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Washington, Jan. 22: A woman has filed a lawsuit against Instagram’s parent company Meta and Snap Inc, claiming an addiction to their social media platforms caused the suicide of her 11-year-old daughter.Selena Rodriguez, an 11-year-old resident of Enfield, Connecticut, last July.In the lawsuit, which was filed Friday in federal court …

The Justice Department announced last week the creation of a Homeland Terrorism Unit to focus on an allegedly significant threat facing America. Also last week, President Joe Biden accused those who disagreed with a federal takeover of state elections of being racist, and he ordered Big Tech to censor more …

Connecticut has a new director of tourism with nearly three decades of experience in the industry who hopes to spur growth and more opportunities for attractions in the state. Noelle Stevenson quietly began her new role on November 15, succeeding Randy Fiveash, who retired in April. After meeting her team …

Caribbean cruises and COVID-19 outbreaks on board have been in the news since the start of the pandemic. With the omicron variant spreading so rapidly, giant ships are once again making headlines. No later than Tuesday, 89 of those floating cities, which Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal described as “petri dishes,” …

The Norwalk Marine Aquarium, one of the attractions featured in the new marketing campaign. Contribution photo. The Connecticut Tourist Board launched a million-dollar marketing campaign designed to draw visitors to state attractions during the winter. The new “The State I’m In” campaign is the first integrated marketing initiative designed for …

Connecticut is committing to invest $ 1 million in an effort to boost tourism this winter. The State Tourist Board on Monday announced the launch of a new promotional campaign, known as “The State I Am In”, which will highlight hundreds of Connecticut businesses and destinations. including restaurants, hotels and …

A viral image from 2018 that allegedly shows a funny – or vulgar, depending on your sense of humor – typo on a billboard is once again appearing on social media. Facebook Publish shows a photo of a sign from a Kansas City, Missouri tourism group that reads, “Did you …

October 15, 2021 The Boricuas are proud of their culture and their island. Their flag has above all an important weight; it’s a sense of resilience, of their identity. In Puerto Rico, it seems that all the houses have some representation of the flag, in one way or another. But …

NBA Fil-American players Jalen Green of the Houston Rockets and Jordan Clarkson of the Utah Jazz. MANILA, Philippines — The Houston Rockets will host a Philippine Heritage Night when they visit the Utah Jazz on October 28, marking the first time in NBA history that two Filipino-born players have met …

NEW MILFORD – The city launched its brand new tourism website last week, which promotes places, local businesses and activities around town. The website also offers a free publicity opportunity to residents “to increase awareness of New Milford’s vibrant community and various opportunities,” according to a statement from the mayor’s …

The state tourism board will spend more money than usual this fall to market the Connecticut fall raffles. “Full Color Connecticut” – a tribute to the state’s vibrant foliage – will promote seasonal attractions such as county fairs, corn mazes, scenic drives, orchards and breweries, alongside the pillars of the …

September 12, 2021 Connecticut tourism officials plan to spend more money than usual promoting the state’s fall foliage in a bid to help the industry bounce back from the pandemic. Governor Ned Lamont helped launch the $ 1.4 million “Full Color Connecticut” marketing campaign on Friday, which he says will …

Press Releases 09/10/2021 Governor Lamont Announces Launch of “Full Color Connecticut” Campaign Promoting Fall Travel Season Download the image in high quality (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Connecticut Tourism Board is launching a new fall marketing campaign to promote safe travel and fuel the continued …

Connecticut tourism officials plan to spend more money than usual promoting the state’s fall foliage in a bid to help the industry bounce back from the pandemic. Gov. Ned Lamont helped launch the $ 1.4 million “Full Color Connecticut” marketing campaign Friday, which he says will link leaf viewing to …

There’s no threatening music, no telltale fin breaking the surface as the mighty silhouette of a great white shark glides along the small tour boat off Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Michael Simard crouches down and points a finger in the direction of the approximately 10-foot (3-meter) predator navigating the glassy …

This multimedia campaign will start the week of June 22 and extend to Labor Day. Through a unifying campaign theme, “So good at Goodbye, Connecticut, “ this will encourage both Connecticut residents and likely travelers from neighboring states to explore all Connecticut has to offer through new eyes. This message …

“The tourism sector is one of the main drivers of Connecticut the economy, ”Governor Malloy said. “The industry creates jobs, generates tax revenue and contributes to our high quality of life in Connecticut. It is an honor to recognize some of the key individuals who have helped make tourism a …

Alexandre Soule April 22, 2016 Terese Cagianello and Claudia Collins (LR) on a “Sound of Discovery” tour April 14, 2016 in Norwalk, Connecticut, a city bus tour to see the sights the city has to offer. On April 27, the State of Connecticut holds its annual tourism conference in Hartford.Alex …