On April 1, Eugene O'Neill Theater Center launched a new website for Gene's General Store. Patrons can show their O'Neill and National Theater Institute spirit with any of their signature sweatshirts, water bottles, stickers, totes, and much more.
Theater members receive 20% off orders. Purchases benefit the Center's work of supporting new works and new artists.
Visit the shop at www.genesgeneralstore.org/.
Harbor Village Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, located at 78 Viets Street in New London, is ready to support patients and the local community. Should you have a client in the community that is having any difficulties or feel that they are unable to remain at home, Harbor Village currently has availability.
With the new Medicare Qualifying Hospital Stay Wavier, patients may admit directly from home, and access their Medicare Benefit.
The Direct Admit from Home Process is quick and painless, with The Connecticut Port Authority (the Authority), the Office of Policy and Management (OPM) and New England Central Railroad, Inc. (NECR), a subsidiary of Connecticut-based Genesee & Wyoming Inc., today announced that they have reached an agreement on property utilization in the vicinity of the Authority’s port facility in New London (the Port) that maximizes future growth opportunities.
Following lengthy negotiation, an outcome was reached that provides maximum benefits to the State of Connecticut, the - Stay Home, Stay Safe, Stay Strong -
Whaling City Mazda's Service, Parts and Body Shop are all still open and considered essential businesses for our community.
Our Showrooms are however closed until April 22, but vehicles sales can still be conducted Remotely or Curbside, whichever works best to help keep one feeling safe.
We do have New Hours of Operation Until April 22 and are as follows -
Sales (860) 443-2489 - 9am-5pm Mon-Sat
Service (860)-701-3242 - 7am-5pm Mon-Fri
Parts (860)-333-6526 – Energy Source and its utility partners are working together to make sure your businesses are taken care of during this challenging time.We would like to help you reduce your overhead costs and get back on your feet by offering any and all incentives from Eversource to provide you with a cost saving, energy efficient project. These projects include upgrades to LED lighting and fixtures, lighting controls/sensors, upgrades on mechanics and more. We are currently scheduling free assessments for May. Please
In this time of quarantine, Shelter-in-Place and self-isolation, a little levity is important. Over recent weeks, engaging videos from zoos and aquariums have gone viral,like our very own “The Stare Down” featuring Clara the California sea lion and Rex the black Argentinian Tegu. And while these videos provide a much-needed diversion, they also provide an opportunity for accredited zoos and aquariums to highlight something of great significance: animal enrichment.
With vacant galleries and empty
Check IRS.gov for the latest information: No action needed by most people at this time
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the next three weeks and will be distributed automatically, with no action required for most people. However, some seniors and others who typically do not file returns will need to submit a simple tax return to receive the stimulus payment.Who is eligible for the economic impact
Since staying in touch virtually with friends, family and colleagues has never been more important, we’re giving more relief to our AT&T wireless customers during this time of crisis.
Our newest benefits include more mobile hotspot data, accessory discounts, flexible return policy, curb-side pick-up, door step delivery and free express shipping.
Offers include:More mobile hotspot data – We are automatically increasing mobile hotspot data by 15GB a month for each line on an unlimited plan that
Connecticut's Department of Revenue Services March 30 granted small businesses an automatic extension of filing and payment deadlines for state sales and room and occupancy taxes.
The move follows an executive order signed the same day by Gov. Ned Lamont and extends deadlines for March and April monthly and quarterly payments to May 31, 2020.
"The state needs to be taking all steps possible to provide relief to our small businesses during this public health emergency," Lamont said in a
Services include free internet for residential customers for 60 days
Atlantic Broadband, the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, is working to ensure that its customers and the public have access to the internet during the COVID-19 outbreak. New services include the following:
• Atlantic Broadband Internet Assist: Atlantic Broadband has introduced “Atlantic Broadband Internet Assist” for a limited time for residents in need in its service areas who do not presently have internet with Atlantic Energy company focuses on safeguarding health while delivering essential energy services
As Eversource operates under its COVID-19 pandemic plan to safeguard the health and well-being of its employees and the communities it serves, the energy company continues to prepare for emergencies and perform essential work to ensure reliability for its four million customers across Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Recognizing the importance of this work, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security included
Three Rivers Community College has donated all of its personal protective equipment supplies to Backus Hospital (Hartford Health Care) and L+M Hospital (Yale New Haven Health) to help with the critical shortage of supplies during the Coronavirus outbreak.
Upon receiving the full support of Three Rivers President Mary Ellen Jukoski, supplies were gathered from both the Nursing program and the Science labs.
Nursing Laboratory Coordinator Denise Cortegiano and Assistant Professor of Nursing Cindy Mystified Escape Rooms has a special offer. Buy one, Give one! Purchase a gift certificate for a future visit and Mystified will donate a ticket to a healthcare facility staff. Purchase online at mystifiedct.com.
Last Friday, the President signed the historic economic recovery bill to inject capital to help small businesses affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Two SBA emergency capital programs are available today and more will be coming soon:Low interest, long term Economic Injury Disaster Loans for up to $2 million: The first payment is deferred for 12 months. The application has been simplified and can be completed 100% online through our improved web portal at https://www.sba.gov/disaster.Economic Injury
GROTON, Conn. – Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) will temporarily suspend the authorized access of local restaurant delivery and local food delivery services onto the installation beginning at Noon, Friday, March 27, until further notice.
The new action is being implemented as a force health protection measure to mitigate spread of COVID-19 and illness to Sailors living on the base and the base workforce.
Sailors and workers on SUBASE may still enjoy food take-out options on the base from the
ConnectiCare, one of the region’s leading health plans, announced that members can temporarily use telehealth for covered medical and mental health services at no cost.
“We know our members are concerned about protecting themselves and their families from the COVID-19 virus while also facing other health challenges. To make it easier for our members to get the care they need, ConnectiCare is eliminating the financial burden associated with office visits by covering telehealth appointments for any During Mystic Aquarium’s temporary closure amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the animal care team is working in unconventional ways to support the animals in their care, including special "enrichment" opportunities for Rex the Tegu, Cork the harbor seal, and other species. In keeping with that trend, the Aquarium will break from the norm and invite the community to help them name the newest addition to the African penguin colony; a chick born on February 3. Visitors to Mystic Aquarium’s Penguin Pavilion see the
To help reinforce the importance of people keeping a healthy distance from each other to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Dime Bank has introduced a new logo that the bank plans to use temporarily in certain aspects of their marketing and communications.
The new logo follows similar moves by national brands such as McDonalds and Nike to help spread awareness for “social distancing.” Rather than the customary one dime found in the bank’s traditional logo, this version features six dimes New London City Officials, School District, Community Foundation Pull Together to Preserve Health and Safety of Residents The City of New London is taking a collaborative and unified approach in coordination with community partners and regional health officials to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and preserve the health and safety of residents and public employees as the pandemic runs its course. The City’s response plan has featured an unprecedented collaborative and coordinated effort,
Chelsea Groton Bank's strength, stability, and advanced technology, as well as forward-thinking planning have allowed the Bank to maintain all operations even as many team members work remotely. All drive-ups are open regular hours, and branch lobbies are accessed by appointment for services that can't be accomplished at the drive-ups after answering a series of questions to screen for exposure to COVID19. The Bank's call center is fully functional, and has also established a hotline (860-448-4195) for Whaling City - IN RESPONSE TO "Stay Safe, Stay Home Policy" by Governor Lamont
Whaling City’s Service, Parts and Body Shop Departments have been deemed Essential Businesses and WILL REMAIN OPEN with New Department Hours. Whaling City’s Sales Departments for Used, Ford, Lincoln and Mazda will remain open for Remote Sales only, as part of our “Door-to-Door” Service. We will be offering Door-to-Door Sales and Service to help keep you and our staff safe.
Sales (860) 443-2489 - 9am-5pm Mon-Sat
Service As customers are working and operating in markedly different patterns than typical, Verizon is adding 15GB of data across nearly all of its consumer and small/medium business customers.
Those Small business with 50 lines or fewer will have the extra 15GB of data automatically added now through April 30, and customers do not need to take action to receive.
Specifics of plans:
Unlimited Plans - +15GB of 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot DataMetered Plans - +15GB of 4G LTE Shared DataJetpack Plans - +15 GB of 4G LTE
Gannett launches site to help local small businesses hit by coronavirusBy Brett Molina, USA TODAYClick here for complete article featured by The Bulletin
Gannett, the owner of USA TODAY and more than 260 daily local media properties, is launching a nationwide effort to help communities support local small businesses struggling during the coronavirus crisis.
The media company announced Monday a new website, supportlocal.usatoday.com, that will allow users to select local businesses in their community to
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date is automatically extended from April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020.
Taxpayers can also defer federal income tax payments due on April 15, 2020, to July 15, 2020, without penalties and interest, regardless of the amount owed. This deferment applies to all taxpayers, including individuals, trusts and estates, corporations and other non-corporate tax filers as well as those who pay self-employment TVCCA remains open to provide the critical human services needed by our community, especially during difficult times like these.
In consideration of both our staff and clients’ health and well-being due to COVID-19, the decision was made to close our office buildings to the public in Norwich and New London effective March 17, 2020. The office staff are working and providing services through various means of technology. Many of the programs, like heating assistance, have received guidance from our funders
Whaling City Ford Lincoln Mazda
Nothing is more important to us than the health and safety of our customers and employees is our top priority. Please take the time to read the information below or FOLLOW THIS LINK to our site to see the Video from the General Manager, Ford or to Chat with us about our Door-to-Door Services. We’re keeping a close eye on the rapid developments concerning COVID-19. We’re committed to supporting the community during this time of uncertainty. We are taking the necessary Like everyone, at FASTSIGNS we are closely monitoring the ever changing environment that we have found ourselves in with the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We want to make sure that we are keeping our customers and employees safe by minimizing contact while maximizing your experience with us.
We understand that businesses are working to navigate through these uncertain times and we are here to help. Here are some tips to help you communicate changes to your business and also make your employees feel safe and
Mystic, Conn. (March 20, 2020): Whileanimal welfare and human health remain the top priorities for Mystic Aquarium, the iconic Connecticut attraction is keenly focused on developing fun, educational opportunities to engage families. Online resources are not only providing much-needed educational content for children learning from home but are connecting team members at Mystic to their community in new and exciting ways.
A wide range of multimedia resources are currently available through
Chelsea Groton Bank takes the safety and well-being of our customer, community and team members very seriously. As we continue to monitor the events surrounding the new Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are taking the necessary precautions to keep all of our members safe.
HERE'S WHAT WE'RE DOING: All of our facilities have undergone a thorough cleaning and will continue to receive daily cleaning to prevent the spread of viruses.We've shared guidance with our team members outlining how to protect themselves,
As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2020:
Data updates on testing in Connecticut
Since yesterday’s update, an additional 28 Connecticut residents have tested positive, bringing the total number of positive cases reported in Connecticut (including presumptive positive) – from both the State Laboratory and private laboratories – to Tracy Rosiene, LMT, is offering free distance healing sessions during March and April 2020. If you wish to participate, please email Tracy at: tracylyndesigns@comcast.net for more information. During this difficult time, she is also offering a special; when you purchase an hour massage gift card online at SNHC.com, you will get a free half hour session to be used at your convenience. She welcomes her clients and clients to be to come for sessions once the State of CT approves that massage therapy is safe SBA Updates Criteria on States for Requesting Disaster Assistance Loans for Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19) As part of the Trump Administration’s aggressive, whole-of-government efforts to combat the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19) and minimize economic disruption to the nation’s 30 million small businesses, U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza issued revised criteria for states or territories seeking an economic injury declaration related to Coronavirus Chairman and CEO Albert Bourla Calls on Biopharma Industry to Collaborate on Combatting the Global Pandemic
Pfizer issued a five-point plan calling on the biopharmaceutical industry to join the company in committing to unprecedented collaboration to combat COVID-19. Dr. Albert Bourla, Chairman and CEO, made the following statement: “In this troubling time, Pfizer is committed to doing all we can to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many companies, including Pfizer, are working to develop antiviral The Chelsea Groton Foundation will be accepting applications for the spring grant cycle through the Foundation’s online application portal until Friday, April 17, 2020. Local and regional charitable organizations in the areas of Animal Welfare, Arts and Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment, Health and Human Services, Housing, and Youth Activities, should visit www.chelseagroton.com/CGFoundation to access the online application portal and more details on specific requirements.
The As the new coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, many employees are wondering whether there is coverage under their medical plan and whether they can take a leave of absence. The following provides some high-level information intended to address these inquiries. This information is up to date as of March 9, 2020, is general in nature, and subject to change.
Health Coverage
According to the CDC, individuals who feel sick with fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, and have been in close contact with On the heels of offering new, low-income Internet Essentials customers two months of free internet and raising the speed of that program’s service to 25/3 Mbps, Comcast today announced additional steps to help ensure people stay connected to the Internet as more schools suspend classes and companies encourage employees to work from home due to the Coronavirus.“During this extraordinary time, it is vital that as many Americans as possible stay connected to the internet – for education, work, and personal
The health of our community is our primary concern. As part of the effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, we have made the difficult decision to close the Florence Griswold Museum to the public beginning Saturday, March 14 and through at least March 31, and to cancel all programs during this time.
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the Museum soon (and often!), but until then, we encourage you to visit the Museum’s Artists’ Trail, a half-mile walk around the Museum’s river-front landscape Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Connecticut small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced yesterday. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, Double-digit enrollment growth results, increased broker engagement, and big jump in stand-alone dental coverage
2019 group health insurance grew in excess of 20 percent year over year89 percent of group health insurance plans selected with the help of broker engagement; 10 percent were from new broker relationshipsThe membership for Stand-Alone Dental Plans doubled year over year
Access Health CT (AHCT) Small Business reports a 2019 growth rate in excess of 20 percent. Broker engagements within the As of this update, the ECSO will cancel its upcoming events through April 30, or until Governor Lamont’s Executive Order is updated or replaced. These are currently as follows:
• Saturday, March 14th Instrumental Competition; to be rescheduled in the summer or early fall.
• Saturday, March 28th “Spring Strings” concert at the Garde Arts Center; tentatively postponed to Saturday, May 23rd. Details to follow.
• Saturday, April 4th Gala at the Mystic Marriott; to be rescheduled. Details to follow.
• Due to continued concern regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), Lawrence + Memorial Hospital is immediately restricting all visitors.
“We are implementing a visitor restriction policy in order to ensure the safety of our patients, their families, our employees and our physician colleagues,” said Patrick Green, president and CEO of L+M Hospital. “We trust that the public will understand the importance of reducing the spread of the virus in any way we can. Our goal is to keep the community safe while Due to continued concern regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), Westerly Hospital is immediately restricting all visitors.
“We are implementing a visitor restriction policy in order to ensure the safety of our patients, their families, our employees and our physician colleagues,” said Patrick Green, president and CEO of Westerly Hospital. “We trust that the public will understand the importance of reducing the spread of the virus in any way we can. Our goal is to keep the community safe while continuing to Three Rivers Community College is excited to share that Terri Ashton, Professor of Nursing, has received the Nurse’s Touch Award, presented by ATI Nursing Education. This prestigious, nationally recognized honor is presented to nurse educators who excel at teaching technical knowledge and skills to their students.
Nurse’s Touch Award honorees are nominated by peers and managers each fall, and a rigorous review and scoring process whittles to one representative from each of the four regions of the United In efforts to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts will be cancelling seven upcoming performances. “The health and safety of our patrons is our utmost priority as the risk of contracting this virus grows daily,” said Rodney Rock, Director of Jorgensen. “While we regret the need to cancel these events, the decision was an informed one.” UConn has been working closely with the state Department of Public Health, the state Department of Emergency Management and
Mystic Seaport Museum announced today it is temporarily closing to the public beginning tomorrow, March 13, to support the State of Connecticut’s efforts to stem the outbreak of COVID-19. All programs, classes, and events during that period are also cancelled. The Museum anticipates reopening March 30, subject to further evaluation of the situation.
Steve White, president of the Museum, stated: “Out of an abundance of caution we are taking this preemptive move to close to the public to protect the
WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza issued the following statement today in response to the President’s address to the nation:“The President took bold, decisive action to make our 30 million small businesses more resilient to Coronavirus-related economic disruptions. Small businesses are vital economic engines in every community and state, and they have helped make our economy the strongest in the world. Our Agency will work directly with state Governors to provide targeted, low-interest At ConnectiCare when we see our members, we see ourselves. It’s important to us that our communities are healthy and vibrant. One way we do that is by participating in the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program.*
ConnectiCare is contributing to 36 non-profit and municipal organizations throughout the state. These organizations offer a variety of services, including after-school activities, arts and media, education, community services, emergency shelter, new housing, and Gales Ferry, Conn (March 1, 2020) -- United Way of Southeastern Connecticut has announced a round of capacity building grants to increase effectiveness of Member Agencies of the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Bank, which is operated by United Way. The series of grants was made possible through a two-year grant from Wells Fargo to address food insecurity across the country.This funding opportunity for Member Agencies supports local Emergency Food System programs and investing in their effectiveness and
Credit Union Donation Assists With Important Improvements To Children’s Department
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has provided a significant donation to the Raymond Library in Oakdale to assist with improvements to the library’s Children’s Department that will include new waterproof vinyl floor covering.Charter Oak provided $7,000 in funding to the library to allow for the new floor covering in the Children’s Department, which has suffered from frequent water problems that damaged the existing carpet.
Gerson DaSilva recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer. Gerson, who is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, will work to develop commercial loan and commercial mortgage relationships with centers of influence across the Bank’s market areas.
“With over a decade of banking experience, Gerson is skilled at finding creative, unique ways to help clients reach their financial goals,” said Carolyn Welch, Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Manager at When Josie’s blood work hinted at a liver condition, staff veterinarians at the Connecticut Humane Society knew an ultrasound was next. Normally, the Chihuahua mix would travel to an off-site veterinary office that had the machine.
But now, Josie can have her ultrasound scan performed at CHS. SOUND Imaging has donated an ultrasound machine to CHS that can be used for pets preparing for adoption, and for owned pets who are patients at CHS’ reduced-fee Fox Memorial Clinic.
“This is an amazingly generous
The law firm of Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C. (TCORS) of New London is pleased to announce that the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell® has recognized Tobin, Carberry, O’Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C., and five of the firm’s partners as AV® Rated for 2020. AV is the highest such rating given by the Martindale-Hubble® Peer Review Rating™ system. The firm’s partners with an AV Preeminent® rating include Robert Tobin, Glenn Carberry, Jerry O’Malley, Thomas Riley and Joseph Selinger. Law
CT Office of the Arts - Arts Workforce Initiative (Now Accepting Applications!)
