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Meriden, CT is a charming city located in New Haven County. It is known for its rich culture and history, boasting a full calendar of festivals and events that are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. The downtown area houses an array of unique shops, restaurants, cafes, and galleries that provide residents with ample opportunities to explore their creative side. Moreover, the parks in Meriden are well-maintained and offer plenty of outdoor activities for people to enjoy. There is also plenty of entertainment for those looking for something to do at night.
People who have visited Meriden have overwhelmingly positive reviews about the city. From the warm welcome they receive from locals to the abundance of activities available throughout the city, there’s something for everyone in Meriden. Many remark on how friendly the people are and how easy it is to get around town due to its size and walkability. The food options in Meriden have earned rave reviews as well – many visitors especially love trying out all the local cuisine! All-in-all, visitors often leave Meriden feeling welcome and refreshed after an enjoyable stay.
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Stay away - 8/28/2016
Don't move to Meriden. Lived here most of my life and I am moving out. Crime is on the rise and few employment opportunities. A very disjointed population that cares little for the towns welfare. Stay
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Congestion - 6/26/2014
Traffic patterns and constant disrepair tend to make for long and aggravating commutes.
While there are employment gains the quality of the work is significantly less than in decades
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Pricey ghetto - 11/17/2012
I have lived here for over 3 years and the crime has gotten significantly worse. I live on the outskirts but when I watch the news, I am appalled at the amount of crime in this small city. Does not make any sense. Add to that the fact that one will naturally have trepidation about going out in this city after dark makes this a particularly crappy place to live. There is a Westfield Mall but it is one of those types of malls you want to get in and out of as quickly as possible b/c never sure when a ruckus might break out! If looking to relocate, skip this place. Also in checking on environmental disasters, there are brownfields and polluters and one of them is within a mile of my house...great!
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Job Relocation - 2/22/2011
I currently have to move to Meriden conneticut because of a job relocation. I've been hearing bad things about the town. Any feedback would help. Maybe there is another town close by that is better?
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Meriden has become a joke! - 9/1/2010
Meriden was such a great town many years ago. It's now a garbage town full of losers,drug dealing,welfrare rats,people that won't speak english,thugs,whores and ghetto acting people. I can't wait to get out of here!The downtown area is so depressing and sad! The town now has a dirty feel to it. The central part of Meriden makes me sick.Meriden feels like a small version of a crappy part of the Bronx,NY!!!! Now more bums than ever are walking the streets of Meriden.They make me sick.I've come so close to knocking a few of them out. This town is full of smelly ass bums. Meriden is also a HUGE welfare and section 8 town.I'm just telling it like it is. Alot of pretty neighborhoods but not for long because the losers are slowly moving in there
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27 years - 2/10/2010
I was born and rised in meriden and I enjoyed living there.I live in Tampa Florida now.Just to get away from the snow.But the food was great much better then here in tampa.I went to elementary school ther middle school and high and
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Cheap housing - 1/24/2010
Connecticut in general is known for its high cost of living. I chose to live in Meriden because housing is inexpensive. I commute 22 miles to Yale University in New
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Meriden - 1/10/2010
I live in MRD for the last 23 years, i never had any issues , the cost of leaving seem to be alot higher, the average appartment is 700 - 1,000 crime is not bad, like any other place. alot lower that iner cities. I plan to relocate tp FL becouse of the weather and some health issues trying to see if live quaility improve
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Housing costs - 12/31/2009
When I was looking for a home in Connecticut I found that Meriden had the best housing prices for a first time home
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