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• Schools Shift Strategy On Swine Flu, Staying Open More Photo

  Superintendent Susan Viccaro didn't flinch when she looked at how many students were absent in the Region 13 school district recently — 31 percent were out at the middle school, 25 percent at the high school. more

• Cromwell Schools Locked Down

  A lockdown of Cromwell school students was lifted at 2:10pm, Cromwell Police said. more

• Casares Selected To Replace Hartford Fire Chief Photo

  Edward Casares Jr., the Hartford Fire Department's first Hispanic fire marshal, has been selected to replace retiring Fire Chief Charles A. Teale Sr. more

• Police: Brothers Fought Over Can Of Beef Ravioli

  Two brothers were arrested Sunday after getting into a fight over a can of beef ravioli, police said. more

• UConn Leaders: Hospital Merger Not Viable

  University of Connecticut leaders have determined that a plan to merge the UConn Health Center with Hartford Hospital is not viable, and they are working with state lawmakers to consider other options, according to an e-mail UConn President Michael J. Hogan sent to employees Friday. more

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  The American meal Photo

  Outside the turkey-cranberry-pumpkin pie trinity, Thanksgiving in the U.S. can be as varied as the country itself. Each family has its own list of traditional dishes. (RECIPES INCLUDED) more

• Luscious cranberries Photo

  The cranberry is Mother Nature's sweet tart. Native primarily to Northern America, the ruby-colored beads are a holiday staple on many menus. Here are a few of our favorite dishes. (RECIPES INCLUDED) more

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  Picture-perfect pie Photo

  We won't take sides in the pumpkin versus sweet potato pie debate. But pie is simply a must-have dessert on Thanksgiving. Here are some surefire tips for making them from scratch. (RECIPES INCLUDED) more