The Arts Workforce Initiative (AWI) is a paid apprenticeship program that gives Connecticut college students, emerging creatives and military veterans an opportunity to gain high-level professional work experience with not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations throughout the state.
This program is specifically designed for applicants from diverse and traditionally underrepresented backgrounds.
A host organization must
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces a $1 million dollar commitment from the Miranda Family Fund to provide scholarships for National Theater Institute (NTI) students. With a singular schedule and an unmatched breadth of training, NTI’s six semester-long programs offer students a springboard to the professional world. The Miranda Family Fund supports scholarships to further the inclusion of artists of color across all disciplines of theater.
This 10-year commitment will ensure that NTI is able Out of more than 400 contractors who participated in the in the program, Jonathan Duncklee, President of Duncklee Cooling & Heating Inc. received a Top Performer award from Connecticut Green Bank in February 2020 in Rocky Hill, CT at their Headquarters.
Duncklee and the CT Green Bank teamed up with Core Plus Credit Union and Capital for Change to offer consumers super-efficient heating and cooling systems with extremely low interest financing.
Top Performers helped over 300 Connecticut families make home
Regan Communications Announces New Digital Marketing Division to Provide Cutting Edge Marketing Services for Connecticut Clients
Quinn & Hary Marketing, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Regan Communications Group, the largest privately-held public relations firm in New England, is pleased to announce the launch of Regan Digital Studio.
The agency’s new division provides digital marketing services for clients of the Quinn & Hary agency at 48 State Street in New London and other Regan Communications East Lyme, CT (February 25, 2020) – Comcast today announced it is expanding its network to the Town of East Lyme, giving residents and businesses a new choice for TV, internet, voice, home security/automation and mobile services.
Comcast’s buildout in East Lyme, including the villages of Niantic and Flanders, will benefit the community’s residents and businesses. Located within New London County, East Lyme is a coastal community located on Long Island Sound with a seaside village center along Route 156, McDonald's, 19 Chesterfield Road, East Lyme
The East Lyme McDonald's opened their doors on a renovated dining area. The space has a whole new look and feel. McDonald's team invites everyone to come in and enjoy the space! Access Health CT Small Business was established to help small business owners in Connecticut with 50 or fewer employees provide affordable healthcare coverage to their employees. Providing our customers with two carriers that currently participate on the exchange—Anthem and ConnectiCare—we offer multiple plan options to employers, recognizing that one plan does not meet everyone’s needs. We provide for-profit small business employers with tax credits of up to 50% based on eligibility, and not-for-profits Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has named Kevin Sullivan Jr. as its new Assistant Vice President-Business Lender to accommodate the credit union’s continuing growth in its business lending operations.
Sullivan has nearly two decades of financial services experience in Connecticut, including serving the needs of the state’s health care industry and the small-business community. His background also includes expertise in business development, financial analysis, and training and customer service.
“We’re New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) opened registration for its 2020 Summer Camp. NESS summer programs run Monday through Friday for 10 weeks (June 22 - August 28). The half-day and full-day programs are open to students from ages 4-17 and located in Stonington, CT.NESS, a nationally-recognized and award-winning ocean adventure STEM education nonprofit, provides students of all ages with year-round programming that includes marine science, sailing, powerboating, and adventure sports. NESS's The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has awarded a $3,000 grant to the Jonnycake Center of Westerly for emergency food assistance. These critical funds will be utilized in a four-pronged approach to assist neighbors in need:
The Jonnycake Center of Westerly’s Monthly Food Assistance Program provides a week’s worth of food to local residents every thirty days, complementing other government programs such as SNAP. Nearly 3,000 residents of Westerly, Charlestown, Hopkinton, and Richmond, Rhode Island In late 2016, the City of Norwich was awarded a $384,000 Brownfields assessment grant ($185,000 for petroleum sites and $199,000 for hazard substance sites) from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The funding allows the City, utilizing its consultant Tighe & Bond, to perform Phase I through Phase III environmental assessments and remediation planning on an undetermined number of commercial and non-residential sites through-out the City. Recently, the City was notified by EPA that the grant Chelsea Groton Bank’s Internship Program is designed to provide valuable work experience for undergraduate students considering careers in accounting, marketing, human resources, learning and development, finance, banking, and more. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online at chelseagroton.com by Friday, March 13, 2020.
“Through our internship program, we’re focused on attracting and developing our future generation of financial service stewards and providing professional development Academy’s partnership with Eversource and Ameresco delivers $39 million in capital improvements, significant cost savings, and resiliency benefits
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) and partners Eversource and Ameresco recently celebrated the completion of a holistic energy management project that brought $39 million in capital improvements to the United States Coast Guard Academy. Local, state and federal officials last week toured several academy buildings to see the improvements implemented over the PHOTO: Felicia LaPlante, Assistant Finance Officer, Deputy Treasurer, of the Town of Ellington accepts the donation from Artie McCormack, Senior Account Manager at ConnectiCare.
On February 10, ConnectiCare presented a $9,714.28 donation to the Town of Ellington in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support renovations to Hall Memorial Library.
The Connecticut NAA program provides tax credits to local businesses who support PHOTO: The volunteer kitchen staff at St. Vincent de Paul Place, accepts the donation from Lauren La Chance, Public Relations Assistant at ConnectiCare.
On January 30, ConnectiCare presented a $4, 234.43 donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Place in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support energy efficient upgrades to their facility. The donation offers organizations the opportunity to continue the great work they do in our With a surge of tax returns expected the two weeks following the Feb. 17 Presidents Day holiday, the Internal Revenue Service is offering taxpayers several tips and various time-saving resources to get them the help they need quickly and easily.
To help avoid this period of high telephone demand, the IRS encourages taxpayers and tax preparers to use online resources available at IRS.gov. And when it comes time to file, taxpayers are encouraged to file electronically and choose direct deposit for faster For the second year in a row, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital (L+M) is partnering with the Hartford Marathon Foundation to present a signature running and walking event to the community on May 2, 2020, with the return of Spring Stride.
The event, held on a Saturday, will include a 10K road race, a 5K fun run (and walk) and a children’s run, all starting and finishing at the hospital at 365 Montauk Avenue.
The annual event that returned last year after a seven-year hiatus is expected to draw hundreds of
With electric vehicles (EV) starting to come into their own (technology-wise) this is really the best time to purchase an electric vehicle. More than 330,000 electric vehicles were sold in the United States in 2019, compared to approximately 157,000 just three years earlier. Electric charging stations are beginning to pop up in more and more places and home chargers are reasonably affordable as well. Additionally, the range that an EV can travel on a single charge has increased over the years to the point This past December Groton Utilities and Bozrah Light and Power were able to “give back to the community” by use of the popular State of Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) Tax Credit Program. Through this program Groton Utilities and Bozrah Light and Power were able to make the following contributions to local non-profit organizations:
$145,714.24 to Sacred Heart School (Groton Utilities)$56,733.35 to Town of Groton (Bozrah Light and Power)$34,971.42 to Riverfront Children’s Center (Bozrah On February 10, ConnectiCare presented a $9,714.28 donation to the Town of Ellington in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support renovations to Hall Memorial Library.
The Connecticut NAA program provides tax credits to local businesses who support municipal and tax-exempt organizations. Through this program, ConnectiCare has donated to 36 non-profit organizations around the state.
We are proud to support organizations in the On January 30, ConnectiCare presented a $4,234.43 donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Place in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support energy efficient upgrades to their facility. The donation offers organizations the opportunity to continue the great work they do in our communities.
The Connecticut NAA program provides tax credits to local businesses who support municipal and tax-exempt organizations. Through this program, Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that it has earned the 2020-2021 Military Friendly® School designation. Each year, the prestigious list of Military Friendly® Schools is provided to service members, veterans and their families, helping them select the best college to receive the education and training needed to pursue a civilian career.
To earn the Military Friendly® School designation, Three Rivers met thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is now accepting scholarship applications for its annual $90,000 scholarship giveaway.
Applications can be completed electronically now through Monday, March 16th, and can be found online at CharterOak.org/content/scholarship. This opportunity is only available for new and existing credit union members; membership is free for students. Visit any branch location or call 860.446.8085 to inquire about membership. Products such as the Bright Futures Savings Accounts are Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is the Number 1 residential mortgage lender in eastern Connecticut for the 10th straight year, originating over 800 mortgages in New London and Windham counties combined during 2019 with a total value exceeding $101 million.
Since 2010, when Charter Oak first became the top residential lender in eastern Connecticut, the credit union has originated nearly 10,000 mortgages in both counties combined with a total value of more than $1.25 billion, based on annual data compiled Today, ConnectiCare, one of Connecticut’s leading health plans, announced the appointment of Brian Pagliaro as its Senior Vice President, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer. Mr. Pagliaro will lead ConnectiCare’s sales, account management, and marketing teams.
In this role, Mr. Pagliaro will be responsible for the company’s membership growth working with brokers across all commercial market segments. He will collaborate with business leaders, health systems, and others, so ConnectiCare can continue to Esteemed community leaders Rodney Butler, Chairman of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, and Rob Valenti, President/General Manager of the Valenti Family of Dealerships, will be among the hale and hardy to participate in Mystic Aquarium’s 7th Annual Seal Splash on Saturday, February 22, 2020. This arctic plunge benefits the organization’s Animal Rescue Program.
The duo will dive into the frigid waters of Long Island Sound at Eastern Point Beach in Groton alongside many other ardent supporters. In The Internal Revenue Service and its partners nationwide remind taxpayers about the Earned Income Tax Credit on Jan. 31, “EITC Awareness Day.” This is the 14th year of the EITC awareness campaign that alerts millions of workers to this significant tax credit.
"The EITC is a vital tax credit that helps millions of hard-working working families around the nation," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "It’s critical that people review the credit to see if they qualify. Increasing awareness about the EITC is FS-2020-01, January 2020
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a financial boost for families with low- or moderate- incomes. Millions of workers may qualify for the first time this year due to changes in their marital, parental or financial status. The EITC is a refundable tax credit. This means workers may get money back, even if they owe no tax. Last year, around 25 million taxpayers received about $61 billion in EITC.
The IRS urges workers who earned $55,952 or less in 2019 to see if they Liberty Bank’s tuition-free Academy for Small Business is a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating a business.Willimantic Academy for Small Business in partnership with Women's Business Development CouncilWhen: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m., from March 26-April 28, 2020Where: Windham Hospital, 112 Mansfield Ave., WillimanticLearn more: Contact Pam Days-Luketich at (860) 704-2489 or visit liberty-bank.com/ASBCurriculum Quincy, MA, January 10, 2020 – Atlantic Broadband, the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase Thames Valley Communications, a broadband services company operating in Southeastern Connecticut. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approvals and is expected to close within three months. Upon closing of the transaction, Atlantic Broadband will add approximately 10,000 customers to its operations in Connecticut.
This Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment (MGE) has named Nick Gilham Director of Social Media. He will oversee social strategy, marketing, content, monitoring and operations for all MGE properties. Dana Lambersky has been promoted to Director of Convention Services for Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, where she will play a new and vital role in the planning and organization of the growing calendar of meetings, incentives, conference and exhibitions at Mohegan Sun.
“Nick Gilham comes to MGE with a wealth of Brewing coffee in the office has its perks. Our Pour Over Coffee Brewers are portable, user friendly and splash proof. We also have Brewers that are plumbed, and no plumbing required options. We have a few different types of coffee services. At Lathrop Vending we have automatic, pour over models and single serve coffee, tea and hot cocoa too. We also carry a large variety of flavors to brew just the way you like it. What? You need cups, condiments, creamer and sugar? Don’t worry we have everything you need The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces that, after 16 years with the organization, CEO/Producer Preston Whiteway will depart in August 2020. Mr. Whiteway oversees six artistic directors and a dozen nationally-acclaimed programs. The O'Neill has been recognized with a second Tony Award and the National Medal of Arts under his leadership. He recently joined Tribeca Productions (The Irishman, When They See Us) as a Creative Development Consultant, and will continue in that role after departing the CERC Becomes AdvanceCT and David Campbell Joins as Lead on Business Recruitment
The Connecticut Economic Resource Center, Inc. (CERC), a nonprofit corporation that seeks to advance business formation, retention, recruitment, and growth in Connecticut, has rebranded as AdvanceCT.
The rebranding effort represents a strategic transition stemming from Governor Lamont’s vision for the organization to collaborate closely with the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, the state’s economic Family Activities Include Ice Sculptures, Working Dog Demonstrations, Toy Boat Building, Arts and Crafts, and Special Music Concerts in the Planetarium Mystic Seaport Museum will hold its annual Ice Festival, February 15-17. The event will be three days of winter activities in conjunction with the exhibition J.M.W. Turner: Watercolors from Tate, now on display in the Museum’s Collins Gallery.
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If you are The law firm of Tobin, Carberry, O'Malley, Riley & Selinger, P.C. (TCORS) of New London is pleased to announce that Partner Kristin Wainright of East Lyme has been named to serve as the firm’s managing partner.
Kristin, a Norwich native, joined the firm in 2010. Four years later she was named Partner. Kristin focuses her practice primarily in corporate and business law, public finance, banking, and real estate transactions.
Attorney Wainright succeeds Attorney Glenn Carberry, who managed the firm’s There is still time to take a course at Three Rivers Community College this spring. Three Rivers offers accelerated classes that are taught over a shorter period of time, 7 or 12 weeks, and begin February 12-24 and March 24-30.
Classes cover a variety of subjects and range from Elementary and Intermediate Algebra to Composition, Ethics, Principles of Environmental Science and more. It is a fast way to squeeze in more credits to put towards a degree or certificate. The full list of classes can be found Rich Balestracci, VP, Commercial Loan Officer, was recently selected as a New Leader in Banking by the Connecticut Bankers Association (CBA) and American Business Media. This honor is awarded to up-and-coming professionals from across Connecticut. The 13 recipients are considered to be outstanding employees who have made a notable impact in their bank and their community, beyond their job description.
“Rich values his relationships with business owners and community members. He is a hard worker and a With the start of the 2020 tax filing season near, the Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers to avoid unethical “ghost” tax return preparers.
According to the IRS, a ghost preparer does not sign a tax return they prepare. Unscrupulous ghost preparers will print the return and tell the taxpayer to sign and mail it to the IRS. For e-filed returns, the ghost will prepare but refuse to digitally sign as the paid preparer.
By law, anyone who is paid to prepare or assists in preparing federal tax Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of 20 employees following a Board of Trustees meeting.
“Chelsea Groton Bank has been successful for over 165 years because of the hard-working team of people we have here,” said Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank. “Each of the employees earning a promotion exhibits the traits and behaviours we value – innovative, collaborative, trustworthy, professional, knowledgeable, versatile and positive – and has shown a high level of The Arc Eastern Connecticut received $2,500 from Connecticut Water as part of Connecticut’s 2019 Neighborhood Assistant Act Tax credit program. The company’s participation helped The Arc ECT to begin upgrading aging and drafty windows at its Mechanic Street, Danielson building, which houses day supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. “Connecticut Water has been an an annual participant in the Neighborhood Assistance Act program,” said Judy Daviau, Deputy Quality Assurance The Internal Revenue Service has launched a new and improved Tax Withholding Estimator, designed to help workers target the refund they want by having the right amount of federal income tax taken out of their pay.
The Tax Withholding Estimator, now available on IRS.gov, incorporates the changes from the redesigned Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Certificate, that employees can fill out and give to their employers this year.
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SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP East Lyme, Connecticut – January 14, 2020 – Connecticut-based startup, Healthy PlanEat, has launched a Kickstarter campaign today to raise funds to create a smartphone app for people to order food from local farms, find recipes featuring in-season ingredients, and explore the benefits of choosing food grown by their local farmer.
Healthy PlanEat exists to re-energize the connection between communities and local farms so people can have a healthy and sustainable diet. Its founder, Rosemary Ostfeld, built a Attorney Robert A. Avena
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As we enter a new decade, Suisman Shapiro has strengthened its position as the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut by joining forces with Avena & Kepple, LLC. Attorneys Robert A. Avena and Nicholas F. Kepple will serve as Directors in the firm’s municipal law department, also practicing in the areas of real estate, estate planning, business organization, land use and administrative law. They will be resident in Suisman Shapiro’s new satellite
The Internal Revenue Service confirmed that the nation’s tax season will start for individual tax return filers on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2019 tax year returns.
The deadline to file 2019 tax returns and pay any tax owed is Wednesday, April 15, 2020. More than 150 million individual tax returns for the 2019 tax year are expected to be filed, with the vast majority of those coming before the traditional April tax deadline.
“As we enter the filing Waterford, CT – December 19, 2019 – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union awarded $618,600 in annual $100 cash bonuses to its Gold Rewards members during December 2019, which is the largest amount since the unique member-appreciation program began a decade ago.
“Gold Rewards marked its tenth anniversary this year and what better way to celebrate than with the largest payout in the program’s history,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “These hundred-dollar bonuses are Waterford, CT – December 26, 2019 – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Matching Gifts Program donated a combined $400,000 from the credit union and its members that will benefit more than 300 charitable organizations.
“We were overwhelmed, once again, by the generosity of our members who donated to hundreds of charitable organizations in eastern Connecticut and beyond,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Through our members continued generosity, countless
Renee Simao of Stonington, CT, has been named Customer Solutions Manager of Chelsea Groton Bank’s Norwichtown branch. Cindy Harris, Renee’s predecessor, recently retired after 37 years of serving the Bank’s customers and community.
“Renee comes to us with 12 years of banking experience. She is a strong leader and is passionate about helping members of the Bank, and her team members, achieve their goals,” shared Lori Dufficy, EVP, Director of Sales and Service at Chelsea Groton Bank. “We’re The Internal Revenue Service has launched a new online assistant designed to help employers, especially small businesses, easily determine the right amount of federal income tax to withhold from their workers’ pay.
Known as the Income Tax Withholding Assistant for Employers, this new spreadsheet-based tool is designed to help employers easily transition to the redesigned withholding system (no longer based on withholding allowances), which goes into effect on Jan. 1. It does this by helping them easily Registration is open for spring classes at Three Rivers Community College. Students should register now to ensure that they get the classes that they want and need before they fill up. Advising help is available, and registration runs now through Tuesday, January 21.
