The Milford Mirror

12/17/2024

Condé Nast Traveler highlighted Connecticut attractions like Arethusa Creamery, Winvian Farm and The Abner in its list of "The Best Places to Go in the U.S. in 2025."

Litchfield County made Condé Nast Traveler's list of "The Best Places to Go in the U.S. in 2025," which highlighted Arethusa Creamery and Winvian Farm.

12/17/2024

After the downgrade of Eversource by a major Wall Street rating agency, Gov. Lamont called New York.

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont, speaking to business leaders, said he believes the potential threat from drones is overhyped.

12/17/2024

The New York Times released it’s ‘26 Best Dishes We Ate Across the U.S. in 2024’ today and one Mystic restaurant’s dish made the list.

12/17/2024

The lawyer for the late pastor's family says a fair trial is more likely in Bridgeport due to greater racial diversity.

A judge may decide Tuesday whether to move the trial of ex-Stamford cop Zachary Lockwood in the death of the Rev. Tommie Jackson, from Milford to Bridgeport.

12/17/2024

Scammers are using a criminal justice telephone number to try to steal money from people, says Hartford’s top prosecutor.

Using a Hartford Superior Court number, phone scammers are trying to steal money from people in Connecticut, New Jersey and Virginia, a court official says.

12/17/2024

Porch pirates often strike at the holidays, yet Connecticut had very few package thefts last year, study shows.

Despite a national rise in package theft, Connecticut maintains low rates, with only 1% of packages stolen during the holiday season.

12/17/2024

Spotted any drones lately? Connecticut has more than 3,000 certified pilots.

Numerous drone sightings have been reported in CT, many in areas that also have some of the most remote pilot certifications in the state, according to the FAA.

12/16/2024

A Connecticut police officer has been cleared of wrongdoing in the fatal shooting of a man who charged at him with a knife, an official said Monday.

The state Office of Inspector General has found that Prospect Officer David Terni was justified when he shot and killed Michael Strenk on Merriman Lane in 2023.

12/16/2024

On Saturday, area residents gathered at Kings Highway in Milford to join in the national Wreaths Across America memorial.

12/16/2024

As various Connecticut agencies say that there is an uptick in drone sightings, there are several things to look out for to confirm you are seeing a drone.

12/16/2024

Sen. Richard Blumenthal said Monday that federal authorities should employ anti-drone tactics used in Ukraine and Israel.

12/16/2024

Long Island investigators to make announcement Tuesday in Gilgo Beach murders, which include the killing of a Connecticut mother who vanished in 2007.

Authorities on Tuesday will announce a development in the Gilgo Beach murders, which include killing of Norwich mom Maureen Brainard-Barnes.

12/16/2024

"Somebody has a press conference about 40 kids...but then nobody cares about it at budget time," a key advocate said.

Key initiatives, such as urgent crisis centers, are at risk of closing if Connecticut's legislature doesn't find the money.

12/16/2024

State law changes on Jan. 1 will require some h**p products to be marketed like retail cannabis.

Connecticut's new laws will include more paid sick days and debt protection for domestic abuse victims.

12/15/2024

The tickets by mail will be $50 for a first-time violation and $75 for subsequent violations.

Washington, Conn. is known as a bucolic retreat for wealthy New Yorkers. But residents complain that speedsters along the town's rural roads are a nuisance.

12/14/2024

It's time to start making reservations and putting orders in for Christmas meals.

These Connecticut restaurants are preparing special holiday meals for take-out and dining in.

12/14/2024

The Connecticut resident had a 1 in 2,000,000 chance of winning the cash prize in the $50 scratch-off lottery game.

The Connecticut resident had a 1 in 2,000,000 chance of winning the cash prize in the $4,000,000 Fortune scratch-off lottery game, at $50 per ticket.

12/14/2024

The Connecticut Insurance Department missed deadlines for required reports, issued purchase orders buying goods and failed to properly account for compensatory time, a new audit found.

A new state audit faulted the Connecticut Insurance Department for missing deadlines and failing to track comp time.