Happenings Down The Hill: Textile Museum Mill Of The Month Sept 28

Happenings Down The Hill: Textile Museum Lyceum Sept 21

Which Home Items Are Worth the Splurge?

More of us are choosing between big-ticket home items, proving a little luxury goes a long way when your interior needs a facelift.

Lynwood Road Home Listed for $310K in Mansfield

Spring Lake Gardens is looking for Winter Members

Piano, Wine Press and Tea Cart for Sale; Jazz Records, Reliable Car and Work Wanted

Check out these cool items for sale and post your own, too!

Former State Worker Who Pleaded Guilty to Stealing Welfare Funds Hails from Storrs

The state hired local resident Suki L. Handly in 2008, although she had previously been convicted for prostitution, drug possession and larceny.

Alison Knowles: The Big Book

Indulge in a Guiltless Weekend for Your Own Good

Moms can benefit from making "me time" a priority.

What’s the Going Rate for a Tutor?

Extra help with school work comes at a cost, but how much should you spend for a good tutor?

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Businesses: Post Your Job Openings on Patch. It's Free.

Your announcement goes automatically on the front page and into our daily newsletter.

Mansfield Dog Looking for a Home: Angel

5 Delicious Ways to Sneak Fruits and Veggies Into Family Dinnertime

These simple, sly recipes make fruits and veggies enjoyable for picky eaters.

Blue Slope Fall Tyme Festival

Blue Slope Fall Tyme Festival

Mansfield Meeting of the Week: Public Hearing on Storrs Center Town Square

Stop by on September 17 to give your two cents!

Mansfield, Storrs Area Job Openings on Craigslist

Here's a look at who's hiring in the area.

12 Signs You're Working in a Toxic Office

How dysfunctional is your workplace?

5 Helpful Links to Learn About Financial Aid

Craft and Collectibles Fair

Mansfield-Storrs Obituaries: Robert Knox Jacobs

The following obituaries are of those who lived locally or had family in the area.

Sculptor Of Crazy Horse Mountain: The Connecticut Connections

Korczak Ziolkowski, who started his sculpting business and a family in West Hartford, created a huge sculpture of Native American hero Crazy Horse in the Black Hills of South Dakota. His widow and children continue the project to this day.

Aresimowicz: Northeast Utilities Meeting Provided 'No Clarity' on Outsourcing

The company, which includes Connecticut Light & Power, met with Berlin's legislator but details on what jobs and exactly how many are still unknown, House Majority Leader Joe Aresimowicz said Thursday.

Antiques auction, Atwood estate

Mansfield Police Blotter: Sept. 6 - Sept. 13

The following arrest information was supplied by Connecticut State Police Troop C. It does not indicate a conviction.

Calling all Bargain Hunters: Weekend Tag Sale Roundup

Here is a list of area tag sales for the weekend shopper. How far will you go for a tag sale?

Six Republicans Who (Might) Want to Run for Governor in 2014

Tom Foley, the 2010 GOP candidate who faced Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, is the latest Republican to explore a run next year. But there are others — some declared, some also exploring — on the list too.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

MORE Commission Wants Resurrection of Car Tax Repeal

Earlier this year, the State Legislature declined to act on legislation that would have repealed the car tax after municipal leaders protested. But the Municipal Opportunities & Regional Efficiencies Commission want to try again next year.

Speak Up! - Guest Linda Gottlieb Licensed Therapist

Police: More Victims Discovered in UConn Faculty Member Investigation

UConn professor Robert Miller is under investigation for the alleged sexual assault of young boys, police said.

Free Stuff in Mansfield, Storrs on Craigslist

Here is a list of items your neighbors are giving away on Craigslist.

Deer, Turkey Season Starts Monday; Crossbow Hunting Now Legal

Archery hunting season opens Sept. 16 in designated areas.

Your Connecticut Fall Guide, plus a SPECIAL GIVEAWAY!

Summer's Ending: Which Farmers Markets Are Still Open?

By clicking on the check marks on the right, you can see which greenmarkets are open on which days of the week.

Opticonx Introduces New Micro Distribution Cables

See an American Idol, Adopt a Pet or Help a Good Cause This Weekend

If you are looking for some ideas of things to do this weekend, September 13-15, check out these ideas posted on Patch!

Speak Up Guest - Ron & Sherry Palmer Authors of "Not In The Childs Best Interest"

"If you could change one thing about divorce child custody battles what would it be? Mine is I would require the courts & attorneys to inform parents that they have constitutionally protected fundamental rights. Kevin Avard with Speak Up is bringing