This spring, Three Rivers is offering over 560 classes including more than 75 that are fully online. With over 55 degree and credit programs available, there is something for everyone. The degree programs and classes cover a broad variety of
Mystic, Conn. (December 11, 2019): To the delight of its guests, Mystic Aquarium is decked out in all its holiday splendor. From the 20-foot Christmas tree and festive music that greet visitors, the snow-white beluga whales and the presentation of Polar Express, to its biggest, brightest holiday event -Northern Lights, Mystic Aquarium is in the holiday spirit.
Further embracing the true ‘reason for the season,’ Mystic Aquarium showed their gratitude to those who give back in our community with support As tax filing season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service cautions taxpayers not to rely on receiving their refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills. Some tax returns may require additional review and those refunds may take longer.
Many factors affect refund timingJust as each tax return is unique and individual, so is each taxpayer’s refund. Here are a few things taxpayers should keep in mind if they are waiting on their refund but hear or see on social media
Back in 2017 Groton Utilities worked with the State of Connecticut Department of Labor, specifically with Isaiah Curtis, to have a pre-apprenticeship electrician position recognized for a student through a partnership with Ella T. Grasso Vocational Technical High School.
We are happy to announce that the 2019 student selected for this position through an interview is Samarie Delgado.
A contingent from Groton Utilities and the City of Groton were present at Grasso Tech on Tuesday morning to sign
GROTON, Conn.– November 18, 2019 – Chelsea Groton Bank is recognizing the outstanding accomplishment of Rich Balestracci, VP, Commercial Loan Officer, who recently graduated from the American Bankers Association’s Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the University of Pennsylvania. The preeminent three-year program is in partnership with the world-renowned Wharton School. Graduates receive both a Stonier Diploma and a Wharton Leadership Certificate.
“Stonier has given me an unparalleled education The 12th annual Subaru Share the Love® Event will help deliver nutritious meals and compassion to Eastern Connecticut’s seniorsBozrah, CT (November 15, 2019) – Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) is proud to announce that it will be participating in the 2019 Subaru Share the Love Event as a member of Meals on Wheels America – one of four national Share the Love charitable partners supported through the campaign. From November 14, 2019, through January 2, 2020, Subaru of America will donate
New London, Conn. – November 13, 2019 – On November 12, 2019, leadership from global developers and manufacturers in the offshore wind industry toured State Pier in New London, Connecticut. A public-private partnership aims to significantly upgrade the Pier’s infrastructure, transforming the facility into a major hub for offshore wind in the Northeast. The Pier’s infrastructure upgrades have a $93 million total projected cost, with joint venture partners Ørsted and Eversource committed to paying more Sails Up 4 Cancer is proud to announce that it has been selected by Subaru America as part of this years Share the Love campaign in conjunction with Holmgren Subaru in Franklin, CT. Subaru has donated over $147 million toward charities across the country. From November 14, 2019 until January 2, 2020 Subaru will donate $250 to Sails Up 4 Cancer for each car sold or leased. Sails Up 4 Cancer, founded in 2011 is a 501(c)3 non profit corporation based in Mystic. Over the past eight years Sails Up has donated Developers of Connecticut’s first offshore wind farm, Eversource and Ørsted, today announced their economic development commitments and community contributions as part of their Constitution Wind project bid, which was submitted to the state in late September in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for offshore wind energy generation.
Constitution Wind’s economic development commitments will strategically invest in local port infrastructure for direct use by the offshore wind industry, renew the For 150 years, Dime Bank has made good on its founders’ promise to always give back to the community; tomorrow, the Bank will take this commitment to a new level with the donation of 150 turkeys to the 97.7 WCTY Drive to End Hunger, benefitting the Thames Valley Council for Community Action & the Gemma E. Moran United Way Labor Food Bank.
The drive, which is held annually at the Big Y at 224 Salem Turnpike, collects food to be donated to the Gemma E. Moran United Way Labor Food Bank, which distributes the Hard Rock Cafe® Serves Up Limited-Time, Multi-Course Menu Offerings and Breakfast with Santa for the Holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Hard Rock Cafe® Foxwoods is inviting guests to a rockin’ celebration with holiday-themed family events and two limited-time, pre-fixe menu options. Available from 12/2/2019 to 1/1/2020, Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods Festive Menu and Kiss Me Under the Mistletoe Menu will provide a great value for group holiday celebrations including parties of two or On Wednesday, November 6th Groton Utilities/Bozrah Light and Power presented Optimus Senior Living with a rebate check in the amount of $53,560 as part of Groton Utilities’ energy conservation program. Elmbrook Village in Bozrah, owned and run by Optimus Senior Living, is a senior living community that features independent living, assisted living and memory care support. Elmbrook recently completed a LED installation project, for which they applied and were granted the rebate from Groton Utilities/Bozrah Mystic Seaport Museum and the Connecticut Library Consortium (CLC) launched a new three-year partnership in recognition of the enduring importance of museums and libraries to our communities. On behalf of the Museum, the CLC is managing an annual lottery for five free Mystic Seaport Museum Library Memberships, underwritten by the Museum’s Susan Lewin Memorial Library Membership Program.
The five winning libraries – drawn at random from CLC’s membership roster of libraries in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and At Three Rivers, students can use their winter break to earn 3 to 4 credits in less than 3 weeks and fulfill a degree requirement or prerequisite. The Winter Session at Three Rivers Community College begins on Thursday, December 26 and runs through Thursday, January 16. Registration is now open and runs through Tuesday, December 24.
Most courses are offered completely online, enabling students to take classes from the comfort of home, while on vacation, or wherever they may be. Other classes are offered
This morning Groton Utilities and the Avalonia Land Conservancy celebrated the formalization of their partnership with a check presentation. Groton Utilities has agreed to donate $159,945 to the non-profit, tax exempt organization for the purpose of assisting in the purchase of land important to the region’s water quality.
Groton Utilities is happy to assist the Avalonia Land Conservancy in the purchase of land that will help protect the Groton Utilities watershed. The Avalonia Land Conservancy is Hosting a Holiday Party?? Come celebrate at the Oceanfront Branford House Mansion. A Unique beautiful setting located at UConn Avery Point. For info., please call 860 405-9072 or email Katherine.Pollard@Uconn.edu
50th Anniversary of Earth Day Marks Pivotal Year for the PlanetOn April 22, 1970, 20 million people took to the streets and college campuses across the country to protest environmental ignorance and demand greater protections for our planet. This first Earth Day sparked the passage of major environmental legislation in the U.S. including the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts, and the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency.
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Technology has allowed busy people to check errands like grocery shopping off their to-do list without ever leaving the house. However, one important task that still required a special trip was opening a new bank account. Now one of Connecticut’s top financial institutions is making that process simple, easy and online. In just 10 minutes individuals can be on their way to a new personal checking or savings account at Chelsea
NTE Energy’s Tim Eves, Mike Green and Stephanie Clarkson will share oversight of all company operations as it continues development of new power plants in Connecticut and the Carolinas, the company announced today.
As co-presidents, Eves, Green and Clarkson – key members of the NTE senior leadership team for the past several years – will share ownership and day-to-day management of the company. They succeed Seth Shortlidge, who in 2009 founded NTE with his wife, Jane, as an energy consulting firm and
It has become all too commonplace to hear chief executive officers boast that their company is a “great place to work.” The statement is thrown around so often that you can seldom take it seriously. Suggest that these folks prove their claim that theirs truly is a great place to work and you will often find that the boast is threadbare and hollow and completely unsurprising.
It is with this in mind that Sound Community Services, headquartered on Montauk Avenue in New London and with locations in multiple ConnectiCare recently celebrated the re-opening of their newly expanded and upgraded Center in Waterbury. Elected officials and members of the community joined ConnectiCare for a ribbon cutting ceremony and tour of the facility. ConnectiCare expanded the facility to offer additional health and insurance resources in the Greater Waterbury region.
The ConnectiCare center in Waterbury is one of five in the state, with locations in Manchester, Farmington, Newington, and Bridgeport. October 15, the health plan The community-focused mission of Chelsea Groton Bank ignited an enthusiasm for the financial industry in Marketing Manager Barbara Curto four years ago. Her commitment to excellence has earned her recognition as a Women of FIRE (Finance, Insurance and Real Estate) by Banking New England and American Business Media. Curto was selected for the prestigious award based on her success as an effective and results-driven leader who motivates employees by encouraging professional and personal growth.
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Comcast is increasing download speeds for some of its most popular Xfinity Internet packages for residential customers in the Northeast Division, which includes 14 northeastern states from Maine through Virginia and the District of Columbia. Download speeds for the Northeast Division’s most popular speed tiers – Today, the Ørsted and Eversource Joint Venture (JV) officially marked the arrival of their first Connecticut office in downtown New London. Members of the Ørsted and Eversource Joint Venture joined alongside their future neighbors and the New London business community at a ceremonial groundbreaking event at the Muddy Waters Café at 42 Bank Street.
“The governor, port authority, city and local industry leaders have been fantastic partners, and we are looking forward to beginning constructions on Today, the Ørsted and Eversource Joint Venture (JV) officially marked the arrival of their first Connecticut office in downtown New London. Members of the Ørsted and Eversource Joint Venture joined alongside their future neighbors and the New London business community at a ceremonial groundbreaking event at the Muddy Waters Café at 42 Bank Street.
“The governor, port authority, city and local industry leaders have been fantastic partners, and we are looking forward to beginning constructions on Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has earned the top 5-Star rating from BauerFinancial Inc. for its superior financial performance during the first half of 2019, which is an indication that Charter Oak remains one of the strongest financial institutions in the nation.
“Our financial performance for the first six months of this year has been very strong, and this top five-star rating from a well-respected firm like BauerFinancial confirms that Charter Oak ranks among the strongest of all the financial ConnectiCare recently hosted their third annual Healthy Aging Fair at the ConnectiCare Center in Manchester. There were about 100 attendees and 17 vendors that participated in the fair. A few of the vendors included: The Alzheimer’s Association, Shop Rite, Mental Health CT, Touchpoints Therapy, Elder Care Consulting and other ConnectiCare partners. The event featured free health screenings, giveaways, and informational seminars to help educate attendees about different ways to stay healthy as they age. If
Throughout its 165-year history, Chelsea Groton Bank has won countless awards for helping their customers and communities achieve their goals. Now for the fourth year in a row, employees have bestowed the Bank with the 2019 Top Workplaces honor by the Hartford Courant.
“Fostering a positive workplace culture has always been a top priority. This is more than a job to all of us and that is reflected in the enthusiastic employee feedback,” said Michael Rauh, President & CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank. “We Silver / Petrucelli + Associates has announced the completion of the $75 million, 140,000 s.f. school campus that consolidates two special education programs for Area Cooperative Education Services (ACES). ACES is a regional educational service center that serves 2,300 students from fifty-seven communities through Connecticut.
The new campus located on Leeder Hill Road in Hamden is home to the ACES Whitney Academy EXPLORE & CREATE and ACES Whitney High School North. It serves 300 students with special Reliance Health has been recognized by its employees as a 2019 Top Workplace through the Hartford Courant. In addition to ranking 6th among mid-sized employers, Reliance Health received “standout scores” resulting in Special Award recognition for their Managers.
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The Travelers Championship today announced that the 2019 tournament generated more than $2.1 million for 150 local charities, including this year’s primary beneficiary, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.
The funds were distributed to representatives from participating nonprofits at the annual Travelers Championship Charity Celebration, held today at TPC River Highlands.
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Classes cover a variety of subjects and range from Elementary and Intermediate Algebra to Composition, US History II, General Psychology and more. It is a fast way to squeeze in more credits to put towards a degree or certificate. The full list of classes can be found at
EB’s Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP) is a work-based learning internship for local high school juniors. The program, a partnership between Electric Boat, the labor unions and the CT Department of Labor, is aimed at cultivating a strong pipeline for future talent in the trades. Over the next decade, Electric Boat will lose skilled workers as they begin to retire. By collaborating with local high schools, EB is preparing the next generation workforce, introducing students to high-skill, high wage
The Chelsea Groton Foundation will be accepting applications for the fall grant cycle through the Foundation’s online application portal until Friday, September 20, 2019. Local and regional charitable organizations in the areas of Animal Welfare, Arts and Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment, Health and Human Services, Housing, and Youth Activities, should visit www.chelseagroton.com/CGFoundationto access the online application portal and more details on specific requirements.
The Hartford HealthCare has opened its newest HealthCenter at 350 Liberty Street (Route 2) in Pawcatuck. The 27,000-square-foot building was developed with patients’ comfort and convenience in mind, offering easy access to primary care, pediatric and adolescent primary care, and rehabilitation services for patients in southeastern Connecticut and Western Rhode Island.
The physicians in the building are:Amanda Conti, MD, offering primary care, pediatric and adolescent primary care, previously with an office Lisa Gencarelli of Westerly, RI recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as a Residential Lender. Lisa will support homebuyers and homeowners in the South County, RI and the Stonington, CT area to help them find the best loan or mortgage solution based on their specific needs.
“Lisa was a very successful small business owner for over three decades. Her prosperity was driven by customer satisfaction and spreading the work about the care and attention she provided. Those skills are what will make Lisa a Three Million Newly Eligible Households Include Those with Disabilities and Seniors, and 191,000 in Connecticut
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Comcast announced today it is significantly expanding eligibility for Internet Essentials, which is the nation’s largest and most comprehensive broadband adoption program, to include all qualified low-income households in its The SeaChange-Lodestar Fund for Nonprofit Collaboration, a New York-based arm of SeaChange Capital Partners, has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Arc Eastern Connecticut to assist with costs associated with its recent merger of The Arc Quinebaug Valley and The Arc New London County. As of July 1, The Arc Eastern Connecticut is the largest chapter of The Arc in the state, providing residential, day, employment and advocacy supports to over 800 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their Dime Bank announced today that it will begin offering current and future customers access to an expanded suite of investment advisory services through a strategic alliance with Northstar Wealth Partners, located in Old Saybrook, CT.
Previously, Dime offered access to retail investment services through an internal platform but the expanding needs of its investment advisory customers led the bank to increase its capacity by aligning with Northstar. Northstar has been widely recognized for its customized The Community Foundation’s 2019 Scholarship Committees selected a total of 283 students from among its 42 communities across Eastern Connecticut to receive $725,489 in scholarships.
The Community Foundation recognizes the importance of creating access for lower income and first-generation students, as well as supporting students throughout their academic journey with multi-year awards whenever possible. As an integral part of this strategy, the Community Foundation provides grants to support Higher Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has earned the top 5-Star rating from BauerFinancial Inc. for its superior financial performance during the first quarter of 2019, which indicates that Charter Oak remains one of the strongest financial institutions in the nation.
“This top rating from BauerFinancial continues to recognize that Charter Oak is a safe, sound and very strong credit union,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “As eastern Connecticut’s leading financial There is still time to enroll in a variety of non-credit training courses at Three Rivers Community College. If you are interested in expanding your skills or changing career paths, take a class this fall. Registration is still open on the 13 courses below. Whether you want to learn new skills, reinvent your career, or for personal enrichment, take a non-credit course to fit your needs.
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Medical Terminology and Anatomy for The Internal Revenue Service today launched the new Tax Withholding Estimator, an expanded, mobile-friendly online tool designed to make it easier for everyone to have the right amount of tax withheld during the year.
The Tax Withholding Estimator replaces the Withholding Calculator, which offered workers a convenient online method for checking their withholding. The new Tax Withholding Estimator offers workers, as well as retirees, self-employed individuals and other taxpayers, a more user-friendly Did you know you need a pilot’s license to operate a drone and that you can become a licensed drone pilot by taking the new Three Rivers Drone Pilot Certificate Program? This 36-hour course is designed for anyone interested in earning a small unmanned Aircraft system (sUAS) Pilot Certificate and learning about general aviation. Classes will be held August 26 through September 27 on Mondays and Fridays, from 5:00-9:00 pm.
The ability to operate a drone is a useful skill for those with careers in the Higher Edge is pleased to announce the hiring of Graciela Guzman as Success Program Advisor, and Jason Pellum as College Access Program Advisor. Jason will advise Windham area high school seniors to help them navigate the college application process. Graciela will advise and mentor Higher Edge students enrolled in college; with a focus on academic, financial, and career guidance.“Jason and Graciela have prior experience working with students and an educational focus on guidance counseling. Their skills will Planning for a relaxing vacation can sometimes be very stressful. Chelsea Groton Bank has some tips to safeguard your financial information when traveling that should be put into place before you leave town.
“People should continuously be on alert for identity theft and fraudulent purchases or withdrawals, however travelers need to be especially vigilant,” explained Lori Dufficy, EVP, Director of Sales & Service of Chelsea Groton Bank, the largest mutual bank in Eastern Connecticut. “Fortunately, with Whether you’re the owner of a mom-and-pop shop or a decision-maker at a larger company, it’s important to know the different structures for group health insurance plans. Knowing these differences can help you and your business find a plan that works best for your employees and your bottom line.
Most group medical insurance plans fall under three main categories: fully-insured (sometimes called fully-funded), self-funded, and level-funded. There are advantages, rules, and caveats to each plan type. Let’s A webinar on "IRS Civil Enforcement: Field Collections Enforcement and Employment Tax Compliance" will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 2 p.m.
This free This free 60-minute webinar is open to practitioners. The webinar will provide an overview of the following:
Common causes of businesses accruing employment/payroll taxesThe risks of using a 3rd party to handle employment/payroll taxesTools the employer can use to monitor their own compliance and limit risksOptions offered by the IRS for a In recent weeks and months, Mystic Aquarium’s colleague in animal rescue and rehab, The Marine Mammal Center, has had their hands full with hundreds of California sea lions stranding off the west coast. In fact, Mystic Aquarium’s own Erin Gibbons, Assistant Supervisor of Pinnipeds, is currently at The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, CA, to assist with the rehabilitation of these animals in need.
“While I hate that these strandings occur, I’m incredibly fortunate to have the specialized training to be At an in-store presentation today, Always Home received a $5,000 donation from Big Y. Always Home is one of 37 charitable organizations benefiting from the proceeds of Big Y’s annual Paul & Gerald D’Amour Memorial Charity Golf Outing. “We are so pleased to be able to give back to the local community,” shared John Connolly, Store Director for the Stonington Big Y.
Always Home’s Executive Director, Betty Smith, acknowledged that this gift will have a positive and enduring community impact. “A single The Coast Guard Academy was named the recipient of the June Division III Diversity Spotlight Initiative in the NCAA Division III July 2019 monthly publication.
