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Abington, Connecticut

Population: 173,618

Founded in 1636, Providence's nickname of "The Renaissance City" stems from both its economic revival and its seamless incorporation of modern structures with historic sites. Art Deco towers from the 20th century rise up next to highly ornamented Victorian and stately Federal-style buildings from the 1800s. Seven colleges and universities, including the prestigious Brown University, have their campuses in Providence, giving it a college-town feel. The best area for culture and nightlife is downtown Providence, known as Downcity, where the famed Trinity Repertory Company puts on theatrical productions and the Dunkin' Donuts Center hosts popular athletic games. During specific summer nights, the public art display WaterFire captivates thousands as one hundred floating bonfires, accompanied by music, light up the riverfront.
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Home sales up, prices still a bit deflated

The Day - Fri Oct 09

Sales of single-family homes in New London and Windham counties rose 12 percent last quarter compared with a year ago, buttressing claims that the worst of the real estate recession is behind us.

From a valued community servant to a prison inmate

TheDay.Com - Region News - Fri Oct 02

William R. Edwards, who for more than a decade was one of New London's most visible police officers, went to prison Thursday in anticipation of pleading guilty next month to charges that he sexually assaulted a young child.

Rose City welcomes Putnam Bank branch

TheDay.Com - Top Stories - Sat Sep 12

Putnam Bank has opened its newest branch in Norwich, part of its continuing expansion into southeastern Connecticut.

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