Connecticut to loosen COVID restrictions
March 5, 2021Governor Lamont has announced a phased rollback of some COVID-19 restrictions.
DMV Adds New Online Service Features
March 3, 2021In an effort to create more convenience and accessibility for Connecticut residents, the state Department of Motor Vehicles has introduced several new features on its website.
Vaccine Update: Age-Based Eligibility & Teachers
February 23, 2021Vaccine eligibility will expand to the 55-64 age group beginning on March 1 and dedicated clinics for educators and childcare providers will also begin in March.
DMV Offering Online Driver's License Renewal
February 4, 2021The State announced that in the coming weeks, you will be able to renew your driver’s license, obtain your driving history, or change your address all online and from the comfort of your home.
Black and Latino Course Studies
February 3, 2021I am pleased to share that Connecticut is moving forward with a more comprehensive curriculum that includes African American/Black and Puerto Rican/Latino Course Studies and their contributions to the rich history of the United States.
Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds
February 1, 2021I am pleased to report that New Haven will receive $37,716,245 in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER II) as part of the second CARES act that passed in December 2020. Follow this link for details.
Help For Food Insecure
January 25, 2021The Community Action Agency of New Haven (CAANH) is pleased to announce the launch of its new HOPE (Healthy Options Pathways to Essential Foods) Voucher program, for our most vulnerable clients who are food insecure. CAANH will provide clients who are at or below 125 % of the federal poverty level nutritious option that will help reduce obesity, hypertension, diabetes, depression, and other medical conditions associated with inferior food options.
Vaccine Phase 1B Rollout Update
January 21, 2021The State of Connecticut is expecting about 45,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses on a weekly basis from the federal government. We now know that the State will be taking a tiered approach in Phase 1B as we work to vaccinate the nearly 1.4 million people in the recently updated Phase 1B category.