Jan 18 2013
Most of us feel a bit of a relief at the end of the holiday season, followed by a case of the mid-winter blues. Sometimes the cure is as simple as a nice dinner out, but if you’re still paying off the holiday bills, dining out in a good restaurant might seem a bit frivolous. [...]
Dec 4 2012
Years ago, when I was single, I had a great part-time gig as a travel correspondent for the Associated Press. The paycheck wasn’t anything to write home about, but the opportunity to see and do things I might not have otherwise experienced more than made up for it. Of all the things I discovered [...]
Jul 26 2012
Today, Webster Bank and UConn announced a union between these two venerable Connecticut institutions, making Webster the “Official Bank of UConn.” Sounds great, you might be thinking, but what exactly does that mean? Simply put, it means that you’ll soon see us sponsoring a slew of programs and events for UConn athletics and alumni. For [...]
Jun 27 2012
Whether you’re planning a wedding or simply addicted to the TV series, “Say Yes to the Dress,” you’ve learned that this joyous occasion is also…a money pit. Keenly aware of societal pressure for over-the-top perfection, wedding vendors of all stripes have perfected the art of separating betrothed couples from as much of their hard-earned cash [...]