By Rachel Fan ’27 The echo of fire alarms has become a familiar sound at Choate, blaring through learning and living facilities alike. With each incident, Wallingford’s firefighters have swiftly arrived on campus, ensuring the safety of students and faculty. The Wallingford Fire Department handles about 8,000 calls annually. TheyRead More

By Calvin Moon ’24 All over Wallingford, election campaign signs decorate residents’ front lawns. On November 7, Wallingford citizens cast their votes for the town’s first new mayor in 40 years after Mr. William Dickinson, who had been mayor since 1984, decided not to run for another term in office.Read More

By Rella Wang ’26 Every October, Connecticut welcomes an enchanting chill, the rustle of leaves, and the ghostly light of jack-o-lanterns. With Halloween quickly approaching, Connecticut is gearing up for this spooky season by organizing events for its citizens. One such activity is the Seaside Shadows Haunted History Tours. OnRead More

By Calvin Moon ’24 Tucked away in the quaint Wallingfordian suburbia are martial arts studios that give residents an opportunity to train their body and their minds. From kickboxing to taekwando, Performance Combat MMA and Elite-Pro Martial Arts Studio offer a wide range of services and classes that several ChoateRead More

By Constanza Aportela ’24 With Halloween drawing near, the Wallingford Public Library (WPL) hosted a one-of-a-kind impersonator of America’s father of the macabre and horror genre — Edgar Allan Poe. On Monday, October 16, Mr. Campbell Harmon, Associate Director of Communications & Website at the Yale Divinity School, returned toRead More

By Kaylin Lam ’27 If you’re looking for a cute Wallingford luncheonette or craving some grilled cheese, then Caseus Provisions is the place to go. Caseus Provisions, a specialty cheese shop located on Center Street, features a staple classic grilled cheese sandwich. However, they’re not limited to just lunch items.Read More