Chelsea Groton Bank has once again been awarded the highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability from the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. Earning and maintaining this 5-Star rating is proof that Chelsea Groton Bank excels in such areas as capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. This is the 108th consecutive quarter that Chelsea Groton Bank has earned this top rating, which makes it a “Best of Bauer Bank”. This distinction is reserved solely Company recognized nationally for leadership in delivery of energy efficiency programs
Eversource is proud to announce that it has received the 2021 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). It was recognized for its continued leadership in energy efficiency and commitment to the ENERGY STAR program in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. This is the sixth year won in Connecticut, second year Dime Bank recently hosted its 152nd Annual Meeting virtually from its corporate office at 290 Salem Turnpike in Norwich. In his annual State of the Bank presentation to Dime’s corporators, President and CEO Nick Caplanson highlighted a number of topics from the past year, including Dime’s business adaptations during the pandemic, the extension of the bank’s retail footprint into Greater Hartford and another year of strong financial performance.
“The past year was certainly unlike any other but we were It’s hard to believe but water taxi season will be here in just a couple months! Our planning for our 2021 season is underway. Entering our sixth season the Park is poised for continued growth and increased awareness. Sponsoring the Park is a highly visible opportunity to get in front of your customers as well as show your support for the community and local economy.
Our 2019 season had built momentum. Although 2020 severely hampered that momentum, the good news is that we still saw more than 4,000 water
The Stonington Community Center (COMO) is searching for this year’s rad dad! Rad dads are great role models, involved in the community, and want to be advocates for the Stonington Community Center. Do you think you have what it takes? Or do you know a rad dad who fits this bill? The COMO would like to hear your nominations! This fundraiser is open to any and all rad dads in the community.
The Rad Dad 2021 fundraiser is a fun and friendly competition, where dads partner with local business sponsors For the second year in a row, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by Barron’s on its list of America’s Most Sustainable Companies. Ranking as the #1 energy utility on the list and 42nd overall, the recognition from Barron’s represents Eversource’s unyielding commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship.
“At Eversource, we’re working toward a better, more sustainable future for our customers, communities, employees and the environment,” said Eversource Chairman, A 2003 Norwich Free Academy Alumni, Lashawn is not only a proud mother of three but a community leader. She is a licensed foster parent through Waterford Country School and works at the Oak Hill Connecticut Institute for The Blind. LaShawn’s passion for community service began when she served as a youth leader at Tabernacle of Deliverance and Praise. When she was a youth leader, her dance company, Unique Praise Anointed Worship, was also birthed. Cunningham is the founder and director of Blooming into Harbor Village is pleased to announce that we have obtained in network provider status with the following UHC products:
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The Continuum of Care is what makes our community stand apart from conventional Skilled Nursing Center Programs. Partnering with our Vascular Experts, Foot & Ankle Specialist and the L&M Wound & Hyperbaric Center to provide a smooth transition through our program here at Harbor Village, to established care
Governor Ned Lamont and Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Commissioner Katie Dykes today announced that Connecticut’s State Parks system and boat launches are planning to return to providing full services to visitors during the 2021 season, with some state campgrounds opening to campers with reservations today.
DEEP’s operation plan for this season was developed consistent with current guidance for the prevention of SARS-CoV-2 transmission (the virus that causes COVID-19) and based The Norwich Spa & Salon at Graduate Providence, the next chapter in Defining Health & Wellness!
For over 35 years, The Spa at Norwich Inn has built a brand known throughout the East Coast for immersive Spa experiences, expansive beauty and wellness services and innovative signature product lines. A pampering spa where treatments both stimulate and relax. We’ve added a third location to complement our Destination Spa in Norwich and our Resort Spa at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Check out our chic, new downtown We are pleased to announce that the 17th annual Open House Day will continue as planned on June 12! This year, due to the continued uncertainty of the pandemic, each property may choose to promote visits to their property virtually, in-person, or both.
About the event:
Connecticut Open House Day is designed to inspire Connecticut residents to learn about the amazing experiences in their own backyard so that they may spread the word to future visitors and guests. Art galleries, museums, theaters, historic Join the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter in conversation with workplace leaders as we examine the unique challenges faced by working family caregivers, and how employers are responding during these difficult times.
You will have the opportunity to have an intimate and interactive discussion with other attendees on how our mission intersects with yours and how together we can engage employees and customers in a way that impacts employee wellness and improves your bottom line. Think virtual speed
Join us in congratulating our two new Associate Principals, Geoff Sandberg and Katherine MacDougall!
Kate, a former e2 Senior Engineer, has consistently strived to reach new levels of quality, making her a valuable asset to the team. Geoff started with e2 as an intern many years ago and has since achieved a great level of mastery and success in his career.
Both promotions are so well-deserved and we couldn't be happier for our fellow team members! Help is here with $16.2 billion for venues, theatres, and more
The U.S. Small Business Administration will officially open the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal tomorrow, April 8, 2021 at 12 p.m. EDT for operators of live venues, live performing arts organizations, museums and movie theatres, as well as live venue promoters, theatrical producers and talent representatives to apply for critical economic relief, as those eligible entities are some of the first that had to shutter Groton Utilities believes in “Efficiency through Electrification” and wants to help electrify your life!
With that in mind, Groton Utilities is happy to announce our springtime rebate promotion – dramatically increasing our available rebates for Electric Vehicles, HVAC Mini-Splits and Hybrid Heat Pump Hot Water Heaters.
A number of electric products are much more energy efficient and climate friendly than their traditional counterparts and Groton Utilities’ goal is to help ease the financial burden of May is Mental Health Month and Reliance Health is looking to spread happiness while promoting mental health awareness. Send a picture of what makes you happy, along with a one-sentence description to nreynolds@relianchealthinc.org by April 30th to be entered to win a gift card to La Stella Pizzeria. Pictures will be posted on Reliance Health's windows at 40 Broadway in Norwich and shared on their social media and website throughout the month of May.
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has received the final report from the independent consulting group that was selected to provide his administration and the members of the Connecticut General Assembly with an extensive analysis of opportunities to improve efficiency within state government and maintain continuity of critical services in light of an anticipated wave of retirements among state employees by July 2022.
The Cliff Retirements Adding Efficiency, Accountability, and Technology to Local small business owners need your help now more than ever!
SCORE Connecticut depends on volunteers to fulfill SCORE’s mission. SCORE is looking for volunteers with backgrounds and experiences as diverse as the small business owners they serve.
Ready to expand your network, and help make others dreams come true? Get started by submitting a SCORE volunteer application. Over the past 55 years, SCORE’s Connecticut network of business experts has helped guide entrepreneurs. Every day, volunteers help CT's The Internal Revenue Service today issued guidance for employers claiming the Employee Retention Credit under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) modified by the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act of 2020 (Relief Act).
Notice 2021-23 explains the changes to the Employee Retention Credit for the first two calendar quarters of 2021, including:
the increase in the maximum credit amount,the expansion of the category of employers that may be eligible to claim ¡Atención, propietarios de pequeñas empresas! El Programa de Protección de Pago (PPP) se ha extendido hasta el 31 de mayo. Aproveche este tiempo adicional para solicitar este préstamo perdonable.
Únase a SBA el jueves 8 de abril a las 6:00 pm ET para un seminario web en español sobre los cambios recientes en Programa Proteccion de Pago.
Los oradores de la SBA describirán:¿Cómo solicitar un préstamo perdonable PPP y qué es un PPP de primer y segundo sorteo?Nuevo cálculo de préstamos para propietarios
Did you miss the national Shuttered Venue Operators Grant informational webinar on March 30 highlighting the application process for potential eligible entities? The webinar was recorded and you can view it here.
For more information about the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant, visit www.sba.gov/svogrant. Health benefits matter more than ever to employees throughout New England. From mental health options to at-home care, Harvard Pilgrim discusses the six rising trends for 2021.Read the article to learn more.
The University of Rhode Island College of Business is looking for Mock Interview Volunteers for the Week of April 12th-16th.
If you are interested in participating, please fill out a quick survey by April 5th so we can match you with a student(s). We are looking to get responses by April 5th at the latest.
Mock Interview Survey The Internal Revenue Service issued Announcement 2021-7 today clarifying that the purchase of personal protective equipment, such as masks, hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes, for the primary purpose of preventing the spread of coronavirus are deductible medical expenses.
The amounts paid for personal protective equipment are also eligible to be paid or reimbursed under health flexible spending arrangements (health FSAs), Archer medical savings accounts (Archer MSAs), health reimbursement arrangements Chelsea Groton Bank kicks off their 8-week “CU Grow: Online Small Business Bootcamp” on April 1, 2021. The FREE small business series, designed for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, is offered through the Bank’s financial education program, Chelsea University, in partnership with the Norwich Community Development Corporation (NCDC) and the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce (GNACC). Participants will walk away with a wealth of knowledge and a strong foundation for starting or growing a Connecticut Small Business Development Center is excited to announce that we have updated our website and moved to www.ctsbdc.uconn.edu. We are excited to provide an easy-to-navigate website which features useful resources for small business owners.
In order to best serve the needs of Connecticut's small businesses, CTSBDC is committed to ensuring this new site is user-friendly and informative. We will be constantly adding new business tips, live events, and important updates to COVID-19 guidelines. Designed by Miranda Creative, the new website (www.ectsymphony.com) updates functionality to be responsive to multiple devices and incorporates the new logo also designed by Miranda Creative. ECSO’s Board has been working behind the scenes during the pandemic to update the ECSO brand.
“Our new logo with the four bar design is fully inclusive of all of our partners that make up the ECSO: The Friends of the Symphony, the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus, the Youth Orchestra and String Ensemble, and of
Yale New Haven Health has launched Media Briefs, an editorial webpage providing journalists with healthcare news and insights through patient stories and interviews with leading medical experts.
Media Briefs delivers expert-reviewed articles and connects members of the media with background information, data and sources in every area of medicine the health system offers.
Recent topics that tap into timely health issues include:
• COVID-19 variants
• The impact of the pandemic (and the vaccine) on
On the 10th anniversary of its Internet Essentials program, Comcast today announced it would invest $1 billion over the next 10 years to help further close the digital divide and give even more low-income Americans the tools and resources they need to succeed in an increasingly digital world. The announcement coincides with the release of a 10-year Progress Report showing that, since 2011, the company, working in collaboration with its network of thousands of nonprofit partners, has connected a cumulative Munger Construction Honored in Varco Pruden Hall of Fame CompetitionTwo Category Awards: Building Retrofit and Warehousing
March 18, 2021 – Branford, CT; – Pat Munger Construction Company, Inchas been named to Varco Pruden’s 2021Hall of Fame for its American Polyfilm project, rated Best in the Warehousing Category, and for The Lee CompanyBuilding 2 project, rated Winner in theRetrofit Category.
The highly competitive Hall of Fame Awards are presented annually to the independent authorized VP Builders
The U.S. Small Business Administration is launching a splash page for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal today in anticipation of opening applications for the much-anticipated critical economic relief program on Thursday, April 8, 2021.
“Help is here for venue operators hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The SBA has worked diligently to build the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program from the ground up to assist and address the diverse eligibility requirements of each type of
The U.S. Small Business Administration announced extended deferment periods for all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, until 2022.All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2020, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 24-months from the date of the note.All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2021, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 18-months from the Isabella Casillas Guzman has been confirmed as the 27th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. On March 16, the U.S. Senate confirmed President Joe Biden’s nominee with broad bipartisan support, 81-17 votes as Administrator of the SBA. Guzman will represent the more than 30 million U.S. small businesses and lead an agency committed to helping small business owners and entrepreneurs start, grow and be resilient.
“SBA must continue to be a lifeline for small businesses in the months ahead,
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service announced today that the federal income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year will be automatically extended from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. The IRS will be providing formal guidance in the coming days.