The Diversity Spotlight Initiative recognizes and promotes outstanding diversity-related projects, programming and initiatives occurring on Division III campuses and conference offices.
To foster a more inclusive environment, the members of the Academy's Office of Diversity and Inclusion attended a seven-day Seeking Educational Equity and Diversity On Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. the IRS will host a 60 minute webinar open to practitioners on Understanding an Offer in Compromise. Topics:Offer in Compromise (OIC) and why it is used as a Collection toolProvide a general overview of OIC Calculation including special circumstancesDiscuss the Offer in Compromise Pre-Qualifier Tool on IRS.gov and how it worksPlus, live Q & AClick here to register for webinar
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Closed captioning is offered for Golf Fore! Prostate Cancer Research | 24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Presented by Dr. Sheffield's Certified Natural ToothpasteAugust, 22nd 2019 at Lake of Isles, 12:30 Tee Time
North Stonington, CT – The 20th Annual Prostate Cancer Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2019, at Lake of Isles Golf Course.Golf Fore! Prostate Cancer Research is organized by Sheffield Pharmaceuticals, LLC and works closely with the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Supported by the late, legendary Silver / Petrucelli + Associates (S/P+A) has announced that three new designers have recently joined the firm. S/P+A welcomes James Paul Dixon, RA, LEED AP as senior architect, Jennifer Lipset, NCIDQ as interior designer, and Humza Afzal as design professional.
Dixon brings nearly 15 years of design experience throughout southeastern Connecticut and will manage the firm’s New London office. He is a technically skilled architect and is active with local civic and business organizations in the area.
The U.S. Navy today awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $174 million contract for nuclear-submarine work. Electric Boat is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD).
Under the terms of the contract, Electric Boat will provide design agent, planning yard, and engineering services, as well as technical support for active nuclear submarines and submersible systems. The contract could be worth more than $1 billion over five years if all options are exercised and funded.
Seventy percent Wireless Zone, the nation’s largest wireless retail franchise offering exclusive Verizon products and services, is partnering with The Cellular Connection (TCC) and Culture of Good to donate backpacks full of school supplies to children in need across Eastern CT through the brand’s Sixth annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. The giveaway, taking place at participating Wireless Zone locations nationwide, is bigger than ever before with more than 250,000 backpacks full of school supplies expected to be Greg Curtis joins the Technology Services team at Chelsea Groton Bank as the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. Prior to joining Chelsea Groton, Greg served as the Director of Technology of the Mohegan Tribe where he managed the Cybersecurity, Network, and Helpdesk teams. Greg has over 30 years of IT solution development for various Fortune 50 companies.
“Greg’s extensive technology leadership skills ensure that Chelsea Groton will continue to offer secure and innovative banking Leslie McKillip of Madison, CT, recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer. Leslie will work to develop commercial loan and commercial mortgage relationships with centers of influence across the Bank’s market areas.
“With over 25 years of commercial lending experience, mostly in New Haven and Middlesex Counties, Leslie’s skills will be an immense asset to our team,” said Carolyn Welch, Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Manager at Chelsea Groton Bank. “In Banks from Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island have been honored with the 2019 Banking Choice Awards in the categories of Customer Service, Technology & Tools, Community Contribution, and Overall Quality. They were presented at an awards luncheon as part of the Best Bank Expo at the MGM Springfield.
In addition, six banks have won best in Connecticut and Massachusetts in their respective categories. These statewide awards for 2019 are the highest honor any bank can achieve.
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The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG) announces four new additions to its Board of Directors, with each augmenting different program areas within the organization with experience and enthusiasm. “I'm pleased to welcome these new members to our Board of Directors, as they bring talent, expertise and energy to the table. Their unique backgrounds and diverse experience make them an asset to the Council," said Executive Director Did you know?
The average commercial building wastes 30 percent of the energy it consumes. Most of that energy consumption comes from lighting, followed by cooling, then computers.
From family owned businesses to entrepreneurial franchise owners and multi-site operations, addressing aging equipment and energy efficiency are common challenges often pushed aside due to lack of time and resources.
Today mid-size businesses in Connecticut now have access to the Business Energy Advantage program. This Luisanna Cabrera of Waterford, CT, recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as a Mortgage Specialist. In this position, Luisanna will work with customers throughout New London County, Connecticut and Rhode Island who are in need of a variety of lending solutions, from traditional mortgages, to first-time homebuyer and affordable lending programs, to specialty financing and home equity loans. She iscertified by the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS #1866854), and is fluent in both English and
Find out about the wide range of volunteer opportunities that are open to you at High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc in Old LymeAbout Volunteering
All volunteers must attend a General Orientation prior to volunteering. The General Orientation begins in the classroom with an overview of High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, who we serve, our horses, and our policies and procedures. It also includes a tour of the facility. At the General Orientation, volunteers will choose a role(s) they are interested in and The Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded $182,654 in grants to 65 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island this spring. Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has provided over $3.4 million in total grants to the community since 1999. The Foundation reviews applications and awards grants two times per year.
“For 165 years, improving the quality of life in our community has been at the core of Chelsea Groton’s values,” said Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank. Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank Foundation presented The Arc Eastern Connecticut (formerly The Arc New London County) with a $1,000 grant to support its Community Life & Advocacy (CL&A) program. CL&A’s Empowerment/Enrichment component offers a variety of life skills, work-readiness, self-advocacy and civic responsibility programs to more than 170 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 16 to 86. The Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank Foundation grant will assist with providing dedicated Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has announced that its two Assistant Vice Presidents who oversee its extensive branch network in eastern Connecticut have successfully completed the Credit Union League of Connecticut’s intensive management program for high-potential executives.
Michael Ballirano and Sonya Armstrong, Charter Oak’s Assistant Vice Presidents and Regional Retail Sales Managers, were among the small group of credit union executives selected annually for the competitive two-year program at the Mystic Seaport Museum announces it is honoring the Dark Harbor 20 class owners with the William A. Baker Award. The award is given to promote the awareness and appreciation of fine examples of one-design classes or boats of like kind, and to foster faithful preservation and restoration, and encourage their continued use.
The owners are being recognized for their effort to preserve and maintain a significant class of American sailing craft.
Antique and classic boat organizations throughout the The Chelsea Groton Foundation recently presented scholarships to a select group of graduating seniors who represent 16 area high schools. Each of the individuals who applied for the scholarships excelled in academia, leadership and extracurricular activities during their high school years, and plans to pursue college degrees.
“The Foundation is committed to giving back to our communities. One of the best ways we are able to do this is by investing in the next generation of young adults, and supporting During the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands Golf Course last week, ConnectiCare presented Operation Shower, a group baby shower for 40 military moms-to-be whose spouses are deployed. The moms-to-be are from Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, or in some cases, are active duty themselves.
ConnectiCare has been the presenting sponsor of the Operation Shower event for six of the initiative’s eight year partnership with the tournament and works closely with Birdies for the Brave to put The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation has awarded Channel 3 Kids Camp a grant in the amount of $7,500. The funding will be used specifically to provide camp scholarships to children from New London County this summer.
Dominion Energy-Millstone’s Nancy Bulkeley, Senior Community Affairs Representative, presented the check to Channel 3 Kids Camp CEO Denise K. Hornbecker at the camp’s recent “Fun by the Fire” event, which welcomed more than 200 adults to Camp for an evening of fantastic food and drink Last month, the CT Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) was awarded the Non-Profit Partnership Award at the Annual CT Minority Construction Council (MCC) Awards Dinner. The event hosted prime contractors, local and state politicians, as well as other CT state agencies.
The Non-Profit Partnership Award is awarded to a non-profit organization that has worked with the Minority Construction Council in the areas of development and advocacy for minority contractors. CT PTAC, a statewide program On July 3, Chelsea Groton Bank will mark 165 years of serving the community. As has always been central to the Bank’s mission, all planned celebrations include opportunities for the Bank and its employees to connect with individuals and organizations in the community.
Planned celebrations
In the spring, the Bank participated in Pay It Forward Day. Giving teams made up of team members from all of our branches went to 13 local coffee shops, restaurants, and area businesses in our footprint to give out a WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to look at their tax withholding now to take charge of their tax situation and avoid a surprise at tax time next year. Doing a Paycheck Checkup now using the IRS Withholding Calculator means taxpayers have the majority of the year to spread out any changes they make to their withholding. The agency said the average tax refund was $2,729 for tax year 2018. While some taxpayers may find it advantageous to get a large tax refund, others may wish Wednesday, June 19, 20192:00 PM Eastern Time
The IRS will soon stop its tax transcript faxing service and third-party mailing option from the Form 4506 series. This webinar will demonstrate how tax professionals may obtain masked and certain unmasked transcripts needed for tax administration. Learn what changes are planned and how these changes will affect you.
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Marilyn Gurren, Chief, Identity Protection, Strategy and Oversight Mystic Seaport Museum announced today proposed changes to its grounds that will advance the Museum’s role as a leader in the maritime heritage field.
The three projects include construction of an underwater research and education center in partnership with the Global Foundation for Ocean Exploration (GFOE), the expansion of public display of its watercraft collection, and construction of a restaurant and boutique hotel.
The Global Foundation for Ocean Exploration is a 501c3 nonprofit organization whose Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has received the Corporate Sponsor of the Year and Corporate Benefactor Awards from the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut for its extensive financial and employee support of the agency's successful 2018-2019 annual campaign.
"We’re honored to receive these awards and we’re proud to continue our longtime support for all that United Way does each day to help those in need across southeastern Connecticut,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Pfizer’s Groton Laboratories and the Clinical Research Unit, New Haven will support more than 60 programs in Southeastern Connecticut, the greater New Haven area, and southern Rhode Island through its 2019 competitive grants program.
Priority was given to programs that bring science and math to students from elementary through high school. Additional awards were made for programs that provide for the underserved or to support local civic and cultural institutions. Groups receiving support in 2019 John Banks recently joined Chelsea Groton Bank as AVP, Retail Lending Operations Manager. In this role, John is responsible for managing the retail loan product processing teams and for developing systems and processes to continue improving the client experience throughout the lending process.
Prior to joining Chelsea Groton, John spent 14 years with Bank of America, first as a Retail Branch Manager, then in Operations, and most recently, as a team manager with Bank of America Home Loans Operations. Aer Lingus Vacation Store invites you to learn how to discover your Irish Heritage. Our Discover Your Roots packages start from $999* per person (6 nights).
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The Connecticut Siting Council today approved NTE Energy’s application for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need, paving the way for continued development of the Killingly Energy Center.
NTE Chief Executive Officer Seth Shortlidge said the council’s decision reaffirmed the need for the new 650-megawatt natural gas-fired facility at a time when older, less-efficient power plants across New England are nearing retirement.
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Wireless Zone is pleased to welcome back TJ Mallon, former employee, who has rejoined Wireless Zone Groton team as a Sales Representative. Mallon is no stranger to the wireless industry, first joining us in 1996, back when we were still “The Car Phone Store.” For the past eight years he has been working with Verizon Corporate, in consumer sales as well as B2B. It goes without saying that he knows the industry inside and out. In his personal time, TJ likes to relax on his lakeside property in Oakdale, target
Lesley Ingves, Business Management Specialist of Clear Pathway, LLC is hosting LIVE 1/2-day event: GET IT TOGETHER! A workshop for the overwhelmed entrepreneur to regain control of your time and business on June 11, 2019, from 9:00-1:00 at the Norwich Inn and Spa, 607 West Thames St, Norwich, CT.
Running your business can become an overwhelming part of making money. This workshop will help participants know how to organize your office for efficiency, create systems to find documents and information in a Always Home announced the award of a multi-year grant by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut. The $75,000 funding, to be allocated over a three-year period, will support Always Home’s work Preventing Family Homelessness. The non-profit agency works exclusively with homeless and at-risk families with minor children.
Always Home’s Interim Executive Director, Betty Smith, acknowledged the importance of securing this grant. “Always Home is committed to addressing the issue of family homelessness
Mystified Escape Room Adventures opens new game
Mystified offers live action escape game adventures. As a player, you will work with a team in a themed room full of puzzles, clues, codes, locks and hidden objects. Players must solve the game play within 60 minutes to win the game and “escape”. Mystified’s newest game is “The Curtain Call”.
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It's one hour to “places” at La Rouge Mystére. Belle, the cabaret’s leading lady, is no where to be found. Everyone is worried because The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut has awarded $10,000 to assist with the planned merger of The Arc Quinebaug Valley and The Arc New London County, forming The Arc Eastern Connecticut as of July 1. Through the Millard R. York Fund, the grant will help offset the cost of conducting the necessary due diligence and consolidation of accounts, property, and vehicles in an agency that will now support over 800 people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout UCFS Healthcare (UCFS) is proud to announce we have been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Eastern CT to support our Access to Care and Case Management programs, which provide insurance enrollment assistance and linkages to health and human services for the UCFS client population and the community. These staff members are on the front lines, meeting with clients and putting them in touch with necessary social supports such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and EAST LYME - Flanders Fish Market is thrilled to announce their partnership with the Crescent Beach Association in Niantic, Connecticut to operate their longstanding Crescent Beach Stand at 37 Bayview Avenue for the summer of 2019.
Opening for weekend service beginning Memorial Day Weekend on May 25, the Crescent Beach Stand Powered by Flanders Fish will begin daily operation on Crescent Beach Kickoff Day, June 22 through Labor Day Weekend, with weekend service continuing through September. Hours of Waterford – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s new Housing Our Workforce Program, which offers down-payment assistance to eligible homebuyers in eastern Connecticut.
The unique $2 million program was launched earlier this year and will provide local homebuyers earning up to 120 percent of the area median income with down-payment assistance on their owner-occupied primary residences. The program offers a Starting Thursday, May 23
A testament to the immense complexity of nature, The Biggest Little Farm follows two dreamers and a dog on an odyssey to bring harmony to both their lives and the land.
When the barking of their beloved dog Todd leads to an eviction notice from their tiny LA apartment, John and Molly Chester make a choice that takes them out of the city and onto 200 acres in the foothills of Ventura County, naively endeavoring to build one of the most diverse farms of its kind in complete Norwich, CT ̶ The Three Rivers College Foundation held the twenty-seventh annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, May 7 at Three Rivers Community College. Generous contributions led to over $410,000 in scholarships awarded to a record-breaking 188 students.
Proud families and friends packed the room during the hour-long ceremony as close to $7,000 was given away per minute! The total scholarships awarded came to just over $410,000, which includes $50,000 in summer scholarships. The majority of the Reliance Health announced this week that their Board of Directors has appointed Carrie Dyer as Chief Executive Officer upon current CEO, David Burnett’s retirement. Burnett, who has been the organization’s CEO for nearly 41 years, announce plans to retire by the end of 2019 in a press release last month.
Dyer, who has worked for the agency since 1994, has served as Reliance Health’s Chief Operating Officer for the past 12 years. “For some time now, Carrie has had more ability than I to handle the Students would receive hands-on training and experience working on construction of Killingly Energy Center
Killingly, CT – Local students would receive hands-on training and experience working on the construction of the proposed Killingly Energy Center through a new partnership between NTE Energy, H.H. Ellis Technical High School and the Greater Hartford-New Britain Building and Construction Trades Council.
The program would be available to students who have demonstrated readiness to benefit from the Mystic, CT – Local company Mystic Knotwork has been named by Yankee Magazine in its annual Best of New England summer travel guide (May/June 2019).
From the sandy beaches of Cape Cod to New Hampshire’s White Mountains and Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, Yankee’s annual guide is the ultimate collection of epic destinations and getaways. With nearly 200 tips and ideas from the magazine’s expert editors, the travel guide is brimming with recommendations on the best family-friendly activities, seaside hotels,
This op-ed was originally published in The Day on May 13, 2019.
Earlier this month Governor Lamont announced a public-private partnership between the state of Connecticut, the Connecticut Port Authority, Gateway New London and Bay State Wind, the joint venture between Ørsted US and Eversource. This historic agreement sets the stage that will result in a $93 million-dollar investment in State Pier. This upgrade promises to revitalize this historically underutilized asset by turning the pier into a Groton, CT – Barb Curto of Mystic, CT, Assistant Vice President, Marketing Manager; Sara Lundy of Oakdale, CT, Risk and Compliance Specialist; and Marielle Winkelman of Ledyard, CT, Assistant Secretary, Customer Solutions Manager of the Bank’s Waterford branch, recently graduated from the Connecticut Bankers Association’s Connecticut School of Finance and Management (CSFM).
“Chelsea Groton believes in encouraging our employees to continually learn and develop themselves, so we offer a wide range of Mystic, CT – Aptly on Mother’s Day, Mystic Aquarium, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, and one of the nation’s leading aquariums, announced a partnership with Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London. In ‘seal-abration’ of the impending arrival of a harbor seal pup to Pearl, Mystic Aquarium will award a complimentary one-year family membership to the parents of the first baby born at L+M Hospital, closest to the time of Pearl’s pup.
“This is Pearl’s first pregnancy and we are thrilled to
Note: this article was originally published in The Day on May 12, 2019 by Mary Biekert.Old Lyme, CT – Over the last three decades, The Bowerbird shop, which sits as the anchor to the Old Lyme Marketplace, has established itself as a beloved local business adored by area residents and highway passersby alike. Delighting customers with quirky and fun yet functional merchandise, the shop celebrates its 30th anniversary this month.
Viewing the anniversary as a “major accomplishment” in the world of Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT has announced that a limited number of tickets remain for the Citizen of the Year Celebration Honoring Rodney Butler, taking place Friday, May 17, 2019 from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Tickets are available for $85 per person and can be purchased by visiting ChamberECT.com/coy or calling (860) 701-9113.
The Citizen of the Year award is presented annually to an extraordinary individual for outstanding contributions to Eastern CT –The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT will represent the eastern CT region at the upcoming Discover New England Summit at Foxwoods Resort Casino from May 13-15, 2019. The Chamber is providing promotional opportunities for the region’s business community during the event.
The Discover New England Annual Tourism Summit and International Marketplace is the only New England travel trade event where hospitality businesses from throughout New England can meet directly with international tour 100 Volunteers in New London Joined More than 1,000 Volunteers Across Connecticut
New London, CT – On Saturday, May 4th, 100 local Comcast NBCUniversal employees and their families, friends and community partners came out to “make change happen” as they improved the Harbor Elementary School as part of the 18th annual Comcast Cares Day.
During April and May, more than 1,000 Connecticut volunteers took part in a number of initiatives that included blood drives, spring-cleaning projects, an Attorney Theodore (Ted) Heiser has joined Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law as a Director in the firm’s civil litigation department, practicing in the areas of personal injury and employment law.
