Flu season, which runs from October to May, is in full swing so it is important to get vaccinated.

Like you, I’m very concerned about the gripping news regarding the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus and wanted to pass on the latest information from state resources.

When Rep. Napoli Jr. joined 89 House Democrats that signed a letter sent to Governor Lamont urging him and DRS Commissioner Jackson to reconsider the updated regulations, the administration was quick to respond and resolve the issue.

Great news! We were successful in pressuring the state Department of Revenue Services to rescind their overly broad policy regarding taxing meals.

Help spread the word. The deadline for applying to the Renters Rebate program is Oct 1.

State Representative Kara Rochelle will hold a legislative update on initiatives affecting seniors and host a special panel discussion on prescription drug costs Wednesday Oct. 9, from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Joseph Doyle Senior Center in Ansonia.

Rep. Kara Rochelle applauded the announcement of $1 million in state aid awarded to Derby’s Housing Authority for improvements to Cicia Manor, which provides housing to elderly and disabled residents.

It’s the time of year where children are heading back to school.