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Tweet #PatchRebuilds to Help Hurricane Sandy Survivors
You can help rebuild communities that were hit by Hurricane Sandy by donating cans of food, volunteering for cleanup efforts—or simply sending a tweet. Patch is excited to announce our new effort to...
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What's on Tonight: Elementary, 30 Rock, Last Resort
Elementary, 10 p.m., CBSI liked this in the beginning, but (and I hate to say this because I really like him as an actor) Jonny Lee Miller’s performance is starting to grate on me. Last Resort, 8 p.m.,...
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Connecticut Aviator Fought Heroically in World War I
Until 1958, Veterans Day used to be called Armistice Day, as Nov. 11 marked the day on which the armistice that ended World War I took place. That makes Veterans Day of 2012 particularly significant,...
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Meteor Showers Set to Light Up the November Sky
Astronomers anticipate two meteor showers to take place over the next month, starting later this month. Nov. 17: Leonid Meteor Shower After years of heavier-than-average showers, the famous Leonids...
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Shareholders Approve Merger of New England Bank and United Bank
The holding companies of United Bank and New England Bank have agreed to a merger of the two financial institutions, and the merger was approved by the shareholders of each company at meetings held on...
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Patch's Poll: Do You Think Energy Drinks Are Dangerous?
Little bottles of 5-Hour Energy are available in just about every grocery store, convenience store and gas station, and the company has a large share of the caffeinated drink market that includes Red...
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Directory Spotlight - Sun City
Many of you may not know this, but there are descriptions and photos of nearly 900 businesses and organizations on Enfield Patch. Under the "Directory" heading at the top of our home page, you will...
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CCM: Connecticut Education Funding Lags by $763 Million
The state’s main lobbying group for towns is urging Connecticut lawmakers to increase education funding to ease property tax burdens in communities. In a report issued Tuesday the Connecticut...
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Obituaries: Fiore, Yoreo
Ralph J. Fiore, of Enfield, entered peacefully into eternal life at the age of 93 on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Robert K. Yoreo, 86, of East Windsor, entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, November 13,...
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Who's Coming and Who's Going: Enfield Home Sales
The following real estate transfers were recorded in the Enfield Town Clerk's office through Nov. 15, 2012. U #11B Maple Heights - $159,500 Buyer: Doris A. Wright Living Trust Sellers: Robert W....
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What's on Tonight: Whitney Special, Undercover Boss, Top Model
Undercover Boss, 8 p.m., CBS“Cinnabon Inc. President Kat Cole goes under cover.” If I were the CEO of Cinnabon, I would weigh 500 pounds. We Will Always Love You, A Grammy Salute To Whitney Houston, 10...
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Know the Signs of Steroid Use
What I like most about writing this column is the learning process I go through while sharing my opinions. And that's all this is. It's one dad expressing his concerns and opinions to anyone willing to...
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Fermi Lamplighters Present: The Squad Room
It is time once again for a performance by the Fermi Lamplighters Drama Club. Running this weekend is Squad Room, a farce about a police department with an enormous cast of characters and ninety...
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Patch's Poll: What Should the State Do About the Widening Budget Shortfall?
Despite efforts to trim the size of state government and raise taxes, Connecticut is facing a $365 million shortfall in this year's budget and a $1.2 billion deficit for the following year, according...
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Directory Spotlight - Gladys Alterations
Many of you may not know this, but there are descriptions and photos of nearly 900 businesses and organizations on Enfield Patch. Under the "Directory" heading at the top of our home page, you will...
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Gov. Malloy Says No New Taxes
Despite a growing budget shortfall that is expected to hit $1.1 billion in the next fiscal year, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy is vowing that he won't increase taxes again. Malloy last year hiked state taxes...
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Enfield Police Blotter: Nov. 14-15
The following public information from the Enfield Police Department is accurate as of November 16, 2012. Items on this list reflect charges filed, not convictions. It is not the policy of Enfield Patch...
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What's on Tonight: 48 Hours, Wedding Band, Holiday High School Reunion
48 Hours, 9 p.m., CBS “The secrets and danger that surrounds mothers working as private investigators.” How awesome would it have been if my mom had been a private eye? Wedding Band, 10 p.m., tbs “The...
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Thanksgiving Sides: Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Thanksgiving side dishes such as sweet potatoes, cornbread stuffing, creamed onions, vegetables and the like are, to most of us, as important as a delicious and moist roasted turkey. This side dish,...
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