“This continues to be a tough time for many people, and the IRS wants to continue to do everything possible to help taxpayers navigate the unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, while also working on important tax
Governor Ned Lamont, Mashantucket Pequot Tribe Chairman Rodney Butler, and Mohegan Tribe Chairman James Gessner Jr. today announced that an agreement has been reached between the Lamont administration and both tribes that will allow the State of Connecticut to modernize gaming options available to state residents, including allowing for sports wagering and online gaming.
The agreement will generate tens of millions of dollars in new revenue for the state, while keeping Connecticut competitive with gaming
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation strives to support local community-based organizations tackling the state’s most significant challenges and help meet the needs our underserved populations. Grants are considered on a quarterly basis focusing on the following priority areas:EducationEconomic SecurityCapacity Building
To help organizations mitigate the impact of the COVID19 Pandemic, the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation will accept requests for direct assistance to provide support to “Survival Systems USA is proud to be recognized by the Department of Labor as one of eight employers here in Connecticut, for the Gold Medallion Award for our commitment to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development.”
– Maria C. Hanna
CEO, Survival Systems USA, Inc.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is the only federal-level award that recognizes employers for their efforts to recruit, employ, and retain our nation’s veterans. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American
B. Michael Rauh, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank, was one of six bankers across the nation to be recently elected to a three-year term on the American Bankers Association (ABA) Board of Directors. He has been appointed to the ABA’s Mutual Institutions Council Administrative Committee for a one-year term, and after serving two years on the ABA Communications Council, was named vice-chair. He also serves as Connecticut’s representative to the Community Bankers Council.
The ABA’s Board of As guests are beginning to return to restaurants, we want to make sure you have the resources available to reopen safely. Check out these resources from CRA's Allied Members offering special member discounts*:
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Background:
Interns, aged 14-24, will work for about 5 weeks in the summer, and we pay them for Worksites. We ask Worksites to provide a job experience that is learning-rich, where youth can find the link between work and training. We're inching closer to being able to have in-person internships, and can accommodate remote opportunities. I’m also required to note that this Program is pending funding, and the number of interns available will be
UCP of Eastern CT is holding its 20th Annual Ambassador Golf Tournament at Stonington Country Club on Monday, May 3, 2021. All proceeds will support UCP programs that advance the independence and full citizenship of individuals with disabilities.
The tournament, sponsored by Sumner & Sumner Insurance, is best ball format. Golfer registration is $175, which includes greens fees, cart, lunch and dinner. An Early Bird registration discount is offered through April 1. Lunch is provided prior to the 1:00 pm
Governor Ned Lamont, members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation, and Connecticut Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera-Bruno today announced the launch of UniteCT, a new state program to provide rental and utility assistance to qualified Connecticut households financially impacted by COVID-19.
As further detailed in the program guidelines, UniteCT may provide up to $10,000 in rental assistance and up to $1,500 in electric utility arrearage payments to landlords and utility companies on behalf of The Town of Waterford approved The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s request of $1,800 at its Board of Finance budget meeting on March 3, 2021. The annual allocation helps support the Community Life & Advocacy (CL&A) program, which offers recreation, socialization, self-advocacy, job preparedness and civic engagement programs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout eastern Connecticut. It’s the only program of its kind in the region, and receives no state or federal Over the past year, Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTCSB) members across the state have been hit hard by the health, safety, and economic effects of the Coronavirus. Many meeting venues, hotels, restaurants, attractions, and related vendors laid off employees or closed their doors temporarily or permanently, and almost all have been forced to modify the way they work.
Despite financial and health challenges, numerous Connecticut businesses and organizations have taken actions to move forward in
Reid and Riege, P.C. is pleased to announce that Thomas R. Kasper has been named its new President.
The Stockholders of Reid and Riege have selected Thomas R. Kasper to succeed Jon P. Newton, who has been the firm’s President since 2016. Tom becomes the eighth president to lead the firm since it was founded in Harford in 1950. A Hartford-based firm with 34 attorneys, Reid and Riege also has offices in New Haven and West Hartford. Reid and Riege is a full-service firm providing legal counsel to
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed legislation enacting a law in Connecticut that expands civil rights protections by prohibiting discrimination, including in the workplace and other public accommodations, based on hairstyles that are commonly associated with people of color, such as afros, afro puffs, Bantu knots, braids, cornrows, locs, twists, headwraps, and wigs.
Known as the CROWN Act, which stands for “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair,” the law takes effect
Celebrating 60 years of serving Eastern CT and 100 years as a national brand, Overhead Door Company of Norwich, Tolland, and Windham County are proud to celebrate both milestones by announcing the addition of our fourth location, Overhead Door Of Middlesex County. The same great family reputation, prices, and services our customers have come to expect over the last 60 years. Will now be available to the shoreline and Middlesex communities.
While serving all your residential and commercial garage door Over the past year, Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTCSB) members across the state have been hit hard by the health, safety, and economic effects of the Coronavirus. Many meeting venues, hotels, restaurants, attractions, and related vendors laid off employees or closed their doors temporarily or permanently, and almost all have been forced to modify the way they work.
Despite financial and health challenges, numerous Connecticut businesses and organizations have taken actions to move forward in New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) will launch its spring after school programs on Monday, March 15, 2021. Designed so that students can sign up for one class or decided to take them all, each day will focus on a different subject within the main theme! The main themes include marine art, green technologies, and animal alphabet. Students can join us as we explore, investigate, and try new activities each week!
Students will learn about microscopic diatoms and arrange them in breathtaking
Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to introduce Chelsea|LIVE Video Banking, a new digital personal experience that gives members the flexibility to bank when, where and how it’s most convenient. There are currently two ways to connect with a Video Banker – either at one of the Bank’s walk-up or drive-up Video Banking ATMs, or via a secure video call made through an app on a member’s phone or computer.
“We are focused on providing innovative tools and services to our members, ensuring that they have Since its launch, 32 companies from around the world have completed the accelerator program, and 75% have secured pilots or agreements with a division or business unit of Comcast NBCUniversal
Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, powered by Techstars, announced today it is now accepting applications for its next program and is seeking startups from around the world that are developing innovations surrounding Connected Living, Next Gen Entertainment, Future of Work, and Personalized Experiences.
Comcast was recently named as one of the Best Places to Work in Connecticut in 2021. The company’s Western New England Region, which is headquartered in Berlin, CT, was ranked tenth in the “Large Companies” category. This is the sixth straight year and thirteenth time that Comcast has been recognized by the prestigious program created by the Hartford Business Journal and Best Companies Group.
“At Comcast, we are continually investing in our products, our communities, and most importantly, our people. We
ConnectiCare employees at the Manchester Center, located at 1487 Pleasant Valley Rd. Manchester, CTConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently received three awards – gold, silver, and bronze – at the 15th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service.
The ConnectiCare centers took home a gold award for Innovation in Customer Service – Other Service Industries, a silver award for Best Customer Satisfaction Survey, and a bronze award for Best Customer Engagement Initiative. More Groton, Connecticut (March 1, 2021) – Frank Morneau, former Commander of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) has joined ThayerMahan, Inc. as Special Advisor for unexploded ordnance (UXO) and munitions and explosives of concern (MEC). Frank is a leading authority on the management of UXO and MEC and will serve as a senior advisor to ThayerMahan’s Seabed Systems Group.
For more information on ThayerMahan’s Seabed Systems: https://www.thayermahan.com/sectors/subsea-infrastructure
Frank will be Now more than ever, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telemedicine has become a vital channel within our health care system. Whether you are already utilizing telemedicine or are not that familiar with it – Harvard Pilgrim shares many of the ways you can make telemedicine work for you. From checking symptoms to seeking emotional support. Learn more.
CT Council on Problem Gambling to Conduct Statewide Awareness and Education Events During March WETHERSFIELD, CT (March 01, 2021) – Governor Ned Lamont has issued a proclamation declaring that March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month in the State of Connecticut. Problem and Disordered Gambling is a public health issue that affects thousands of Connecticut adults and impacts the lives of their loved ones. It is estimated that approximately 70,000 Connecticut adults meet the clinical criteria for gambling
Building on a month of strong Paycheck Protection Program results, the Biden-Harris Administration and the U.S. Small Business Administration are taking steps that will further promote equitable relief for America’s mom-and-pop businesses. These simple progressive steps by the Biden-Harris Administration further demonstrate the commitment to racial and gender equity, reaching low and moderate-income, rural, urban, and other underserved areas. The SBA has established a 14-day, exclusive PPP loan
Are you looking to determine if your business is potentially eligible for a Targeted EIDL Advance? A new mapping tool is available to help you determine if your business is in a low-income community, which is a requirement to qualify for a Targeted EIDL Advance.
Check the tool to see if your business address meets the low-income community eligibility requirement before applying. As a reminder, the SBA is reaching out to potential applicants to determine eligibility, so no action is needed on your part Best Practices for Encouraging Investment in Opportunity Zones to Advance Community Priorities.About this Event
Join us to hear innovative strategies and best practices for aligning investments with community priorities and encouraging investment in your community's Opportunity Zones.
The Opportunity Zone program provides a tremendous opportunity to help under-served communities and offers a path for taxable investors to capture tax-advantaged returns.
Our goal is to inform economic development Since last fall, Yale New Haven Health (YNHHS) has strictly limited in-person patient visitation at its hospitals for the safety and well-being of patients, staff and communities as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
For several weeks, the state and our health system have experienced a downward trend in hospital admissions, positivity rates and asymptomatic patients. Additionally, we now have a large majority of our health care workers fully vaccinated. With the positivity rate for COVID
Jennifer Seuferling was recently promoted to Assistant Treasurer, Cash Management Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank. As a subject matter expert for Chelsea Groton’s suite of business accounts and Cash Management services, Jen will work with new and existing members to identify ways to optimize their banking operations. This includes reviewing current account structures to improve cash flow and enhance efficiency, enabling business owners to spend more time on their business and less time on banking.
In this
The U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development (IATF) and Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) will hold virtual public meetings on March 3 and 4, respectively, via Microsoft Teams.
"Our advisory committees are dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by the military and veteran small business community, especially as businesses work to recover and rebuild in the wake of the pandemic," said Larry Stubblefield, Associate
Building on a month of strong results, the Biden-Harris Administration and the U.S. Small Business Administration are taking steps with the Paycheck Protection Program to further promote equitable relief for America’s mom-and-pop businesses.
The latest round of Paycheck Protection Program funding opened one month ago and already the Biden Administration has succeeded in making major improvements to the program’s implementation:For businesses with fewer than ten employees, the share of funding is up On Monday, February 22, President Biden announced the following changes to SBA's coronavirus relief programs to ensure equity:
Specifically, on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 9 am ET, SBA will establish a 14-day, exclusive PPP loan application period for businesses and nonprofits with fewer than 20 employees. This will give lenders and community partners more time to work with the smallest businesses to submit their applications, while also ensuring that larger PPP-eligible businesses will still have ConnectiCare has always been dedicated to the health of the communities it serves. This past year, under the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic, that mission was more important than ever.
ConnectiCare is contributing to 45 non-profit and municipal organizations throughout the state through its participation in the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program.
We continue, as we have in the past, to make donations to organizations that directly support community health in a trying time as Since 2010, Credit Union Has Originated Nearly $1.4 Billion in Eastern CT Mortgages
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is the Number 1 residential mortgage lender in eastern Connecticut for the 11th consecutive year, originating over 900 mortgages in New London and Windham counties combined during 2020 with a total value exceeding $138 million.
Since 2010, when Charter Oak first became the top residential lender in eastern Connecticut, the credit union has originated almost 11,000 mortgages in The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is excited to announced The Bridge Builders Initiative. This initiative seeks to strengthen equity work within the state-wide network of Designated Regional Service Organizations (DRSO) by placing Arts Community Impact Coordinators within the organization to serve as engagement leads with a focus on cultural vibrancy and social and artistic justice.
