Photo from http://torringtonct.org/ Christmas Village to open for its 57th CONSECUTIVE Year ! On Sunday, 12/10/06 A Parade will start at the Armory at 12:15 pm. To Participate in the parade you can call the Park and Recreation Office at 860-489-2274.Christmas Village will be open EVERY DAY after Dec. 10. Along with Santa, Mrs. Claus will also be visiting again this year. She will be greeting visitors in her new room. Christmas Village will be open every day thereafter from 1:00 - 8:30pm.  Christmas Eve the Village is open 9:00am to 12:00 pm. Mrs. Claus will be visiting Christmas Village again this year.  She will be greeting visitors in her new room. The Annual Toy Shower will be conducted Friday, Dec. 8 at the Yankee Peddler Inn from 3 pm to 9 pm. Get your organization to offer some f... 12/07/2006

The Torrington Real Estate market currently has 197 single family homes on the market.32 homes went under contract since Nov. 1, (over 6 month supply)Homes going under contract since Nov. 1,15 - less than $200,00013 - from $200,000 - $300,0003 - from $300,000 - $400,0001 - over $400,000Number of single family homes on the market70 - less than $200,000     (4.6 mo. supply)72 - $200,000 - $300,000  (5.5 mo. supply) 37 - $300,000 - $400,000  (12 mo. supply)18 - $400,000 and up        (18 mo. supply) Why use an e-PRO? http://www.realtybydan.com/Why_use_an_e-PRO.htmlWhat's your home worth? http://mlsplug-in.com/marketanalysis/default.asp?Office=2081Home Buyer Information: http://www.realtybydan.com/page7.htmlHome Seller Information: http://www.realtybydan.com/page3.html   12/03/2006

This idea was created by an EMT or Police officer in CT after a multi car/truck highway accident in CT. The idea is to program your cell phone with a contact named ICE which stands for In Case of Emergency.The EMT's or police can contact your loved one immediately upon an accident or similar case, using your cell phone.Sure, they could look up Mom or Dad on your cell or hit the speed dial and see who they get BUT by programming ICE you are telling them who you want to be "called first."If you think this is a good idea pass it on.     11/18/2006

IT'S NEW ENGLAND: If your local Dairy Queen is closed from Septemberthrough May, you live in New EnglandIf someone in a Home Depot store offers you assistanceand they don't work there, you live in New England.If you've worn shorts and a parka at the same time,you live in New England.If you've had a lengthy telephone conversation withsomeone who dialed a wrong number, you live in NewEnglandYou know you're a New Englander when: "Vacation" meansgoing anywhere south of New York City for the weekend.You measure distance in hours. . well, of course!You know several people who have hit a deer more thanonce.You have switched from "heat" to "A/C" in the same dayand back again.You can drive 75 mph through 2 feet of snow during araging blizzard without flinching.You install security lights on your... 11/15/2006

As of today there's 224 single family homes on the market in Torrington, CT. With approx. 40 homes going under contract since Sept 1, 2006, it appears to be a 5 months + absorbtion rate, which is a lot higher than last year. It appears the Buyer's market that started last Sept. 2005 is still continuing with Buyer INcentives being offered on many homes. Some sellers are even offering 3.9% Seller Financing There are approx. 400 agents serving the Torrington Real Estate market. There are over 12,000 agents serving Northwest and Central CT.So listings have plenty of exposure with the CO-OP Multiple Listing ServiceView and Search CT Listings  11/08/2006

There is a local area TV program called City Views that airs on Tuesday nite between 7 and 8 pm. This show is very informative and is hosted by Tim Driscoll. This is a lively hour of Questions and Answers, concerning Litchfield County (not just Torrington). Tune in on Cablevision Ch. 5 to see for yourself. This is a "live call in" show with local area concerns, politics and more. For Torrington information and calendar visit www.torringtonct.org If you have comments, please them here for discussion.   09/22/2006

Is it time for seat belts on school buses? What is Torrington, CT. position? Are there any States that require them? For more information go to http://ncsbs.com / this is the web site of the National Coalition on School Bus Safety.Your comments please.  09/17/2006

What is a Reverse Mortgage? Where can I get one? Who would be the likely people to use a reverse mortgage?First a reverse mortgage is exactly what  it says, instead of you paying the lender every month like a traditional mortgage, in a reverse mortgage the lender "pays you" every month.How much cash could you get if you sold your home?Many homeowners find staying in their own home when their older a better alternative than selling their home and moving into a rental.AARP link to questions and answers is http://tinyurl.com/elbvaAnother useful link is http://www.reversemortgage.org/                     Thinking of selling this year? What's your home worth?          09/16/2006

Home Playground Safety Checklist To make sure your home playground is a safe place to play: Install and maintain a shock-absorbing surface around the play equipment. Use at least 9 inches of wood chips, mulch, or shredded rubber for play equipment up to 7 feet high. Install protective surfacing at least 6 feet in all directions from play equipment. Never attach - or allow children to attach - ropes, jump ropes, clotheslines, or pet leashes to play equipment; children can strangle on these. Check hardware for open "S" hooks or protruding bolt ends, which can be hazardous. Check for spaces that could trap children, such as openings in guardrails or between ladder rungs; these spaces should measure less than 3.5 inches or more than 9 inches. Make sure platforms and ramps have guardrails to... 09/14/2006

This Torrington Blog, Torrington, CT is provided as a forum mostly "to ask questions" and hopefully the visitors "will have their comments and anwsers". If you have a suggested subject or questions dealing with the general Torington area, Litchfield County, Northwest CT or a Statewide CT question/subject, e-mail me at grammaticad@yahoo.com and place "BLOG TOPIC" in the subject line or you can POST A COMMENT HERE. I will post it for you. This Blog intends on dealing with upcoming and past events, local activities, local news, information, real estate, local sports, and subjects that are important to area residents, visitors and guests. Upcoming Topics will include: Torrington Downtown and Senior Tax Freeze  09/08/2006