Free Dental Clinic
March 23, 2017The CT Foundation for Dental Outreach is holding a free dental clinic in New Haven
Scholarship Deadline Approaching
March 10, 2017Here's a great opportunity to help pay for your college education. Two Hispanic high school students from Connecticut could get a one-time $3,000 scholarship. The deadline to apply is March 24th.
Unity Rally
December 13, 2016Today I held a Unity Rally at City Hall to advocate for New Haven to become an official sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants.
Candelaria Recognized As Children’s Champion
September 16, 2016Rep. Candelaria was recognized as a 2016 Children's Champion by the members of the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance for his leadership on issues related to Connecticut's young children and his focus on critical early childhood education.
Candelaria Denounces Electricity Rate Hike Proposal
September 1, 2016I am disappointed the United Illuminating Co. is considering a rate hike that will affect customers in the New Haven and Bridgeport areas. A public hearing will be held in New Haven on September 12 at 6:30 pm at the Kennedy Mitchell Hall of Records, Hearing Room G2, 200 Orange Street.
Arte Inc. 2016 Scholarship Awards
August 22, 2016Arte Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to develop and promote Latino art, culture and education. I urge anyone interested to apply-the deadline is Friday, August 26.
Internet Essentials Program
August 22, 2016I would like to share information on the Comcast Internet Essentials Program that eligible families may participate in - Internet Essentials brings affordable home Internet service to qualified households.
Peruvian Flag Raising At The Capitol
July 29, 2016Rep. Juan Candelaria joined with Rep. Edwin Vargas at a gathering of officials, colleagues, and guests in front of the State Capitol Building to recognize and celebrate the 195th Anniversary of Peruvian Independence on July 28, 2016. He saluted the many achievements and contributions Peruvian citizens have made to Connecticut.