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Oxford Greens, ConnecticutOxford Connecticut

Welcome to Oxford Located in southwestern Connecticut, Oxford is a small, rural town that is seeing some rapid changes.  With a new high school, major real estate and industrial development, the recently opened Oxford Greens golf course and a busy airport, there is a lot going on in Oxford. Oxford is a town located in western New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 9,821 at the 2000 Census. There are several areas in Oxford: Quaker Farms, Riverside and Oxford Center. Oxford belongs to the Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk urbanized area, which is a bedroom community of the New York metropolitan area.

Oxford used to be a very rural town with a moderate farming population. However, in the past few years, there has been a large influx of upper-class suburban families that moved into the area. Most of these families, according to local newspapers and statistics at Oxford Town Hall, have moved from extremely affluent towns in lower Fairfield County. They have discovered Oxford's relatively reasonable housing market and natural beauty in comparison to their former towns, thus build $600,000+ homes in Oxford. This has fueled Oxford's decision to build a new high school of their own. Before, the town was too small, had little economic development and taxpayers would burden the cost of the $59 million high school.

Trumbull, ConnecticutTrumbull, Connecticut

Welcome to Trumbull. Trumbull, first settled in the early 1600's as part of Stratford, was incorporated as a separate Town in October, 1797, and covers an area of 23.5 square miles. It is located in Fairfield County approximately 60 miles from New York City, and 60 miles from Hartford, Connecticut. It is bounded on the north by the Town of Monroe, east by the City of Shelton, south by the City of Bridgeport, and west by the Towns of Fairfield and Easton. Trumbull is a growing, suburban residential community with extensive retail and an expanding commercial and industrial base. According to the State Health Department, the Town's 2000 population as compiled by the U.S. Census Bureau was 34,243. The Town has above average income and education levels that reflect its character as a suburban bedroom community. .

Orange, Connecticut Town HallOrange, Connecticut

The rolling hills which make up the 17.6 square miles of Orange, located just west of New Haven, were once owned by the Paugusset Indians. In 1639, the Rev. Peter Prudden purchased the land from the Indians for six coats, ten blankets, one kettle, twelve hatchets, twelve hoes, two dozen knives and a dozen small mirrors.

Orange remained a simple farming community until the mid-1940's when postwar residential construction began. Proper zoning foresight has let Orange develop into an open, well-planned residential community which retains the New England simplicity of which the residents are proud.

Orange is a desirable town in which to live, as evidenced by the above-average school system, a wide range of community services and easy access to urban areas of the state using Routes 1, 15, 34 and I-95, all of which traverse Orange.

Stratford, Connecticut BeachStratford, Connecticut

Founded in 1639, Stratford is a community rich in history and abundant natural beauty.

Situated on Long Island Sound, and bounded to the east by the Housatonic River, Stratford has long viewed its waterfront as an important natural resource. The Town's location on Long Island Sound affords residents and visitors alike with two public bathing beaches, five marinas, several fishing piers and two public boat-launching facilities.

Within an hour's drive of New York City, Stratford is the easternmost town in Fairfield County-Connecticut's Gold Coast. Major highways such as I-95, Route 8/25 and the Merritt Parkway bisect Stratford, and provide convenient access to the entire Northeast corridor. The deep water harbor of neighboring Bridgeport provide excellent docking and terminal facilities for either domestic or overseas shipping, in addition to ferry passenger service to Long Island. Sikorsky Memorial Airport, located in the Lordship section of Stratford, remains a hub of corporate activity and provides commuter service to other cities in the northeast. Rail service provided by Metro North with connections to Amtrak further round out an excellent array of transportation choices.

Monroe, ConnecticutMonroe, Connecticut

Welcome to Monroe. Monroe is located in eastern Fairfield County. While the town has sustained a progressive growth over the past 20 years, it has not lost its character and charm. Monroe is a family-oriented community with an excellent school system, recreational facilities and a variety of houses of worship. Monroe, named after James Monroe the fifth President of the United States, serving from 1817-1825 is a growing community in Fairfield County Connecticut. The Town of Monroe Connecticut was incorporated in 1823. 