Prior to joining Suisman Shapiro, Ted was a founding member of Sullivan Heiser in Clinton, CT. He has tried numerous matters to verdict in the state and federal courts of Connecticut, Maryland and New Jersey. Ted’s extensive trial experience includes cases of wrongful death, personal injury, employment
ConnectiCare President Eric Galvin, Chief Operating Office Robert Kosior, and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Wayne Rawlins kick off National Nurses Week with a Nurses Walk on Monday, May 6. The walk is part of a week-long celebration to recognize the hard work that nurses do for ConnectiCare members daily. After a long and cold winter, opening day for guided tours of the Avery-Copp House Museum is Friday, May 24th from 11 am to 3 pm.
We have a full season of events that include a Sea to Table series, Groton Bank Day, Plein Air Painting, a Garden Workshop, a Garden Fairy Tea and a Politics & Fashion lecture.
Our first major event, Sea to Table, is a four-part series focused on Sea Scalloping. There will be three public lectures at the La Grua Center followed by a unique sunset cruise aboard a working Gain a comprehensive understanding of business building fundamentals and emerge from this class with a solid blueprint firmly in hand. Give your business concept the advantage of a well thought out plan. This 10-session course is taught by industry experts in a dynamic peer-to-peer environment and is supported by an interactive online tool to guide you every step of the way. Topics Include:
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In 2004 a composer/lyricist/writer/performer/substitute teacher and his writer-collaborator submitted their musical to the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center. They were a scrappy bunch with no professional credits. But they knew this hallowed ground was the ultimate locale to incubate their musical.Since it was founded in 1964, the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center has been a theater mecca devoted to nurturing new works and emerging Click here to learn more and book now.
Note: this article was originally published by WFSB - Channel 3 on May 2, 2019.New London, CT – What was billed as a "major announcement" in New London on Thursday involved a deal to turn the State Pier into a hub for the offshore wind industry.
State officials and their partners said they reached an agreement on a harbor development plan for the pier that will enable its revitalization that will hopefully make it a central hub for the offshore wind industry.
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Note: this piece was originally published in The Day on April 27, 2019.New London, CT – In a robot-assisted procedure that took little more than 90 minutes early Monday morning, surgeons at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital cleared an obstruction that had all but shut down Pam Michaud’s right kidney.
A fit, 52-year-old mother of four adult children, Michaud didn’t figure to be sidelined long.
“She’ll be in recovery for one or two nights, depending on her pain level,” Dr. Joseph Brito, the lead surgeon for Project will save company nearly $110,000 on annual energy costs
Norwich, CT – On Monday morning, Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) presented Bob’s Discount Furniture with a rebate check for $64,065.15 following the successful completion of a major lighting upgrade project at the company’s Norwich warehouse located on Jewett City Road in the Taftville section of Norwich.
“NPU is proud to partner with Bob’s on one of our largest energy-efficiency projects ever, helping a great company make a smart Chelsea Groton Bank Credits Community Reinvestment and Relationships for Financial Success at Annual Meeting
New Initiatives Help Customers Achieve Dreams While Generating Record-Breaking Earnings in 2018
Groton, CT – Chelsea Groton Bank recently reported impressive financial, educational, technical and community-based accomplishments at its 164th Annual Meeting on Monday, April 22nd at the Mystic Marriott in Groton, CT during which, President and CEO Michael Rauh presented the Bank’s 2018 results to Mystic, CT – On this Earth Day 2019, Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport Museum and the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center are proud to announce plans for a multi-day, community-wide Earth Day 2020 event in celebration of the movements 50th anniversary. The events, which will be announced in detail in the coming months, will engage a host of like-minded community partners as well as the general public in support of habitat restoration, conservation and overall collective action.
The first Earth Day, held on
Wireless Zone®, an authorized retailer of Verizon Wireless, just recently celebrated 30 years at the most magical place on earth, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL. Our local 7 stores, Groton, New London, Killingly, North Windham, Putnam, Glastonbury, and Westerly were lucky to be apart of the celebration alongside of other franchisees, managers, field members, and corporate staff to share best practices, learn from break-out sessions and keynote speakers.
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Note: this article was originally published in The Day on April 18, 2019 by Julia Bergman. Groton, CT – The outgoing commanding officer of the Naval Submarine Base, Capt. Paul Whitescarver, said that with investment from the state, support from the community and the submarine's role in national security, the base is set up to have a "solid and enduring" footprint on the Thames River.
"In the next decade, you're going to see $250 million worth of military construction on the base," Whitescarver said
Note: this article was originally published on April 18 in The Dolphin. Slight editorial adjustments have been made.Groton, CT – Participants of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT's Leadership Program Class of 2020 toured military bases in the southeastern Connecticut area for the seventh annual Military Affairs session on April 11.
Military Affairs Day gives military leaders in the area the opportunity to explain and demonstrate the important part the armed services plays in the economic and New London, CT – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of Discovering New Beauty: Watercolor Landscapes of the Northeast. This exhibition features more than 50 works of art examining the varied landscapes of the Northeast over the last century and a half. The show will be on view April 27 through August 3, 2019.Discovering New Beauty considers how artists have utilized watercolor to depict the Northeast beginning in the 1870s, a time when watercolor experienced a surge in popularity. Group tour November 4-12, 2019 offers insight and relaxation
Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT invites the region’s residents on a guided group tour of Costa Rica from November 4 through 12, 2019, originating from Bradley International Airport. Rates and booking information are available at ChamberECT.com/costarica or (860) 701-9113. Travelers can save $100 per person by taking advantage of early bird booking rates before May 3.
Organized by Collette Travel, this trip is not to be Washington, DC – The Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers who have yet to file their tax returns that there are a variety of options to help them.
IRS tax help is available 24 hours a day on IRS.gov. Whether filing a tax return, requesting an extension or making a payment, the IRS website can help last-minute filers on just about everything related to taxes.
The IRS encourages taxpayers to file electronically. Doing so, whether through e-file or IRS Free File, vastly reduces tax return Reliance Health announced last week that after nearly 41 years Chief Executive Officer, David Burnett, will retire by the end of this year. The agency’s Board of Directors will announce a successor in the coming months.
Burnett has been with Reliance Health since 1978 when the nonprofit mental health agency was known as The Leisure Center. At that time, Burnett served as the agency’s only employee, running day to day operations and providing support to people who had been discharged from Norwich Hospital. Strategic planning, team building and earning clients’ trust support design-builder’s growth
In 2018, Pat Munger Construction Co. Inc. completed $50 million worth of construction projects, marking the largest revenue volume in the company’s 50-year history. The banner year did not materialize entirely by chance. The Branford, Conn.-based company had been executing a strategic plan to grow its core business—low-rise metal building construction, repair and interior fit-out—when demand for construction WBDC to Elevate Women Entrepreneurs at 6th Annual Women-Owned Business Day
The Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC), the largest not-for-profit organization in Connecticut dedicated to women’s economic equity, will host the 6th Annual Women-Owned Business Day at the State Capitol, sponsored by The Hartford. All are invited to the free event on Tuesday, April 30th from 9:00AM to 2:00PM, beginning at the Legislative Office building, room 2D, in Hartford.
In recognition of the event, Governor New London, CT – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce a new addition to its permanent Louis Comfort Tiffany in New London exhibition. Periodically, the exhibit will be refreshed with new and welcomed objects. This week, a stunning Tiffany Studios Apple Blossom Table Lamp (ca. 1900-1906) arrived at the Lyman Allyn, on loan from the New York Historical Society. This lamp resembles a miniature apple tree in bloom with a canopy of leaves and springtime blossoms sitting atop a bronze tree trunk New London, CT – Free skin cancer screenings will be available at the Smilow Cancer Hospital Care Center in Waterford Monday, May 6, from 5 to 7:30 pm. The care center is located at 230 Waterford Parkway South.
The screenings will be conducted by Yale Medicine Dermatology and dermatologists on the Lawrence + Memorial Hospital medical staff.
Screenings are by appointment only. To make an appointment, please call 860-271-4617.
The five-year survival rate for melanoma when detected and treated in
> Learn more here Superior Ranking Reflects Credit Union’s Strong Financial Condition Waterford, CT – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has earned the top 5-Star rating from BauerFinancial Inc. for its superior financial performance during 2018, which indicates that Charter Oak remains one of the strongest financial institutions in the nation.
“We’re proud to receive this top rating from BauerFinancial for our past year's financial performance because it represents an independent confirmation of our overall financial Bank Earns "Best of Bauer Bank" DesignationGroton, CT – BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, recently awarded Chelsea Groton Bank with Bauer’s highest 5-Star rating for financial strength and stability. The Bank has now maintained that top rating for 100 consecutive quarters. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates Chelsea Groton excels in the areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. Earning and maintaining this top rating continuously for over 25 years gives Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation has announced that scholarship applications are open to local senior-year high school students interested in pursuing higher education or vocational opportunities. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2019. Applications are available from ChamberECT.com/foundation.
This spring, the Foundation’s Board of Directors will select four scholarship recipients based on a variety of criteria including academic persistence, community involvement, Tourism/hospitality industry professionals invited to increase their knowledge of eastern CT arts, cultural, and tourism attractions
Eastern CT – A coalition of eastern CT tourism and hospitality industry partners, led by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT, will host an industry “Fam Tour” (familiarization tour) of regional arts, cultural, and tourism attractions on Monday, April 29 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Registration is open at ChamberECT.com/famtour or (860) 701-9113.
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Help Aquarion find and recognize Connecticut's top environmental volunteers.
Think of a business, larger or small, that has made a real difference to our environment. It could be through a volunteer effort to protect our water sources. Improve air quality. Safeguard land. Or improve wildlife habitat. You’ll find all the criteria below.
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Aquarion will announce the winners on June 1, 2019 at a special event to be Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT has announced that it will hold a Business Luncheon with Governor Ned Lamont on Thursday, April 25th, 2019, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Port ‘n Starboard at Ocean Beach Park in New London (98 Neptune Avenue), sponsored by the Waterford Hotel Group and Foxwoods Resort Casino. Tickets are available for purchase at ChamberECT.com/events or (860) 701-9113.
The Chamber invites the region’s business community and residents to join in for an informative update as
April 17, 2019 at Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT is pleased to announce it will host an inaugural "State of the Submarine Base" luncheon featuring Captain Paul Whitescarver on Wednesday, April 17, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa (625 North Road/CT Route 117, Groton). Tickets are available for purchase on ChamberECT.com/events or (860) 701-9113. The event is sponsored by Robinson + Cole and AT&T.
Eastern CT's business community, as Wild Arctic Exhibit Opens on April 6
Mystic, CT – Humpback whales and walruses now at Mystic Aquarium? Not literally but virtually, beginning this weekend. Just in time for school vacation, Mystic Aquarium will debut Wild Arctic, an augmented reality journey that will provide guests an unbelievable encounter with some of the Arctic’s most amazing creatures.
“We believe this hi-tech exhibit is one more way that we can help establish a deeper connection with our visitors to this remote environment and
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT was proud to support the Save-A-Suit Collection at its April 3, 2019 Business After Hours/YPsocial networking event. Guests at the event supplied over 100 new or gently-used articles of clothing to benefit local veterans in need of business-friendly attire.
Save-A-Suit is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides former military and college graduates with professional business attire and the confidence needed to succeed. Guests who registered for the The Bank Proudly Offers Several Lending Options for the First Time Homebuyer
Groton, CT – Chelsea Groton was selected to once again participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s (FHLBB) Equity Builder Program. Through this program, Chelsea Groton is able to work with first-time homebuyers to receive up to $15,000 in down payment assistance.
“Chelsea Groton has always been committed to meeting customers where they are and exploring all possible financing options to help them achieve their Reliance Health, a nonprofit community mental health agency based out of Norwich, is looking for help to identify ways you care for your mental health to honor May is Mental Health Month.
May is Mental Health Month was started 70 years ago by the national organization, Mental Health America, to raise awareness about mental health conditions and the importance of good mental health for everyone. As community leaders in mental health education and advocacy, Reliance Health strives to share the importance of NESS Recognized for Outstanding Work in Eastern CT
Stonington, CT – At its Annual Meeting on March 27, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut named the New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) "Nonprofit of the Year." This award recognizes the organization the provides a valued service with a physical presence in eastern CT.
The Chamber's Annual Meeting had over 230 people in attendance, celebrated the Chamber's impact this past year, and featured the presentation of its regional Groton, CT – The Chelsea Groton Foundation will be accepting applications for the spring grant cycle through the Foundation’s online application portal until Friday, April 19, 2019. Local and regional charitable organizations in the areas of Animal Welfare, Arts and Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment, Health and Human Services, Housing, and Youth Activities, should visit www.chelseagroton.com/CGFoundation to access the online application portal and more details on specific
Eastern CT – On March 27, 2019, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT was pleased to recap a year of successful 2018 activities, and share our vision for the future, at our Annual Meeting and Awards Reception. Over 230 regional representatives maxed out the meeting space at The Spa at Norwich Inn, demonstrating the breadth and importance of the Chamber’s work. Official business included Board elections, finance updates, and a report from our Foundation. The Chamber welcomed 17 new Trustees to its Brian A. Orenstein Joins Boston Fed’s Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council Waterford, CT – Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston’s First District Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council.
“I'm truly honored to join the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston’s advisory council and hear the perspectives of community bankers and credit union officials from across New England,” said Norwich, CT –Three Rivers Community College Director of Student Activities Alycia Ziegler recently established The Blanche Berté Illenberg Memorial Scholarship in honor of her grandmother. Alycia explained that although her grandmother had only a high school diploma, she always advocated for education and continuously supported Alycia along her own educational journey. This new scholarship will be managed by the Three Rivers College Foundation.
Blanche Berté Illenberg spent her entire life giving to Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation has announced the distribution of $120,000 to 37 eastern CT non-profits that will improve the quality of life for thousands of children in the region.
This year’s disbursement reflects the highest-ever amount distributed by the Foundation and marks a twelve percent increase over the 2018 grant disbursement.
The Foundation raised funds throughout 2018 with fundraisers including the 7th Annual Bowl-a-Thon at High Rollers Luxury Lanes at Foxwoods Washington, DC – The Internal Revenue Service today warned the public about a new twist on the IRS impersonation phone scam whereby criminals fake calls from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS), an independent organization within the IRS.
Similar to other IRS impersonation scams, thieves make unsolicited phone calls to their intended victims fraudulently claiming to be from the IRS. In this most recent scam variation, callers “spoof” the telephone number of the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service office in Mystic, CT – Students, staff, and community volunteers at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (DPNC) are excited to create a native plant teaching meadow at Coogan Farm this spring and summer with funds from the Lorrie Otto Seeds for Education Grant Program administered by Wild Ones: Native Plants, Natural Landscapes. Everyone, but especially children, will learn about native plants that have grown in this area since pre-colonial times, while getting a close-up view of butterflies, songbirds and other Groton, CT – Thames River Innovation Place, (TRIP) as part of CTNext’s Innovation Places program, is seeking proposals for year three projects. Proposals will need to be reviewed, approved, and submitted to CTNext by April 30th.
The intent of new projects is to develop new initiatives and partnerships that will strengthen the region’s ability to:
Attract and retain top talentCreate a great environment for companies to start and growIncrease access to sources of capital for emerging companiesreate a more Mystic, CT – Plastic pollution is one of the hottest topics in news today. Consumers are flooded with information from daunting statistics to collective action campaigns and proposed regulation. Mystic Aquarium is doing its part to help turn the tide with the upcoming opening of its new Plastic Free Seas on Saturday, April 6, 2019.
“We are excited to announce our upcoming exhibit entitled, Plastic Free Seas,” said Katie Cubina, Senior Vice President, Mission Programs for Mystic Aquarium. “Plastic Groton, CT – Over 250 area high school students and teachers convened in the Crozier Williams Student Center at Connecticut College on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 for the 13th Annual Money Madness seminar presented by Chelsea Groton Bank. Nine area schools participated in the day: Academy of the Holy Family, Griswold Alternative School, Ledyard High School, Lyman Memorial High School, Marine Science Magnet High School, Montville High School, Norwich Free Academy, Wheeler High School and Waterford High Norwich, CT – Last week, the Board of Directors of Center for Hospice Care gave its approval for the Center to become part of Hartford HealthCare at Home effective April 1, 2019.
This was a thoughtful, well-planned process. This decision comes after years of exploring possible strategic partnerships that would continue providing exceptional care to our patients and families. Hartford HealthCare at Home has a strong tradition of providing care and advocating for hospice patients, a large footprint in Robinson+Cole manufacturing lawyer Jeffrey J. White was invited to the White House to participate in a manufacturing roundtable on March 14, 2019. The roundtable brought together manufacturing business leaders and government officials to discuss the issues facing both publicly traded and privately held U.S. manufacturing businesses. Issues discussed included the sustained growth of U.S. manufacturing and how manufacturers are successfully using both developments in technology and workforce training to Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston Program Assists With Down Payment, Closing CostsWaterford, CT – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s Equity Builder Program, which assists local homebuyers with down payment and closing costs.
The $3.6 million program provides grants to financial institutions to assist households at or below 80 percent of the area median income. Eligible borrowers receive up to $15,000 in assistance on a first-come, Comcast Business Now Offers New Video Service to Bars, Restaurants, Hotels, Gyms and More
Features Like Voice Control and Sports App Ideally Suited for Public Viewing Events Arrive in Time for NCAA Basketball Tournament
Comcast Business announced the company’s award-winning X1 video platform is now available to the millions of bars, restaurants, hotels, gyms and other businesses across Comcast’s footprint. X1 for Business includes easier search and navigation, voice control and a picture-in-picture, ‘Marine Madness Terny’ Social Media Bracket Highlights 64 Species
Mystic, CT – Even the most casual of fan gets excited for tournament basketball in March and Mystic Aquarium is no exception. In celebration, Connecticut’s iconic attraction is offering a sweet deal to visitors throughout the duration of the tournament. Guests buying tickets online at MysticAquarium.org will save 16% of all admission categories.
Guests won’t find wildcats, bulldogs, tigers or golden gophers while enjoying Mystic
> Click here to learn more. Farmington, CT – ConnectiCare, one of Connecticut’s leading health plans for more than 35 years, received two awards at the 13th Annual Stevie® Awards, held in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 22, 2019.
