Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
November 22, 2023Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I would like to recognize the staff and volunteers at St. Vincent DePaul Mission Food Pantry for distributing about 160 turkeys with all the fixings along with groceries to those in need.
First Flight from New Haven to Puerto Rico
November 20, 2023The Puerto Rican community and travelers alike are celebrating the newest, direct flight from Connecticut to Puerto Rico.
Baldwin Street Sidewalk Improvements & Social Equity Community Reinvestment
November 16, 2023Waterbury is receiving thousands of dollars in state funds to give the sidewalks a facelift on a section of Baldwin Street. Dozens of community organizations received funding as part of a community reinvestment pilot program.
Inclusive Hispanic Language Discussion & Environmental Justice Conversation
November 6, 2023I joined a panel of experts to discuss using inclusive language in Latino and Hispanic communities. I also spoke about the need for more Environmental Justice regulations to help communities like Waterbury.
More Downtown Development & Opportunity To Win $20K For Your Child's Education
November 2, 2023The new Office of Community Development & Strategy opened to the public in downtown Waterbury. K-12 students can win up to $20,000 for their future education through a contest.
Home Heating Help, Breast Cancer Awareness, and Women in Manufacturing
October 30, 2023Now is the time to apply for home heating assistance as the weather gets colder. And, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are resources to help those in need.
Major Boost For High School Students
October 27, 2023Waterbury Public Schools received $90,000 to expand dual credit offerings, which will enable more high school students to earn college credits prior to graduation.
New Business Opens & Drug Take Back Day
October 25, 2023We continue to see signs of progress and revitalization in downtown Waterbury with the opening of the latest new business. And, this weekend, you have an opportunity to get rid of unneeded prescription drugs safely and anonymously.