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DarthLysergis t1_jdimaw5 wrote

Even if you have trouble finding things to do; at least it's not Florida.

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860glass t1_jdiqfkv wrote

“Connecticut: at least there’s no gators 🤷‍♂️ “

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jon_hendry t1_jdiuu1j wrote

It’s not the gators you need to worry about.

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lost_in_connecticut t1_jdiwfw4 wrote

It’s the skunk apes, isn’t it?

Edit: from swamp apes to skunk apes because apparently I have Florida brain this afternoon.

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Miles_vel_Day t1_jdjobmh wrote

Skunk apes, gators, forget it - it's those invasive Burmese pythons that people got as pets and threw out when they got too big for their terrariums. That's what'll get ya.

Oh yeah, and the humans. Florida Man is the most dangerous game.

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Hopeann t1_jdkvvur wrote

Yea who wants Walt Disney World, or sunny beachs, or a great race track, or beautiful islands with soft sand beaches.
Or Bush Gardens, Or Universal Studios, Or Miami Beach ( edit added these cause they rock too ).

Connecticut, at least there's no bums shitting in the street like San Francisco ( not yet at least ).

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MakeLulzNotWar t1_jdky4p3 wrote

And who could forget all of Ron DeSantis's wonderful new policies!

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KJK998 t1_jdm4the wrote

I mean, I’m taking boats, thong bikinis, and cheap booze over going to another “farmers market” 9 times outta 10.

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ASafeHarbor1 t1_jdmeify wrote

Also there are multiple farmers markets in Florida that are better than any in CT

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1mJustALurk3r t1_jdiqq1x wrote

The attractions were inside our hearts all along.

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shane_music t1_jdjcvqz wrote

The attractions were the friends we found on our way.

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blizzacane85 t1_jdimzi1 wrote

Still Revolutionary

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santaklaw t1_jdjcemh wrote

Wasn’t that a failed attempt at a tourist slogan?

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midmodmad t1_jdkgr87 wrote

Don’t forget my favorite wtf were they thinking slogan: better yet Connecticut!

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kingdom_tarts t1_jdipg4m wrote

Rest stop ahead, closed most of the time

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mkt853 t1_jdivrz2 wrote

Just like the Welcome Centers. Who says we are cold, unfriendly, and unwelcoming?

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Meeplemart t1_jdm39e2 wrote

I don't think I've ever seen once the Old Saybrook Welcome Center open, and I've lived here my entire life. Also, why would it be a welcome center when it's in the middle of the states coastline???

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National-Sir-9028 t1_jdm52qj wrote

Lol i used to work in the area it does open over the summers not so popular I know but it does open only has bathrooms but still it opens lol

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JJ2o2o t1_jdm86pk wrote

Yeah, WTAF is up with that? We have family in CT so we're there often and crack up at the open hours (something like 8am to 3pm ???) every time.

No one has to pee after 3. Maybe a new slogan?

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hymen_destroyer t1_jdiw88r wrote

No one thinks of Connecticut as a tourist destination. And that's a good thing imo

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mkt853 t1_jdiwoh3 wrote

I mean half the people that live here don't even seem to want to be here, let alone tourists.

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hymen_destroyer t1_jdiyart wrote

Yes, those people are called "children"

Source: grew up here and hated it, later realized how much everywhere else also sucks

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Miles_vel_Day t1_jdjom5b wrote

Yeah, probably a good 90% of "Connecticut sucks" sentiment is driven by a delusion that anywhere else doesn't have almost all of the same problems, and a lot of others on top.

The other 10% is the weather.

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hymen_destroyer t1_jdjp9ad wrote

Every time someone posts a "CT is in the top 5 most desirable places to live" article here and people are like "How?" Generally tells you enough about their life experience to conclude they've lived here their whole lives.

There are exceptions of course, it's not a good fit for everyone but it suits me just fine

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Miles_vel_Day t1_jdjqnlt wrote

Also, I badmouth the weather but from, say, May 1 to October 31, there's almost no place I'd rather be than the CT shoreline. I love our warm months. Gets a little hot and muggy sometimes sure, but it's beautiful.

