Joseph P. Gresko

On Wednesday, the CT House of Representatives was called into a special session to address several pressing issues, including addressing the state's housing crisis, approving an emergency response fund to address federal funding cutbacks, safeguarding immigrants within the confines of a courthouse, children's behavioral health, and more. The House passed the bills on Wednesday, and the Senate took them up on Thursday. 

The Connecticut Foodshare's monthly distribution at Holy Name of Jesus Roman Catholic Church in Stratford took place on Monday, November 10. State Representatives Kaitlyn Shake and Joe Gresko joined the Stratford Health Department, Medical Reserve Corps, Stratford YMCA Volunteers, and additional resident volunteers to help Connecticut Foodshare provide food and resources to the Stratford community. 

All Connecticut SNAP recipients have access to their FULL November benefits on their EBT cards.

A variety of local after-school programs around Connecticut are receiving a boost with a new round of state grants.

Early voting for the 2025 municipal elections kicked off on October 20, allowing all registered voters to conveniently vote in person in their city or town prior to Election Day.

Saturday marks the second of the biannual DEA Drug Take Back Days of 2025. These events allow residents across the state and country to dispose of medications safely and anonymously. And you can participate right here in Stratford.

A new state online mapping tool helps residents and businesses to assess evolving property risks related to climate change such as flooding and wildfires.

Today, Route 113 in Lordship reopened, following several months of closure due to a large sinkhole developing. Thank you to everyone who worked to make this happen as soon as possible.