DRSOs serve as local field offices for COA and support Connecticut's economy by providing arts and cultural
In a recent virtual meeting, the Norwich Arts Center's Board of Directors held a vote to elect a new member. They are pleased to announce that James R. Marshall III of Norwich has joined the Board of Directors for the 2021-2022 term. Jim has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and is a licensed Professional Engineer. For the major part of his career with SNET and AT&T, he was a Fleet Engineer, designing vehicles to support installing and maintaining the communications network. He also taught Auto Mechanics
The Chelsea Groton Foundation is now accepting applications for the spring grant cycle through the Foundation’s online application portal until Friday, April 16, 2021. Local and regional charitable organizations in the program 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 Thursday, February 18, 2021
2:00 p.m. Eastern, 1:00 p.m. Central, 12:00 p.m. Mountain, 11:00 a.m. Pacific, 9:00 a.m. Hawaii
(60 minutes)
The webinar will:
Provide tips for choosing a tax preparerExplain the types of paid preparersDescribe how to use the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return PreparersDiscuss how to avoid “ghost” tax return preparersReview how to make a complaint about a tax return preparerExplain the third-party authorization processPlus, a live Q & AClick Here to Register The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is excited to launch its 2021 Arts Workforce Initiative (AWI) Program and is currently accepting Intents to Apply from organizations that would like to serve as an AWI Host Organization.
AWI is a paid apprenticeship program that gives Connecticut college students, emerging creatives, formerly incarcerated individuals and military veterans an opportunity to gain high-level professional work experience with not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations throughout Groton, Connecticut (February 2, 2021) – ThayerMahan, Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, completed an underwater survey using its SeaScout system to capture high-quality hydrographic imagery of Connecticut’s Thames River. The survey is being conducted under a National Institute for Undersea Vehicle Technology (NIUVT) project in conjunction with the University of Connecticut (UConn)’s Department of Marine Sciences.
For more information on ThayerMahan’s subsea capabilities: SBA encourages black business owners to leverage the following tools to grow, expand, or recover.
This National Black History Month, we commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the destruction of Black Wall Street where hundreds of small business dreams were deferred in the town of Greenwood, Oklahoma. Today, Greenwood’s 1921 Commission and other small business leaders join forces to help this community rebuild and regain economic equity. SBA also celebrates the immeasurable contributions black business NTE Energy plans to develop more than 5 GW of clean energy projects in the next five years, the company announced today.
NTE is currently working with investment partners to advance development of a clean energy project pipeline that includes 1.2 GW of solar and 3.9 GW of battery energy storage systems (BESS), with 3,000 to 4,000 MW expected to reach commercial operation by 2026.
“Advances in clean energy technology and strong market demand for renewables are positioning 2021 to be a record year,” said
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut’s online business portal – business.ct.gov – continues to add more features that will make it easier for entrepreneurs to find information and services that aid in the process of starting or managing their businesses in Connecticut. Using feedback gathered from entrepreneurs, the state has continued to customize this one-stop-shop experience for users.
Some of the newly added features during this most recent update include:Resource Center: Credit Union’s Emergency Grants Strengthened Food Inventories During COVID-19 Health Crisis
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union donated more than $100,000 in emergency food assistance to eastern Connecticut’s food pantries and food centers during 2020 to help boost food supplies to those in need during the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis.
Charter Oak initially donated $75,000 in emergency grants in April for much-needed food supplies at food centers and food pantries serving New London and Windham Stakeholder Liaison and the CT Local Taxpayer Advocate Office will be partnering again to bring you some important tax tips and information before you file your federal tax return to help you avoid delays with the IRS. Please join us for a Pre-Filing Season Awareness event on Wednesday February 10, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
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The classic utility scam typically involves a caller threatening to disconnect a customer’s electric or gas service because of an unpaid bill and demanding immediate payment. In the case of a Plainville-based company, scammers posing as Eversource have continued to target them – threatening to shut off power unless an immediate payment was made.
“We get scam calls all the time. Last month alone we got multiple calls threatening to disconnect our Request for Proposals are available for the following services:RFP Summary New!Business Services New!Information Technology Support & Related Services New!One-Stop Operator New!WIOA Adult, Dislocated Workers, Youth, & Jobs First Employment Services New!Youth New!
The complete RFP’s are available on EWIB’s website www.ewib.org/rfp-rfq the package contains all the necessary forms & procedures for submission. The Women’s Business Development Council’s Opportunity Fund is pleased to offer the Equity Match Grant Program, providing much needed cash grants of up to $10,000 to women and minority entrepreneurs. Grants are awarded to small businesses in Connecticut with clearly defined projects proven to have a measurable impact. WBDC encourages applications from businesses seeking to purchase critical business assets or pivot to an online business model to help the company grow revenue and improve overall cash flow. In 2020 we helped nearly 600 businesses secure PPP funding to retain nearly 5000 jobs in the region, more than any other financial institution in the area.
Interested in applying with Chelsea Groton Bank, a preferred SBA lender? There are two ways to access the link to Chelsea Groton Bank’s online PPP loan portal:
(1) please contact the Chelsea Groton loan officer that you worked directly with when you obtained your First Draw PPP Loan in 2020, you can find their contact information here, OR
(2) if ThayerMahan to help shape a sustainable Ocean Action Agenda
Groton, Connecticut (28 January 2021) – ThayerMahan, Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, announced today that it was selected to join the World Economic Forum’s Global Innovators Community. The Community is an invitation-only group of the world’s most promising start-ups and scale-ups that are at the forefront of technological and business model innovation.
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Drop in on February 23, 2021 from 9 to 10am to learn more. Meet other affiliates and find out why now is a great time to join.
Please pre-register HERE to receive Zoom meeting information.Attendees of the event receive an exclusive 20% discount off membership fee, valid through March 31, January 15, 2021 (Gales Ferry, Conn) – United Way of Southeastern Connecticut held its Annual Meeting and approved the Officers of the Board, electing one new Director, and appointing two others.
The Officers of the Board are:Chair - William Louis, President, MDA-UAW Local 571Immediate Past Chair - Rodney Butler, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal NationChair-Elect - Marie-Clair Peakman, PfizerVice Chair - Ken Rowland, 1st Vice President, MDA-UAW Local 571Secretary - Nikki Gullickson, Community VolunteerTreasurer The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) supplements the work of local social service agencies, both nonprofit and governmental, to help people with economic emergencies (non-disaster-related). EFSP funds are used to supplement feeding, sheltering, rent/mortgage or utility assistance efforts for programs already in existence. Funding is made available by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and administered locally by United Way of Southeastern
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he plans to introduce legislation during the 2021 regular session of the Connecticut General Assembly that focuses on building a robust workforce in Connecticut by developing and investing in short-term training programs, increasing access to postsecondary education, enhancing workforce data collection efforts, and codifying a new state office focused on workforce development.
With 190,000 Connecticut residents filing for unemployment since the start of the Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has promoted Holly DePerry to Vice President-Business Lending Manager and Evan Sywak and Matthew Voelker to Commercial Credit Analyst to meet the continuing growth in the credit union’s business lending operations.
DePerry joined Charter Oak’s Business Lending Department in 2017 and has extensive business lending experience in eastern Connecticut and southern Rhode Island. She previously served as the credit union’s Assistant Vice President of Business Lending. Both Sywak The New London Public Safety Review Committee (appointed by Mayor Michael Passero and chaired by John McKnight, dean of Institutional Equity and Inclusion at Connecticut College) will discuss its recommendations for strengthening police accountability and police community relations in New London.
Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: This event will take place virtually via Zoom and be available for live viewing on theday.com, Facebook, and YouTube
This event is FREE and
As we begin the new year, we know the upcoming months will continue to look different than normal. Spring will be here before we know it, and the media is already asking about summer. Last year you inspired us with innovative experiences such as drive-through events, socially distant offerings, and unique outdoor dining. Now, tell us your plans for maple season, Easter, Mother’s Day, and the entire spring and summer season.
In our continuing effort to #SupportCTBusinesses, we want to share what you’re The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is pleased to announce that the Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition will serve as the Designated Regional Service Organization for towns in Windham and Tolland Counties beginning this month.
COA partners with Designated Regional Service Organizations (DRSO) that serve as local field offices to constituents and citizens. It is well understood that a variety of arts and culture entities working collaboratively across communities can spur a vibrant and Kevin Merchant, president and CEO of Jewett City Savings Bank, announced recently that the Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation has awarded $5,000 in grants to three local libraries.“Libraries are instrumental in helping promote literacy and educational opportunities for all members of our communities. We’re proud to do our part to provide the funding they need to continue to enrich learning in our neighborhoods,” said Merchant. A grant of $2,000 was awarded to Slater Library of Jewett City to purchase and
The Town of North Stonington has awarded $1,500 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut to help support the agency’s Community Life & Advocacy program. CL&A offers recreation, socialization, self-advocacy, job preparedness and civic engagement programs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout eastern Connecticut. It is the only program of its kind in the region, and one of its components—a 50-member Volunteer Corps – supports over 75 fundraising and community service events throughout Kill A Watt meter kits available at nearly 200 libraries across the state; new heating cost calculator accessible online
With many people continuing to work and learn from home during the on-going COVID-19 pandemic, Eversource is helping customers monitor and reduce their energy usage. The energy company is making it possible for customers to monitor their energy use with the Kill A Watt electricity usage meter. The meter shows how much power is being used by most home devices by simply plugging each Photo caption (L-R): Patrick Green, president and CEO, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital; Sails Up 4 Cancer Director Holly Phelps Miller, volunteer Courtney Moore, L+M Director of Development Alice Soscia, Sales Up 4 Cancer Executive Secretary Karen Davis and Founder and CEO Bob Davis.Lawrence + Memorial Hospital (L+M) announced today the receipt of a $10,000 grant from Sails Up 4 Cancer to provide high quality, patient-centered care to cancer patients.
Specifically the grant will enable the hospital to assist The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation's tax season will start on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns.The Feb. 12 start date for individual tax return filers allows the IRS time to do additional programming and testing of IRS systems following the Dec. 27 tax law changes that provided a second round of Economic Impact Payments and other benefits. This programming work is critical to ensuring IRS systems run smoothly. If filing Ascent built to assist nearly 13 million women-owned small businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza, today announced the launch of Ascent, a first-of-its-kind, free digital e-learning platform geared to help women entrepreneurs grow and expand their businesses. Ascent has valuable content such as tips on preparing and recovering from disasters, strategic marketing and business financial strategy development.
Ascent is a joint initiative between the White House, the As more families seek help to keep their pets during challenging times, the Connecticut Humane Society’s community wellness clinics will continue and even expand their services this year.
Thanks to a $47,000 grant from PetSmart Charities, CHS will bring eight pop-up clinic days to Norwich over the next 18 months. The clinics will give even more pets the opportunity to keep the homes they love rather than landing in a shelter, as the cost of veterinary care—especially when untreated conditions grow
Local non-profit organizations are invited to apply for Pfizer Connecticut’s 2021/2022 competitive grants.
Applications from organizations serving communities in Southeastern Connecticut, the greater New Haven area, and southern Rhode Island will be considered.
Priority will be given to programs that bring STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) to students from elementary through high school. Additional grants will be made to programs that provide for the underserved or to support local civic
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, will re-open the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan portal to PPP-eligible lenders with $1 billion or less in assets for First and Second Draw applications on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 9 a.m. EST. The portal will fully open on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 to all participating PPP lenders to submit First and Second Draw loan applications to SBA.
Earlier in the week, SBA granted dedicated PPP access to Community Charter Oak Federal Credit Union awarded over $674,000 in annual $100 cash bonuses in December to its Gold Rewards members, which is the largest amount since Charter Oak created the unique member-appreciation program in 2010.
