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Hartford, CT vs Aurora, IL

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I love Hartford. Any naysayer is not appreciating the very real and new energy that is revitalizing the city. In conjunction with a wonderful location, relatively mild  More

Surprised by the low  More

I lived in CT for about 7 years, and this place is depressing, lonely, and boring. My only entertainment in Hartford, were the Library branches for books and movies. The  More

What a joke this city is. My friend's husband was shot in the head in this village (along with 4 others murdered). Their response was sub-par to say the least. Their  More

Seeking to relocate out of Aurora,  More

Winters too long,cold and snowy, i dread it more every year! Will retire out of here in a few  More