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Weekly Update - November 18

November 18, 2022

It's hard to believe but Thanksgiving is next week! In observance of the holiday state and local offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24.

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Weekly Update - November 11

November 11, 2022

I’d like to take a minute to send a sincere thank you to our communities’ veterans. We are forever grateful for your sacrifice and your service to the country.

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Weekly Update - November 4

November 4, 2022

Sign up for quality, affordable health insurance during Access Health CT's Open Enrollment Period now through January 15. During this period, individuals can renew their coverage, explore the various policy options for the first time or see if they can save money.

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Weekly Update - October 28

October 28, 2022

Tomorrow, October 29 is the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) 22nd National Take Back, a nationwide effort to reduce opioid overdose deaths by encouraging residents to turn in expired, unwanted, and unused prescription drugs. Studies have shown that most abused prescription drugs are obtained from friends and family – primarily from home medicine cabinets.

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Weekly Update - October 21

October 21, 2022

Tomorrow marks the conclusion of National Teen Driver Safety Week - an annual campaign to empower parents, guardians, and caregivers to discuss the importance of driving safely with their teen drivers.

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Weekly Update - October 14

October 14, 2022

Did you know that this week marked 100 years of "Fire Prevention Week"? Over the past week, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and local Fire Departments (including our own!) have been working to promote this year's campaign, "Fire won't wait. Plan your escape."

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Weekly Update - October 7

October 7, 2022

A reminder that state and local offices will be closed in observance of Indigenous People's Day on Monday, October 10, and reopen for regularly scheduled hours of operation on Tuesday, October 11.

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Weekly Update - September 30

September 30, 2022

The deadline to apply for Connecticut's Renters' Rebate Program is fast approaching. If you or some you know is elderly or disabled and currently renting housing, financial assistance may be available to help cover rent payments. With increasing housing costs, this program is an important part of our safety net. With this year's deadline falling on Saturday, October 1 and local and state offices closed on weekends, please plan to submit your application today, if you haven't already. Eligible renters may be able to get a rebate up to $900 for married couples and $700 for single persons.

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