The Lymes, CT|News|
Beloved Recreational Shop To Close In Niantic
The owners said in a Facebook post that it's "been a hard few years trying to stay open."
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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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Milford, CT|News|
Person Trapped Under Car In Milford, Fire Officials Say
Crews responded to the incident on I-95 Monday evening.
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Reading, MA|News|
'A Little Women Christmas' Coming To Reading Theater
The new radio play coming to Colonial Chorus Players of Reading is based on the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott.
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Milford, CT|News|
Milford Releases Garbage, Recycling Pickup Schedule For Holiday
The city is notifying residents about changes to the schedule due to the upcoming holiday.
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Across Virginia, VA|News|
VA Ranks High In Places To Raise A Family, Study Says
Check out where Virginia lands in a new analysis of the best places to raise a family in the U.S.
Chris Rhatigan, Patch Staff
Stonington-Mystic, CT|News|
Santa’s Tugboat Arrival, Lighted Boat Parade Return to Mystic
Details about Santa’s arrival by tugboat and the 22nd annual Lighted Boat Parade have been released.
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Ledyard, CT|News|
Motor Vehicle Accident Reported In Ledyard
Fire officials said drivers should avoid the area.
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Groton, CT|News|
Victim Suffers 'Serious Physical Injuries' In Groton Assault, Police Say
A man is facing accusations that he assaulted a woman while a child was present, according to police.
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Reading, MA|News|
Details Released On Reading's Holiday Events
A tree lighting, a menorah lighting, and more are on the docket for the holiday season.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Ranks High In Places To Raise A Family, Study Says
Check out where Massachusetts lands in a new analysis of the best places to raise a family in the U.S.
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Montville, CT|News|
Longtime State Representative For Southeastern CT Dies
The representative was the assistant deputy speaker and his "commitment to public service will be greatly missed."
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New London|News|
Busy Intersection To Be Closed For Emergency Work In New London
The closure could last up to six weeks, according to the city.
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Reading, MA|News|
These Reading Area Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly.
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Montville, CT|News|
Worker Zip-Tied, Assaulted In Smoke Shop Robbery In Montville: Police
A man is facing a litany of charges following a violent robbery at a Montville smoke shop over the weekend, police said.
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Wilmington, MA|News|
These Wilmington Area Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly.
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Andover, MA|News|
These Andover Area Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly.
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Milford, CT|News|
Tree Lighting Details Announced In Milford
The upcoming holiday fun will also include a Christmas market, live music, and a visit from Santa.
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Wakefield, MA|News|
These Wakefield Area Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly.
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Milford, CT|News|
Major Shopping Plaza In Milford Sold In Multi-Million-Dollar Deal
A prominent shopping center has been sold to owners who plan to bring in new retailers.
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Tewksbury, MA|News|
These Tewksbury Area Restaurants Are Open On Thanksgiving Day
Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly.
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