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Historic CT diner owner ‘blindsided’ by building’s planned demolition for apartment construction

After surviving the devastating effects of the pandemic, competition from chains like Chip's and Denny's, and the ups and downs of business since the 1950s, the venerable diner may soon be shutting off the lights forever.

The Wethersfield Diner. (Don Stacom/The Hartford Courant)

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State lawmakers held an all-day marathon Wednesday as they raced to beat the clock while facing a midnight deadline for the end of the 2024 regular session in an election year.

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Avelo Airlines began flights May 9 from New Haven.

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