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MommysHadEnough t1_jdk0dhu wrote

Grew up in Illinois. Prefer CT and the weather here, though I have to admit, Chicagoland all the way down to central Illinois tend to be friendlier. The first thing anyone here said to me, on Christmas Eve as I was moving in, was, “Don’t let your dogs shit all over my yard!” Lol, I had baggies for cleaning up and everything. Thought it was hilarious.

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Miles_vel_Day t1_jdk4v21 wrote

Haha, oh my god yes, whenever I leave the northeast I have to make a conscious effort to be friendlier to people or I feel like I come off as a jerk just by acting CT-normally. Glad you can tolerate us enough to like it here. ☺️

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wafflehabitsquad t1_jdiypcx wrote

Thats an odd way to say never happy.

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hymen_destroyer t1_jdiz5h3 wrote

Oh no I've changed my tune, I actually like it here now. I just needed that perspective. It's definitely not an exciting place to live in as a child, but now I see how parents might view it as an ideal place to raise a family for that same reason

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tonysnight t1_jdjd830 wrote

Liked growing up here and still living here and enjoy it in my 30s. Most close friends moved away so we see each other once or twice a year if that but you make more friends if you're lonely enough. I'm just a big fan of Connecticut. Except the car tax.

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themagicmagikarp t1_jdjvk9w wrote

You still grew up well enough to call yourself "hymen_destroyer"

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hymen_destroyer t1_jdjvy70 wrote

I love seeing people clutch their pearls about an irreverent username on reddit

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mkt853 t1_jdk9s5c wrote

But do you feel bad about destroying something? Like if your name was racism_destroyer that would be OK I guess.

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thunderdome180 t1_jdjybw1 wrote

Same dude, we have it very nice here. This is probably the safest place I have ever lived.

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BeahRachidian t1_jdl1j6j wrote

Agreed, I moved to Connecticut at age 7 from the Nashville area and also hated it.

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themagicmagikarp t1_jdjvi6x wrote

No one thinks of Connecticut at all.

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ObiOneKenobae t1_jdkct0i wrote

Wish they'd not think of us harder lol. There's so much to love, but just few enough know about it that nothing gets ruined.

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ImpossibleParfait t1_jdkxtbb wrote

There are actually people who come to Connecticut to vacation. Especially in the Litchfield Hills. Lots of rich people come in the fall.

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mgr86 t1_jdiyd2m wrote

I believe you have to pay tens of thousands of dollars to get your store or attraction on those signs. I used to work at a chain restaurant just off of I-80 when I was in college. (This was in PA). We were not on the sign informing drivers that they could get off and stop at our restaurant. When I asked the GM he said that they wanted a lot of money to be on that sign, like over 50K. Which, in hindsight wasn't that much for the restaurant. However, it was the first time I realized you had to pay to advertise on those signs.

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PricklyPeteZ t1_jdjvhuz wrote

They also have certain stipulations to be on there. I worked at a chain in Enfield and they had to put a pay phone in and start serving breakfast to get on the sign on 91.

This was around 2010 so I’m sure they’ve relaxed those payphone rules.

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ctnutmegger t1_jdjt95f wrote

As u/mgr86 noted below, it's pretty expensive to get a business on that sign. However, if this is Exit 29 on I-95, then that means it's in Bridgeport. That means it's close to:

  • Beardsley Zoo
  • Seaside Park
  • Webster Bank Arena
  • P.T. Barnum Museum
  • Captain's Cove Seaport
  • Saint Mary's By The Sea Park
  • Discovery Museum and Planetarium
  • Bass Pro Shop building with the bowling alley, indoor waterfall, etc.
  • Housatonic Museum of Art
  • Bridgeport History Center
  • Fayerweather Island Lighthouse walk
  • Bridgeport Farmer's Market
  • Mongers Market
  • Tours of historic homes in Black Rock

I know that this sub loves both the "ThErE'S NoThInG To dO In cOnNeCtIcUt" and also the "Bridgeport bad" tropes, but there is a bunch to do within city limits. (I didn't even include other items in Fairfield County or New Haven County.)

