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Atlantic Avenue more closely resembles the surface of Mars than the bustling beach resort of old, but a "Bring Back the Beach" campaign spearheaded by the Chamber of Commerce is giving residents and business owners hope for a full recovery.
Our local bookseller, R. J. Julia is trying to decide ... what do you think?
The company that supplies New England states with power wants a 10 percent rate hike.
Did you know there are plenty of opportunities to shop small in Middletown in addition to our terrific owner-operated businesses? You can add these local Etsy dealers to your list of places to shop for the holidays and beyond.
Even though the average price per gallon in Connecticut has been on the decline in recent months, the annual average was the highest ever.
A small busing in the machine can leach lead, the manufacturer says.
Group holds art fair featuring works of its own members and other professional artists.
Tablets, flip-screen laptops and smart TV devices are among the popular choices this year.
With the future of Hostess Brands Inc. still unclear, Patch takes a look at the history of the snack cake marketed as "Golden Sponge Cake with Creamy Filling."
Middletown is a city with a lot of local businesses, so check out some of the top city-centric pages we found on Facebook.
Job growth appears to be slowing and wages are on the decline.
Can gas prices get much lower during the holiday season?
The neighborhood turkey farm has created holiday traditions around its own family tradition.
Start your holiday shopping at locally owned stores during Small Business Saturday.
The biggest shopping day of the year is looming. Here's how to cope if you plan to partake in early shopping.
Thousands are signing an online petitions against Black Friday store opening hours that have been pushed into Thanksgiving Day.
Eamonn S. Wisneski is a Middletown native, attended Middletown schools and graduated from Middletown High School in 1997.
Local businesses salute our service men and women with special deals year-round as well as on Veterans Day.
Information about returning to work—or getting paid until you can—after Hurricane Sandy.
He is urging the public to check some Nesquik labels.
Middletown's first night celebration, headlined by singer/songwriter and Wesleyan graduates Dar Williams and Stevesongs, is more than 100 shows spread across four blocks downtown.
The generators, sold between December 2011 and July 2012, are at risk of leaking fuel, which poses a fire hazard.
When state and local taxes are combined, Connecticut ranks below only New York and New Jersey.
Green Cup, an environmentally friendly alternative to the K-Cup used in millions of Keurig machines and other single-cup coffeemakers, has been chosen by Whole Foods for a nationwide launch that begins in West Hartford on Nov. 1.
The recall includes UltraMist Sport, UltraMist Ultra Defense and UltraMist Kids.
The Spirit Halloween stores is now open in malls and towns around the region and consignment shops also offer affordable, second-hand options for costumes.
The next Voices in the Bookstore session is Friday. It's a great place for writers to meet writers. While you're at it, check out RJJ's Espresso Book Machine, which is a great way for first time authors to get published quickly.
The Kellogg's products have possible flexible metal mesh from a manufacturing part.
Kimberly Greenlaw, owner of Eggs Up Grill, talks about how a diagnosis of an immune disease caused her to create a gluten free menu option — a decision that has proven to be a hit among customers.
The automaker is recalling 2.5 million cars in the U.S. affected by faulty door switch - Subaru and General Motors could be involved as well.
According to one survey, Americans will spend billions on the holiday as a record number of people celebrate.
The Dark Knight rises, but classic costumes remain the most popular.
Halloween's just around the corner, time to check out Patch's scoop on local pumpkin patches and farm stands!
There's nothing better than biting into a crisp fresh apple right from the tree as fall begins — here's your complete guide to local orchards!
The grocery chain is removing this item from the shelves because of possible salmonella contamination in the peanut butter used in its manufacture.
In honor of National Coffee Day, both city McDonalds is giving out a small coffee to customers Friday and Saturday.
Local business has a feel good story to tell in a tough economy.
Middetown Patch spoke with Jennifer Brown, who just opened a new yoga studio in River View Center. Today and Saturday, she's offering free classes to anyone willing to turn up the heat on their workouts.