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    What Do Northwest Catholic High School and Ann Marie Potter…

    See what your neighbors are blogging about and then join the conversation!
    Credit: Northwest Catholic News Blog
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    Credit: Northwest Catholic News Blog

    West Hartford Man Shares Ancestor's Civil War Story

    Quincy Abbot has published a collection of his ancestor's correspondence, which he rescued…
    Photo Credit: Patch
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    Photo Credit: Patch

    West Hartford History: What Was Special About These Gardens?

    Test your knowledge of West Hartford history with this photo from the archives of the Noah…
    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
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    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
    Beth Ryan May 20, 2013 at 11:35 am
    Was it a Victory Garden?
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    Trailing the West Hartford Moose

    West Hartford's moose may have left town. The last confirmed sighting in West Hartford was…
    This moose was spotted in West Hartford in 2012. Patch file photo.
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    This moose was spotted in West Hartford in 2012. Patch file photo.

    Golden Thread, Inc. to Nurture Art in West Hartford

    The new non-profit is hosting a wine tasting and art auction on May 30.
    Courtesy of Tricia Haggerty Wenz
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    Courtesy of Tricia Haggerty Wenz

    Cicadas Emerging: How to Keep Your Pets Safe

    The little buggers emerging from hibernation aren't just noisy; they can be a danger to…
    Be prepared for cicadas to wake up for the first time in 17 years this spring. Credit Cicada Blog
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    Be prepared for cicadas to wake up for the first time in 17 years this spring. Credit Cicada Blog

    State Commissioners Lead 'Bike to Work' from West Hartford

    This year the crowd of bicyclists heading from West Hartford to Hartford on Bike to Work Day…
    (L-r): Bike Walk CT volunteer Pete Salmone, Comm. of DOT Jim Redeker, Comm. of Economic and Community Devt. Catherine Smith, Comm. of DEEP Dan Esty, State Sen. Beth Bye, Conard history teacher Tracey Wilson. Photo credit: Ronni Newton
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    (L-r): Bike Walk CT volunteer Pete Salmone, Comm. of DOT Jim Redeker, Comm. of Economic and Community Devt. Catherine Smith, Comm. of DEEP Dan Esty, State Sen. Beth Bye, Conard history teacher Tracey Wilson. Photo credit: Ronni Newton

    Climb on Trucks, Shred Paper, at Public Works Open House

    West Hartford's second annual Department of Public Works Open House will be held this…
    Scene from the 2012 Public Works Day Open House. Credit: John Phillips
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    Scene from the 2012 Public Works Day Open House. Credit: John Phillips

    West Hartford Public Library Named Best in the Region

    Hartford Magazine ranked the library as no. 1 in the Greater Hartford region.
    Credit: West Hartford Patch
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    Credit: West Hartford Patch

    Search for the West Hartford Moose

    West Hartford resident Bepsie Perry spotted a moose in her West Hartford neighborhood on…
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    West Hartford Speaks Up: Do You Wait with Your Child at the…

    Are fewer kids walking to the bus stop alone nowadays? Do you think it's best if parents walk…
    Photo Credit: Jayme Kunze
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    Photo Credit: Jayme Kunze

    Switch to Pink Barrels Will Help 'Trash Cancer'

    Beginning this month, West Hartford residents have the option to join Paine's in 'trashing…
    Courtesy Paine's Recycling and Rubbish Removal
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    Courtesy Paine's Recycling and Rubbish Removal
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    whtfd May 17, 2013 at 07:36 am
    looking forward to the new color-cheerful trash and fundraising- like it! Wish more of the $15 went…Read More to the cure, but it's a start.
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    Kimberly Green May 14, 2013 at 12:10 pm
    Can't wait for my pink barrel!!
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    Pamela Lavery May 14, 2013 at 08:56 am
    I'm not looking forward to seeing a third color added to the street line-ups on collection day.…Read More Pink is going to show dirty wear-and-tear marks before long anyway. There are plenty of other ways to address breast cancer awareness.
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    Moose Spotted on Asylum Ave. in West Hartford

    Last week the DEEP issued a 'Moose Alert' for the area after one was sighted on Town Farm Rd.…
    This moose was spotted in West Hartford in 2012. Patch file photo.
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    This moose was spotted in West Hartford in 2012. Patch file photo.
    Kaitlyn Taylor Considine May 14, 2013 at 06:03 pm
    My son heard it first making clip-clop sounds like a horse and then spotted moose last night 5/13…Read More approx 9pm on Middlebrook at Penn Drive heading East.
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    Lew Block May 14, 2013 at 11:55 am
    Well, it would be nice, somewhere in this "news article," to mention where on Asylum…Read More Avenue the moose was spotted.
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    Guests Celebrate in Style at 14th Annual West Hartford…

    Scenes from West Hartford's signature event, held Saturday night, May 11, 2013 at Town Hall.
    West Hartford 14th annual Mayor's Ball, May 11, 2013. Photo credit: Ronni Newton
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    West Hartford 14th annual Mayor's Ball, May 11, 2013. Photo credit: Ronni Newton

    West Hartford History: Where Was This Photo Taken?

