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Happy Submarine Coincidence

 February 7, 2012

On a short aerial jaunt to get photos of the work at the Niantic River railroad bridge replacement project I spotted the USS New Hampshire transiting the Thames River under escort with two U.S. Coast Guard small boats and a tug.

• Ballet from the Wing
    December 13, 2011     COMMENTS (0)
  A little over 20-years ago, as a student at Boston University I attended a panel...

David Collins

TODAY, IN THE DAY - Columnist David Collins is a close reader of The Day and shares some thoughts on what's in the news here and elsewhere.

If you're worried about whale stress ....

 February 9, 2012

The AP reports on a new study on whale stress

• Revenge: What a Great Name for a Naval Warship
    February 8, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  The Navy is looking for the Revenge.

• Who doesn't love a submarine picture?
    February 7, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  Photographer Sean D. Elliot captured

• Solace for Patriots' fans: Good News
    February 6, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  The paper has a lot of good news in it today

• Those cadets must like to eat
    February 4, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  Cadets at the Coast Guard Academy gave a full flag salute to their departing chef, who...

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    February 4, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  

Karen Florin

ON THE DOCKET - Court reporter Karen Florin blogs about court cases and legal matters that are in the news.

Connecticut does Law Day right

 February 6, 2012

Connecticut has one of the highest gas taxes in the country and is a lousy place to retire, according to recent news stories.

• Cold cases on the docket
    January 13, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  This could be the year that some of the region’s coldest murder cases are...

• Court Jester changes courthouses
    November 8, 2011     COMMENTS (0)
  Longtime New London prosecutor Pete McShane didn’t even have time to play a final...

• Reject a plea deal at your own peril
    October 24, 2011     COMMENTS (0)
  People accused of crimes have the right to a trial by a jury of their peers, but the...

Rufus Giuseppe

THE DOG DISHES - When not on guard for trespassing squirrels or attempting to snuggle with skunks, Rufus is observing the world, as run by humans, and sharing his ruminations with readers.

It's time for some tough love

 February 9, 2012

It’s never good when your mom figure says it’s time for some tough love.

• All hail, HRH* Callista Gingrich *Her ’Rageous Hair
    February 2, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  I know spectacular hair when I see it; I happen to wear a pretty terrific wiry coat...

• Get your head out of the oil sand
    January 19, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  I wagged my tail vigorously yesterday when I saw that Bo’s dad, President Obama,...

• But will I pass the doughnut test?
    January 13, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  So, I started school this week, and I'm pretty sure I'll be graduating at the top of my...

• My predictions for 2012
    January 5, 2012     COMMENTS (0)
  What, it’s 2012? Where’s my bubbly? I slept right through the turn of the...

• In 2012, hold the cantaloupe
    December 21, 2011     COMMENTS (0)
  Thankful for in 2011
  

JC Reindl

THE CAPITOL CONVEYOR - State government and politics news moving just below the surface

Town Blogs

EAST LYME NOTEBOOK

Officials to be sworn in Monday

 December 1, 2011

First Selectman Paul Formica and other elected officials will be sworn into office this Monday at 3 p.m. during a ceremony to be held at East Lyme High School.
According to Formica, who will begin his third term as the...

GROTON NOTEBOOK

Remember Me, Groton? Well, Welcome the New Guy

 January 25, 2012

Couple things here.

• More Groton Giving Makes Happy Holiday  (12/27/11)   COMMENTS (0)
  

• The Giving In Groton is Good for the Season  (12/8/11)   COMMENTS (1)
  

LEDYARD NOTEBOOK

Prevent bullying, learn about jealousy in relationships and communicate with your teen

 February 10, 2012

On Sunday, the first of two workshop-style sessions on bullying, jealousy in relationships and communication is scheduled at the Congregational Church.

• 19 students become the first  (2/6/12)   COMMENTS (0)
  

• The "Garbage Czar" is at it again  (1/21/12)   COMMENTS (0)
  

LYME NOTEBOOK

In more adorable news, a new Lyme first dog

 January 22, 2012

Given that my week has been rather dog-heavy in news (or would that be "news"?), I figured I'd cap it off with yet another feel-good, furry canine story.

MONTVILLE NOTEBOOK

NEW LONDON NOTEBOOK

Someone Like You

 January 31, 2012

Adele alert!

NORTH STONINGTON NOTEBOOK

Get your chili fill before the Super Bowl. Or find the perfect recipe

 February 1, 2012

If you're like me, it ain't the Super Bowl without chili.

• A trail sign is unveiled, just in time for a Christmas walk  (12/23/11)   COMMENTS (0)
  

NORWICH NOTEBOOK

It's February, time to think about July 4

 January 31, 2012

Plans for the annual July 4 fireworks festival are coming together fast, so it’s time for local businesses and residents to get onboard with donations and sponsorships.

• Rumors caused by 'For Sale' sign  (12/6/11)   COMMENTS (0)
  

• Doing something nice for women not used to it  (11/25/11)   COMMENTS (0)
  

OLD LYME NOTEBOOK

Hey, goose. Is that an arrow through your head?

 February 9, 2012

You've no doubt seen TV footage of this poor little guy, who was shot through the head with an arrow but lived to tell about it. In fact, according to staff at the Florence Griswold Museum -- his preferred hangout spot -- this goose is...

PRESTON NOTEBOOK

Happy 325th Preston

 January 11, 2012

A committee is organizing this year’s celebration of the town’s 325th anniversary.

STONINGTON NOTEBOOK

Festival of Lights sets attendance, food collection records

 December 13, 2011

The annual Festivals of Lights at Olde Mistick Village and Mystic Aquarium, which continues to draw large crowds each year, set two records last Friday night.

WATERFORD NOTEBOOK

Occupy the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center!

 December 7, 2011

The students at the National Theater Institute will stage an Occupy the O’Neill, in a manner of speaking.
On Dec. 16-17, the NTI will perform an original "response" to Clifford Odets’ 1935 debut play...

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