Connecticut Parks Top National List for Urban Peace

0:00Spring is popping off in Connecticut, and a new pole from a mission for Michael nails the spots where folks unwind. They asked 36 people about urban parks, gardens, and green spaces that bring calm. Three Connecticut gyms made the national list of top getaways. What's their square park in New Haven ranked highest for the state at number 103 overall? It's that cozy neighborhood spot with cherry blossoms in spring and shady benches year round. Then Mill River Park in Stanford hit 143, perfect for clearing your head amid city vibes. Bushnell Park in Hartford closed out Connecticut's trio at 149. These places stand out because they're right in the mix of daily life, not some far off escape. Nationwide, Kanaha Beach Park in Hawaii took the top spot. The survey shows people crave quick resets, like a 20 minute walk on lunch break to boost mental health. As warmer weather hits, hit up these local oasis for that grounded flow, they're woven

1:00into our routines for real everyday peace. That's the story for today, Hartford News Today, driven by AI. I'm Corey with the story.