“Our Gold Rewards members are some of our most loyal members, so these annual $100 cash bonuses are our way of saying thank you and letting them know how much we appreciate them,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Each year,
As the U.S. Small Business Administration continues implementation of the Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Venues Act, signed into law by President Trump on Dec. 27, 2020, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza made the following statement in regards to Section 325:
“Small business is big business in America, and this Administration will continue to extend a lifeline to small business owners during this critical time. Congress charged the SBA with making debt relief payments The Arc Eastern Connecticut received a $2,303 grant from Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Community Giving Program to develop an iPad Lending Library for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live alone and who during the pandemic might otherwise remain isolated.
“This lending library represents a unique opportunity to make sure that our most vulnerable citizens remain connected during what is a confusing and frightening time for everyone,” said Laurie Herring, The Arc’s Chief Three Rivers Community College, the College Foundation, and Dominion Energy Nuclear Connecticut/Millstone Power Station are again offering 16 full scholarships for the Three Rivers Community College Nuclear Engineering Technology Degree program. The only program of its kind in New England, it is considered the best in the nation. Through classroom, laboratory, and simulator instruction, this program educates students in the theories underlying the safe operation of nuclear power generating stations. For
Please join U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza on Thursday, January 7 at 1PM for a live webinar to announce the launch of Ascent. Ascent is a first-of-its-kind digital online learning platform geared to help women-owned small businesses grow and scale their existing business.
With Ascent, female entrepreneurs will be able to utilize this platform that brings a modern, e-learning experience specifically targeted for women business owners.
This virtual event will include New Capacities, a collective impact project led by United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, has adapted student Career Expo’s for our new world of remote learning and social distancing. Originally intending to support career exploration fairs at the two Norwich middle schools this past Spring 2020 the project changed direction and built the Career Exploration Video Series. The series takes the exploration fair online by highlighting careers in local, in-demand industries through short 3-5 minute video Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that Attorneys Kristi D. Kelly and Roger T. Scully, III, have been named Directors of the Firm, effective January 1, 2021.
“We congratulate our new Directors on this well-deserved professional achievement,” said Robert G. Tukey, Managing Director of Suisman Shapiro. “Hard work and dedication deserve recognition; both Kristi and Roger have demonstrated commitment and leadership within the firm and throughout the eastern Connecticut community.”
Kristi
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, proudly announced that Chelsea Groton Bank, New London County, Connecticut was again awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability, now for 107 consecutive quarters. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates this bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more.
The “Best of Bauer Bank” designation is reserved for banks like Chelsea Groton that have earned Bauer’s highest rating (5-Stars)
As part of its long-term partnership with UConn, Eversource has worked with the university to reduce energy use, cut operational expenses, and advance its overall sustainability and carbon neutrality goals.
Most recently, several energy efficiency upgrades were completed in the Marine Sciences Building at UConn’s Avery Point campus, such as optimizing air changes in labs, installing exhaust controls on three boilers to maximize their efficiency, adjusting controls and schedules in the building management While the Small Business Administration and the Treasury are preparing the guidance for the next round of PPP funding under the new $900 billion stimulus package, the CT Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) recommends that borrowers begin compiling the following documentation:
2019 Business Tax Returns complete with all schedules and 2019 Financials by quarter2020 Business Tax Returns complete with all schedules and 2020 Financials by quarter – draft /estimates may be acceptable2020 State payroll The Three Rivers College Foundation is excited to announce that it will give out an additional $250,000 in scholarships and awards for the 2021 Spring Semester to assist current Three Rivers Community College students with the many difficulties they are facing due to the Pandemic. The monies will be used to remove financial barriers such as tuition, books, fees, online learning codes, and technology needs.
Current Three Rivers students can complete a brief online application at The Day Publishing Company, publisher of The Day newspaper, is launching a new weekly true crime podcast, “Looking for the Todt Family,” on Jan. 13.
Looking for the Todt Family, moderated by Taylor Hartz and Sten Spinella, both journalists at The Day, chases answers and looks beyond the national headlines to tell the Todt family’s story.
“We’ve been investigating this case for more than a year, trying to piece together how a seemingly perfect family from small-town Connecticut became the subject of a Stonington, CT — The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is pleased to announce the addition Dr. Cinda P. Scott, Ms. Caitlyn Slivinski, and Mr. Harrison “Cal” Buxton to the NESS Board of Directors.
“The addition of Dr. Cinda Scott, Caitlyn Slivinski, and Cal Buxton will add to the incredible depth of talent at the NESS Board and we are excited to welcome them aboard,” said Jane Leipold, NESS Board Chair.
Dr. Scott received her Ph.D. in Marine Biology and Fisheries with a focus in Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Department of Labor Commissioner Kurt Westby today provided an update on the Emergency Coronavirus Recovery Act of 2020, known as the CARES Act extension. The law protects Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) programs; allocates an additional $300 per week benefit for all claimants for up to 11 weeks; extends the interest waiver for Trust Fund borrowing; and continues 100 percent federal funding for the Shared Work Now's the time to start your application for Connecticut's longest-running pitch competition, CTNext's Entrepreneur Innovation Awards/EIA. Details and deadlines below.
The Entrepreneur Innovation Awards event features startup and early-stage companies vying for grants of $10,000 or more! There can be one, two, three or more winners - plus the Crowd Favorite and Judges' Favorite grants of $2,000 each. It can add up to one big night for the winners!
How to Apply to Pitch: Visit our new website The Arc Eastern Connecticut received a $10,000 grant from the Dominion Foundation this week for its Communication and Connectedness Crisis Project for People with Disabilities.
An innovative program seeking to prevent isolation of people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, the statewide initiative helps people with disabilities stay electronically connected to families, caregivers, medical professionals, and support staff. The Dominion Grant will
This year, Chelsea Groton Bank and its Foundation provided more than $1,000,000 to non-profit organizations in our communities. The Foundation recently approved $405,820 in grants to 68 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island, which put the full year’s giving total above the $1 million mark for the first time ever. Earlier this year, the Foundation swiftly responded to support emergency relief efforts as well as needs across all giving categories in the wake of the pandemic, making the If your small business is looking to sell its goods and services to the global marketplace in 2021, be sure to check out the Connecticut State Trade Expansion Program (STEP).
STEP grants are funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and help qualifying small businesses start or expand their international trade activities.
In prior years, a significant portion of STEP grants were used to attend and participate in international trade shows like Hannover Messe and the Paris Air Show.
Happy HolidaysWe are missing you all this Holiday Season.
Since we can't be together, we thought of a great gift!
Ken, Steve, Dave & Bill filmed a concert filled with holiday favorites.
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https://youtu.be/jrYYkd8gmic Mohegan Sun was recently recognized as “Industry Innovator” by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s annual awards, also known as the “ECTys,” aiming to recognize excellence in both business and the community. The “Industry Innovator” award showcases businesses of any size that have shown strong ability to adapt to the marketplace by introducing or embracing new concepts or technologies to better serve customers. This award also takes into account businesses that provide unique opportunities for The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced its Fiscal Year 2020 Eagle Awards recipients at its Virtual Annual Lenders Meeting today. SBA lending results in Connecticut for the federal government’s FY20, ending September 30, 2020 reported solid year-over-year trends. CT SBA lending supported over $207 million dollars in loans through its three premier loan programs: the 7a Loan Guaranty Program, the Certified Development Company/504 Loan Program and the Microloan Program.
Nationally, the SBA Mitchell College recently awarded four of its students the inaugural George Floyd Scholarship, recognizing their leadership ability and desire to effect social change. The students – all juniors or seniors studying in the Human Services core, with concentrations in criminal process and behavioral sciences/psychology – received $2500 each for the 2020-21 academic year. Recipients include Emil Cortorreal of New London, Conn.; Desmond Knowles of Indianapolis, Ind.; Dylan Radovich of Groton, Conn.; and Over $200,000 in grant funding has been allocated to market eastern Connecticut tourism
Waterford, Conn. (December 10, 2020) – The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) today announced the final funding recipients for the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program. 9 additional programs were approved for marketing grants to promote tourism and hospitality opportunities in Eastern Connecticut. The total funding of all projects, including the initial projects announced in September totaled $202,267 in COVID-19 Lending, 7(a), and 504 Loans Make FY20 Largest Loan Volume in Agency History
The U.S. Small Business Administration provided historic levels of capital to small business in the past year. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the SBA supported over $750 billion of small business financing and economic relief. Nationally, the SBA’s regular lending programs guaranteed more than $28 billion to small businesses in FY20. In addition, it’s COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury We are proud to introduce a Small Business Relief Loan program for businesses based in Connecticut or Rhode Island, providing business owners a simple way to access up to $10,000 in funding while working to recover from challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. At this time, $2,500,000 in funding has been allocated for this program.
The program features an abbreviated application and minimal documentation in order to get businesses with less than $2,000,000 in annual sales and up to 20 full-time employees Energy company earns top spot for second year in a row
For the second consecutive year, Eversource Energy (NYSE: ES) has been recognized by Newsweek Magazine on its list of America’s Most Responsible Companies. Eversource ranked #1 in the Energy & Utilities category on Newsweek’s list and placed 72nd out of 2,000 large public companies that were evaluated in its review process. The list is based on an analysis of the companies’ Corporate Social Responsibility efforts, Sustainability, Corporate Citizenship Kensington's at Norwich Inn is now offering dinners to go Monday through Friday. Dinners are served with side salad and rolls for $20 per person. Place your order by noon, and between 5-7pm pick up a delicious meal prepared by Kensington's chef, for you to enjoy at home.
A special dinner is chosen each night. For example: enjoy Prime Rib au Jus, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables on Dec 18, Grilled Salmon with Apple Cider Glaze, Saffron Rice Pilaf, & Seasonal Vegetables on December 24, Comcast announced today that it will extend its commitments to help people connect to the Internet during the COVID-19 pandemic as millions continue to stay home while many workplaces and schools operate virtually. Comcast will continue to provide free Internet service for the first 60 days for new Internet Essentials customers, and free access to more than 1.5 million public Xfinity WiFi hotspots, the largest network of its kind in the country, through June 30, 2021. Today’s announcement marks the third
New Haven and Uncasville, CT (Dec. 8, 2020) – Yale New Haven Health, the Mohegan Tribe and Mohegan Sun have announced a new community COVID-19 collection site in the Mohegan Sun Thames Garage.
The drive-through site was selected to provide more community testing in the Uncasville region, but also to allow Mohegan Sun team and Tribal members access to fast, safe COVID-19 testing. The Thames Garage location is open to the public and Mohegan team members by appointment only.
The new Yale New Haven Health Bravado Academy and Lashes by Lee have teamed up to create a Licensed Eyelash Technician program.
Students are required to complete 50 hours of training as designated by the Connecticut state law to become a licensed Eyelash Technician. Our course is a complete eyelash extension program which include both fundamentals and core techniques. Our students receive individual attention from skilled instructors in a salon setting. Theory instructions are taught under the Milady Standard Professional Cosmetology Combined Giving Benefits Over 280 Organizations; Nearly $1.6 Million Donated Since 2016
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s 2020 Matching Gifts Program donated a combined $400,000 from the credit union and its members to over 280 charitable organizations this holiday season, from local food pantries to shelters for the homeless.
Since Charter Oak created its Matching Gifts Program in 2016, the combined giving of the credit union and its generous members has totaled almost $1.6 million to Hall Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of Phil LoPiccolo to Sales Manager of our Eastern Connecticut Radio stations WCTY-FM and WICH-AM in Norwich, WNLC-FM in East Lyme, WKNL-FM New London, and WILI-AM\FM in Willimantic.
Phil is a twenty-year veteran of Hall Communications stations WNBH and WCTK in Providence. Over the years Phil has won many sales honors within Hall Communications in Providence, including the Robert Hall Award, Marketing Consultant of the Year and Richard P. Reed On Monday, November 30th the City of Groton and Groton Utilities, along with the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s (DPH) Drinking Water Section, held a virtual celebration to mark completion of a crucial phase of Groton Utilities’ water treatment plant construction project. With completion of phase three (out of five) of the plant rollout, water is now being clarified and filtered within the new water treatment plant.
