quarterly earnings release on Monday, Aug. 11. The pioneering photography brand reported a $26 million loss in the second quarter of 2025. That's a $52 million swing from the same period in 2024. The poor earnings report sent Kodak's stock tumbling nearly 20% on Tuesday, Aug. 12. "As a result, these conditions raise substantia…
Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies
Chuck Mangione, Jazz Star, 'King Of The Hill' Recurring Guest, Dies An iconic jazz musician has died in his upstate New York home, according to reports. Chuck Mangione died on Tuesday, July 22, according to a family statement. The 84-year-old's death was first reported by the Democrat & Chronicle, a newspaper in his hometown of Rochester, NY. Mangione's family said he "peacefully passed away in his sleep" at his Rochester home. He was most well-known for the song "Feels So Good," along with the 1977 album with the same name. The flugelhorn and trumpet player was born on Friday, Nov. 29, 1940. He began music lessons at age 8 and play…
Wegmans Makes CT Debut With New Supermarket: What Shoppers Can Expect (PHOTOS) Wegmans Makes CT Debut With New Supermarket: What Shoppers Can Expect (PHOTOS)
Wegmans Makes CT Debut With New Supermarket: What Shoppers Can Expect (Photos) A beloved grocery chain from upstate New York has arrived in the Constitution State. Wegmans officially opened its first Connecticut supermarket in Norwalk on Wednesday, July 23. The 92,000-square-foot store is located at 675 Connecticut Avenue, about a mile from exit 13 on Interstate 95. The new Wegmans features signature offerings like fresh produce, seafood, bakery goods, a large selection of cheeses, and deli meats. It also offers made-to-order meals like sushi, sandwiches, pizza, and chef-prepared salads.  The Norwalk site includes a two-story parking deck with 551 spaces, a…
Avelo Slashes Flight Routes As ICE Deportation Flights Fuel Boycott Avelo Slashes Flight Routes As ICE Deportation Flights Fuel Boycott
Avelo Slashes Flight Routes As ICE Deportation Flights Fuel Boycott Avelo Airlines is shutting down its West Coast commercial flights as the carrier doubles down on East Coast operations and faces growing criticism over its deportation flights. An Avelo spokesperson confirmed the end of its Western operations to the Daily Voice on Tuesday, July 15. The Houston-based budget airline will close its hub outside of Los Angeles in Burbank, California, by December. Avelo, which has a hub in New Haven, Connecticut, said Northeast service won't be impacted by the West Coast shutdown. "Avelo’s West Coast closure has no effect on our Connecticut or East Coa…
Three CT Cities Among World's Top 200 In New Study: Here's Why Three CT Cities Among World's Top 200 In New Study: Here's Why
Three CT Cities Among World's Top 200 In New Study: Here's Why Two Northeast cities have been recognized among the 10 best in the world, according to a new study. Oxford Economics has released its 2025 Global Cities Index. New York City ranked No. 1 in the world for the second straight year, while Boston climbed into the global top 10 at No. 8 overall. The index evaluates 1,000 cities across five categories. The annual report scored cities on economics, human capital, quality of life, environment, and governance. Researchers said the index helps guide decisions for investors and policymakers. "Leveraging our best-in-class urban economic for…
Beer Sales Hurt By Trump's Immigration Policies As Tariffs Shake Economy, Top Importer Warns Beer Sales Hurt By Trump's Immigration Policies As Tariffs Shake Economy, Top Importer Warns
Beer Sales Hurt By Trump's Immigration Policies As Tariffs Shake Economy, Top Importer Warns The producer of the best-selling beer in the US says President Donald Trump's immigration policies are hurting sales – adding fuel to economic instability from his global trade wars. Constellation Brands CEO Bill Newlands told investors that immigration concerns and higher prices are forcing many of the company's core customers to cut back on spending – including beer. He made the comments during an earnings call on Thursday, April 10. Newlands said immigration fears are among many socioeconomic factors worrying Hispanic customers, who make up about half of Constellation's be…
CT Firm Named No 2 Best Place To Work In Nation CT Firm Named No 2 Best Place To Work In Nation