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IlluminatiRex t1_jdkgn9g wrote

> I didn't even include other items in Fairfield County or New Haven County.)

Even in Eastern CT there's a bunch to do, I feel like what people often mean when they say there's "nothing to do" they mean like clubs and nightlife? IDK, that's always generally the vibe I get.

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hard-time-on-planet t1_jdqgj21 wrote

Good list.

You're right that the picture is 95. It's the sign for attractions at exit 29 if you're traveling southbound. But the sign is right after exit 30. Try map coordinates 41.175205, -73.153221

From your list, I would guess the sign was intended for Bass Pro, but maybe they wouldn't pay to be on the sign.

The attractions sign for Exit 28 northbound, which lets off to the opposite side of the same overall area, has one listing : Shoreline Star Greyhound. Which hasn't had greyhound racing for a while but maybe still does off track betting.

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rose-buds t1_jdj8gt5 wrote

so bored of the "i hate ct" trope

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1mJustALurk3r t1_jdjbiep wrote

Well I think it's neat.

Edit: Oh, I see now how that could be taken out of context. I meant 'CT is neat'.

Phrasing.

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1mJustALurk3r t1_jdk3mmd wrote

Why am I getting downvoted? I love my State.

Well, be Reddit, Reddit.

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The_ConnectiCunt t1_jdkvmve wrote

Reddit is a cesspit and humans are garbage. Don't let internet pixels get to ya.

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willit38 t1_jdj1du2 wrote

“Come see the taxation”

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thenextguy t1_jdj3zyn wrote

"And the loveli lakes."

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shnu t1_jdjiqjt wrote

A Monty Python reference, haven’t seen one of those on this sub in a while! Outstanding work

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1mJustALurk3r t1_jdjb9qy wrote

And the mani interesting furry animals
Including the majestic Sperm Whale

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ImpressiveGur6384 t1_jdj46kn wrote

“Sometimes nothing is a real cool hand.”

Paul Newman, Cool Hand Luke

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tundraeagle t1_jdjd72h wrote

Whenever we travel, my wife snaps pictures of the highway rest stops in other states to compare to CT. Most in other states are beautifully landscaped, clean, & staffed. Governments that show pride in their state. Unlike the closed most of the year "welcome center" in Westbrook or the trash filled truck stops further south on I-95.

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mkt853 t1_jdmfeuc wrote

The way they close the Westbrook one pisses me off. They block it off and put a lot of effort into blocking it with barriers and barrels, so you can't even use it to pull off the highway. It's fine if they want to close the building, but what's the point of closing the entire parking lot area?

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sagetraveler t1_jdixxtl wrote

Translation: If you're from Mass or NY, we don't want you here, keep driving.

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signofzeta t1_jdm12za wrote

And, no, sitting in traffic on the way to Worcester doesn’t count as your toll. Pay up, Massholes.

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George_G_Geef t1_jdmdje3 wrote

I want them here so the cops will target them for going one over the speed limit on The Merritt or especially 84 while people with CT plates blast by doing 80. Like, seriously, do you want them to start ticketing people who live here?

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fyrie t1_jdiqpse wrote

The best attraction in all of CT is Modern Pizza. Fight me!

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shnu t1_jdjimni wrote

Bar is a close 2nd.

True statements are being spoken here

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Environmental_Log344 t1_jdjo5lp wrote

Why does every convo in this sub default to pizza? Is there nothing in CT but pizza joints?

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TheDudeMaintains t1_jdjovp4 wrote

Well... yeah.

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Environmental_Log344 t1_jdjwu68 wrote

What about grinders??

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TheDudeMaintains t1_jdjydyh wrote

Thank you for using the correct nomenclature.

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Environmental_Log344 t1_jdk5ii3 wrote

So that would be a loaf of white Italian bread, about a half cup of olive oil, 1/2 pound of provolone, 1/2 pound of capicola, a thick sliced fresh tomato, a couple handfuls of thinly sliced iceberg lettuce, salt, black pepper, a little dried hot pepper flakes, right? Wrapped in butcher paper with a some masking tape.

