The 13 British colonies were founded from a desire to profit from land and resources. So how did their varied geography shape ...

Land of vegetation The first in our list of state name origins, Alabama is named after the river that European explorers named for a local Native American tribe, according to the Alabama Department of ...

This 5-acre rural retreat that’s just a few minutes from downtown Fairfield and Westport, Connecticut, centers on a renovated 1941 Colonial farmhouse with a host of modern amenities, including a pool ...

Dominican nuns provide a witness to the value of stillness and quiet contemplation. The Dominican nun reads a book on the grounds of the Monastery of Our Lady of Grace in North Guilford, Connecticut. ...

ELLENTON, Fla., Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Colony Cove, an age-qualified residential community in Ellenton, Florida, extended its collaboration with Oyster River Ecology (ORE) to further its ...

Plainfield — A Rhode Island man sustained a head injury early Sunday after crashing his motorcycle on an on-ramp to Interstate 395, state police said. At 1:19 a.m., police said 37-year-old Ryan J.

CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — The Connecticut Pizza Trail has officially been unveiled, with well known pizzerias as well as smaller places making the list of must-stop shops in the Pizza State. One of the ...

South Colony Road in Meriden has reopened several hours after a water main break on Tuesday. Meriden police said the water department spent much of the afternoon and evening making repairs. Stream ...

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of Connecticut sits Lost Acre Farm, a breathtaking colonial estate dating back to 1820. This remarkable property spans 231 acres of pristine land, featuring two ...

PITTSFIELD — The Colonial Theatre will host a diverse roster of performances this fall, featuring nationally recognized acts, high-energy tribute concerts, and local favorites returning to the stage.

MIDDLETOWN — Officials envision a large, exciting celebration with participation from all 15 Middlesex County municipalities for the region's observance of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the ...