The new filtration plant replaces a plant that was originally constructed in Groton, Connecticut (3 December 2020) - ThayerMahan, Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, completed operational testing and evaluation that demonstrated its Outpost and SeaWatch autonomous systems could identify, localize, and report illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing. According to the US Coast Guard’s Strategic Outlook on IUU Fishing released earlier this year, illegal fishing has replaced piracy as the leading global maritime security threat.
Diagram of Advanced Group has been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) as a winner in the Building Systems Council Jerry Rouleau Awards for Home Design. This award recognizes the 1st modular home built by Advanced Group through our new partnership with Westchester Modular Homes. This award recognizes the best structures in systems-built housing.
Advanced Group was also named Top Readers' Choice by The Day Best of Awards. Advanced Group is celebrating their inclusion as one of the top This #GivingTuesday, Mystic Aquarium is excited to announce the upcoming launch of ‘Animal Heroes,’ a one-of-a-kind monthly subscription box that will call on youth to give back to the planet. The Aquarium’s world-class educational programming and ARSOME Technology Group’s powerful immersive technology have joined forces to create a one-of-a-kind Educational Experience. This incredible educational tool offers grade-school students the chance to become heroes for our planet by discovering how they can help The COVID Relief Fund for the Arts, administered by the Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) within the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), was created to support arts nonprofits that
are performing arts centers, schools of the arts, or performing groups for whom grants will make a difference in terms of survival or rehiring; and have had to curtail operations for a period of time due to the COVID-19 pandemic and which have had limited ability to reopen due to pandemic restrictions When it comes to the economic impact of the pandemic, small businesses have been hit harder than most. I have spoken with many of these business owners and I am continually impressed with their determination to keep their workers employed and their organizations active during this incredibly challenging time.
Small businesses are an important part of Connecticut’s economy and have always been a driving force behind the state’s innovative spirit. Right now, we need to be doing everything we can to support We had another exceptional year. Although we faced many challenges, including COVID-19, we were able to serve over 125 girls in our communities. Your generous contributions helped make all of this possible. We are thankful that you support the mission of S.T.E.P.S. and we hope that you will continue to partner with us in the coming years.View our Annual Report As winter approaches, we know the season will be very different this year. Inspiringly, many of you found ways to adapt and even enhance the visitor experience at your properties or events for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Now, we want to know your plans for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s and the entire winter season.
In our continuing effort to #SupportCTBusinesses, we want to share what you’re doing with residents and local visitors on CTvisit.com, social media and through public relations.
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The Three Rivers College Foundation was selected by a Process Development Team from Pfizer Inc. in Groton, Connecticut as the recipient of $5,000 to support Environmental Engineering Technology at the College.
Pfizer’s Process Development Team for Small Molecule Synthesis was one of the winners of the 2020 Pfizer Green Chemistry Award for their process development to commercialization. The team spans the United States, United Kingdoms, and Ireland and includes colleagues from research and development, The Antonio Auto Group has introduced the Community Strong Fund. Supporting those in need in the local community, dealerships around eastern Connecticut are making donations and inviting people to to join in the giving for local community service organizations.
Each month, Antonio Auto Group designates the local charitable groups that will be the focus for giving. Antonio Auto group will be covering any fees associated with the giving program, so 100% for all dollars donated will go directly to
Groton, Connecticut (18 November 2020) – U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia recognized ThayerMahan as one of the 675 recipients of the 2020 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award during an award ceremony at the U.S. Department of Labor. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes job creators who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.
Mike Connor, ThayerMahan CEO The Connecticut Port Authority (the Authority) has launched a new website (www.statepiernewlondon.com) to provide the public with information pertaining to the State Pier New London Infrastructure Improvements Project (the project). The website, which will be updated in real-time over the course of the project, provides access to project updates and timelines, project-specific announcements and documents and frequently asked questions and answers. The website is managed by AECOM Technical Services, Inc., Nation’s Largest Wireless Retail Franchise to Help
Wireless Zone - the nation’s largest wireless retail franchise offering exclusive Verizon products and services - is now collecting monetary donations and non-perishable food items for their Annual Holiday Food Drive. 100% of the money collected goes to purchasing food for those in need, and furthermore, Wireless Zone matches what they collect making the donations go even further!
Over the years, Wireless Zone has donated to the Gemma Moran United Way
The U.S. Small Business Administration's Interagency Task Force on Veterans Small Business Development (IATF) and Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA) will hold virtual public meetings on Dec. 2 and 3, respectively, via Microsoft Teams.
"These quarterly meetings serve as an important opportunity for federal agencies, veteran service organizations, and veteran-owned small businesses to address the challenges faced by the veteran small business community," said Larry Stubblefield, Are you interested in enjoying locally grown food this Thanksgiving? Healthy PlanEat, a new sustainable food startup, is offering a series of Thanksgiving pick up events. Order Saturday, November 14th through Thursday, November 19th at this link: https://bit.ly/hpthanksgiving2020
And pick up your order at one of the following pick up points:
East Lyme, Saturday, November 21st, 9:30 - 11 am at the East Lyme Town HallEssex, Sunday, November 22nd, 9:30 - 11 am at the Essex Town HallMiddletown, Sunday, Title IX: A Pop-Up by Bank Square Books will be opening in New London, CT for the holiday season. Title IX will be located at 345 State Street, known as The Cottage, on The Garde Arts Center property and will offer a curated selection of books ranging from bestsellers to children’s titles, with a focus on social justice themes.
Mystic’s Bank Square Books will be “popping up” in downtown New London this holiday season as part of a city wide initiative to revitalize the downtown business district. The Museum Appoints Christina Connett Brophy as Senior Vice President of Curatorial Affairs and Senior Director of Museum Galleries
Peter Armstrong is appointed the next president and CEO of Mystic Seaport Museum, the organization’s board of trustees announced today. An accomplished museum professional with more than 25 years of experience on two continents, Armstrong joins the Museum from the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, where he is Senior Director of Museum Operations and Education. The board also
EB is prime contractor on design and production of new class of submarines, the nation's top strategic defense priority
General Dynamics Electric Boat announced today that the U.S. Navy has awarded it a $9.474-billion contract modification option for construction and test of the lead and second ships of the Columbia class, as well as associated design and engineering support.
Electric Boat is the prime contractor on the Columbia program, which will replace the aging Ohio class of ballistic missile Vaccine candidate was found to be more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 in participants without evidence of prior SARS-CoV-2 infection in the first interim efficacy analysisAnalysis evaluated 94 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in trial participantsStudy enrolled 43,538 participants, with 42% having diverse backgrounds, and no serious safety concerns have been observed; Safety and additional efficacy data continue to be collectedSubmission for Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to the U.S. Food and Drug The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Ellen Anderson of Stonington as its new Director of Development. Ellen comes to the Lyman Allyn with a wealth of experience, having spent over 30 years working in advancement, development, and fundraising. She assumed her new position with the Lyman Allyn on Oct. 20.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ellen as the new Director of Development,” said the Museum Director Sam Quigley. “We’re confident her experiences will help the Lyman Allyn grow The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s Emporium, a high-end thrift store in Woodstock employing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, received a $2,432 grant from the Chelsea Groton Foundation to create inventory and storage space for donated items prior to their sale. “We were closed for several months due to the pandemic,” said Director of Community Enterprise Jennifer Ricci, “so the community was thrilled when we reopened in October—everyone was very supportive.” Donations once again poured in,
Hilton Mystic is excited to offer a solution to the struggles of working from home. Book WorkSpaces by Hilton. Enjoy the privacy and complimentary Wi-Fi you need to be productive, plus a comfy chair and the peace of mind of Hilton CleanStay.
Escape the house and zoom into your next work meeting with the confidence of a quiet space. Each WorkSpace by Hilton room provides you with: Access to your Individually Climate Controlled WorkSpace from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Complimentary Premium Wi-FiKeurig Coffee and
Mystic Seaport Museum announces Gowrie Group will sponsor a lecture series, Far Away Places – An Earlier Time, featuring the work of Carleton Mitchell. Mitchell, a yachtsman, author, and photographer, wrote extensively about the Caribbean and sailing and chronicled many significant events in yachting in the second half of the 20th century. Gowrie Group is Mystic Seaport’s long-time insurance partner.
“Mystic Seaport Museum is best known for our vessels, waterfront village, and exhibitions, yet the Museum Governor Lamont announced a strategic workforce development plan this week that will aid in the development of a more equitable, inclusive, and innovative workforce in Connecticut.
The modern workplace is changing faster than the education and government sectors. This plan addresses that shift and takes the appropriate actions to ensure current and future generations of workers can participate in the growth and innovation of the Connecticut economy.
The plan was developed by the Governor’s Workforce
The U.S. Small Business Administration seeks member nominations from veteran-owned small businesses and veterans service organizations to serve on the Advisory Committee on Veterans Business Affairs (ACVBA).
Public Law 106-50, the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999, established the ACVBA to serve as an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the SBA Administrator, the Associate Administrator for SBA’s Office of Veterans Business Development, Congress, Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is allocating $15 million from the state’s Coronavirus Relief Fund, which utilizes federal CARES Act money, to fund innovative workforce programs that will provide job training to more than 1,000 displaced workers in the state and connect them to high-growth, in-demand jobs.
“This pandemic has drastically impacted the lives and livelihood of so many people in our state, and these workforce development programs are being expanded so that we can provide displaced The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today that Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland and Windham counties in Connecticut as a result of drought beginning on Sept. 15, 2020.
“When the Secretary of Agriculture issues a disaster declaration to help farmers recover from damages and losses Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has launched a newly redesigned and optimized CharterOak.org website that features new images and graphics, streamlined menus, a new financial knowledge section, and a fully responsive design that accommodates viewing from any device, from a desktop computer, to a smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
“CharterOak.org has become our convenient 24/7 virtual branch for the growing number of online visitors who apply for loans, get the latest on our products, or see what’s new with
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is creating the Connecticut CARES Small Business Grant Program to assist small businesses and nonprofits that have been impacted by the economic downturn caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic. The program will provide businesses and nonprofits in Connecticut that have fewer than twenty employees or a 2019 payroll of less than $1.5 million with a one-time grant of $5,000.
To fund the program, the governor is committing $50 million from the state’s Coronavirus
Chelsea Groton Bank’s Interns in Banking Rotational Internship Program is designed to provide consistent and valuable work experience for undergraduate students considering professional careers in the financial services industry. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.chelseagroton.com/careers by Friday, November 6, 2020.
All “Interns in Banking” begin with one full year in retail branch banking. Students will work and gain hands-on experience part-time during the school year, and Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) today launched Comcast RISE, an initiative created to help strengthen and empower small businesses hard hit by COVID-19. The Comcast RISE program will help thousands of small businesses over the next three years. The multi-faceted program offers grants, marketing and technology upgrades, including media campaigns and connectivity, computer and voice equipment, as well as free marketing insights to all applicants.
U.S. small businesses have been particularly hard hit by
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. This action streamlines the PPP forgiveness process to provide financial and administrative relief to America’s smallest businesses while also ensuring sound stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
“The PPP has provided 5.2 million loans worth $525 billion to American small businesses, providing critical economic
Governor Ned Lamont announced today that the State of Connecticut will be providing up to $9 million in grants to certain nonprofit arts organizations in the state to help them recover more quickly from the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Utilizing federal CARES Act funding from the state’s Coronavirus Relief Fund, the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s (DECD) Office of the Arts will administer the COVID Relief Fund for the Arts program with the goal of
Chelsea Groton Bank’s Jennifer Pensa, EVP, Chief Innovation Officer, was amongst a group of 14 distinguished women named a Banking New England’s 2020 New England Women in Banking award recipient.
