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Juul Labs is under scrutiny once again with regards to their marketing strategy and advertising of vaping products. William Tong, the Attorney General, said that CT would be joining the national effort to reduce vaping in youth. Congressional hearings and investigations into the practices of vaping-product manufacturers took place in the last few months, including […]
Recently, the demolition of tobacco sheds in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, has reminded the state of a large shift in crop demands. The destruction of these sheds and barns on Route 20 has marked a significant change in the area’s extremely long tobacco history. Namely, as the market had shrunk, farms all over the state are […]
Hartford, CT — The Department of Agriculture has recently processed many applications for hemp growing licenses. Industrial hemp growing season is well on its way. The growers will be included in Connecticut’s new pilot study project. Last week, the DOA accepted 35 hemp licenses, and another 24 are waiting for approval. Bryan Hurlburt, the DOA […]
Mystic, Connecticut — Noank Shipyard and Seaport Marine’s owners are planning new reconstructions on their Mystic River 11-acre boatyard. While the boatyard currently has a restaurant, storage space for boats, and a warehouse, the owners are planning to revitalize it. Noank Shipyard’s owners want to attract more locals to their property. By adding child-friendly spaces […]
This cream-colored house that represents a modern take on a colonial home is at 56 Compo Mill Cove, in the Compo Beach neighborhood. It used to be just a shell of its former self until Edyie and Eddie Denkins bought it three decades ago. Aside from running water and electricity, this house featured not much […]
Sleeping Giant, one of the most famous state parks in the state of Connecticut, has finally reopened. The park in Hamden closed for repairs following strong storms that damaged it in May 2018. Several dozens of hikers spread out over the walking area during the weekend when grounds crews cut down grass and added all […]
The Tournament has finally begun. The 2019 Travelers Championship opening ceremony kicked off this Monday and Governor Lamont was there to see it started right. The Tournament Players Club “River Highlands” is the private golf club which is hosting the prestigious event. Thousands are expected to attend what promises to be a highly competitive tournament. […]