. And while it wasn’t hot all week—I sort of remember some pleasant days early in the week—by Friday though, all the heat of Wednesday and Thursday had caused me to forget what those days were like.
If, however, you’re someone who loves the heat and enjoys dining al fresco when the temperatures rise, thanks to the Stonington Planning & Zoning Commission there are a few more in the area. The PZC approved outdoor patio dining for McDonald’s in Pawcatuck and in Mystic.
Owner showed Patch how the downtown Mystic coffee shop beats the heat with . The video was part of our Shop Downtown Mystic series. Look for more store owners talking about their favorite things next week.
It’s impossible to talk about Mystic without talking about the streetscape project. on Thursday and meant no parking on West Main Street from High Street to the Mystic drawbridge. The milling is preparation for paving, which will take place, fingers crossed, beginning June 27. In an effort to offset some of the loss of parking and get people to come downtown the Groton Town Council will spend town money to make the . Patch users had a lot to say about that, so if you have an opinion be sure to .
There were some big birthdays this week. turned 19, and the turned 25. is also turning 25 this year. Congratulations to the owners and staff!
Thanks so much to and for claiming their business listings on Patch. If you have a business in Stonington, Mystic or Pawcatuck that you want listed on Patch for free or want to claim email Editor Bree Shirvell.
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