SHERMAN, Conn.—The Sherman Artists Association will again participate in the annual Farm Day at Happy Acres Farm, 2 Taber Rd., Saturday, Oct. 4, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., celebrating art, […]
Monthly Archives: September 2025
Posted inOpinions
Packaging Problems
Recently, I stood behind a middle-aged man checking out at the supermarket. It was clear from the items he placed on the conveyor belt that he lived alone. He put […]
Posted inFeatured
Crowds cram CAMA field to view vintage machinery
KENT, Conn.—If you build it, they will come—and come and come and come! A steady stream of cars flowed onto the large parking field Saturday, Sept. 27, when the Connecticut […]
Posted inLocal
It’s busy times for Kent’s Lions Club
From The Den: There’s a lot to catch up on from the Lions’ Den. We had a productive summer, hosting a very successful food drive at the IGA in July, […]
Posted inArt news, exhibits & more
Merwinsville Hotel Arts & Fine Crafts Show will open with gala
GAYLORDSVILLE, Conn.—The gala preview party for the Merwinsville Hotel’s 38th annual Autumn Arts and Fine Crafts Show will feature live music and a festive gathering catered by Hendricks Herb & Table […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Good Gallery mounts St. John exhibition
KENT, Conn.—The Good Gallery will exhibit works by local artist Greg St. John at an opening reception Saturday, Sept. 27, from 3 to 6 p.m. Tim Good, gallery owner has […]
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Finance board urges Swift House decision
KENT, Conn.—Members of the Board of Finance recently expressed dissatisfaction with the selectmen’s decision to let the new town administration deal with the issue of Swift House. Swift House, a […]
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The latest: BOA appeal meetings set, commemorative mugs for sale
IWC okays pool plan despite brook violation KENT, Conn.—The Inland Wetlands Commission approved an application the evening of Monday, Sept. 22, allowing installation of a pool and retaining wall at […]
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Inland Wetlands gets a preview of plan for housing site
KENT, Conn.—The Inland Wetlands Commission got a first peek the evening of Monday, Sept. 22, at plans for the housing development being planned for land adjacent to the Kent Town […]
Posted inSchools
25,000 miles reveals a world of wonder
KENT, Conn.—Sixteen might seem a tender age to turn a reflective eye on your life experience, but that is exactly what Sacha Reyes, a senior at Kent School, has done. […]