Patricia Dillon

Municipal elections are happening across Connecticut this year.

There are three ways to cast your ballot here in Connecticut.

Now that fall has arrived Connecticut is about to glow with autumn color! Here’s what to expect and how to make the most of it:

Many of you have reached out to ask about the potential impact of the government shutdown on Connecticut residents. On Wednesday, Governor Lamont announced that community assistance programs, such as winter heating relief and Medicaid, will continue to be operational for the time being.

With fall comes cooler weather, changing leaves, and a number of new laws hitting the books. Several measures passed during the 2025 legislative session will take effect on Wednesday, October 1. Below is a brief overview of some of these important changes!

Shanah Tovah!

I have been participating in a working group on student loans over the last few months. Here is a link for an article about Connecticut student loans from the CT Mirror that breaks it down for you.

Connecticut’s Town Aid Road (TAR) grant program is growing, with state support rising from $60 million under the previous state budget to $80 million in the current budget. This funding boost represents a 33% year-over-year increase that will directly support the cities and towns with the costs of local road paving, maintenance, and safety operations.

Today, we remember the 2,996 lives lost on September 11, 2001, the thousands who have died since due to exposure to toxic chemicals, and the countless lives that were forever changed. May we never forget the people whose lives were stolen from us through this act of terror, and all of the first responders, construction crews, service members, and everyday citizens who saved lives and helped our country rebuild.