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There’s A Deadly Plant Growing In Connecticut Yards That Looks Like A Harmless Weed

Poison hemlock is a highly toxic plant found in Connecticut that can cause severe harm or death if ingested or touched.

by Lisa Sammons
on Jul 14
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The 9 Most Dangerous Cities in Connecticut

by Taylor Ellis
on Jun 30
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The 6 Most Terrifying Drives You Can Possibly Take In Connecticut

by Lisa Sammons
on May 23
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Be On The Lookout, A New Type Of Tick Has Been Spotted In Connecticut

by Lisa Sammons
on Mar 6
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There’s A Law In Connecticut That Restricts You From Heating Up Your Car In Winter

by Lisa Sammons
on Dec 6
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Here Are The 9 Safest And Most Peaceful Places To Live In Connecticut

Connecticut's safest towns are highlighted based on the 2019 FBI Uniform Crime Report.

by Taylor Ellis
on Oct 16
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Here Are The 9 Most Dangerous Places In Connecticut After Dark

Lists the most dangerous towns in Connecticut based on crime statistics.

by Taylor Ellis
on Jan 5
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According To Safewise, These Are The 10 Safest Cities To Live In Connecticut In 2021

Safewise released its annual list of the top 20 safest cities in Connecticut, highlighting positive changes in crime statistics.

by Marie Magoch
on Jun 5
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