How a quirky Connecticut lobster trap Christmas tree became a marriage proposal hot spot

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Lobster trap tree tradition takes hold in South Shore coastal communities

Over the past two decades, a holiday tradition has emerged in coastal New England, one befitting the area’s Yankee resourcefulness and penchant for celebration: the lobster trap Christmas tree. It’s a ...
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Lobster trap tree will be 'bigger and better'

Stonington— Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce has announced a bigger and better Stonington Lobster Trap Tree for this year. “At a minimum, about four feet taller than last year,” said Lisa Konicki, ...
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Stonington's Lobster Trap Tree to Be ‘Bigger' and ‘Better' for Year Two

The Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce is bringing the famous Lobster Trap Tree back to Stonington for the second year, promising a "bigger" and "better" display. "Last year, the tree was 360 traps ...
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Stonington Lobster Trap Tree lights the season

A crowd gathered Saturday for the 2nd Annual Stonington Lobster Trap Tree lighting ceremony at the Stonington Town Dock. The event was presented by the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce. The new ...
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First lighting of Stonington Lobster Trap Tree draws crowds

It’s that time of year as the Lobster Trap Tree in Stonington is lit up once again, made up of hundreds of lobster traps and buoys. “All the bright lights. It’s nice to get into the holiday spirit and ...