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Lawmakers address zip code confusion in Scotland, Conn.
A small town in eastern Connecticut has not one, not two, but six different zip codes. For years, that’s what it has been like in the town of Scotland, a population of less than 1,600 people. “There’s only one section of town that has delivery that can use the Scotland zip code of 06264,” Melody Savino said. “Anywhere else in town,...
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Lawmakers address zip code confusion in Scotland, CT
The small Connecticut town of Scotland has six zip codes, and that has actually been causing issues with the mail for decades.
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Deadly storm brings gale-force winds and floods to Northern Europe
One person was reported dead in Scotland as gale-force winds and floods struck several countries in Northern Europe.
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Airbnb lists Shrek's swamp for weekend stay
The free stay in the Scottish Highlands will be available for two nights from Oct. 27 to Oct. 29.
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Airbnb is offering a weekend stay at Shrek's Swamp in the Scottish Highlands: Here's how to book
The property is an exact recreation of the green ogre’s home in 2001’s hit film ‘Shrek.’
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Temporary ramp installed over washed out bridge in Scotland
A temporary emergency bridge was installed on Brook Road in Scotland Monday to reconnect six families whose homes have been cut off since storms destroyed the bridges that were there before.
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Temporary ramp installed over washed out bridge in Scotland
A temporary emergency bridge was installed on Brook Road in Scotland Monday to reconnect six families whose homes have been cut off since storms destroyed the bridges that were there before, according to the first selectman. Torrential rain last week led to bridges being washed out and destroyed and six homes were cut off. The temporary ramp will only be…
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Scotland searches for solutions for homes cut off after bridges destroyed
The race is on to figure out how to reconnect six families whose homes are now cut off in Scotland.
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Scotland searches for solutions for homes cut off after bridges destroyed
The race is on to figure out how to reconnect six families whose homes are now cut off in Scotland. Torrential rain led to bridges being washed out and destroyed. “While we’re standing there, that bridge started to cave in,” said Gary Gagnon of Scotland. First one and then a second bridge were destroyed following downpours in Scotland on...
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Families trapped and extensive repairs needed after bridges collapse in Scotland
Multiple families are stuck and about $8 million in repairs is needed after storms caused two bridges to collapse in Scotland. First Selectman Gary Greenberg said one of the two bridges collapsed Thursday afternoon near Kasacek and Brook roads. The other bridge collapsed Wednesday night. Greenberg said two other bridges suffered extensive damage. There are six families stuck because of…
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Volunteers bring drones and webcams in largest search for Loch Ness Monster in 50 years
Mystery hunters have converged on a Scottish lake to look for signs of the mythical Loch Ness Monster.
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NWS says Friday storm damage in Scotland caused by tornado
The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in Scotland during Friday morning’s severe storms. The tornado consisted of 100 mph wind gusts and was on the ground for approximately 2.7 miles. It touched down on Bass Road at about 7:53 a.m. and continued along Route 14, also known as Huntington Road, and crossed Pinch Street before…
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NWS surveys storm damage caused by possible tornado in Scotland
The National Weather Service is investigating if morning damage in Scotland was the result of a tornado. Crews are assessing storm damage in the area, which they say includes well over 100 downed trees. The National Weather Service will receive photos, drone footage and radar data to make a determination, which is expected to come Monday. The Department of Emergency…
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‘Monster hunters' wanted in new search for the mythical Loch Ness beast
In 1933, the manager of the old Drumnadrochit Hotel reported spotting a “water beast” on the deep lake, sparking decades of rumors, ‘sightings’ and searches for Nessie.
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Ex-Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon released after probe into national party's finances
Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon was arrested and questioned by police investigating the finances of Scotland’s pro-independence governing party. Police Scotland said a 52-year-old woman was detained Sunday “as a suspect in connection with the ongoing investigation into the funding and finances of the Scottish National Party.” The force said she was “released without charge pending further investigation” after...