Cold Creek Tavern In Ellington Announces Imminent Closure

The owner explained the reasons for the closure in a letter he published on social media.

Hidden Gems Of Hartford And Tolland Counties

Our latest Hidden Gem assures that no patron will ever leave hungry.

Unoccupied Car Crashes Into Restaurant Door In Ellington

A car apparently broke loose at a gas station across the street and slammed into the restaurant doorway.

Fiancee, Brother Of Ellington Businessman Carrying On His Legacy

Dustin Odell, 37, was killed in an ATV accident in mid-April; his fiancee and brother are now carrying on his business, Beaver Tree Service.

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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Antonacci Family Companies To Host Hiring Event

Hiring managers from GreatHorse, The Starting Gate, USA Hauling & Recycling, Lindy Farms and Sonny's Place will attend the April 29 event.

Picture Somers - Then And Now

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Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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Somers, Ellington Involved In Recent 5-Figure Lottery Winnings

A Somers resident recently hit for a big win in Keno, while an Ellington store sold a $10,000 scratch ticket.

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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Picture Somers - Then And Now

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

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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

Ellington-Somers Area Bankruptcies Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in Tolland County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

Picture Somers - Then And Now

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New Restaurant With Impressive Pedigree Set To Open In Somers

The co-owners have a wealth of experience in the restaurant industry, with a family background stretching back nearly half a century.

How Reliable Is Your Connecticut Power Provider?

See how well utility providers in the Ellington-Somers area and across CT serve their customers.

Modern Salon Concepts Soon To Debut In Somersville

A new business which enables hair and beauty professionals to become their own boss without startup costs is slated to open by mid-March.

Friendly's Co-Founder S. Prestley Blake Dies At 106

The businessman and philanthropist who co-founded the restaurant chain as a single ice cream shop in 1935 died Thursday at age 106.

Picture Somers - Then And Now

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

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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

Picture Somers - Then And Now

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

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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

Picture Somers - Then And Now

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

Readers Name Their Favorite Pizza Spots In Ellington-Somers Area

Patch editors in Hartford and Tolland counties asked readers to name their favorite spots during National Pizza Week.

Somers Grocery Store Sells Big Winner to Ellington Lottery Player

A CT Lottery scratch ticket bought in Somers recently provided a 5-figure bonanza for an Ellington player.

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Former Somersville B&B Transformed Into Elegant English Tea Room

A 160-year-old building in the Somersville Historic District will now bring a few touches of old England to north-central Connecticut.

Ellington Store Sells Top Prizewinning CT Lottery Scratch Ticket

A lucky winner recently claimed a $50,000 prize on a scratch ticket bought at an Ellington gas station and convenience store.

Ellington/Somers 2020: The Year In Business

Small businesses and large corporations alike experienced unprecedented challenges during the coronavirus pandemic of 2020.

Picture Somers - Then And Now

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Restaurant In Somers Closes Its Doors

T Maria's Restaurant in Somersville has closed after five years on Route 190.

Somers Top Business Nominee: HodgePodge Gifts & Upscale Resale

Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Somers Business of the Year, and many raved about HodgePodge Gifts & Upscale Resale.

Ellington Top Business Nominee: Little House in the Country

Patch asked readers to nominate the Ellington Business of the Year, and Little House in the Country Child Care received glowing reviews.

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Picture Somers - Then And Now

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Somers Top Business Nominee: Somersvillage Gifts

Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite spots as Somers Business of the Year, and customers had high praise for Somersvillage Gifts.

Ellington Top Business Nominee: Connecticut Parachutists Inc.

Patch asked readers to nominate their favorites as Ellington Business of the Year, and many raved about Connecticut Parachutists Inc.

Nominate Your Favorite Ellington/Somers Business Of The Year

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate it as an Ellington/Somers Business of the Year.

Picture Ellington - Then And Now

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