    Test your knowledge of West Hartford history with this photo from the archives of the Noah…
    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
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    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
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    shannon May 13, 2013 at 09:09 am
    Selden Hill.
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    John Maloney May 13, 2013 at 08:09 am
    I agree ...Seldon Hill..
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    amystery726 May 13, 2013 at 08:07 am
    Buena Vista Neighborhood?
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    West Hartford Farmers' Market Is Open for Season

    The market has been operating at the same site since 1992.
    West Hartford Farmers' Market. Photo credit: Ted Newton
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    West Hartford Farmers' Market. Photo credit: Ted Newton

    Almost Ready for the Ball

    Are you wondering about the giant tent that suddenly arose on the lawn of West Harford Town…
    Photo credit: Ronni Newton
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    Photo credit: Ronni Newton

    Take Time to Enjoy a Beautiful Day in West Hartford

    After some much needed rain on Wednesday and Thursday, Friday dawned bright and sunny. The…
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    Moose Alert: DEEP Advises Caution after Sighting in…

    A moose was sighted recently on Town Farm Rd. in Farmington, not far from Route 4 and I-84.
    This moose was spotted in West Hartford in 2012.
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    This moose was spotted in West Hartford in 2012.

    Jonathan's Dream Playground Is Growing Up

    The accessible playground at the Mandell JCC, which first opened in 1996, will be getting a…
    Jonathan's Dream opening, 1996. Photo courtesy of Mandell JCC.
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    Jonathan's Dream opening, 1996. Photo courtesy of Mandell JCC.

    Spring Beauty in Unexpected Places

    Where in West Hartford is this? The wonderful scent wafted into the open car window Tuesday…
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    Your Take: How Are Your Allergies?

    Heavy precipitation levels this past winter, along with the rapid surge of warmer weather…
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    Michelle May 7, 2013 at 05:22 pm
    Sheer allergy hell right now. At a stoplight, it was raining pollen pods on my car today. It's…Read More going to be a long season.
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    Mayor's Charity Ball Plans 'Oscar Night' Experience

    Final preparations are being made for this Saturday's gala fundraiser under the tent at West…
    Shellie Giroux, a member of the Mayor's Charity Ball board of directors, trying on this 'cigarette girl' costume, like those volunteers will wear to sell raffle boxes at Saturday night's event. Submitted photo.
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    Shellie Giroux, a member of the Mayor's Charity Ball board of directors, trying on this 'cigarette girl' costume, like those volunteers will wear to sell raffle boxes at Saturday night's event. Submitted photo.

    West Hartford History: What Occupied This Building?

    Test your knowledge of West Hartford history with this photo from the archives of the Noah…
    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
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    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
    porteredward May 6, 2013 at 07:58 am
    I think this is the Hillstead Museum.
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    Unused Bike in the Garage? Here's How You Can Donate It!

    A West Hartford teen hopes to collect and donate at least 100 bikes as part of his Eagle Scout…
    Eagle Scout candidate Patrick Manders of West Hartford. Submitted photo
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    Eagle Scout candidate Patrick Manders of West Hartford. Submitted photo

    What's That Up in the Trees at Fernridge Park?

    West Hartford's FernRidge Park will be the site of the Connecticut Tree Protective…
    The limbs of these trees in Fernridge Park will be occupied on Saturday, May 4, for the CTPA's Tree Climbing Competition. Photo credit: Ronni Newton
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    The limbs of these trees in Fernridge Park will be occupied on Saturday, May 4, for the CTPA's Tree Climbing Competition. Photo credit: Ronni Newton

    Classic Charity Car Show Cruising to West Hartford on…

    The second annual Connecticut Street Legends Classic Charity Car Show will take place on May 4…
    The second annual Classic Charity Car Show is scheduled for May 4 in West Hartford. Submitted photo.
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    The second annual Classic Charity Car Show is scheduled for May 4 in West Hartford. Submitted photo.

    West Hartford Photo of the Day: Bagpipers

    The poignant sound of bagpipes served as a prelude to the West Hartford Fire Department's…
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    Your Take: What Defines A New Englander?

    When you think 'New Englander,' what comes to mind? Share your thoughts in the comments.
    Credit: Getty
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    Credit: Getty

    West Hartford History: Where Was This Church?

    Test your knowledge of West Hartford history with this photo from the archives of the Noah…
    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
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    Courtesy Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society
    Rick Liftig April 29, 2013 at 07:27 pm
    Guessing this is St. James Episcopal Church built in 1855 and stood until 1953 on South Main Street…Read More where Kaoud Brothers is now. Look at the perfect elm tree to the left of the building.
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