“Banking New England asked readers and banking professionals to nominate women deserving of the New England Women in Banking award. We set out to find the most talented, ambitious, innovative and philanthropic women who are achieving excellence and making a difference in these traditionally male-dominated
Artists Sunday™
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Let's Help Individual Artists Thrive!
Artists Sunday is an arts-focused shopping day the first Sunday after Thanksgiving, the largest shopping weekend of the year! The goal is simple: to help artists sell more of their work during the fall holiday season and to help shoppers find unique, personal and hand-made gifts for their loved ones!
Planted squarely in the midst of the largest holiday shopping weekend of the year, Artists Sunday aims to make the Sunday 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 2020, indicating that Charter Oak is among the strongest financial institutions in the nation.
“We’re pleased to once again earn BauerFinancial’s top rating for our financial performance during the first six months of what has proved to be a very challenging year,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Despite the
Hartford HealthCare was ready to launch with fanfare its new Acute Spine Program at its Mystic HealthCenter in April, when the coronavirus pandemic began to surge in Connecticut.
The program still launched, but quietly. Linda Brozyna, RN, HHC spine nurse navigator, says that while the start was unexpectedly slow, once Connecticut went into its phased reopening, patients began to come through the program, referred from PCPs, ED, Urgent Care or specialists.
The program is designed to help patients with
Jack Collins has been honored by the Connecticut Law Tribune with a Lifetime Achievement Award. As Managing Partner for more than 20 years, Jack was primarily responsible for the evolution of Suisman Shapiro from a small legal practice to the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut. He has mentored many young lawyers to become leaders in their fields.
Below are some comments from his co-workers:
“When I first came to the firm in 1999, I worked directly under Jack. He’s had a major impact on my career
Located within one of Connecticut’s premier waterfront communities, is The Cove at Gateway Commons in East Lyme, CT. The Cove is unparalleled among Connecticut apartment communities and has been redefined for an unmatched living experience with elements of sophistication throughout. Upon completion, there will be 120 apartment homes which include 60 Manor homes and 60 Townhomes.
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Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is hosting a job fair on Thursday, October 8th from 11am-7pm. Stop by Shopper Services to meet Tanger representatives and receive a list of participating stores, or to apply for a Customer Service Representative position. Hiring stores include Banana Republic, Clarks, Under Armour and more. Please be sure to bring your resume. If you are interested but unable to attend, please visit www.tangeroutlets.com/foxwoods/careers for a full list of open retail positions, or to apply for a Launched during the Phase 2 state reopening, the summer So Good To See You, Connecticut campaign wrapped up on Labor Day and the results are in.
While our marketing campaign aimed to help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on the tourism industry, we recognize that times have been very difficult for so many of our tourism partners. Please know that we remain dedicated to supporting you in whatever ways we can.
We hope you find these results encouraging — as the data does show that marketing can be effective The Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund (CAEF) is now open for applications from eligible arts organizations.
Program OverviewEligibilityHow to ApplyRequired FormsProgram Timeline
James E. Mitchell, PhD, was recently named chairman of the Board of Directors of L+M Healthcare and Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, succeeding B. Michael Rauh. Mitchell has served on the hospital board since 2013, most recently as secretary.
“We are fortunate to have a leader like Jim Mitchell as our chairman,” said Patrick L. Green, president and CEO of L+M Healthcare. “Jim has been an integral part of our board, and has been a tremendous asset as we have transformed the organization through our A $1,572 grant to Mystic Seaport Museum awarded by Connecticut Humanities will enable the Museum to hold a free online lecture series related to its new exhibition, Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea, which brings rarely-seen hand-crafted artifacts from the Museum’s collection to light. Three different speakers – Dr. Hester Blum, Nicolas Fox, and Dr. Nicole Williams – will explore Sailor Made from different perspectives, and encourage participants to dig deeper into the stories of the objects and their
Throughout its 166-year history, Chelsea Groton Bank has won countless awards for helping their customers and communities achieve their goals. Now for the fifth year in a row, employees have bestowed the Bank with the 2020 Top Workplaces honor based on a survey of Connecticut employers, sponsored by the Hartford Courant.
“We are truly grateful to accept this honor from the Hartford Courant for another consecutive year. Knowing it was earned in response to our team’s feedback about Chelsea Groton’s work Mitchell College was recently awarded more than $44,000 in grants from the Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable (SNEC) Foundation. The award will fund three separate projects for Mitchell’s marine research program, including a laboratory upgrade, research on marine invasive species, and a beach restoration project. Dr. Christine Ramsay, life sciences professor, will lead the projects, which will incorporate additional science students into her lab as student research assistants this ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently celebrated the grand opening of its fifth ConnectiCare center in Shelton. The new Shelton center is replacing its Bridgeport location and will have more space to better serve members. Additional ConnectiCare centers are located in Farmington, Manchester, Norwalk, and Waterbury.
ConnectiCare center associates help members better understand and use their health plans, and make informed decisions about doctors, coverage, and staying well. Center
On Sept. 23, 48 Fox Pest Control Pest Pro technicians picked up litter from Southbank Park and the Sunnyside Boat Ramp for an annual service project.
Returning to the area that they cleaned last year, the team found it more impactful this year due to the effects of COVID-19. Because of the virus, the community had not been able to maintain its scheduled trash pick up. In total, eight large trash bags were filled with litter.
“The Shelton area holds a special place in our hearts. It was great to see Generations Family Health Center and Northeast District Department of Health Produce Hip-Hop Song and Music Video to Promote Mask-Wearing Among Young Adults
Fresh off the paws of creating Norm, the COVID-19 Community Watch Dog to help children pre-K through 5th grade develop and maintain healthy habits and reduce the risk of contracting COVID-19, Generations Family Health Center and the Northeast District Department of Health (NDDH) have teamed up again to produce a hip-hop song and music video to promote This week, Connecticut’s statewide meetings, conventions and sports events sales and marketing organization boosts its strategic outreach efforts with a dynamic new website that is designed to attract new and returning meetings/events to the state. The Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTCSB) officially introduced its new website, www.CTMeetings.org, at the organization’s virtual September 23rd Partner/Membership meeting.
“Our website address, CTMeetings.org, remains the same but the platform, Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 rankings
Advanced Group is celebrating! Not only are we on the Qualified Remodeler’s Top 500 rankings for the 7th consecutive year, we also moved up over 50 ranks to #251 on the list! Every year we compete with other remodelers from across the country for our slot on the list, and we are thrilled to be moving up the national list! Advanced Group was chosen as a 2020 Top 500 remodeler by the Qualified Remodeler editorial staff for meeting a set of criteria including installed
Governor Ned Lamont today announced details for his plans to move Connecticut into Phase 3 of the state’s reopening amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The plan, which is targeted to take effect on Thursday, October 8, 2020, will ease some of the restrictions that were put into place on businesses and gatherings, while ensuring that the state continues taking a safe approach to limit spread of the virus.
“The reason why we are able to have a discussion about even entering into Phase 3 is because of While our American Job Center offices in Montville, Willimantic and Danielson are currently closed, we want to help you find a job – virtually!
Since we cannot do in-person recruitments right now, the American Job Centers of Eastern CT are hosting Virtual Hiring Events to help you find employment. We are using a Zoom Platform which will let you interview one-on-one, face-to-face with an employer(s) for 15 minutes*
Wednesday, September 30
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is pleased to announce nonstop service to four new destinations from Bradley International Airport on JetBlue. These new destinations include Las Vegas (LAS), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO) and Cancún, Mexico (CUN).
“One of Connecticut’s best competitive assets is its international airport in such close proximity to so many of our communities and employers,” said Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont. “This strengthening of the partnership with JetBlue shows once
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, proudly announced that Chelsea Groton Bank, New London County, Connecticut has once again been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. That means that, even in the current climate, Chelsea Groton Bank is able to excel in such areas as capital adequacy, profitability and asset quality. Earning and maintaining this top rating for 106 consecutive quarters, especially now, makes this accomplishment even more
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit has been named a 2020 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey for outstanding patient experience.
The Guardian of Excellence Award recognizes top-performing health care organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or above for performance in Patient Experience. This is the first time the hospital has received the prestigious award.
The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award is a nationally
To help participants stay safe, the 3rd annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo is being hosted virtually. During the entire month of September, participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome to cycle, walk, or run.
Participants will have the entire month of September to complete a wide range of physical challenges and reach fundraising benchmarks to receive virtual bingo cards and earn prizes. Challenges and fundraising benchmarks include:Ride, walk, or run 10 miles.Ride, walk, or run 25 miles.Complete a The Connecticut Office of the Arts is pleased to announce the recipients of the FY21 Supporting Arts grants program. We thank you for your interest in the program and send our best wishes for success! Congratulations!
The Supporting Arts grant program provides unrestricted funding to help support Connecticut's arts organizations and municipal arts departments as they pursue their mission. This type of grant is flexible rather than for specific projects or programs and gives the grantee the ability to use We are pleased to announce our new website! Visit us to see our diverse content and read a little about the team we continue to build upon, and what services we offer. Steve DeGraff has added CExP to his list of achievements, as a Certified Exit Planner, Steve can help you with all aspects of the life cycle of your business.
In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this summer I signed a new law that gives all registered voters in Connecticut the ability to vote during the November 3, 2020 General Election using an absentee ballot. While it is important to note that polls will still be open like normal from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day and you can vote in-person if you want, all registered voters also have the option this year of voting by absentee ballot.
If you want to vote by absentee ballot in CVS is able to send a pharmacist to your business or organization to administer flu shots to your employees to keep them healthy this flu season. Please go to https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/flu/clinics for more information and to sign up for a date and time that works for your organization. These clinics are a great way to boost employee morale! Each employee's insurance card will be run separately and 95% of insurances cover flu shots in full making this free for your company!
The Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) today announced the first two funding recipients for the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program. ThinkMystic, a project formed in partnership between Mystic tourism entities and attractions, and Wide Open, a program organized by the Last Green Valley Heritage Corridor, each received funding to promote tourism opportunities for their respective regions. The ERTD has been allocated $180,000 for the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program by the
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center welcomes Tiffani Gavin as its next Executive Director. Gavin helms the nationally-recognized, award-winning institution and leads its professional development programs for puppetry, plays, musicals, and cabaret, as well as the flagship undergraduate program, the National Theater Institute.
Prior to joining the O’Neill, Gavin held managerial and creative development roles in both nonprofit and commercial theater, including serving as managing director at the American In an effort to help small business owners reduce their energy costs and impact on the environment during this difficult time, Eversource is extending its enhanced incentives for common energy saving measures for small businesses to October 15.
Any small business in an Eversource service territory can visit the Energize Connecticut website: https://www.energizect.com/your-business/solutions-list/virtual-pre-assessment-small-business-energy-advantage or call 877-WISE-USE to learn more and request an The Day Publishing Company, publisher of The Day newspaper, is launching a new weekly publication on Oct. 1, 2020 to cover the news in the eight (8) communities that comprise the greater Norwich area.
The Norwich Times joins the roster of the company’s 15 other free weekly newspapers that span the Connecticut coastline from East Haven to the Rhode Island border.
With a distribution of more than 28,000, The Norwich Times will reach 100% of the households in Norwich, Bozrah, Franklin, Sprague, Scotland, There is still time for classes at Three Rivers Community College this fall. Three Rivers offers 18 accelerated classes that begin later in the semester and are taught over a shorter period of time, 7- or 12-weeks.
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 great way to squeeze in more credits to put towards a degree or certificate, or to start your college education. The full list of classes
Liberty Bank is accepting nominations for its 20th annual Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award. The application deadline is Friday, September 4 and the recipient will be recognized this fall.
Since 2001, Liberty Bank’s Foundation has presented the Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award to individuals who have made outstanding and ongoing contributions to the cause of promoting and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion in the communities served by the Bank. It is named in honor of the
Suisman Shapiro is pleased to announce that two attorneys have been included in the 2021 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice in the United States.
