Groton, Connecticut: Is It a Good Place to Live?

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Around town this week

Fresh from local news covering Groton and the surrounding area.

A man was found with a ghost gun after allegedly fleeing a car crash in Groton, and the town approved $7,300 in repair work for Veterans Park. A $4M project to improve Sutton Park also began this week.

Curated by TinyLocalAdventure from local news sources · Updated June 23, 2026 · AI-assisted summary. Headlines below link to the original reporting.

Norwich man found with ghost gun after allegedly fleeing Groton car crash: PD - WTNH.comGroton Connecticut News · Jun 22 Sonia Finn Obituary (10/26/1986 - 6/15/2026) - Groton, CT - The Day - Legacy obituaryGroton Connecticut News · Jun 21 Rosie MacRall Obituary (1955 - 2026) - Groton, CT - The Day - Legacy obituaryGroton Connecticut News · Jun 21 Groton-Dunstable vs Nashoba Regional Boys Basketball - Jan 4, 2027 - Sports IllustratedGroton Connecticut News · Jun 19 $4M project begins to improve Groton's Sutton Park - The DayGroton News · Jun 23 Man caught AR-15-style ghost gun after Groton crash involving stolen car, police say - Stamford AdvocateGroton News · Jun 22

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What is there to do in Groton?

Groton has 0 parks and green spaces, 0 places to eat, and landmarks like local landmarks. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

Where should I park in Groton?

Most of Groton is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

How do I get to Groton?

Groton sits in Groton, Connecticut, reachable by car or by the local trails for cyclists.

Can I see homes for sale in Groton?

Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Groton, and can connect you with a local agent.

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