Amtrak is close to wrapping up its 3-year project to replace the old Niantic River railbridge (aka “Old Nan”). The new bridge is currently functional and has a backup power system. It can be raised in about a minute...

The protected Niantic River, which flows between East Lyme and Waterford, is prime kayaking and SUP territory—and there’s plenty to see along the way. Here are some historic and natural points of interest worth checking out, courtesy of Three...

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The environmental advocacy group Save-the-River, Save-the-Hills will hold its Annual fundraiser/holiday party on Thursday, December 6, from 6:00 to 9:00 at Flanders Fish Market Restaurant in East Lyme, Connecticut. The event will raise money for protecting the Niantic River...

TheDay.com: All shellfish beds in the state , closed since Hurricane Sandy, will remain closed until water testing for contaminants is complete, David Carey, director of aquaculture at the state Department of Agriculture, said . The...

An article in The Day of Connecticut details the efforts of volunteers who monitor water quality in brooks and streams feeding into the Niantic River. Their goal is to determine the sources of non-point pollutants, such as excess nitrogen...

For the first few months after launching their fledgling rowing club, Clai White and head instructor Tyler Page faced hours of prep work before they could even get on the water. Then, at the end of the day, they...

Like most coastal rivers in New England, the Niantic River has its share of charms and challenges. Among the latter are the presence of harmful bacteria and an overabundance of nitrogen and phosphorous, both of which spark algae blooms...

The goal of National Marina Day is to show the public what the marina experience is all about. From hosting fishing tournaments to providing boating access to supporting environmental efforts, marinas play a major role in many people’s ability...

TheDay.com: A 2-part bill that would tighten regulations for harvesting scallops from the Niantic River and allow students at the Marine Science Magnet High School of Southeastern Connecticut to sell their aquarium-raised fish passed the House of Representatives Monday....