“Best Lawyers was founded in 1981 with the purpose of recognizing extraordinary lawyers in private practice through an exhaustive peer-review process. Nearly 40 years later, we are proud to Credit Union Highlights Significant Achievements During First-Ever Virtual Annual Meeting
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union reported strong results during 2019, including its tenth consecutive year as this region’s top residential mortgage lender, record high donations to charitable and non-profit groups, and annual bonuses to its Gold Rewards members that exceeded $618,000.
During the credit union’s first-ever Virtual Annual Meeting on August 19th, Charter Oak President and Chief Executive Join Advantage Personal Training clients and friends for a Coach led OUTDOOR workout at Esker Point Beach SATURDAY August 29th at 9am.This workout will be BODY WEIGHT and does not require any experience.
Please meet in the GRASS AREA at Esker Point. You do not need equipment but we suggest you bring a mat, towel and water bottle.This event is free but we suggest a $20 donation to the United Way of SECT to support our local community COVID Relief.Please reserve you spot on MINDBODY In true community spirit, Always Home completed a major window replacement project this week thanks to The Edward & Mary Lord Foundation and a Rotary Foundation Humanitarian District Managed Grant that matches the support of the Mystic, Groton and Stonington Rotary Clubs. Installation of the new windows will improve safety and energy efficiency at two residential properties Always Home owns in Groton, CT.
Always Home’s mission is Preventing Family Homelessness. “The high cost of our region’s rental
Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law is pleased to announce that 5 lawyers have been included in the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence.
Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. Its first international list was published in 2006 and
The Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board (EWIB) announced a new wage reimbursement program to support Eastern CT jobseekers and employers. Funding is available from September until December 31, 2020. Participating employer hiring jobseekers through EWIB will be eligible to receive 100% wage reimbursement, up to $9,000/person.
To see how your company can participate:
Manufacturing/Other Sectors
Amanda Nagle
naglea@ewib.org
(860) 859-4100 x112
Healthcare
Rick Flath
rcflath@uecbiz.com The ARTE-accesible Grant Program Now Accepting Applications!
The ARTE-accesible (Ar.Teh-Ock.Seh.See.Bleh) grant program supports activities that provide greater access to the arts by all persons with or without disabilities and to all individuals regardless of language.
Grants requests may range from $500 to $3,000 and can be used to support:
Program and service offerings to improve the experience for audiences of all abilities.Staff training and internal resource support to carry out accessible Today, the Connecticut Port Authority (CPA) approved the appointment of John Henshaw as its new executive director, effective September 8th, 2020. In his role, Henshaw will be responsible for fostering the economic development of Connecticut’s maritime economy and overseeing the development and growth of Connecticut’s small harbors and three deepwater ports. Henshaw comes to the CPA after serving as the executive director of the Maine Port Authority for over 10 years and after serving as commissioner for Norwich Community Development Corporation is seeking help from the local business community to build upon their awareness of what is happening during COVID. Findings from the April Survey were reported to various community leaders to help them understand the scope of the challenge the business community is facing.
“We are trying to check in on the pulse of what is happening in our community,” stated NCDC President Jason Vincent. He added, “If you own or operate a business, please take this quick survey. We are excited to announce that we are opening a Beer’d Garden in The American Velvet Mill, steps away from our Stonington taproom’s front entrance! (If you’ve been to one of our Anniversary parties, then you know the spot).
Our new Stonington hours of operation are:
Wednesday 4 - 9 pm
Thursday 4 - 9 pm
Friday 4 - 9 pm
Saturday 12 - 8 pm
Sunday 1 - 5 pm
We will continue to offer online beer sales and 4pks to go out of the taproom. For the time being, our Groton location will remain curbside pick The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is dedicated to igniting change and sparking action so small businesses can confidently start, grow, expand, and recover.
To support the military spouse small business community, the SBA in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes, is hosting a virtual SBA Military Spouse Entrepreneur Summit on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 via the Zoom webinar platform.
Working closely with federal agencies, military and veteran service
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
L+M earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke
Eversource’s battalion of line and tree crews continue working non-stop to restore power and, in some cases, rebuild the electric system after the widespread, historic damage caused by Tropical Storm Isaias. While adhering to strict COVID-19 safety protocols, crews have restored power to more than 80,000 since yesterday and expect restoration to the nearly 75,000 customers still without power to be substantially complete by Tuesday at 11:59 p.m. Due to high heat expected today and over the next several
Gourmet Galley is open for catering. With over 20 years experience, they are ready to take care of you and your guests safely. Contact Gourmet Galley to plan the curated party you've been dreaming about for the past few months.
This week, enjoy the final week of Gourmet Galley at Home meals for pick up or delivery. Place your order by Wednesday at 4pm for Friday. The menu this week includes lobster and corn salad, coriander lime grilled shrimp, miso glazed sea bass, veal sirloin strip steak, buttermilk
Chelsea Groton Bank team members recently earned bachelor degrees, financial diplomas and certifications in various banking specialties.
Two team members earned degrees from Southern New Hampshire University: Rebecca Dambach, Customer Solutions Specialist in Sprague, earned a Bachelor of Accounting and Marielle Winkelman, AS, Customer Solutions Manager in Waterford, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.
The Center For Financial Training (CFT), dedicated to Thames River Innovation Places (TRIP) has released a Request for Proposals soliciting new ideas that leverage and enhance the local Blue Economy to benefit the region. Non-profits, for-profits, individuals, and municipalities are all encouraged to apply by August 21st.
TRIP defines the BlueTech space as a convergence of traditional maritime industries with the advanced technology sector, covering a broad spectrum of activities, for the mutual economic benefit of the greater Thames River region. The Hard Rock Cafe at Foxwoods says thank you to our frontline healthcare workers, in a Legendary way. Visit Hard Rock Cafe for a free Legendary Burger. Sign in with your valid health or emergency service ID. Valid until August 21, 2020. Energy company responding to nearly 700,000 power outages across its service territory BERLIN, Conn.
Hundreds of Eversource line, tree and service crews worked through the night after Tropical Storm Isaias and associated tornadoes tore through Connecticut causing widespread and historic damage to the company’s electric system. Operating under its COVID-19 pandemic plan and adhering to strict social distancing, hygiene and enhanced sanitation measures to safeguard the health and well-being of workers and
Three Rivers Community College is excited to announce the addition of a new certificate program, Data Analytics Certificate. Analytics is one of the most in-demand skills needed to drive strategic decision-making, and data analytic jobs are among the fastest growing and highest paid.
Students in this certificate program will learn to gather and analyze data, as well as explore tools and techniques to make better recommendations. Employers will also find this certificate program the perfect way for their
With the effects of Tropical Storm Isaias expected to begin impacting New England Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning, Eversource is closely monitoring the track of the strong storm. While continuing to operate under its COVID-19 pandemic plan and adhering to its strict social distancing, hygiene and enhanced sanitation measures to safeguard the health and well-being of workers and customers, the energy company’s line and tree crews are ready to respond to any damage or outages caused by this
Citizens Bank announced today that it will award grants to minority-owned small businesses in recognition of the value that they bring as a vital part of our communities. With this program, Citizens will award 100 grants of $15,000 each ($1.5 million total) to 100 minority-owned businesses (customers and non-customers) across the Citizens 11 state footprint, extending its ongoing small business grant program.
“These grants, part of our ongoing $10 million commitment to promote social equity and New program to provide matching funds to support tourism opportunities and venues in eastern ConnecticutThe Eastern Regional Tourism District (ERTD) today announced the 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program, a program that will provide funding to support eastern Connecticut’s tourism economy. Eastern Connecticut businesses non-profits and municipalities are encouraged to develop marketing plans, which could then be funded by the program if approved. Plans should focus on marketing eastern BERLIN, Conn. (July 16, 2020) – As part of its efforts to support customers facing financial hardship and other challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, Eversource is encouraging customers to closely manage their energy supply options so that they do not overpay an alternative supplier. According to the Connecticut Office of Consumer Counsel, in April 2020, residential Eversource customers who chose suppliers paid in aggregate approximately $1.5 million more than the Standard Offer for their electric Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has awarded more than $183,000 in community giving during the first six months of 2020, including $75,000 in emergency funding to lessen food shortages across the region caused by the COVID-19 health crisis and $90,000 in scholarships to high school and college students throughout eastern Connecticut.
“The Coronavirus has impacted every agency in eastern Connecticut serving those in need, so we made sure that we increased our community giving during the first six months Contact: Anthony Cronin, AVP-Director of Marketing
860.446.3254
acronin@cofcu.com
Waterford, CT – July 15, 2020 – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has been named a “Best-In-State” credit union for the third consecutive year in the annual Forbes Media survey of the nation’s best financial institutions.
“This is an honor to be chosen for the third straight year as one of the best credit unions in Connecticut by such a respected organization as Forbes,” said Brian A.
The IRS issued Notice 2020-54 to help employers properly report 2020 emergency paid sick leave and expanded family medical leave wages paid to employees under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act.Learn More Here We’ve resumed our popular “This Weekend” page on CTvisit.com, which promotes events and drives traffic to our tourism attractions.
To let these highly motivated consumers know about your business’ happenings, please create new event listings or update your events on CTvisit.com, whether they are virtual or in-person.
If you want to create a new event listing, please start here. To create new events associated with your existing listing, please log into your account by starting here. If you have any The Artist Fellowship program provides recognition and funding support for Connecticut Artists and Creatives to pursue new work and advance their artistic careers.
Three (3) grant designations awarded:Artistic Excellence - $5,000Artist Fellowship - $3,000Emerging Recognition - $1,000
Artists of all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Be sure to review the program guidelines to learn more about eligibility and program requirements.
Application Deadline:
11:59 PM, September 22, 2020
Contact:
The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation, in collaboration with the Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition, established a new Lord Foundation Special Fund for Arts & Culture and dedicated $100,000 to this Special Fund that will be used specifically for making grants to nonprofit arts and cultural organizations located in New London County that have been affected by COVID-19.
The Trustees of the Edward and Mary Lord Foundation understand the many challenges currently facing the arts and cultural sector in our
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the conclusion and success of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Advance program, which provided U.S. small businesses, non-profits and agricultural businesses a total of $20 billion in emergency funding. In order to assist the greatest number of small businesses, the EIDL Advance provided $1,000 per employee up to a maximum of $10,000. Recipients did not have to be approved for a loan to receive the Advance, and the Advance provided an interim Advanced Group has opened a brand new woodworking workshop in New London to provide locally crafted custom cabinetry and woodworking opportunities to all of our clients and contracts. Equipped with state-of-the-art woodworking and cabinetry tools, our new woodworking workshop is equipped to bring any custom design our clients can imagine to life. Our master carpenters and woodworkers have been hard at work to create custom pieces to our clients living room walls, beautiful bathroom shower benches, stunning
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, proudly announced that Chelsea Groton Bank, New London County, CT, has again been awarded its highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. Earning a 5-Star rating indicates Chelsea Groton Bank excels in areas of capital adequacy, profitability, asset quality and much more. Earning and maintaining this top rating for 105 consecutive quarters, especially in this environment, makes its accomplishment even more impressive. The “Best Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, president, Mitchell CollegeRick D’Avino, chair, Mitchell College Board of Trustees
Two changes in executive level leadership at Mitchell College took place on July 1. Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, who recently moved to New London, began her tenure as the college’s eighth president, and Rick D’Avino started his first term as the elected chair of the college’s Board of Trustees.
Espy, an accomplished college administrator, expert in human development and family therapy and the first The Electric Boat Employees’ Community Services Association has generously awarded $1,995 to The Arc Eastern Connecticut for a “SmartBoard” white board for use at both its Norwich and Danielson locations. This interactive training tool will allow Board Members, managers and new employees to participate fully in strategic planning exercises, intensive pre-employment training, and information sharing as the agency continues to address the challenges presented by the pandemic that affect critical supports for The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (DPNC) has announced plans to reopen after closing due to COVID-19 concerns on March 13.
