Groton, CT|News|
National Discount Retailer Plans To Open Groton Store
A retailer with one Connecticut store has five more in the works, according to reports.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Chris Rhatigan , Patch Staff
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Chris Rhatigan is a local editor for Connecticut Patch and Massachusetts Patch. In Connecticut, he covers Milford, New London, Stonington-Mystic, and Groton. In Massachusetts, he covers Andover, North Andover, Tewksbury, Burlington, Reading, Wilmington, and Wakefield.
He began his journalism career at The New Haven Register, where he covered city government and schools for the Milford bureau. He has also written for publications such as The Iowa City Press-Citizen, The Cedar Rapids Gazette, and Connecticut Magazine.
If you have a news tip for a local community, you can reach him by email at chris.rhatigan@patch.com.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
National Discount Retailer Charts Rapid Expansion In CT
A retailer with one Connecticut store has five more in the works, according to reports.
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New London|News|
'Refined Coastal Living': 3-BR Home Hits The Market In New London
Check out how much a home "where timeless elegance meets an exceptional waterfront setting" is listed for in New London.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Pedestrian Struck, Killed In CT Crash, Police Say
A pedestrian died following an accident Thursday night, according to police.
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Lexington, MA|News|
Longtime Lexington Dunkin' To Reopen With New Addition
A Dunkin' that closed last year will reopen under new ownership with the addition of a second national brand.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
2 Huge Scratch-Off Winners Sold At Same Wakefield Store
Check out the latest lucky winners in a Mass Lottery game and find out where the tickets were sold.
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Milford, CT|News|
Recent Obituaries From Milford: Givens, Fisher, Smith
Condolences are extended to the families and friends of those who have recently died.
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The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|News|
Driver Trapped In Car Under Downed Tree In East Haddam
Firefighters responded to the call early Thursday morning.
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Woburn, MA|News|
Expanded, 3-BR Cape Hits The Market In Woburn
Check out how much a home that's been "immaculately updated" is listed for in Woburn.
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Tewksbury, MA|News|
Tewksbury Public Library Events, Week Of Aug. 17, 2026
The library will hold 17 programs next week, including an outdoor concert and a touch-a-truck event.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
Beloved CT Country Store, Candy Shop To Close After 20 Years In Business
The store is housed in what was once an old, abandoned barn in a Connecticut town.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
Investigators Seek Info On Massive Warehouse Blaze In Wakefield
Investigators are asking for the public's help as they seek to identify how a six-alarm fire started last week.
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Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Here's What About $1 Million Gets You In Mystic Real Estate
A new construction home is being built on a nearly 10-acre lot in the heart of Mystic.
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Chelmsford, MA|News|
Mediterranean Restaurant Opens In Chelmsford
"We've been absolutely blown away by how busy we've been," the restaurant posted.
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Across Connecticut, CT|News|
CT Trooper Hospitalized Following Crash Involving Truck, Police Say
The truck's driver was found at fault in the accident, state police said.
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Milford, CT|News|
Partial Building Collapse Reported In Milford Following Storm
The powerful storm also resulted in trees falling on homes, road closures and power outages.
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East Hampton-Portland, CT|News|
Motorcyclist Dies Following Crash; ID Released: Portland Police
A motorcyclist thrown from his bike and struck by a car in an accident Wednesday has died, according to police.
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Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Popular Pawcatuck Bagel Shop Moving To 'Iconic' Spot
The growing business has plans to move to make the move this year.
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The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|News|
Haddam Resident Wins Big On Scratch-Off Game
Check out the latest winner of $10,000 or more in a CT Lottery game and find out where the lucky ticket was sold.
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Milford, CT|News|
Milford Republican Aldermen Call For Swift Resolution To Flock Camera Controversy
A proposed moratorium on use of the surveillance technology was tabled at a recent meeting.
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