Let's Talk About It: Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum
August 25, 2023On my weekly public affairs show “Let’s Talk About It,” we previewed all the fun railroad day activities at the Connecticut Eastern Railroad Museum coming up over Labor Day weekend.
Back To School Financial Support Ahead of New Academic Year
August 21, 2023I am pleased to announce the Connecticut Department of Social Services will deliver a one-time, back-to-school cash benefit to 7,500 children across the state. Eligible children will receive $55 just in time for Sales Tax Free Week!
Let's Talk About It: Proposed Insurance Rate Hikes
August 18, 2023On my weekly public affairs show, “Let’s Talk About It,” I spoke with Liz Dupont-Diehl, Associate Director at Connecticut Citizen Action Group (CCAG), about its movement to stop proposed insurance rate hikes.
Resources for Upcoming School Year and Grants for Children In Need
August 14, 2023I want to share news and events that will ease the transition for the upcoming school year, tell you about mental health support coming to our students, and break down how to apply for grants for children in need.
Let's Talk About It: CLiCK's Composting Expansion Plans
August 11, 2023On my weekly public affairs show, “Let’s Talk About It,” we spoke with Chelsea Cherrier from the Commercially Licensed Cooperative Kitchen to discuss its mission of sustainability by composting.
Additional SNAP Benefits for Children
August 8, 2023$8.8 million in special food assistance benefits are scheduled to be distributed Sunday, August 13, 2023, to the families of 57,313 children under age 6 who are enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Let's Talk About It: Renovations Coming to Historic Town Hall
August 4, 2023Windham Mayor Tom Devivo joined us on “Let’s Talk About It” to discuss the plan to upgrade our historic town hall. The Willimantic Town Council unanimously approved a $3 million spending project to renovate the third floor of town hall.
Connecticut: A Leader on Paid Family & Medical Leave
August 4, 2023Connecticut is one of 13 states to pass paid family and medical leave legislation. We should be proud of this program, which is held up as a national model for other states to emulate.