State Targeting Jan. 1 for Lottery to Hunt Deer with Shotguns

The DEEP says permits will allow residents to hunt deer with shotguns on specific state lands.

The Partridges Have Something to Grouse About

Connecticut’s forests are now too old for Ruffed Grouse and the dozen or so other birds that require young woods for nesting.

UConn Looks to 'Knit the Campus Together'

The state's flagship university will spend $2 million to create a new master plan to improve the "look and feel" of its Storrs campus.

How to Post Events on Oxford Patch

Hosting a craft fair, playing a gig or participating in a play? We invite you to share what's happening in and around town in our calendar!

New Gen X Moms in Town: Best Data Maps of 2013

Are you a new mom with an old Lemonheads t-shirt? The map below shows where you can find other new moms of your generation.

12 Delicious and Surprising Holiday Side Dishes

These sides will take center stage at the holiday table.

Christmas Dinner SOS: How to Save Your Holiday Dishes

Simple tips for making sure all your hard work in the kitchen doesn't go to waste.

10 Weird Facts About Christmas Foods

Here are some fun and weird facts about Christmas foods that might have you rethinking your own holiday menu and traditions.

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Beautiful Christmas Tree? We Want to See

Let’s get a great gallery of Christmas trees going!

Photo Gallery: The Most Festive and Wacky Gingerbread Houses

From an entire gingerbread village to a life-sized gingerbread house, these sweet and festive creations are the perfect addition to the holiday season.

This Trick Will Save Your Holiday Fruit Pie

A pie bird will prevent your pies from getting soggy.

Time Running Out for CT Gun Owners to Register 'Assault Weapons'

Anyone found in possession of an unregistered "assault weapon" after Jan. 1, 2014, could face a felony charge. Here's an FAQ and a link to the registration forms.

VNA/SCC’s Nurturing Families Network Delivers Gifts Donated by EBP Supply Solutions

Is Connecticut's Declining Unemployment Rate a Smoke-Screen?

The latest numbers say 7.9% of the state's workforce is jobless, but a new report contends that the underlying cause is that many have temporarily given up.

Unique Holiday Dessert Recipes

Spice up your holiday dessert spread with these creative dishes.

Your Guide to Holiday Tipping

We reveal how much to tip your babysitter, mail carrier, hairdresser, and more.

Could You Go an Entire Year Without Buying Clothes?

…Or a cup of coffee, or going to the movies? Smart spender Betty Linneman made the ultimate New Year’s resolution in 2013. Could you do the same?

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ASAP presents Pilobolus

ASAP presents Pilobolus

94.5 Million Americans Traveling This Holiday Season

In New England, AAA reports, about 28% of a population of 4 million are traveling. Are you?

Holiday Viewing Guide: Christmas 2013 TV Schedule

Check out these holiday classics with your family this week.

This Group of Oxford High Students Is Taking Off!

For a trip to present their NASA/IPAC research on galaxies at the American Astronomical Society Meeting in Washington, D.C.

Best Maps of 2013: Who Has the Worst Commute?

The map below shows a snapshot of how many minutes it generally takes people to get to work.

Local Artist to Exhibit at The Watermark

This Week in Oxford: Christmas Eve Services, Sunny Days

Princess pony bedding set. The company kids

Loft bed set for your little princess

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How to Post in Patch's Virtual Tag Sale

It's too cold to host an outdoor tag sale but you can have a virtual one and post your items on our Buy/Sell/Trade board!