ConnectiCare’s member services call center took home a bronze award for Contact Center of the Year (Up to 100 Seats) - Financial Services Industries. The member services management team received a silver award for Customer Service Management Team of the Year. More than 2,700 nominations from organizations Mystic, CT – Mystic Seaport Museum announced an initiative to work toward eliminating single-use plastics on its 19-acre site on the Mystic River.
The program is being developed and implemented through the leadership of a staff Sustainability Committee in collaboration with the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md. The teams at each museum share information, resources, ideas, and results of implementation efforts, and will be giving a joint presentation at the 2019 Council of American UCFS is looking for contractors to bid on the renovation of our New London office.
UCFS is seeking contractors to add a primary care function to our existing behavioral health practice located at 351 North Frontage Road, Suite 24, New London (Above Marshalls in the New London Mall). The project will be managed by the Vice President of Business Development (we are not looking for a general contractor or construction manager). The project includes creating two new examination rooms as well as a clean Stonington, CT – New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is looking for young artists to participate in a drawing contest for a calendar entitled "Long Island Sound and Its Watershed: What It Means to Me." The contest is designed to engage youth in environmental stewardship and watershed conservation and is open to all Connecticut students currently in grades K-6. A panel of judges will choose two first place and two honorable mention winners from each grade as this year's award recipients. Their
This piece was originally published by The Day on March 6, 2019 by Amanda Hutchinson. Click here to read the original article.
The food donation portion of Holdridge Home and Garden Showplace’s first trivia night fundraiser for the Ledyard Food Pantry was so successful that employees had to deliver the items to the pantry in a miniature shopping cart parade.
The donations were in conjunction with nearly $2,400 raised by the trivia night, held inside the greenhouse on Feb. 24. About 125 community Waterford, CT – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is the Number 1 residential mortgage lender in eastern Connecticut for the ninth consecutive year, originating nearly 800 mortgages in New London and Windham counties combined during 2018 with a total value in excess of $97 million.
Since 2010, when Charter Oak first became the top residential lender in eastern Connecticut, the credit union has originated 9,157 mortgages in both counties combined with a total value of nearly $1.2 billion, based on annual
Garbini Education and Career Consulting recently celebrated its fifth year in business in January.
Since 2014, owner Scott Garbini has worked with countless families, both domestic and foreign-born, helping to navigate the complicated college search and selection process; providing valuable life and executive functioning skills to young adults; and guiding recent graduates through the early-stage career and job search process.
As of press, Garbini Education and Career Consulting has coached many Eastern CT – The 2020 Class of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s Leadership Program is excited to announce that it has chosen The Light House for its community service project. The leadership program has been acquainting promising local leaders with issues that affect our communities, businesses and the public for over 25 years. An essential part of the program is a service project to benefit a local non-profit organization. The 2020 class has chosen to support The Light House with renovating IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig this week shared a message for taxpayers on YouTube. The Commissioner shared important tips for this year’s filing season, including choosing a trusted tax professional and reminding people to check their withholding.
Please take a minute to listen (by clicking on the link below) and share this important message about the new tax law changes from the IRS Commissioner with your clients and customers via your website, newsletters and social media platforms.Watch the message Norwich, CT – Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank is proud to announce the opening of its new Mortgage Center located at 688 Boston Post Rd., Guilford, CT.
Leading the Mortgage Center is Joseph Castelli, VP, Residential Lending. Joseph is the former founder and President of Guilford Mortgage Services, LLC and brings more than 30 years of expertise and experience to Eastern. Also joining Eastern are Royal Waltrous, Liz Titus, Angela Smith and Mandy Ruggiero. Castelli and his team will specialize in FHA, VA, Reliance Health will be providing CCAR Recovery Coach Academy© for community members this May.
Recognized nationally as the original and leading recovery offering of its kind, CCAR Recovery Coach Academy© is an innovative new approach to healing people's lives that is unlike any other training. It offers participants the once-in-a-lifetime experience to gain new knowledge, be challenged, and reap valuable rewards, providing the essential learning, tools, and resources needed to become an effective recovery
Last December, federal lawmakers created the federal Opportunity Zones program for investors to re-invest their unrealized capital gains into Opportunity Funds – private investment vehicles dedicated to community, business, real estate, and economic development activities in America’s lowest-income communities.
On November 27, Norwich Community Development Corporation (NCDC) sponsored a workshop in cooperation with the Connecticut Economic Resource Center (CERC), Pullman & Comley, and the Southeastern The Day and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut Announce Partnership to Recognize Area Students
Eastern CT – The Day and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut announce the 2019 High School Scholar of the Year awards ceremony to honor outstanding students from seventeen high schools in southeastern Connecticut. The breakfast recognition event will be held March 21, 2019 at Connecticut College.
The Scholar of the Year ceremony will publicly honor outstanding local high school The Light House is pleased to announce a new partnership with Liberty Bank for the 2019 year. This partnership will give The Light House the ability to increase their presence in the community through additional events and outreach, while continuing to provide programming and services to individuals in the Southeastern Connecticut area.
Liberty Bank has a strong tradition of investing in the success of its communities and this partnership displays their commitment to improving the outcomes of nonprofits
What does "Buddy Month" mean? You get to bring a friend to class for free all month long! Just register for 2 tickets, (one regular ticket and one Buddy ticket) put your name and information for the “flying trapeze” ticket and your “buddys'” info for the buddy ticket. It’s that easy!
To be eligible for the free class, all buddies must not have taken a class at Fearless Flyers Academy in the past 12 months. Only 1 free class per buddy.
Visit http://www.FearlessFlyersAcademy.com to register for a Mystic Aquarium extremely excited to announce the arrival of Natasha, a 37-year old female beluga whale to Mystic Aquarium from SeaWorld San Antonio.
As a mission-driven organization, Mystic Aquarium is keenly focused on and fully engaged in conserving and protecting beluga whales. The addition of Natasha to the Arctic Coast allows us added opportunity to advance these important efforts. There is a significant amount of work being done by Mystic Aquarium along with other accredited institutions both Below are a few items that may be of interest to your eastern CT business: Publications and Flyers:Pub 5330 - Reminder from the IRS and the American Payroll Association (with APA logo)Pub 5330A - Reminder from the IRS and the American Payroll Association (without APA logo)Pub 5327 - New tax credit for employers who provide paid family and medical leavePub 5327SP - New tax credit for employers who provide paid family and medical leavePub 5318 - Tax Reform What’s New for Your BusinessPub 5307 - Tax Reform
Groton, CT – The Groton Rotary Club through its Community Awards Foundation will award a total of $7,000 in academic scholar awards in June 2019. Three (3) $2,000 scholar awards, which are one-time awards, are available to graduating seniors from Fitch Senior High School, the Ella T. Grasso Southeastern Technical High School and the Marine Science Magnet School.
Students may obtain applications for the scholar awards at each school’s guidance counselor office. Applications are also available for Dear Mystic Aquarium Community,
Beginning on March 15, 2019, Lancer Hospitality (www.lancerhospitality.com) will assume responsibility for the café service operations at Mystic Aquarium.
Lancer has a proven record of success with other similar institutions throughout the United States. Under this agreement, Lancer will make substantial new investments in our food service operation including renovation of the existing café and seating areas, as well as menu changes and additions. Public NESS Recognized for Outreach and Inclusion Stonington, CT – New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) received the Jim Kilroy Outreach and Inclusion Award for its 2018 achievements. US Sailing is the governing body for the sport of sailing in the United States, and its Community Sailing Committee promotes and supports community sailing across the country. US Sailing's Community Sailing awards recognize organizations and individuals who are committed to promoting public access to sailing. The award was Join us for an entire weekend of Circus fun!
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Friday, The Light House is excited to announce the award of a $156,444 grant from the Connecticut Office of Policy and Management to The Light House’s Community Campus for the purchase of two new wheelchair accessible vans and the renovation of lighting and rooftop units.
The Nonprofit Grant Program was created in August 2013 by Governor Malloy as a way of helping nonprofit health and human service agencies ensure that their funding goes towards assisting those most in need of their services. The program has
New London, CT – The Coast Guard Academy women's rugby team will be playing in the 2018 USA Rugby Fall College Championships in Charlotte, N.C. Coast Guard has an undefeated record of 10-0 for their season.
Coast Guard competed this past weekend in round 16/8 at Vassar. The Bears defeated Fairfield University, 61-5 and moved on to win, 60-7 over Bloomsburg. The final four teams will compete for the championship on December 1-2. Coast Guard will face Vassar in the semifinals. The winner of that game will ResultsMooney Places 4th at NCAA ChampionshipOSHKOSH, Wis. – Sophomore Kaitlyn Mooney finished fourth overall in the 2018 NCAA Cross Country Division III National Championship in Oshkosh, Wis. Mooney crossed the finish line in 21:04 earning All-America honors for the second straight season with a fourth place finish.
Junior Paige Lawler from Washington University won with a time of 20:55, senior Claire Lamb from Otterbein was second in 20:58.7 and senior Annie Rodenfels from Centre was third in
Reliance Health is teaming up with the Hartford Marathon Foundation for their 6th annual Norwich WinterFest 5K and Free FitKids Fun Run. All runners receive swag bags, long sleeved shirts, and soup from Matthew's Catering. The race is open to both walkers and runners at all fitness and experience levels – a fun family event to get moving and active! Proceeds from the race will support Reliance Health's mission of enhancing health through mental wellness. Join in for a fun morning to kick off the holiday New London, CT – The Coast Guard Academy wrestling team which sent a record four cadet-athletes to the NCAA Division III Championships last season with two earning All-America honors are tied for 11thnationally in the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Division III Preseason Rankings.
The Bears are the second highest team ranked from New England as Johnson & Wales was third.
Senior Nick Remke, who earned All-America honors last season with a fifth place finish at 165 pounds, is ranked second Members of the 1963 Football team
The Coast Guard Academy added five new members to its Athletic Hall of Fame last night at the annual Hall of Fame Banquet held in the Otto Graham Hall of Athletic Excellence in Billard Hall to kickoff Homecoming Weekend.
The Class of 2011 had a pair of honorees in Carl Luxhoj (track and field) and Amanda (Frederick) Montour (softball) as well as swimmer Richard Howes ('95), men's basketball player Jeff Prebeck ('08) and the first ever team will be inducted, the 1963 The Connecticut Stonewall Speakers are coming to Norwich!
When: Wednesday, November 7th
Time: 5-7 pm
Where: The Community Conference Room at Otis Library - 261 Main Street, Norwich, CT
The Stonewall Speakers is a panel consisting of volunteer speakers from the LGBTQ Community who openly share their stories and perspectives in order to create an atmosphere where diversity is expressed and honored.
The Stonewall Speakers volunteers offer an opportunity for members of the community to become educated on Kyle Devitte from Inside Lacrosse spent an entire day at the Coast Guard Academy during the first week of October featuring the rise of the Coast Guard men's lacrosse program in The DIII Life.
See his feature below:
NEW LONDON, Conn. — On March 6, 2018, the Coast Guard men’s lacrosse team defeated Wesleyan College, 10-9, in overtime. At the time, the Cardinals were the No. 2 team in Division III. It was the most impactful victory in the history of the Coast Guard lacrosse team, and the biggest upset of
Special 10th Anniversary Event
Acclaimed Russian Pianist to Perform at La Grua Center
Saturday, October 13, at 5 p.m.
Sunday, October 14, at 3 p.m.
Tickets: $25 available online and at the door. Open to the public.
Celebrating 10 Years of Performances
In celebration of the tenth anniversary of its signature Music Matters Concert Series, La Grua Center welcomes acclaimed Russian pianist Yury Martynov for two concerts on October 13 and 14.
Yury Martynov, professor at the prestigious Moscow Coach Kevin Ollie, inspired by athletes with disabilities, opened his fifth Kevin’s Kourt at Channel 3 Kids Camp in Andover, Conn., a camp designed for children with and without special needs. The opening included a special ceremonial Net Raising with Coach Ollie, campers from Channel 3 Kids Camp, Ryan Martin Foundation & Hospital for Special Care Junior Wheelchair Basketball program, Denise Hornbecker, Channel 3 Kids Camp CEO, and Jillian Wood, Channel 3 Kids Camp Board President.
“Kevin’s Kourt” is a Richard S. Cody, an eastern Connecticut attorney with extensive experience handling matters in the municipal, land use & zoning, environmental and corporate arenas has joined Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law in the firm’s New London office. Attorney Cody originally worked at Suisman Shapiro from 1987-1992 and now returns as a very seasoned lawyer. He currently serves as the town attorney for Windham, Canterbury and Sprague, Connecticut.
“Rich is well recognized for his legal work throughout eastern Waterford broadcaster and TV and Radio producer is seeking local Eastern Connecticut companies to sponsor a new online TV show aimed at helping reduce crime in Eastern Connecticut, with help from the regions police departments.
CrimeWATCH Connecticut will initially be a once a month review of on going situations in Eastern Connecticut where the police need the public's help.
The show will also help introduce new officers to the community and new police initiatives, as well as practical information from
Wednesday, September 12 at 6 p.m.
$5 Suggested Donation
Native Americans in SE New England, with Jason Mancini
Beyond Reservation: Indian Survival in Southern New England
There are roughly nine million acres of land in southern New England. The process of colonization by Europeans was so rapid and thorough that by the American Revolution, Indians in this region collectively possessed less than 30,000 acres. This presentation provides an overview of how Indians and their communities responded to land
Registration is open for the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling’s 15th Annual Conference, which will be held on October 23, 2018 at the Hilton Mystic. This year we’re excited to feature Spencer Christian as our keynote speaker! Best known as the former weather forecaster for ABC’s Good Morning America, Spencer recently authored a book entitled, "You Bet Your Life,” in which he details his struggles with disordered gambling. We are also thrilled to be joined by Cam Adair, internationally-known Dr. Patel treats general orthopedic conditions & specializes in treating disorders of the knee, hip, & shoulder, including replacements when necessary.
He is Fellowship Trained in Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, & Cartilage Restoraton.
He is committed to getting his patients back to work & activity as quickly as possible. He is on staff at William Backus Hospital in Norwich.
Dr. Patel is scheduling appointments at the North Franklin office of Orthopedic Partners. To schedule an appointment, call 860 Are you bilingual and would like to put your skills to work?
Join us for a Free 2 hours Workshop offered by "The Protocols of Professional Interpreting Practice"Basic industry requirements:
Excellent Language Proficiency (oral and written)
Flexible Schedule
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Date: Friday, September 21st, 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Location: Chamber of Commerce Eastern Connecticut
Address: Reliance Health is now offering Youth Mental Health First Aid.
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis.The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for New London, CT – Shaakira Hassell, the Coast Guard Academy head strength and conditioning coach, has been selected for the Bill Walsh Minority and Diversity Coaching Fellowship with the Carolina Panthers.
The NFL Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship is proud to celebrate 30 years of helping outstanding coaches gain exposure to NFL training camps and offseason workout programs.
The Bill Walsh NFL Diversity Coaching Fellowship uses NFL Clubs' annual training camps and minicamps to give talented minority On Saturday, September 8, Channel 3 Kids Camp will hold a new and exciting fundraiser called Fun by the Fire. This a unique, adult-only celebration will be presented by Highland Park Market. The event will take place at Channel 3 Kids Camp, 73 Times Farm Road, Andover, CT. The evening will feature food and drinks from some of Connecticut’s top chefs and restaurants.
Beginning at 6:00 p.m., guests will enjoy live music by The Cartells, flowerpot drawings, balloon chances, carnival games with a twist, United Way of Southeastern Connecticut’s Board of Directors has approved funding in the amount of $2,201,636 for the fiscal year 2018-19. This funding supports 49 programs at 25 nonprofit agencies in New London County that work together to provide a vital network of services to help those in need.
Leading the program review and fund distribution are sixty-five trained and knowledgeable volunteers who live or work in New London County who contribute approximately forty hours of volunteer work over several
Stonington Sounds Summer Music Festival Saturday, June 23 starting at 11amStonington Sounds is a free music festival with concerts happening throughout the day in various outdoor/indoor locations in Stonington Borough anchored at La Grua Center and the Stonington Commons Green adjacent to La Grua Center.
The festival will feature a diverse lineup of musicians from classical to jazz and is scheduled so that audiences can stroll, shop, and dine during breaks in the music.
Audiences are encouraged to park Robert E. Fitch High School is seeking 6 business professionals to volunteer to interview students.
The students are gearing up for their final exams. For Shelly O’Neal-Kegler’s Cooperative Work Experience class, she is hoping to have community members do mock interviews for them. The students' grade will depend on different pieces of the process (i.e. resume, cover letter, interview, dress). Interview schedules:
Four volunteers needed for June 15th from 10:50 - 12:00.
Two volunteers needed on June 18th
On May 15, 2018, Attorney John A. Collins, III, was sworn in as a Judge of the Gaming Disputes Court for Mohegan Tribal Court.
In its constitution, the Mohegan Tribe has given exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute involving or arising out of ’Gaming’ to the Gaming Disputes Court which consists of a Trial Court and a Court of Appeals. As used in the Mohegan Constitution, ’Gaming’ includes the development, construction, operation, promotion, financing, regulation and licensing issues, and includes
Westerly, RI – Antonette Terenzio has joined Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes as an independent sales associate working out of the Westerly office.
Prior to joining Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes, Ms. Terenzio met the Rhode Island real estate licensing requirements and completed the comprehensive Coldwell Banker® training program.
"We're happy to have Antonette on our team," said Jim Cahoone, principal broker and owner at Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes. "She has an excellent background in business, a Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) funds in the amount of $120,036 are available to organizations in New London Census County to supplement already existing emergency food and shelter programs. The funds are made available through the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Funding amounts are determined nationally by a board chaired by FEMA. In 2017, this funding was effective in New London County by providing 34,194 meals, 1,094 shelter bed nights, 147 households with
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Celebrating 150 Years of Naval Submarine Base New London
As part of its Military Matters Lecture Series, La Grua Center presents a talk with Capt. Paul Whitescarver, commanding officer of Naval Submarine Base New London. He will discuss a little of the base’s history, but even more importantly, bring us up to date with the base’s mission and role today in an ever-changing world of budget appropriations and shifting foreign allegiances. Q&A and Channel 3 Kids Camp recently appointed five new members to their Board of Directors – Samuel Broomer, Ed Havens Jr., Joseph Rubio, Glenn Salamone, and Danita Sulick.
Samuel Broomer is the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Berkley Re, a Berkley Company. Along with his strong business background, Broomer brings a strong belief that “Everyone Counts, Everyone Matters.”