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TheDudeMaintains t1_jdknr84 wrote

It's clear that you're a veteran of the CT sandwich wars

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Environmental_Log344 t1_jdn4zuv wrote

Oh yeah. Started researching early at age zero in New London. Patsy's on Bank and Joe's on Shaw. Good times. Not to mention Tony Mae for ice cream.

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fyrie t1_jdkltez wrote

A grinder has hot ingredients. Like a meatball grinder.

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Environmental_Log344 t1_jdn5bwn wrote

They can be hot. No prob widdat. Sausage and peppers, onions and provolone and washed down with a Yoo-hoo. Now them's good eats.

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Okay_Splenda_Monkey t1_jdk4jp0 wrote

You're fuckin' right, they're forgetting the wonderful calzones! And what, they don't like cannolis?

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Background_Ad1733 t1_jdj8te6 wrote

sally’s is better and to add, I think pepe’s is trash. Im born and raised here in CT.

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blargleflarter t1_jdjzumm wrote

Had pepe's when I was home for Christmas, it's so much worse than I remember it being.

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OMFGitsjessi t1_jdmv03f wrote

I’m from New Haven and really have never been a big fan of Pepe’s either! I guess it’s just not to my personal taste or preferences. I mean I wouldn’t turn it down and it’s still pretty good pizza but Zuppardi’s is where it’s at and I’ll die on that hill.

I’m a super basic pizza eater too so idgaf about any specialities and toppings. Just gimme a large cheese with light sauce and I couldn’t be happier (sometimes I’ll even add 1/3 pepperoni if I’m feeling dangerous).

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ertebolle t1_jdiyha8 wrote

Feels like a business opportunity for somebody there; set up the world's shittiest attraction and get free highway advertising from the state.

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yankeeinparadise t1_jdk3wh8 wrote

It's not free. I believe Lamar advertising manages these signs. Or at least they did in the 2000's.

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vitalvisionary t1_jdisos7 wrote

Hey! We have Mark Twain's old house! And some nice art museums! Ummm... is Peabody still under renovation? Mystic is a fairly decent aquarium! Then... hmmmm... it's very pretty in the fall!

Oh yeah and we have a lot of new breweries! Hope you like IPAs...

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ImpossibleParfait t1_jdl305c wrote

Breweries, wineries, really nice hiking, some really great food, two of the largest casinos in the US, a decent shoreline, prime fall foliage, tons of concerts (xfinity theatre is one of the biggest amphitheaters in the US), spitting distance of Boston and NYC. There's a reason why a ton of rich people have homes in Connecticut. Everyone who says Connecticut has nothing to do has never lived in a flyover Midwest state.

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CTGuy0001 t1_jdj1ej6 wrote

At least their honest, about that.

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Maximum_Acanthaceae6 t1_jdk6qo3 wrote

They ran out of taxpayer money. But nobody really considers a Dunkin Donuts or a dilapidated Walmart as an “ attraction”

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SeanFromQueens t1_jdkxc6d wrote

A Dunkin Donuts? That indefinite article implies that there's only one Dunkin at that exit. I don't accept that there aren't multiple DDs at every exit in CT.

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OfAnthony t1_jdjlgp8 wrote

Chill...they're just prepping the sign for the 2023 NCAA champions.

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pokeshire123 t1_jdjyp01 wrote

Now that's welcoming 😄😄😄😄

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coldermilk t1_jdkaipa wrote

I always loved the tourism ads I'd catch for Connecticut in the early 2000's on the major NYC networks.