Monroe has seen many changes over the past years since it was incorporated, from being a predominantly farming community to a suburban community that maintains itself through progressive economic development. The recreational facilities such as Wolfe Park, Great Hollow Lake, Webb Mountain and the Rails to Trails bike paths provide enjoyment for all.

The new Senior Center provides an array of services to our Senior Citizens. Given all this it is easy to understand why so many people enjoy the Town of Monroe.

Milford CT City HallMilford, Connecticut

Milford, "A Small City with a Big Heart!" Strolling through downtown you get that small town feeling coupled with the charm and the sense of history of an English settlement dating from 1639. Walk over the Hotchkiss Bridge, gaze at the gorge framed by the arch of the Memorial Bridge, stop for an ice cream cone, and rent a bike and tour, then return to have a lobster dinner. Or you might opt for a romantic Victorian setting at a classic New England Inn.

Seventeen miles of Long Island Sound coastline funnel into our harbor that winds its way to meet the Wepawaug River in the heart of town. The sixth oldest town in Connecticut, 50,000 residents are proud to boast of a meticulously maintained "town green", the second longest in New England. Multiple memorials in honor of those who have served in past conflicts parade down the grassway. A memorial bridge provides a stone passageway of history of our ancestors.

A feeling of "Milford Pride", along with ample cultural, recreational, educational and employment opportunities make the City more than just a great place to visit. Many high quality arts and crafts shows, varied festivals and events make Milford a destination for daytrippers. Water recreation abounds with access from boat launches, the Milford Lisman Landing Marina, multiple city beaches, and Silver Sands State Park. The Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point offers views of the estuary and Long Island Sound and their inhabitants and an educational program to explain all. The new architecturally awarded addition to Milford Hospital provides for health care needs as it has for the last 80 years.

Rounding out our unparalleled quality of life is a strong retail community that provides shoppers with all aspects of consumer goods. From the mall to the varied and diverse shopping opportunities of our small retailers-we sell it all. Boasting an ever-expanding automobile row, furniture stores, specialty shops, restaurants and hotels, ready to fulfill all types of consumer requirements.

A diversified economy supports manufacturing, retail, corporate office, and a service industry. Unemployment is at an all-time low. Home to manufacturers of consumer products, fabricated metals, plastics, as well as dot.com, investment, and hi-tech firms, Milford welcomes all to its corporate, research and industrial parks.

Fairfield, ConnecticutFairfield, Connecticut

Welcome to Fairfield. The town of Fairfield is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Fairfield is a town of more than 58,170 residents and is located on the coast of Long Island Sound between the cities of Bridgeport and Stamford. The town was settled in 1639 and covers an area of 30.6 square miles. The main switchboard number for the town is 203-256-3000. Town offices are located at Old Town Hall, 611 Old Post Road and at Sullivan Independence Hall, 725 Old Post Road.

In 1639, the General Court of Hartford sent its Deputy Governor, Roger Ludlowe, to establish a settlement. He and his five companions came to Unquowa (the Indian name for Fairfield) and thus a colonial village had its beginnings. Today, Fairfield continues to maintain a sense of history. Three areas have national historic district designations:

  • The Old Post Road area was designed by Roger Ludlowe, setting aside space for public use. The Old Town Hall and Independence Hall are in this area today.
  • Southport retains the ambiance of an early-nineteenth century seaport. Narrow streets, slate slab sidewalks, rolling lawns, weathered shakes and old brick walls covered with ivy enhance the charm of Southport's village.
  • In Greenfield Hill today, many pre-Revolutionary houses still stand. For over 50 years, the annual Dogwood Festival has been held each year in May, and visitors from all over the country and abroad enjoy the beauty of over 30,000 dogwood trees. The festival is sponsored by the Greenfield Hill Congregational Church.

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