Joseph P. Gresko

Connecticut's annual Sales Tax-Free Week begins on Sunday, August 17, and runs through Saturday, August 23. It provides a chance to save money, whether it is taking the kids back-to-school shopping or treating yourself or your loved ones.

Governor Lamont will activate the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol, effective at noon on Monday, August 11, through at least 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 14.

As part of National Farmers Market Week, we encourage you to visit your local farmers' market to pick up and enjoy locally grown food.

I'm pleased to share with you that the allocation of a $6 million low-interest loan for Success Village Apartments was approved by the State Bond Commission and Governor Lamont today in Hartford.

The Connecticut Department of Transportation has announced that a Wrong-Way Detection System will be installed on I-95 northbound in Stratford at Exit 32, starting on Monday, August 4. Work will be completed by Friday, August 8.

For the third time this summer, Governor Lamont has activated the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol in Connecticut. The protocol is in effect until at least 8 p.m. on Wednesday.

A recent allocation of state funding will go toward preserving open space and creating local community green areas throughout Connecticut.

Equipment is moving in as we get closer to getting this sinkhole fixed.