Editor’s Note

If you’re an online reader of this magazine — and if you’re not, check us out! — you’ve likely noticed that our website, connecticutmag.com, looks a lot different these days. Back in early December, we flipped the switch on our new site, bringing with it many improvements.

First, we now have a cleaner and more modern design, with our classic CONNECTICUT logo in a proud blue at the top and helpful points of interest all over the page. Greater display space allows you to better experience our writing and photography. And speaking of photos, you’ll see many more of them, and they’ll be larger.

Perhaps the biggest improvement — which you actually won’t notice if you’re on a regular desktop or laptop monitor — is that our site is now “mobile friendly.” That means no matter which mobile device you’re viewing our site on — cellphone, iPad or other tablet — the website will adjust to fit in your screen. No more pinching and spreading your screen to zoom in and out.

Whichever device you use, we think you’ll find it easier to get around and find what you’re looking for. With sections like The Connecticut Story, Food & Drink, A&E and Health & Science, you’ll notice content organized in an intuitive way. Added are new sections to highlight some of the things that make our state great, including History, from the weird to the wonderful, and Charities, in which we share the stories of people and groups doing noble work.

You’ll also find popular features like Best of Connecticut, Best Restaurants, Top Docs, Top Dentists, as well as fun lists like best lobster rolls and best record stores, in a consolidated Bests & Tops section.

Also, our sister magazine, The Connecticut Bride, is now part of connecticutmag.com, bringing our Connecticut-focused wedding tips, features and photography under the same roof.

We at Connecticut Magazine are excited about our new online home. Pay us a visit and tell us what you think. You know how to reach us!

But before you rush off to scope out our new website, don’t forget about the magazine you’re holding. Arguably the most anticipated feature of the year can be found in this issue. The latest edition of Best Restaurants (Page 35) pools the opinions of readers and experts on the state’s finest eateries.

Michael Lee-Murphy explores the possible financial solutions for northeastern Connecticut homeowners with crumbling basements (Page 11).

Also, Erik Ofgang shares the story of an Air Force sergeant from Windsor Locks and how new evidence surrounding his 2002 death in Afghanistan could result in the Medal of Honor (Page 52).

Correction: Kennedy Kitchens’ kettle-popped corn — featured on page 73 of the 2016 Holiday Gift Guide in the December issue — can be purchased for $15-$20 at kennedykitchens.net. Product information was inadvertently omitted.