Ed Havens Jr. is the co-owner of Imperial Oil in South Windsor, CT. Haven’s family has a long history with Channel 3 Kids Groton, CT – Three local non-profit organizations: Emerson Theater Collaborative, Higher Edge, and The Light House are collaborating for the fourth year on a Bowling Fundraiser entitled “All Benefits Children” in order to raise funds to support as many children of all ages and abilities, as well as families in the local community as possible. The event will be held at the Spare Time Bowling Alley, 27 Kings Hwy in Groton, CT on Sunday, April 8, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The cost is $35 per person or During this special edition of Signings & Sightings, newly published author, Michelle Jacobik will debut her first book, Prosperity After Divorce: Take charge of your finances & create the life you really want using Lifestyle Re-Design Planning (TM), to her hometown audience. Jacobik will engage fans in a live discussion followed by a book signing.
*Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Michelle will be signing copies of her book, which will be available for purchase inside The Cabaret Jewett City, CT – For the fourth year in a row, Jewett City Savings Bank has earned top honors as the Best Community Bank in Connecticut in the annual poll of readers of The Commercial Record. The competition sponsored by the prominent trade publication measures the loyalty and satisfaction that readers have with providers of services in the financial and real estate industries.
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Set to open in summer 2018 next to the Fox Theater, this brewery will be Stony Creek’s second brewing operation Attorney Kristi D. Kelly of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law recently prevailed in an appeal on behalf of a client for Veterans Disability Benefits filed with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The veteran applied for service-connected disability benefits in 2014 and was denied service-connection for his claimed ailments at that time. The denial was appealed in 2015 and has been pending for approximately two years. Attorney Kelly successfully obtained service-connection for all of his ailments and Luxe Vegas $100,000 Giveaway Grand Prize Winners to Receive VIP Package to Spectacular Las Vegas Resort
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Mashantucket, CT – If an exciting winter escape is calling your name, Foxwoods® Resort Casino, the Northeast’s premier resort destination, is your go-to destination for the ultimate getaway and award-winning entertainment.
This February, spice up your Valentine’s Day celebrations with musical performances from country superstars like Chris Young and Dwight Yoakam or enjoy the cultural dance phenomenon that is The Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition will present “Arts & Health InterSECT: Creating Health & Wellness Through the Arts in Southeastern CT” on Friday, February 2, 2018 from 9:00am to 11:30am at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center in Ledyard, the first of its kind in the region. The event is free to attend but registration is required, www.CultureSECT.org .
Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition Executive Director, Wendy Bury, said, “The arts have a powerful impact on health and wellness.“ Bury New London, CT – Local travel professional Marc Bokoff recently received a significant award for “Best Year over Year Growth” at the Cruise Planners’ 2017 Ignite Convention in Cancun, Mexico.
Bokoff joined Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative as an independent franchise owner in late 2016. For more than two decades, Bokoff served the region’s travel needs as the owner of Bokoff-Kaplan Travel Services, helping travelers with quality solutions for all types of individual and group United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is contributing an additional $25,000 to the American Red Cross, Connecticut Chapter, due to the increased strain and demand the organization is facing from events including numerous major hurricane events, fires in western states, and earthquakes in Mexico. United Way of Southeastern Connecticut already funds the Red Cross Armed Forces Emergency Services and Disaster Services Programs on an ongoing basis.
“United Way in New London County is proud to send United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is pleased to announce that two grants have been approved for programs that help individuals and/or families living in New London County improve their financial stability. As part of United Way's partnership with the selected programs, funding will be provided for one year to pursue and accomplish the goals indentified by United Way.
A volunteer Grant Review Team reviewed all of the applicants and made funding recommendations to United Way’s full Board of Directors. Norwich, CT – Reliance Health (formerly Reliance House), a non-profit community mental health center, has purchased 2-6 Cliff Street in Norwich from Lord Properties. With several day programs already in place at the building, including their Outpatient Clinic, Reliance Health is focused on bringing programs together, providing increased accessibility, and enhancing service offerings.
Reliance Health has experienced rapid growth and expansion since its inception in 1976. The agency, which started as a United Way of Southeastern Connecticut is partnering with local schools across New London County as part of the annual Read for the Record event. Join us as a volunteer reader on October 19, 2017 to be a part of the world’s largest shared reading experience.
Read for the Record from Jumpstart brings together more than two million people each year in classrooms, libraries, community centers, and homes across the U.S. This annual campaign was launched over a decade ago to highlight the importance of building September is Hunger Action Month (HAM), when Feeding America and member food banks, including the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center (Food Center) and Citizens Bank, United Way’s HAM sponsor, ask everyone in America to take action to fight hunger in their community. The Food Center is a program operated by United Way of Southeastern Connecticut.
During Hunger Action Month people can get involved by running a food drive, raising awareness, volunteering, making a donation, and wearing orange, the Dr. Vafek is a graduate of Yale, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed her Orthopaedic Surgery Training at Wake Forest University.
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Stonington, CT – As part of our Military Matters Lecture Series, on Wednesday, August 16, at 6 p.m., La Grua Center will present a talk with CT Office of Military Affairs Executive Director Bob Ross, who will give an overview of Connecticut’s partnerships, programs and investments to support the state’s defense industries, prepare for the next round of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) and enhance quality of life for service members and their families. Q&A to follow.
This new lecture series launched in
Essex, CT – Deven Spear has joined Connecticut-based Overabove as the strategic marketing firm’s Chief Innovation Officer.
Former managing partner of Spear Consultants Ltd. and CEO and founder of BrightDoor Systems, Inc., Spear previously partnered with the Overabove team on successful sales and marketing engagements including Homestead Preserve in Virginia and New Hampshire’s Mount Washington Resort.
“Joining Overabove gives me a great opportunity to apply the lessons I’ve learned in real estate sales United Way of Southeastern Connecticut’s Board of Directors has approved funding in the amount of $2,219,673 for the fiscal year 2017-18. This funding supports 47 programs at 21 nonprofit organizations in New London County that work together to provide an essential safety net services to help those in need.
Leading the program review and fund distribution are trained and knowledgeable volunteers who live or work in New London County. Volunteer teams evaluate program performance and analyze program results. Just in time for the start of the 2017 summer camp season, Bob’s Discount Furniture stepped up to donate 66 new mattresses and 200 pillows. The items will be used to furnish three newly constructed cabins that will house children who attend the Channel 3 Kids Camp this summer.
Cathy Poulin, Public Relations/Outreach Director for Bob's Discount Furniture attended to oversee the delivery and meet some of the children that attend the year-round child care center.
More than 2,500 children from across Stonington Sounds Summer Music Festival Saturday, June 3 starting at 10am
Stonington Sounds is a free music festival with concerts happening throughout the day in various outdoor/indoor locations in Stonington Borough anchored at La Grua Center and the Stonington Commons Green adjacent to La Grua Center.
The festival will feature a diverse lineup of musicians from classical to jazz and is scheduled so that attendees can shop and dine during breaks in the music.
Audiences are encouraged to park in public Foxwoods is Buttering Guests Up with Delicious Lobster Dishes Across the Resort
Mashantucket, CT – Foxwoods® Resort Casino is serving up a vast array of lobster entrées for this summer’s Lobster Madness from June 1 – September 5. As part of Foxwoods’ Summer of Dreams 4, guests can eat their way around the resort enjoying the robust options of Lobster dishes, prepared to the style and cuisine to meet the liking of everyone’s tastes.
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Mashantucket, CT – The long-awaited months of summer are finally here, and Foxwoods® Resort Casino is excited to kick the season off with some of the best entertainment acts! The Grand and Fox Theaters will host GRAMMY award winning performers, comedic superstars, death-defying circus acts and pop culture fan favorite, ComiCONN. “That Cool Pool Party Want a great day out on the water while helping kids at the same time? Anglers are invited to sign up for the Connecticut Charter Party Boat Association’s (CCBA) 2nd annual deep sea fishing tournament to benefit Channel 3 Kids Camp on July 27 in Waterford. Raymarine is Presenting Sponsor of the event for the second straight year.CCPBA boats will gather at Mago Point Marina in Waterford on July 27 starting at noon. The shotgun start is at 1:00 PM and the boats will fish near one another. The entry fee of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut hosted its Campaign Celebration event on May 5th to recognize local businesses and organizations that ran outstanding fundraising campaigns and volunteer year-round on behalf of United Way. More than 350 community leaders and volunteers gathered at Mohegan Sun to celebrate around the theme "Anyone can be a hero."The Campaign Celebration was sponsored by Mohegan Sun and the subsequent snack packing project was sponsored by the MDA-UAW Local 571 so that no donor dollars The Lyme Art Association presents the annual showcase of the best new works of art by Elected Artists Members. These artists are professionals of note and significance whose works are known, collected, and exhibited throughout the country, as well as along the Shoreline.
Gallery Manager Jocelyn Zallinger says, "Each year this exhibition fills the gallery with some of the finest representational artwork from living artists that our visitors are likely to see. Our Elected Artists are so accomplished and it One in every 5 Americans is affected by a disability – that’s 56 million Americans. Easterseals Walk With Me Mystic, happening on Saturday, May 6th at Olde Mistick Village and Mystic Aquarium, provides crucial support for Easterseals Capital Region & Eastern Connecticut’s services for people challenged with disabilities, services that include medical, pediatric, and traumatic brain injury rehabilitation; neuropsychological services; autism spectrum diagnosis; dementia clinic; vocational rehabilitation; Increasing the number of financially stable households in the City of Norwich is the purpose of new funding awarded by the Boston Federal Reserve. Called the Working Cities Challenge Grant, a core team, led by United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, has set a goal to increase the number of low-income and diverse households in Norwich who become financially stable by 20% over the next ten years. This would be achieved by investing in economic development and cross-sector initiatives that will create a March Heats Up with GRAMMY Award-Winning Music and Comedy Superstars
Mashantucket, CT – Got a case of Spring Fever? Foxwoods® Resort Casino, the Northeast’s premier entertainment destination, is continuing its 25th Anniversary celebrations all month long with a lineup of must-see entertainment performances to help shake off the winter chill. With a slate of GRAMMY Award-winning musical acts and world renowned comedians set to wow guests at the state-of-the-art Grand and Fox Theaters, there is truly On April 1, 2017, $139,638 will be available in Emergency Food & Shelter Program funds (EFSP) to organizations in New London Census County to supplement already existing emergency food and shelter programs. The funds are made available through the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency. Funding amounts are determined nationally by a board chaired by FEMA. In 2016, EFSP funding in New London County provided 26,827 meals, 2,740 shelter bed nights, 134 households with rental Channel 3 Kids Camp is holding its 9th annual W.R.A.P. (Women Raising Awareness Philanthropically) Luncheon on May 21st at the Connecticut Convention Center in downtown Hartford. The event was created to help build positive networking opportunities while honoring the work of a woman for notable philanthropic contributions in her field and community.
Channel 3 Kids Camp is pleased to honor Chief of the Mohegan Tribal Nation, Lynn Malerba. Her name, Mutáwi Mutáhash translated means “Many Hearts.” This name
Lisa M. Sanders, M.S., SHRM-CP, PHR and professional artist (Flower Branch Studio) launches "a boutique human resources firm" to assist small businesses with their HR needs!
HR Masterpiece, L.L.C. can serve as your personal human resources assistant without the costs associated with the overhead of a full-time hire. - “I have a M.S. in Organizational Psychology and over ten years of experience serving in human resources. I also have a background in fine arts with a studio (South Studio #8) located in the Dime Bank Foundation recently awarded $4,000 to Operation Warm to help provide new winter coats to underprivileged school-aged children attending educational programs at TVCCA’s Norwich and New London locations. With assistance from employees of Dime Bank, the staff at TVCCA distributed the brightly colored coats to students who were most in need.
Operation Warm is a non-profit organization which manufactures and provides a thoughtfully designed collection of brand new winter coats to children in need, Dime Bank is once again partnering with The Salvation Army for their annual Angel Tree program, which provides new clothing and toys for children of needy families. Each Angel Tree is decorated with paper angel tags with the first name, age, and gender of a child in need of a gift. Contributors remove one or more tags from the tree and purchases gifts for the child described on the tag.
Dime Bank is participating in all 12 of its branches, where employees as well as customers can assist someone in need Norwich, CT – This week marked the 20-year anniversary of the opening of Dime Bank’s corporate office site, located at 290 Salem Turnpike in Norwich.
“A lot has happened in the two decades Dime Bank has been centered here at 290 Salem Turnpike,” said Dime Bank President Nicholas Caplanson. The Bank was founded in Norwich though when we needed to expand our offices 20 years ago, this facility enabled us to keep our roots in Norwich while we grew. This in turn helps us to maintain our community-first Norwich, CT – Dime Bank recently hosted a group of 25 Bacon Academy students at its Colchester branch to promote financial literacy through Dime Academy-a community education initiative designed to empower our community to manage their financial future. The Academy’s goal is to create long-term relationships with schools in the Bank’s footprint to encourage financial literacy from children to adults.
Bacon Academy students toured the new, high-tech branch while learning about the importance of opening Norwich, CT – Reliance Health, formerly Reliance House, a Norwich-based non-profit community mental health center on a mission to enhance health through mental wellness, is the recipient of the Backus 2016 President’s Award.
The award, which includes a $5,000 donation to the organization, was announced at Backus Hospital’s Annual Meeting on Nov. 16. It was established in 2011 to honor people and organizations that collaborate with Backus to help improve health and quality of life in the community.
“In New London, CT – Firm shareholders Matthew E. Auger, James P. Berryman, Michael A. Blanchard, John A. Collins, III, and Jeffrey W. Hill recently elected Eileen C. Duggan as a Shareholder of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law. She is the first woman to serve in this senior leadership role for the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut.
Eileen heads the firm’s Labor, Employment and Municipal Law Department. She has served as the Town Attorney for the Town of Groton for 10 years, and recently became a Stonington, CT – Horses Healing Humans presents their annual Farm to Stable to Table Benefit Dinner on Sunday, September 18th from 5 to 9 in the evening.
Tickets are now available and limited on a first-come first-serve basis. Tickets are $120 per person, or $1,000 for a table of eight.
Ticket includes an Al Fresco dinner on the Horses Healing Humans' grounds featuring locally sourced and ethically grown cuisine, local wine and live music. Enjoy a cocktail reception on the terrace and a silent auciton in Overhead Door Co of Norwich is having an OPEN HOUSE on August 20, 2016 from 9am-2pm with ONE DAY DISCOUNTS! Including 30% off of Retractable Awnings, 15% off of Garage Doors, 5% off of Electric Motors for Garage Doors, 10% off for All Flags, including United States Flags!
Come Visit us and just say hello and enjoy a cold drink, free food and some music! See you at 88 Route 2A, Preston.
Mystic, CT – The Denison Pequotsepos/Coogan Farm Nature and Heritage Center has revamped its Homeschool STEM program to better serve its students and families and to accommodate the recent growth the program has seen.
The Nature Center has been offering a monthly homeschool STEM class for more than a decade. Last year a second class each month was added because of increased demand. In advance of the 2016-17 school year, the program has been reorganized to better meet the needs of the students who attend. The Medal of Honor Recipient Recognition ’56 Ford Thunderbird will be the centerpiece of an interactive exhibit and heroes tribute coming to the dealership during the
2016 holiday season and beyondNew London, CT – On Sunday, August 14, at 1pm the public is invited to witness the unveiling of a one-of-a-kind Medal of Honor Recipient Recognition 1956 Ford Thunderbird at Mike’s Famous Harley-Davidson.
The Medal of Honor car is an awe-inspiring artistic tribute to our country’s military heroes who have
Mystic, CT – The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is one of more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer in collaboration with the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families,
and the Department of Defense.
The program offers free admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel including National Guard and Reserve and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2016. Leadership support for Blue Star Families Promoting automatic savings to help people reach their savings goals
Norwich, CT – As part of America Saves Week 2016, scheduled for February 22 – 27, 2016 Dime Bank is spreading the saving message and urging its network to encourage people to make savings automatic as part of America Saves Week. Dime is offering financial workshops at Jack Jackter Intermediate School in Colchester, CT, along with events at Mitchell College and Three Rivers Community College, located in New London, CT.
In response to A SPECIAL INVITATION AND OFFER TO SEE IMAGINE DRAGONS AT FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO NEW YEAR’S EVE!
Imagine Dragons is bringing their passionately inventive brand of alt-rock to arenas with hits like “Radioactive,” “It’s Time,” “On Top of the World,” and “Demons.” Rock out with Imagine Dragons and opener MS MR this New Year’s Eve ONLY at Foxwoods!
As a valued community partner, Foxwoods would like to give you an exclusive offer! Receive a FREE $50 gift card to SHRINE with any purchase of a $125 ticket, and Old Lyme, CT – High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, one of the oldest and largest therapeutic riding centers in the United States, recently elected two new members to its Board of Trustees. John Catlett, and Jacqueline Kangley, both of Hadlyme, were voted into office at High Hopes’ 41st Annual Meeting in late October.
John Catlett spent 26 years with global consulting firm Accenture before retiring as a senior partner. In that role, he focused on the pharmaceutical industry specializing in Research and
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of New London County Seashore will hold a kickoff for the annual event on February 7, 2015 from 10.am. to 12 p.m. at Great Neck Country Club, 28 Lamphere Rd. Waterford. The Society is inviting people who are interested in learning more and getting involved in the event to attend.
The kickoff program will honor cancer survivors and caregivers and feature the Society’s mission to save lives from cancer. Attendees will have the opportunity to register a team for Workshop Series Focusing on the Business of ArtRegistration Opens Saturday January 3
Second Trimester: Presentation and the Fine Art of FinanceThursday, Jan. 22: Enlighten Your Audience: Writing an artist statement from the inside outTuesday, Feb. 24: Pay Uncle Sam and Build a BusinessTuesday, March 24: Protect Your Art
NEW LONDON - Hygienic Art is excited to produce the second trimester of the Artist Academy, an educational workshop series focused on the business of art. Following a successful first United Community & Family Services (UCFS) has been awarded $2,000 from the Co-Trustees for the Olga Sipolin Children’s Fund. The funds will allow uninsured children to receive preventive dental sealants through UCFS’ Smiles on the Move Dental program. The Smiles on the Move program utilizes mobile dental equipment to visit 63 area school and child care centers in 13 towns and cities in southeastern Connecticut. Registered Dental hygienists provide oral health services including proper brushing and flossing
The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center welcomes the writers and cast working in residency on Home Street Home, a new musical that is about survival and love among runaway teenagers living on the street. Based on true stories of the authors’ experiences of homelessness and punk culture, the story revolves around Sue, a 16-year old runaway who plunges headfirst into the deviant subculture and alternative lifestyle of the streets. After being adopted into a colorful tribe of homeless teens, Sue finds empowerment,
Join us for a cheerful holiday gathering at the Monte Cristo Cottage Friday, December 12 from 5-7pm. The event is free! Enjoy light refreshments and explore the boyhood home of Eugene O’Neill. Following the party, make the short drive to the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center where the National Theater Institute Fall Class will be presenting their Company Debut, a free performance open to the public!
