Tag Archive: Neighborhood

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New Haven in the News: Summer 2025 Roundup

July 29, 2025

We’re only halfway through 2025, and New Haven’s already racking up some serious national attention. From pizza crownings to stress-free travel features — and even a little Hogwarts-level magic — the Elm City has been quietly (okay, not that quietly) stealing the spotlight. Here’s a look at some of the recent media love coming our way: Travel & Getaways “The Best Weekend Getaways from NYC” – Time Out New York Spoiler: New Haven made the list. Again. Big flavor, bold culture, and just a quick train ride away. “Is ‘Townsizing’ the Key to Stress-Free Travel?” – HuffPost Hint: It involves... View Article

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Explore New Haven’s Dixwell Neighborhood

May 28, 2025

If you find yourself on Dixwell Avenue in early June and hear the distant thump of drums, you’re not imagining things—you’re being pulled into the heartbeat of one of New Haven’s most historic neighborhoods. The Elm City Freddy Fixer Parade, a beloved summer tradition, is a vibrant celebration of Black heritage, community pride, and cultural resilience. First held in the 1960s, it’s now the oldest Black-led parade in New England—and it still carries the same founding spirit: uplift, empower, and clean up. The name “Freddy Fixer” honors a grassroots movement that began as a neighborhood beautification project. Today, it’s grown... View Article