Fairfield County, Connecticut occupies 30 miles of New England’s pristine coastline in the shadows of New York City’s metropolitan area. Nearly two dozen cities and towns comprise this delightful east coast region, the largest of which include Bridgeport, Danbury, Norwalk, and Stamford. Smaller towns such as Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Weston, and Wilton rank among the nation’s most affluent communities. Fairfield County (pop. 882,567 in the 2000 Census) remains the most populous county in CT.
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Windham County, Connecticut occupies 521 square miles of rolling hillsides and scenic pastoral farmlands dotted with rustic, quaint small towns. Known as the main county in New England’s Quiet Corner region, Windham County's 109,000 residents (2000 Census) make it one of CT’s least populated areas. Windham County contains no incorporated cities, and only one incorporated borough, the community of Danielson, population 4,265. Other major Windham County towns include Sterling, Scotland, Pomfret, Woodstock and Eastford, all with populations of less than 5,000.
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Tolland County, Connecticut contains 417 square miles of northeastern New England beauty. Seventeen communities comprise Tolland County, including Andover, Stafford, Mansfield, and Coventry. Census 2000 recorded Tolland’s population at just over 136,000, listing it in the Hartford Metropolitan Area. Fifteen local school districts serve the region’s students and those seeking higher education may attend the University of Connecticut at Storrs, ranked among the finest of the nation’s schools.
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Danbury, Connecticut, the gateway to New England, claims 44 square miles of the Gold Coast region in Fairfield County. Located along the corridor where Interstate 84 enters CT, Danbury, also known as “Hat City”, was once a vital center for America's hat industry. Today Danbury benefits from close proximity to New York City's metropolitan area and boasts thriving businesses such as ATMI Inc., Cartus, and Ethan Allen Interiors. The Danbury Federal Correctional Institute and Western Connecticut State University are also located here.
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New London County, Connecticut extends over more than 770 square miles, with the exquisite New England coastline as its southern border. New London is a land of charming lighthouses as well as submarine manufacturing plants, and one of the CT depots for the high-speed bullet train, the Acela Express.
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New Haven County, Connecticut, rich in history and natural beauty, plays an important educational, economic and social role for the surrounding Greater New Haven Metropolitan Area. Home to the nation’s premier academic institute, Yale University, along with seven other outstanding colleges and universities, New Haven County is a major hub for higher learning in New England. Census 2000 reported the county population at just over 824,000, and New Haven County contains CT’s two largest cities, New Haven and Waterbury.
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New Haven, Connecticut epitomizes American culture and tradition at its finest. This historic city founded in 1638 and built on a grid of 4 streets by 4 streets, holds international recognition as one of the finest examples of colonial city planning. The founding fathers instituted the first tree-planting program, and today, New Haven boasts the title of “Elm City”. Home to legendary Yale University, New Haven offers fifteen other institutes of higher learning within a twenty mile radius.
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Norwalk, Connecticut lies on the outskirts of New York City’s metropolitan area along the Eastern Seaboard of the United States. Located in Fairfield County, Norwalk takes its name from the Algonquin word “noyank” which means “point of land”. Census 2000 shows Norwalk's population at 82,951 which ranks it as the sixth largest city in CT. Once known as “Oyster Town”, Norwalk produces CT’s largest oyster crop and is home to Tallmadge Brothers, the largest oyster company in the nation. Several other prominent companies, such as Media Storm LLC, priceline.com and SoBe, operate their headquarters from Norwalk.
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Bridgeport, Connecticut lies tucked away in scenic Fairfield County, between the bustling cities of Boston and New York. With a population of 139,529 (Census 2000 data), Bridgeport ranks as CT’s largest city and the fifth largest city in New England. Considered part of New York City's booming labor market, Bridgeport boasts a diverse economy where Bridgeport Hospital, St. Vincent’s Medical Center, and Sikorsky Aircraft are among the top employers. Bridgeport also offers residents outstanding higher learning facilities that include Housatonic Community College and the University of Bridgeport.
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Stamford, Connecticut features the charming ambiance of a small New England city, while access to New York City’s impressive amenities are within easy reach. Home to 117,083 (2000 Census data), this Fairfield County community ranked among Money Magazine’s 100 Best Places to Live in 2006. This award-winning city also boasts its designation as the nation’s ninth safest city. Stamford houses Stamford Hospital and several Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 Companies. Businesses operating their headquarters from Stamford include Pitney Bowes, World Wrestling Entertainment, and Xerox.
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Hartford County, Connecticut lies in the picturesque River Valley region among the many splendors of the New England countryside. Located in the heart of CT, Hartford County encompasses 751 square miles, and according to Census 2000 reports, holds a population of 857,183 residents. The largest urban areas within Hartford County include Bristol, East Hartford, Hartford, Manchester, New Britain, and West Hartford.
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Waterbury , Connecticut, nestled on the banks of the Naugatuck River, serves as an industrial and economic center for the surrounding 13-town area known as the Central Naugatuck Valley Region, (CNVR). CT’s fifth-largest community, Waterbury once claimed the title, “Brass City”, as the national center for the brass industry in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, Waterbury’s reputation centers around its advanced technological industries, the sheer loveliness of its historic architecture (especially the towering churches), and its numerous festivals celebrating the city’s wide range of ethnic groups.
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Hartford, Connecticut, established in 1636, is one of the nation’s original cities. Known as New England’s Rising Star, Hartford is the capital of the State of CT. With a population of 121,578 (Census 2000 data), Hartford remains CT’s third largest city. This delightful Hartford County community lies within the Greater Hartford area, which holds a population of nearly 1.2 million residents. Hartford, also called the “Insurance Capital of the World”, boasts a thriving economy where companies such as Aetna, The Hartford, and United Technologies provide employment to the region.
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Middlesex County, Connecticut houses more than 155,000 residents, according to Census 2000 data. Twenty communities comprise the County, including the one major city of Middletown, and small quaint towns such as Durham, Deep River, and Killingworth. The city of Middletown, in the geographic center of Middlesex County, lies only 15 miles south of Hartford, and 20 miles north of New Haven, giving residents access to major metropolis areas while enjoying the rural flavor of Middlesex. Students here may attend one of three Middlesex institutes of higher learning, including Wesleyan University, Holy Apostles College and Seminary, and the Middlesex Community College.
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Litchfield County, Connecticut nestles in the picturesque Northwest Hills where pastoral New England communities spread throughout this 945 square mile region. Located in northwestern CT, Litchfield County lies within the massive New York - Newark - Bridgeport Combined Statistical Area. According to Census 2000 data, Litchfield County’s population includes 182,193 residents; however, estimates in 2006 indicate a growth of 4.3% to 190,119. Plymouth, Torrington, Watertown, and Winchester are among the largest cities in the area.
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