Latest: Hospital Capacity In Ellington-Somers Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in the Ellington-Somers area.

Ellington Recreation Department: Sandy Beach At Crystal Lake Updates

All updates regarding the lake/beach, including weather cancellations, etc. will be posted here!

Picture Somers - Then And Now

An old photograph and brief story from Somers history, and how that site appears today.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Ellington-Somers Area

The nation is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

Fun Family Activities Scheduled At The Ellington Farmers Market

From Bugs and Bees and Edible Animal Contest to Shortcakes and Zucchini 500 Drag Race. There are fun activities for all at the market

Ellington Farmers’ Market Helping Low Income Families

Matching SNAP program and matching Senior and WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program vouchers helps low income families obtain healthy foods.

Free StoryWalk® Planned At The Story Barn July 12-17

"Bring the kids and walk through the pages of a children’s book."

Somers Girl Scouts To Host Food Drive July 7

The drive at Geissler’s will benefit Champ's Place.

Parachutist Shatters State Record At Ellington Airport [VIDEO]

Doug Hendrix dusted the unofficial state record of 61 jumps in a day by performing 100 successful skydives over Ellington Wednesday.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Ellington-Somers Area

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the nation's blood supply.

Record Skydiving Attempt Slated For Ellington Airport [UPDATED]

On Wednesday, a member of Connecticut Parachutists Inc. will attempt to set a new state record for most skydives in a single day.

Ellington Recreation Department: Summer Day Camp 2021

Registration is open for the Ellington Summer Day Camp.

Three Great Events Happening In Ellington On Saturday

It looks to be a beautiful Saturday to meet pups available for adoption, visit barnyard animals, and bring your pets for a rabies vaccine

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

An old photograph and brief story from Ellington's past, and how that site appears today.

Blood Donors Needed In Ellington-Somers Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Blood platelet donations are in high demand for cancer patients.

Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties

The latest Hidden gem is a sometimes-parked and sometimes-roving barbecue house.

Ellington Farmers' Market Themes and Events Return

Picnic tables are back and themes have begun. Enjoy live weekly music and more thanks to the lifting of Covid restrictions.

Ellington-Somers Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a couple blood drives in the Ellington-Somers area soon.

Ellington Farmers' Market Continues To Match SNAP Benefits

Helping low income families obtain healthy foods is part of the Ellington Farmers Market mission made possible by community support.

Ellington Farmers' Market Opens For The Season In Arbor Park

The market features forty vendors bringing the best of local and fresh plus live musical entertainment, matching SNAP program and more.

Ellington Women’s Club Plans Fair On The Green May 8

Visit a vintage flea market, the Ellington Farmers’ Market and more as part of the Mother's Day weekend event.

Ellington To Celebrate Spring With Outdoor Events

Opening Day of the Ellington Farmers' Market, Fair on the Green, Vintage Flea Market and the Grand Re-Opening of the Nellie McKnight Museum

Outdoor Activities Aplenty This Saturday In Somers

A town-wide tag sale, a farmers and crafters market with plant sale and an outdoor concert help ring in the start of May in Somers.

Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties

The latest Hidden Gem takes us into the sky ... once we find the runway.

Ellington Resident Cashes In 5-Figure Winning CT Lottery Ticket

The lucky winner recently purchased a $20 scratch ticket which provided the top payout of $20,000.

Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up In Ellington-Somers Area

People who donate through the Red Cross between May 1 and 15 are eligible for an Amazon gift card.

Local Businesses Step In To Improve The Nellie McKnight Museum

The outpouring of support from local businesses is helping to make great strides in improving the museum property.

Somers Food Pantry Receives Anonymous $5,000 Donation

Champ’s Place Food Pantry services the residents of Somers providing groceries for about 60 households per month.

Ellington-Somers Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the country's blood supply.

Picture Somers - Then And Now

An old photograph and brief story from Somers history, and how that site appears today.

Ellington Historical Society Museum and Mercantile Set To Open

Museum features new exhibits and Nellie's Mercantile on Main offering country, vintage and Ellington themes items plus local artisan wares.

Ellington Resident Elected To Connecticut Veterans Hall Of Fame

U.S. Army veteran and former state Rep. Ted Graziani of Ellington is among a dozen new honorees of the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame.

Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties

The latest Hidden Gem is a new twist on an old tradition.

Ellington Women’s Club Seeks Scholarship Applicants

The $500 awards will be granted on the basis of volunteer service and academic success.

Somers Cub Scout Pack 83 Not Letting COVID-19 Slow Them Down

Spring events include monthly hikes, continued conservation projects with the Northern CT Land Trust, fishing and camping.

Somers Resident Cashes In 5-Figure Winning Lottery Ticket

For the fourth time in just over 3 months, a scratch ticket purchased at an Enfield convenience store has yielded a 5-figure payout.

Northern CT Students Receive North Central Act Of Kindness Award

The Award is designed to honor students who regularly display redeeming qualities like civic awareness, commitment and kindness.

Ellington Farmers' Market To Conclude Winter Season

Stock Up Saturday is the final market before a 10 week break in order for farmers to plan and plant for the outdoor summer season.

Hall Memorial Library in Ellington Reopened

Staff Eager to Welcome Public Inside

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

An old photograph and brief story from Ellington's past, and how that site appears today.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.