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Unsafe to rent

An investigation by The Day found that Zane Megos has taken deposits from more than a dozen people for apartments they never ended up living in. Some of those apartments are in two condemned buildings Megos owns in Norwich.

New London police department in turmoil

Here you'll find all of the articles, video and documents related to the allegations of corruption in the New London Police Department and the harassment claims by Police Chief Margaret Ackley.

Best of 2011

The top stories, videos, photos and more from 2011.

Helping the homeless

A new program aims to address the growing problem of homeless women. If successful, it could provide long-term savings, while fulfilling a moral purpose.

Remembering September 11

On the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks we address how we've changed as a nation.

Hurricane Irene

Hurricane/Tropical Storm Irene's rain and high winds ravaged the area in late August. Thousands were left without power for days.

The War Through Their Eyes

The Day is running an occasional series marking the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War.

Graduation 2011

It's commencement season and theday.com has all your senior profiles, graduate lists and photo galleries.

Graduation photos from The Day make a great memento or gift. Browse the galleries to find your perfect keepsake image.

Who We Are; The 2010 Census

As the U.S. Census Bureau releases numbers from the 2010 count, The Day will provide coverage on the changing face of who we are in southeastern Connecticut.

Holiday Memories

When we asked readers to share their favorite memories of Christmas and the holidays, we were flooded with stories. Here, in their author's own words, are some great stories and special memories. Enjoy.

Best of 2010

A collection of the best local stories, photos and video of the year.

90 Is The New 70

Between 2000 and 2005, the population of those 85 and older grew by 20 percent, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, making it one of the fastest growing demographics. Kenton Robinson interviewed and Abigail Pheiffer photographed some of these nonagenarians.

The Thames: The River that Shapes Us

The Thames River begins in Norwich and, 15 miles later, empties into Long Island Sound. It's very much a working river. A river that helps shape our daily lives, but one we sometimes forget. This series will take you out on the river and introduce you to its people and places.

Graduation 2010

It's commencement season and theday.com has all your senior profiles, graduate lists and photo galleries.

Graduation photos from The Day make a great memento or gift. Browse the galleries to find your perfect keepsake image.

TheDay.com's Connecticut Hiking Guide

To guide readers to local spots good for walks in the woods, The Day has created an online hiking guide for the region. Thanks to local land trusts and other volunteer groups, as well as the state and generous individuals who donated many acres, there are ample choices of places with public trails. Problem is, some can be hard to find, particularly for those new to the area. This guide is intended to remedy that.

Amistad: Voyage of Remembrance

Reporter Ted Mann and photojournalist Sean D. Elliot went to Cuba with Amistad, the reproduction schooner built at Mystic Seaport. In 1839, the original Amistad was homeported in Cuba when it was sent to ferry kidnapped Africans bound for slavery.

Haiti: On the Ground

Day Staff Writer Karin Crompton and Photojournalist Tim Martin blogged from assignment in Haiti, where they are covering the struggles of local people and the Haitian Ministry of the Norwich Diocese.

Best of 2009

A collection of the best local stories, photos and video of the year.

Next Chapter

In this series, The Day checks back with subjects of previous articles to see what they're up to.

Shenkman

Richard J. Shenkman, who is facing charges related to a July 7 hostage ordeal in South Windsor, wants his ex-wife to stop talking to the media.

"How I Wrecked My Summer Vacation"

This summer, The Day is serializing a work of fiction by enterprise editor Kenton Robinson.

Stories of the Silent Service

Reporter Jennifer Grogan and multimedia director Peter Huoppi interviewed several U.S. Navy veterans who served aboard submarines during World War II.

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