Nipmucs worry council - 2004-02-16
Members of the Northeastern Connecticut Council of Governments expressed a bit of concern Friday that federal recognition of Indian tribes in the region could hurt life in the Quiet Corner.
Although there is no official action or plans, state lawmakers and Windham County officials continue to worry that the federal Bureau of Indian Affairs will recognize the Nipmuc tribe as soon as May 1.
Many local officials said a third casino in eastern Connecticut would have a significant impact on traffic, industry and criminal activity and would disrupt town operations.
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