Wallingford’s Community Lake was once a beautiful body of water enjoyed by many local organizations and Wallingford residents. The lake has now been reduced to a meager collection of muddy ponds. While the lake was a Wallingford staple for many years, the forty-five-mile stretch of the Quinnipiac River long predatedRead More

With Halloween fast approaching, many Wallingford houses are decked out in synthetic cobwebs, inflatable monsters, and plastic gravestones. But what many students and residents may not know is that Wallingford has a much stronger link to the supposed supernatural. Buried in the Center Street Cemetery is a woman accused ofRead More

This weekend, parents from all over the world will visit their children’s classes, meet their teachers, and watch their sporting events. When in need of a respite from the hustle and bustle of campus life, parents and families may want to grab a bite to eat in Wallingford or oneRead More

Though downtown Wallingford is home to many restaurants serving gourmet pizza, comfort food, and rich desserts, there are very few restaurants with a menu designed largely for vegetarian and vegan diets. This once niche local market has started to take off, however, with the pricey vegan fare of Pure AlchemyRead More

Food delivery services like UberEats and DoorDash have become increasingly popular among Choate students. Read more about the food ordering habits of Choate students [Graphic by Chandler Littleford/The Choate News]

Alyssa’s Cakery, located on Center Street, brings confections to the Wallingford community,through its baked good, of course, but also its whimsically decorated interior and its delivery and takeout options. The shop is known for quality homemade cupcakes and cakes, and its online photo gallery suggests the wide variety of theRead More

The Wallingford Parks and Recreation Department will reduce the current size of the aquatics facility and add new elements. Read more about the preliminary plans for the town’s beloved community pool [Photo courtesy of the Record-Journal].

Located just off of Route 5 in Wallingford, Dad’s is a traditional American restaurant offering breakfast and lunch throughout the week. They are known for great dining and takeout, and now have a newly remodeled delivery and catering service. The restaurant has been open for 15 years and is aRead More

Hidden in the lot behind the ornate edifice of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is an unassuming, white brick building with a simple sign identifying it as St. Paul’s Thrift Shop. Once inside, one can easily navigate the small, but organized interior, filled with a multitude of items, from pajamas toRead More