They'd say you can see a boat, go to Lake Compounce which is one of America's oldest theme parks OR you could just do NOTHING with images of people relaxing. True Connecticut residents knew exactly what they meant though

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MeBallzIzHari t1_jdkknee wrote

The sign speaks the truth … no attractions in CT

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TheDudeMaintains t1_jdjlyar wrote

I clocked a girl on OF once because this very sign was in the background of one of her shots

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Tightlines68 t1_jdk4unm wrote

Nothing to see here folks, keep it moving

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kyleslingo t1_jdjzly4 wrote

Better yet when you have a attraction sign that’s just a shopping plaza

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drwhogwarts t1_jdkb64e wrote

It's a sign for the trees. When they change in the fall they're the best attraction you could ever find!

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SeanFromQueens t1_jdkx1c5 wrote

That's more a function that it costs money to go up on those signs, at least restaurants have to pay, i assume non-restaurant businesses would too.

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Humbabwe t1_jdl3k9c wrote

Come get away from it all.

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GOJI_1985 t1_jdli22y wrote

At least they're honest ....

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Delicious_Score_551 t1_jdtog6v wrote

Blank signs that cost thousands and serve no purpose.

Smells like contract fraud in the CT DOT.

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guomubai t1_jdvrnkk wrote

I know everyone is talking shit about CT here but honestly I miss it a lot sometimes. I moved out to UT and while there are many things I like, the rising real estate costs IMO has not been worth it. Might as well pay a little more and live near NYC like I did when I grew up in Stamford. Yeah, the higher taxes in CT suck but my goodness does UT politics suck.

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OptimalSkin9562 t1_jdj7h40 wrote

Here’s a hint….Cato Corner and Hop Culture.

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WhyTheHellnaut t1_jdjs0sf wrote

I'm guessing this is either Madison or Southington? What used to be on that sign?

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mkt853 t1_jdjt4r5 wrote

Where is there an exit 29 in Madison?

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WhyTheHellnaut t1_jdjurei wrote

I-95

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mkt853 t1_jdjwbao wrote

The Madison exits on I-95 are 62 (Hammo), 61, and 60 s/b (Mungertown). Exit 29 on 95 is Bridgeport.

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im_sponge_worthy t1_jdkgm7b wrote

Darwin Minnesota has the worlds biggest yarn, Connecticut has the worlds biggest snobs

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jazzeriah t1_jdlbm39 wrote

Please don’t do this.

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Justinontheinternet t1_jdirz2k wrote

The state of highway construction and bumper to bumper traffic

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iSheepTouch t1_jdixn2m wrote

Connecticut traffic isn't shit. Anywhere with actual attractions is going to have way more traffic than anywhere in this state.

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Justinontheinternet t1_jdj1arc wrote

Please don’t post fake news. https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/article/ct-i95-merritt-rank-top-10-congested-corridors-usa-17744206.php

“A 30-mile corridor in Connecticut was named the most congested corridor in 2022. INRIX says I-95 through Stamford, Connecticut, took the number 1 and number 3 spots. Drivers there lost an average of 34.5 minutes on their morning commute, and nearly 30 minutes on their return”

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iSheepTouch t1_jdj3kb6 wrote

Bahahaha a 30 mile corridor where drivers spend on average 30/34.5 extra minutes in traffic on their commute is bad?! Whatever bullshit metics this research company used to determine that was the most congested stretch of highway in the country is straight up junk stats. There are parts of the 10/405/5 freeways in LA that every single morning take 30 minutes to go 5 miles if you're lucky. LA isn't even the worst traffic in the country either, apparently DC is quite a bit worse. The fact that you even referenced an article calling out 35 minutes of traffic on a 30 mile corridor as being bad just shows how disconnected from reality some CT people are when it comes to traffic.

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Justinontheinternet t1_jdjohyt wrote

I’d send your grievances to the editor. As I didn’t write the article. Also you have no sources to make your point. I made a claim and backed it up with a current source. Hopefully you can do the same so we can learn something.

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Humble_Soil_5127 t1_jdj5k0e wrote

Exit 29 on which road? I mean I get it if you were say Bridgeport I get it.

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STODracula t1_jdjena9 wrote

Well, I see Dolphin's Cove is still there with their giant deck.

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I1C9 t1_jdk3mqe wrote

Connecticut number one!!!! We are the best bar none!!!

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