The Monte Cristo Cottage is located at 321 Pequot Ave., New London, CT 06320.
RSVP at goo.gl/14UmDS. Suisman Shapiro attorneys and staff participated in No-Shave November to raise money for cancer awareness. The goal of No-Shave November is to grow awareness by embracing our hair, which many cancer patients lose, and letting it grow wild and free. Donate the money you usually spend on shaving and grooming for a month to educate about cancer prevention, save lives, and aid those fighting the battle.
Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut, serving the community for
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Mystic Aquarium Spreads Holiday Cheer to Salvation Army of New London County
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Get ready for taxes: Important things to know about refunds
Groton Utilities Welcomes New Apprentice from Grasso Tech
Groton Banker Graduates From Industry’s Ivy League Program
TVCCA joins Meals on Wheels America and Subaru of America, Inc. in Sharing the Love this Holiday Season
Leaders of Offshore Wind Industry Tour State Pier in New London, Connecticut
Sails Up 4 Cancer named Share the Love Partner
Eversource and Ørsted Announce Connecticut Economic Development Commitments and Community Contributions
Dime Bank donates 150 Turkeys
Eat, Rock and Be Merry at Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods This Holiday Season
GU/Bozrah Light and Power Present Rebate to Elmbrook Village
Mystic Seaport Museum and Connecticut Library Consortium Launch Partnership to Provide Free Institutional Memberships
Registration Now Open for 3-week Winter Courses that start December 26 at Three Rivers Community College
Groton Utilities Assists Avalonia Land Conservancy with Land Purchase
Branford House at Avery Point
Mystic Seaport Museum Announces Support for Earth Day 2020
Banking is a Breeze with New Online Accounts at Chelsea Groton
NTE Energy names new leadership team
Sound Community Services named a top workplace for 2019
ConnectiCare Expands Resources in Waterbury Region
Chelsea Groton Marketing Exec Blazes a Trail in Banking as Women of FIRE Honoree
Comcast Increases Internet Speeds for Most Customers from Maine through Virginia
Orsted and Eversource Welcome Local Community to Future New London Office
Ørsted and Eversource Welcome Local Community to Future New London Offic
Charter Oak Earns 5-Star Rating for 1st Half of 2019
ConnectiCare Hosts 3rd Annual Healthy Aging Fair
Chelsea Groton Bank Credits Employees for Top Workplace Award
Silver Petrucelli Completes ACES at Leeder Hill Campus
Reliance Health Recognized as a Top Workplace
Comcast Makes Xfinity Flex Available to Internet -Only Customers for Free
2019 Travelers Championship Generates More Than $2.1 Million for Charity
2020 Census: Partnership Fact Sheet
Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
Fall Accelerated Classes Now Open for Registration at Three Rivers Community College
Electric Boat’s Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP)
The Chelsea Groton Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications Through Online Portal
Hartford HealthCare Opens Health Center in Pawcatuck
Lisa Gencarelli Joins Chelsea Groton Bank Retail Lending Division
Comcast Announces Largest Ever Expansion of its Internet Essentials Program to Reach All Low-Income Americans
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SeaChange-Lodestar Fund Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s Merger
Dime Bank to Offer Access to Expanded Investment Advisory Services through Strategic Alliance with Northstar Wealth Partners
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Announces $725,489 in Scholarships
Charter Oak Receives 5-Star Rating for 1st Quarter
Fall Career Training Courses Available Now at Three Rivers Community College
IRS Launches New Tax Withholding Estimator
New Drone Pilot Certificate Program Prepares Students for sUAS Pilot Certificate at Three Rivers Com
Higher Edge Welcomes New Team Members
Don’t Let Thieves Steal Your Good Time on Vacation
Know Your Options: Funding Types For Employer Medical Plans
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IRS Civil Enforcement Webinar
Fur Seals Find Forever Home at Mystic Aquarium
Always Home Awarded Major Big Y Donation
CGA Named Recipient of DIII Diversity Spotlight Initiative
IRS Webinar: Understanding an Offer in Compromise
Golf Fore! Prostate Cancer Research | 24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament | August, 22nd 2019 at Lake of Isles
Silver / Petrucelli + Associates Welcomes New Staff
General Dynamics Awarded $174 Million Contract for Submarine Work
Eastern CT and Southern Rhode Island Wireless Zones to donate 2,800 stuffed backpacks
Greg Curtis Joins Chelsea Groton Bank as SVP, Chief Technology Officer
Leslie McKillip Joins Chelsea Groton Bank Commercial Lending Division
New England Banks Honored With Prestigious Banking Choice Awards
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Announces New Board Members
Energy-Efficiency as a Bottom-Line Advantage
Luisanna Cabrera Joins Chelsea Groton Bank as Mortgage Specialist
Volunteers needed at High Hopes Therapeutic Riding in Old Lyme
Chelsea Groton Foundation Awards Over $182K in Grants to Area Organizations
Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank Foundation Awards $1,000 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Charter Oak AVPs Complete Executive Education Program
Mystic Seaport Museum to Honor Dark Harbor 20 Class Owners with William A. Baker Award
Chelsea Groton Foundation Presents Scholarships to 16 Rising College Students
ConnectiCare Presents Operation Shower and Operation Recognize to Honor Military Families
Dominion Energy Foundation Awards Channel 3 Kids Camp Grant to Send Children to Camp
CT PTAC Wins Statewide Non-Profit Partnership Award
Chelsea Groton Bank Celebrates 165 Years of Serving the Community
IRS reminder: Taxpayers can help determine the right amount of tax to withhold from their paychecks
Tax Transcripts: Alternatives to Faxing and Third-Party Mailing
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Mystic Seaport Museum Announces Projects to Complement Mission and Enhance Grounds
Charter Oak Receives Top Honors from United Way of SECT
Pfizer Awards Community Grants in Connecticut and Rhode Island
John Banks Joins Chelsea Groton Bank as AVP, Retail Lending Operations Manager
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Aer Lingus offers Discover Your Roots package
Connecticut Siting Council approves Killingly Energy Center
The Spa at Norwich Inn Summer Spa Treatments
Wireless Zone Welcomes Team Member TJ Mallon
Get it Together Workshop for the Overwhelmed Entrepreneur
Always Home Awarded Major Multi-Year Grant
Mystified Escape Room Adventures opens new game
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Supports Merger of The Arc
UCFS Healthcare awarded grant from the Community Foundation of Eastern CT
Flanders Fish Market Joins the Crescent Beach Association to Operate Summer Stand
Charter Oak Selected for 'Workforce Housing' Program
New Film 'Biggest Little Farm' Plays at Mystic Luxury Cinemas Beginning May 23
Three Rivers College Foundation Awards Over $410,000 in Scholarships
Carrie Dyer appointed as CEO of Reliance Health
NTE Energy to Partner with HH Ellis Technical High School
Mystic Knotwork Named in Yankee Magazine's 'Best of New England' Travel Guide
Op-Ed: Southeastern Connecticut Unfurls its Sails
Three Chelsea Groton Employees Graduate from CT School of Finance and Management
Mystic Aquarium Teams Up with L+M Hospital to ‘Seal-abrate’ Impending Arrival of New Seal Pup
Old Lyme’s Bowerbird Celebrates 30 Years
Limited Tickets Remain for Citizen of the Year Honoring Rodney Butler
Chamber Coordinates Regional Promotion at International Travel Expo
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Comcast Volunteers Make Change Happen at Harbor Elementary on 18th Comcast Cares Day
Prominent Trial Lawyer Theodore Heiser Joins Suisman Shapiro
ConnectiCare Kicks Off National Nurses Week
Avery-Copp House Museum 2019 Season Begins May 24
WBDC: Business Plan Clinic
Rootin' Tootin' Fluke'n Showdown May 18 through Sept 28 at AW Marina
O'Neill Theater Center Helps Launch Careers of Meryl Streetp, Jennifer Garner, Lin-Manuel Miranda
Special Foxwoods Offer: Book a Two-Night Unwind Package, Receive $50 Resort Credit
New London's State Pier to Be Hub for Offshore Wind Industry
WBDC to Host 'Business Plan Clinic' 10-Part Series for Entrepreneurs
L+M Hospital Touts New Urology Practice, Capabilities
Norwich Public Utilities Provides Bob's Discount Furniture with $64k Rebate
Chelsea Groton Bank Reports Impressive Financial, Educational, Technical Accomplishments
Mystic Tourism Partners Announce Community-Wide Earth Day 2020 Event
Groton and New London Wireless Zones Receive Top Sales Award
State of the Sub Base ‘Solid, Enduring,’ Outgoing Commanding Officer Says
Leadership Program Tours Local Military Bases
Exhibition of Watercolor Landscapes Opens at Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Chamber Invites Region to Explore Tropical Costa Rica
IRS Provides Tips, Resources for Last-Minute Filers
Reliance Health CEO David Burnett to Retire After 41 Years
Pat Munger Construction Co. Inc. Featured in Metal Construction News
6th Annual Women-Owned Business Day in Hartford is April 30
Stunning New Tiffany Lamp Arrives at Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Free Skin Cancer Screenings Offered May 6 at Smilow Cancer Hospital in Waterford
Give Mom a Red Door Salon Gift Card, Receive Additional Value
Charter Oak Receives Top 5-Star Rating for 2018
Chelsea Groton Bank Earns BauerFinancial 5-Star Rating for 100 Consecutive Quarters
Chamber Foundation Accepting Applications for Student Scholarships
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Chamber Partners to Host Tourism Industry 'Fam Tour' April 29
Nominate a Business That Contributes to Improving Our Environment
Chamber to Host Governor Lamont at April 25 Luncheon in New London
Chamber to Host 'State of the Submarine Base' Luncheon with Captain Whitescarver April 17
Augmented Reality Comes to Life at Mystic Aquarium
Chamber Collects Over 100 Articles of Clothing for Save-A-Suit Collection
Chelsea Groton Bank Selected to Participate in Equity Program
Reliance Health Wants to Know How You Care For Your Mental Health
Chamber Recognizes NESS as Nonprofit of the Year
Chelsea Groton Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications
Chamber Reports Successful 2018 at Recent Annual Meeting
Charter Oak President & CEO Appointed to Fed Advisory Council
Three Rivers Alum Creates Endowed Scholarship in Honor of her Grandmother
Chamber Foundation Provides $120,000 to 37 Non-Profits That Benefit Local Children and Families
IRS Warns of New Phone Scam Using Taxpayer Advocate Service Numbers
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center and Area Youth Create a Native Meadow
Thames River Innovation Place Seeking Project Proposals
Mystic Aquarium Announces New Plastic Pollutions Exhibit
Chelsea Groton Bank Hosted 13th Annual Money Madness Seminar for Over 250 Local High School Students
Center for Hospice Care to Become Part of Hartford HealthCare at Home
Robinson+Cole Participates in Manufacturing Roundtable Hosted by the White House
Charter Oak Offers Homebuyer Assistance Program
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Comcast Makes Emmy Award-Winning X1 Platform Available to Businesses Nationwide
Mystic Aquarium Celebrates College Tournament with Sweet Discount
Pre-Order Your Mystic Aquarium Specialty License Plate Today
ConnectiCare Call Center Receives International Recognition
Mystic Seaport Museum Launches Program to Eliminate Single-Use Plastic
UCFS Seeking Contractors to Bid on Renovation of New London Office
NESS Accepting Entries for Long Island Sound Drawing Contest
Holdridge Home and Garden Showplace Fundraises for the Ledyard Food Pantry
Charter Oak Remains No. 1 Mortgage Lender 9 Years in a Row
Garbini Education & Career Consulting Celebrates 5 Years
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Chamber Leadership Class of 2020 Chooses The Light House for Community Service Project
IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig Shares Message for Taxpayers
Eastern CT Savings Bank Announces Opening of New Mortgage Center in Guilford
Reliance Health Offering CCAR Recovery Coach Training
Norwich Community Development Corp Explores Federal ''Opportunity Zones'' Program
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High School Scholar of the Year Event: March 21 in New London
The Light House Announces New Partnership with Liberty Bank
March is Buddy Month at Fearless Flyers Academy
Mystic Aquarium Welcomes Beluga Whale Natasha
Important Tax Info for Eastern CT Businesses
Groton Rotary Club Announces Scholar Awards Available
Mystic Aquarium Announces Partnership with Lancer Hospitality
NESS Receives Award from US Sailing
Flying Trapeze retreat weekend April 26-28, 2019
The Light House Receives Grant From CT Office of Policy and Management for Van Acquisition and Building Renovations
Coast Guard Women's Rugby Advances to Final Four
Coast Guard Sophomore Places 4th in the Nation
Reliance Health's Norwich WinterFest 5K Set for Dec 1
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Coast Guard Wrestling Ranked 11th Nationally in Pre-season Poll
Coast Guard Academy Adds Five to Athletic Hall of Fame
Reliance Health GSA to Host Stonewall Speakers
Coast Guard Bears Featured on Inside Lacrosse's DIII Life
La Grua Center Presents Acclaimed Russian Pianist Oct. 13-14
Kevin Ollie Opens 5th Kevin's Kourt at Channel 3 Kids Camp
Veteran Municipal, Environmental and Land Use Lawyer, Richard S. Cody, Joins Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law
Eastern Connecticut NEW Online Crime TV Show Seeks Sponsors
CT Humanities Director Jason Mancini to Speak at La Grua Center September 12
Registration now open for the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling’s 15th Annual Conference
Nimit Patel, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, Joins Orthopedic Partners
How to become an Interpreter / Translator
Reliance Health Now Offering Youth Mental Health First Aid
Coast Guard Strength Coach Earns Fellowship with NFL
Get your Camp on and Enjoy an Evening of Fun by the Fire
United Way announces more than $2.2 million in funding to local health and human services
4th Annual Stonington Sounds Free Summer Music Festival Saturday, June 23
Mock Interview Volunteers Sought by Fitch High School
Suisman Shapiro Attorney John A. Collins III is Appointed as Judge of Mohegan Gaming Disputes Court
Antonette Terenzio Joins Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes
Funding Available for Local Emergency Food & Shelter Programs
Naval Submarine Base Commander to Speak at La Grua Center April 26
Channel 3 Kids Camp Announces New Board Appointments
All Benefits Children - Fourth Annual Bowling Fundraiser
Michelle Jacobik (Prosperity After Divorce) Author Talk & Book Signing at Mohegan Sun Cabaret!
Jewett City Savings Bank is ''Best Community Bank in CT'' for Fourth Consecutive Year
Foxwoods To Open Stony Creek Brewery in Summer 2018
Attorney Kristi Kelly of Suisman Shapiro Succeeds in Appeal for United States Veteran Denied Benefits
Foxwoods Promotion to Send 20 Winners to Caesars Palace in Las Vegas
Enjoy Love at First Bite This Valentine's Day at Foxwoods
Foxwoods Unveils February Entertainment
Arts & Health InterSECT to Catalyze Arts-based Health and Wellness Efforts in Southeastern CT
Marc Bokoff Wins Prestigious Award for Exceptional Performance
In Wake of Recent tragedies, United Way Makes Additional $25,000 Contribution to Red Cross, CT Chapter
United Way Announces Grants to Promote Independence and Financial Stability
Reliance Health Purchases 2-6 Cliff Street from Lord Properties
United Way looking for Volunteer Readers for October 19
United Way Celebrates Hunger Action Month
Orthopedic Partners Welcomes Dr. Emily Vafek to our Niantic Practice
CT Office of Military Affairs Executive Director Bob Ross to Speak at La Grua Center August 16
Overabove Names Deven Spear Chief Innovation Officer
United Way Announces More Than $2.2 Million in Funding
Bob’s Discount Furniture Donates Pillows and Mattresses to Channel 3 Kids Camp
3rd Annual Stonington Sounds Free Summer Music Festival - Saturday, June 3
Lobster Madness Comes to Foxwoods Resort Casino This Summer
Foxwoods Announces June Entertainment Lineup
Connecticut Charter and Party Boat Association Hosts 2nd Annual Charity Deep Sea Fishing Event
Mohegan Sun and its Employees Receive United Way's Highest Award
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Lyme Art Association Presents the ''96th Annual Elected Artist Exhibition'' and ''In the Red''
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Sponsors, Volunteers & Teams Sought for 15th Annual Easterseals Walk With Me
Norwich Awarded Working Cities Challenge Grant
Foxwoods Resort Casino Announces March Entertainment Lineup
United Way Announces Emergency Food and Shelter Funding Available
Wally Lamb to Speak at Annual Women's Luncheon
HR Masterpiece, L.L.C. Launches! New Boutique Human Resources Firm Serving Small Businesses in Four Counties!
Dime Bank Foundation Awards $4,000 to Operation Warm
Dime Bank Partners With The Salvation Army for Annual Angel Tree Program
Dime Celebrates 20 Years at Norwich Corporate Headquarters
Dime Bank Hosts Bacon Academy Students to Promote Financial Literacy
Reliance Health Receives 2016 Backus President’s Award
Attorney Eileen C. Duggan Elected Shareholder of the Largest Law Firm in Eastern Connecticut
Horses Healing Humans' Farm to Stable to Table Benefit Dinner
Overhead Door Company of Norwich to Host Open House August 20
DPNC Offers New STEM Homeschool Program
Medal of Honor Car to be Unveiled at Mike's Famous Harley-Davidson
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center to Participate in Blue Star Museums Program
Dime Bank Joins with Local Schools as Part of America Saves Week
A Special offer to see Imagine Dragons at Foxwoods
John Catlett and Jacqueline Kangley Join High Hopes' Board of Trustees
Relay For Life of New London County Seashore is holding a kick-off!
Hygienic Art Announces Open Registration for the Artist Academy
Olga Sipolin Children's Fund Awards UCFS $2,000
Free Readings for New Musical: ''Home Street Home''
Holiday Open House at the Monte Cristo Cottage
Suisman Shapiro Participates in No-Shave November
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