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Mayor William Dickinson has spoken out against recreational marijuana legalization. Photo courtesy of Record-Journal

Local Leaders Rally Against Marijuana

March 29, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

As states across the nation push to legalize recreational marijuana, Connecticut, too, has taken interest — and the debate over the substance’s legalization has now reached Wallingford. Democratic committee leaders announced on Thursday, March 14, that bills in three separate committees would, if passed in the Connecticut General Assembly, fullyRead More

Beyond the Tuck Shop – Fussy Coffee

March 29, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

Offering a selection of coffee types from around the world and freshly cooked, cafe-style meals, Fussy Coffee is a newly-opened, modern-style restaurant in New Haven that has become a popular destination for local students. Phil Lustenader, the head cook of Fussy Coffee, has been working at the restaurant since itRead More

Women’s Health Center Provides Key Services

March 29, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

Women’s History Month lies between the first and last days of March every year. Many significant women in history recognized during this month have worked to combat stigmas about women’s health and help women better maintain their physical well-being. Located in Wallingford, the Women’s Center of Southern New England hasRead More

100 Women of Color Gala Honors Connecticut Women

March 29, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

Throughout history, many women have made major contributions to the progress of society, yet their work has often gone unrecognized. Several award ceremonies today are working to counteract this trend by recognizing women for their accomplishments as community leaders and female role models. One such award ceremony is the 100Read More

Amy Stewart, author of Girl Waits with Gun, this year’s One Book, One Wallingford title, will visit Wallingford on May 15. Photos courtesy of amystewart.com

Library Kicks Off Year Two of Town-Read Program

February 15, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

On Wednesday, February 6, the Wallingford Public Library (WPL) announced the featured novel of its One Book, One Wallingford program this year, the book Girl Waits with Gun, by Amy Stewart. Through multiple events and programs in the near future, Wallingford residents will have the opportunity to read and discussRead More

Beyond the Tuck Shop

Beyond the Tuck Shop

February 15, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

Serving signature homemade dishes from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day of the week, Henry’s restaurant offers American fare from its North Colony Street location in downtown Wallingford. Mr. Henry Pellerin, the owner and main chef of the restaurant, opened the business three years ago. Mr. Pellerin considered severalRead More

Wallingford School System Considers Changes

Wallingford School System Considers Changes

February 15, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

To update its school system to better match the needs of its current student population, the town of Wallingford hired consultants to conduct a study on how best to utilize the resources of its public schools. Recently these third-party consultants have returned the results of their study to the WallingfordRead More

Henry’s ofers a variety of American fare including homemade pies.
Photo courtesy of henryswallingford.com

Beyond the Tuck Shop – Henry’s

February 15, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

Serving signature homemade dishes from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day of the week, Henry’s restaurant offers American fare from its North Colony Street location in downtown Wallingford. Mr. Henry Pellerin, the owner and main chef of the restaurant, opened the business three years ago. Mr. Pellerin considered severalRead More

The town is considering several options for renovation and reorganization of its schools, including merging Lyman Hall and Sheehan High Schools. Photo courtesy of the Record-Journal

Wallingford School System Considers Changes

February 15, 2019 at 6:00 am Comments are Disabled

To update its school system to better match the needs of its current student population, the town of Wallingford hired consultants to conduct a study on how best to utilize the resources of its public schools. Recently these third-party consultants have returned the results of their study to the WallingfordRead More