Patricia Dillon

As the budget passed by the GOP in Congress takes effect, the news will be grim. I’ll report to you on our efforts to care for one another. At the same time our community is moving forward on improving our quality of life, and I’ll report that too.

Westville Weekend kicks off tonight! This is a great event for the whole family.

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.