CT Firm Named No 2 Best Place To Work In Nation A Connecticut-based financial services company has been named the No. 2 best place to work in the United States, according to a new Fortune survey. Synchrony, a Stamford-based finance and insurance company, earned the honor in Fortune’s annual list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Fortune has compiled the list for 30 years by surveying employees and asking them to rate their workplace across 60 metrics — including the quality of leadership, pay and benefits, coworker relationships, workplace flexibility, employee appreciation, and opportunities for advancement, the outlet said. “I’…
CT Cities Fall Behind For St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, New Study Says: See The Full List CT Cities Fall Behind For St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, New Study Says: See The Full List
CT Cities Fall Behind For St. Patrick's Day Celebrations, New Study Says: See The Full List Every year, some Northeast and mid-Atlantic cities really feel the luck of the Irish more than others. St. Patrick's Day traditions vary widely along the East Coast. Some cities are steeped in Irish tradition with huge parades, historic pubs, and thriving Irish communities, while others lack massive celebrations. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best Cities for St. Patrick's Day Celebrations on Wednesday, Mar. 12. The study ranked 200 US cities based on holiday traditions, Irish pubs per capita, affordability, safety, and even weather. WalletHub projects that Americans wi…
CT Hospital Ranked Among World's Best, Four Recognized Nationally: See The Full List CT Hospital Ranked Among World's Best, Four Recognized Nationally: See The Full List
CT Hospital Ranked Among World's Best, Four Recognized Nationally: See The Full List When it comes to medical care, not all hospitals are created equally, and patients want the best treatment available, whether it's for a routine procedure or a life-saving intervention. Newsweek has released its World's Best Hospitals 2025 list. The rankings, created in collaboration with global data firm Statista, scored hospitals based on expert surveys, patient experience, and hospital performance metrics. Eleven hospitals in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic earned spots among the top 250 worldwide. The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore was ranked No. 4 glob…
5 Nabbed In Murder Of Missing Trans Man Who Faced 'Prolonged Violence' In NY: Police 5 Nabbed In Murder Of Missing Trans Man Who Faced 'Prolonged Violence' In NY: Police
5 Nabbed In Murder Of Missing Trans Man Who Faced 'Prolonged Violence' In NY: Police Five suspects have been charged in the brutal killing of a missing transgender man who died after repeated acts of violence and torture for more than a month by multiple individuals who later discarded his body in a field, New York State Police said. The investigation began on Sunday, Feb. 9.  Troopers in Ontario County from the Canandaigua barracks, located about an hour west of Syracuse, initiated a missing person case after receiving a welfare check request for Sam (Samantha) Nordquist, age 24, originally from Minnesota. Authorities determined he had been staying at Patty’s Lodge i…
Law Firm Founder Killed In Gore Mountain Skiing Accident Law Firm Founder Killed In Gore Mountain Skiing Accident
Law Firm Founder Killed In Gore Mountain Skiing Accident Colleagues and loved ones are mourning the loss of a prominent attorney and businessman following his untimely death in a skiing accident in the Adirondacks. Kevin Colwell, founder and CEO of the Albany-based Colwell Law Group, died at the Gore Mountain ski resort on Saturday, Feb. 8, the firm said in a statement. He was 53. “This tragic loss has deeply impacted all members of the organization.” Colwell was found severely injured by bystanders and ski patrol staff near the Sagamore Trail around 11 a.m. Saturday, New York State Police said. Despite their attempts at life-saving measures, he…
Wegmans Sets Opening Date For First CT Supermarket: Here's What To Expect Wegmans Sets Opening Date For First CT Supermarket: Here's What To Expect
Wegmans Sets Opening Date For First CT Supermarket: Here's What To Expect Wegmans Food Markets has set the date for the opening of its first Connecticut supermarket. Wegmans will open its Norwalk location on Wednesday, July 23, the company said in a news release on Monday, Feb. 10. The highly anticipated 92,000-square-foot store at 675 Connecticut Avenue will open at 9 a.m. The store will employ about 500 people, with hiring already underway for part- and full-time positions across all departments. "We’re looking for enthusiastic candidates to round out our team before opening day," store manager Emily Gee said. "We're excited to begin the countdown to…