About 80,000 years ago homo sapiens began migrating from the African continent to parts of Europe.

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Man's hunger for a better way of life remains, we are all in search of better, safer and happier lives. People are always looking for greener pastures and apparently, Connecticut looks super green to folks from New York City. You can do all the research in the world but nothing can compare you for the full Connecticut experience. Here are 12 Alarming Surprises for New Yorkers Moving to Connecticut.

12 Alarming Surprises For New Yorkers Moving To Connecticut

Since COVID-19, we have seen a lot of New York City residents seeking shelter right here in Connecticut. The evidence is all around us but it's particularly evident in the housing market, there are fewer available units every week. If you're headed to Connecticut from NYC there are at least 12 big surprises coming your way.

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Since COVID-19, we have seen many New York City residents seeking shelter right here in Connecticut. The evidence is all around us but it's particularly evident in the housing market, there are fewer available units every week. While people typically do a lot of research before uprooting their families, there is no website that can prepare you for the full Connecticut experience.

I'm afraid to leave where we live, I feel like we'll never get back. It's like a game of musical chairs, there are no empty seats. I worry that if I get up to play the game, I won't be able to get back if I change my mind.

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Here Are the States Where the Most People Are Giving Up Their Guns

The website Wall St 24/7 went through the data from the ATF and found the states that are giving up their guns the most.

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10 Items You Should Never Purchase at Connecticut Dollar Stores

Connecticut is an expensive place to live so people here will do just about anything to save a few bucks. This savings hunt makes dollar stores big business in CT and we have no shortage of them. Family Dollar has 32 Connecticut stores, Dollar Tree has 56 locations and Dollar General boasts 71 outlets throughout the State.

There are some items at these stores that will shave a lot of dough off your receipts but experts say you should not trust these stores with all purchases. Reader's Digest and USA Today have issued alerts to the public listing items you should steer clear of at Dollar Stores, here are 10 of them.

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Look Inside Rarely Seen Corners of Brewster

There is an area in Brewster, NY where US 202, Lower Mine Road, the Croton River, the train tracks and a reservoir all converge. This is a look inside the rarely seen corners of Brewster AKA the Town of Southeast. 

Gallery Credit: Lou Milano

New Milford Photographer Captures Awe Inspiring Photos in All Seasons

Recently, I was cruising through my Facebook feed in the New Milford group when I came across a picture so beautiful I felt compelled to contact the photographer and ask some questions. His name is Tom Allen and he was happy to share more information and photos with me. 

Gallery Credit: Lou Milano

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