The natural history museum at the Nature Center will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. In order to protect staff, summer campers, and visitors, DPNC’s buildings will remain closed to the public on weekdays.
“Now and always, the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, summer campers, and guests are our top priority,” said Davnet Conway The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced the nonprofit arts organizations recommended for direct funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. These 855 organizations —located in every state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico—will receive a total of $44.5 million in nonmatching funds to support staff salaries, fees for artists or contractual personnel, and facilities costs.
The nine (9) Connecticut organizations that were awarded CARES Act funding Connecticut is one of only two states in the country that continues to see declining infection rates for COVID-19. This is a direct result of residents and businesses embracing the rules and requirements to prevent the virus from spreading.
Still, the pandemic is not over and we need to remain vigilant. As we reopen, more of us will be out — increasing the risk of virus spread. Let’s continue to take the necessary precautions to protect ourselves and each other.
We have developed new signage that In an ongoing U.S. Phase 1/2 placebo-controlled, observer-blinded clinical trial, nucleoside-modified messenger RNA vaccine candidate (BNT162b1) expressing the SARS-CoV-2 receptor binding domain (RBD) is being evaluated in 45 subjectsAt day 28 (7 days after dose 2), all subjects who received 10 or 30 µg of BNT162b1 had significantly elevated RBD-binding IgG antibodies with geometric mean concentrations (GMCs) of 4,813 and 27,872 units/ml which are 8- and 46.3-times, respectively, the GMC of 602 units/ml in
After a long and successful career in health care, Bill Stanley, vice president for government and community relations at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, will retire in mid-October, L+M Healthcare President and CEO Patrick L. Green announced today.
“Bill has devoted more than two decades to L+M in one of its most challenging areas - fundraising. Bill’s talent and skills have resulted in his having played an important role in the growth and development of this hospital. My sincerest thanks and best NEW LONDON, Ct (June 16, 2020) The Thames River Heritage Park’s hop-on hop-off water taxi will launch its fifth season Friday, June 19, 2020, with new protocols, a new schedule, and new themed tours providing visitors and local residents a safe opportunity to enjoy fresh air, cool breezes, and summer family fun.
“Due to Covid-19 we are getting a later start to the season,” said Amy Perry, the park’s executive director. “This time has allowed us to put all our protocols in place so passengers can enjoy a Governor Lamont announced today a comprehensive plan to put more than $33 million in state and federal resources to work providing emergency assistance to renters, homeowners, and residential landlords impacted by the COVID-19 public health emergency.
Elements of this plan include:$10 million rental assistance program for Connecticut residents impacted by COVID-19, administered through the Department of Housing, which will provide payments to landlords on behalf of approved tenant applicants, with a
Mystic Seaport Museum will open a new exhibition, A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft, on July 3, 2020.The show will introduce visitors to the many ways people transform one of nature’s most malleable materials to objects of utility, art, and beauty. It will be on display in the Thompson Exhibition Building’s Collins Gallery.
At the core of the exhibition will be a boat-restoration and boat-building demonstration staffed by shipwrights from the Museum’s Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard. For this Tri-State Advisory Will Use Uniform Parameters and Messaging Across the Three StatesGovernor Ned Lamont of Connecticut, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo of New York, and Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey today announced a joint incoming travel advisory that all individuals traveling from states with significant community spread of COVID-19 self-quarantine for a 14-day period from the time of last contact within the identified state.
This self-quarantine – effective 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 – applies New England Arts Resilience Fund launched as part of United States Regional Arts Resilience Funds
The New England Arts Resilience Fund was created in response to the impact of COVID-19 on the nation’s arts infrastructure and will support New England nonprofit arts and cultural organizations with recovery and planning capital for a post-pandemic future. Eligible arts organizations should apply by June 30.Learn MoreThe fund is part of the nationwide United States Regional Arts Resilience Fund, an initiative U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza announced the launch of a dedicated online tool for small businesses and non-profits to be matched with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs), Certified Development Companies (CDCs), Farm Credit System lenders, Microlenders, as well as traditional smaller asset size lenders in the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
SBA’s Lender Match is an additional resource for pandemic-affected
Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, posted a revised, borrower-friendly Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness application implementing the PPP Flexibility Act of 2020, signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020. In addition to revising the full forgiveness application, SBA also published a new EZ version of the forgiveness application that applies to borrowers that:Are self-employed and have no employees; ORDid not
So pleased to announce that we're launching a new campaign to help re-invigorate revenues for the state's many tourism-related businesses. Our new So Good to See You, Connecticut campaign will show how ready our tourism partners are to welcome visitors back safely — and encourage visitors to take a fresh look at all the state has to offer.
What's coming next. From our existing statewide tourism budget, we've allocated more than $1 million to a multimedia campaign that will include social media, search,
Mystic, Conn. (June 17, 2020): With health and safety as the priority, Mystic Aquarium will offer onsite summer camp adventures for children entering grades 1-6 with protocols in accordance with the State of Connecticut guidance. With weekly session beginning June 29, Mystic Aquarium’s camps offer outdoor exploration, up-close animal encounters and other fun and educational experiences.
“We are so thrilled to be able to offer our unique and memorable camp experiences for children this summer,”
For the summer months, Foxwoods has decided to host drive in movies here. There’s an opportunity to get your business/brand in front of all of the moviegoers. There’s premium ad space available under the screen and ad slots available to be shown before the movie starts. These movies will be advertised throughout the property, social media, and on our digital screens, if you have an interest to get your brand in front of this clientele please contact Roy Ingram-Colebut for more information.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Department of the Treasury, issued new and revised guidance for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). This guidance implements the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA), signed into law by President Trump on June 5, 2020, and expands eligibility for businesses with owners who have past felony convictions.
To implement the PPPFA, SBA revised its first PPP interim final rule, which was posted on April 2, 2020. As Energy company offers safe, convenient ways for customers to make energy-saving improvements at home or workBERLIN, Conn. (June 10, 2020) – In an effort to help residential customers and small business owners reduce their energy costs during this difficult time, Eversource has modified its popular Home Energy Solutions energy assessments and is now offering no-cost virtual pre-assessments. While all in-home visits are suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, customers can connect with an Eversource
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that as the state prepares to enter phase 2 of its reopening efforts resulting from the global COVID-19 pandemic, he is launching a new resource – the CT Back to Work Initiative – that will provide workers and businesses in Connecticut with high-quality, user-friendly career tools to assist those who have been impacted by the economic fallout from the public health emergency. To start, the state is partnering with several private-sector employment services, including
As the novel coronavirus spread across Connecticut from west to east, myriad nonprofits were being called upon to assist residents as illness struck, job losses mounted, and safety nets were strained.
Nonprofits both large and small have seen an increase in requests for help and an uptick in users, whether it’s food pantries, homeless shelters, or nature preserves. While managing the healthcare aspects of the virus, Hartford HealthCare is witnessing the important impact of these NPOs.
“These small On Friday June 5, 2020 the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act was signed into law. This will allow businesses more time and flexibility to keep their employees on the payroll.
SBA, in consultation with Treasury, will promptly issue rules and guidance, a modified borrower application form, and a modified loan forgiveness application implementing these legislative amendments to the PPP. These modifications will implement the following important changes:Extend the covered period for loan forgiveness Our staff is ready for you The COVID-19 challenges were difficult to weather for everyone. Now that we are in Phase 2 and businesses have started to resume, we will do all we can to support your efforts to regain equilibrium. Never has there been a greater need to offer workforce development programs and workforce training to help rebuild our economy. Whether you are looking to take a course for yourself, or want to retrain employees, or offer a new course please let us know. We are eager to help.Classrooms
Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is now open. Hours are currently 11 am- 7pm. Check in for updated hours and a list of the stores open. New stores reopen each week. Be sure bring your mask and be ready to meet all the protocols in place to help keep shoppers and employees safe. Visit Tanger Outlets website for more information.
Golam Ahmed, who has spent more than 30 years in the financial services industry, has joined Charter Oak Retirement and Investment Services* as its newest Financial Advisor.
Ahmed has extensive experience in a broad range of banking and financial services, including branch management, mortgage and commercial lending, and financial wealth management. Charter Oak Retirement and Investment Services has experienced strong growth over the past several years and its growing staff now includes two
Mystic Seaport Museum is one of four museums in the country to be recognized with a 2020 Sustainability Excellence Award, presented by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM).
First presented in 2014, the awards recognize sustainability efforts in facilities, programming, and exhibits in both large and small institutions. In the last five years, the award program has recognized 20 different museums for their efforts.
Mystic Seaport Museum received a Special Award of Merit for its accomplishments in Following a health care career spanning more than five decades, Mary Lenzini, president of the Southeastern Connecticut VNA, will retire at the end of 2020.
Lenzini leads the VNA's home health care, school health and community services divisions, which serve thousands of eastern Connecticut residents, including new mothers, the elderly and the homeless. She oversees a staff of more than 240. The VNA, an affiliate of Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, provides more than 100,000 home care visits annually to
The National Virtual Small Business Expo is America’s biggest and most anticipated virtual business-to-business networking and educational event, trade show and conference for business owners, entrepreneurs, start-ups, decision-makers or anyone who works for a small business or is interested in starting a Small Business.
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As businesses across the country rally to remain productive, the lines between work and home continue to blur and remote workers face increasing reliability, security and connectivity challenges as their work and personal lives compete for bandwidth. To help businesses and their employees be more productive and to protect them from cybersecurity threats while working remotely, we are introducing Comcast Business At Home – a dedicated, enterprise-grade and business-paid, set of connectivity solutions for
Attorney General William Tong and the Connecticut State Police today released a Public Service Announcement encouraging residents to fact check the information they receive about the COVID-19 pandemic.
The public has questions about COVID-19, and what happens next – and they deserve accurate answers about how to stay healthy, when we’ll reopen, and more. Unfortunately, during times like this, scam artists are spreading false information, and trusted sources may even be sharing false information
More than 37,000 Connecticut residents enrolled during COVID-19 CrisisPeople who lose health insurance due to job loss, generally have 60 days before or after their coverage ends to apply for coverage through Access Health CT.Losing health insurance coverage either from a furlough or a layoff is considered a ‘Qualifying Life Event,’ triggering a Special Enrollment Period.Access Health CT recommends comparing options with COBRA coverage. Access Health CT may offer a better, less expensive choice, and is
Did you lose your health insurance? You may qualify for coverage through Access Health CT at any time, if you have a Qualifying Life Event through a Special Enrollment Period (SEP). Special Enrollment Period is a time outside of the Annual Open Enrollment Period (Nov. 1 – Dec. 15) when you can sign up for health insurance coverage through Access Health CT. If you experience a Qualifying Life Event like losing coverage due to job change/loss, aging off your parents’ plan, moving to Connecticut, getting
The U.S. Small Business Administration today announced a partnership with the Veteran Entrepreneurial Training and Resource Network (VETRN) to establish a pilot training program for military veterans who are small business owners and their immediate family members.
The Veteran Owned Small Business Growth Training program will equip these entrepreneurs with the resources and networks necessary to grow their small businesses. An award of $100,000 from President Donald Trump’s salary from the second Charter Oak Federal Credit Union will re-open all of its branches that are open to the public on Monday, June 8, 2020 with extensive protective measures in place to ensure the safety of its members and employees.
“We’re excited to re-open our lobbies again and welcome back our members, and we’ve made sure that all of the safety measures we’ve put in place will create a safe and comfortable banking experience for everyone involved,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Bradley was named the 5th Best Airport in the Country by CondéNast Traveler for 2019, keeping us in the top 5 for the last 3 years! Voting is currently open for 2020 and we are hoping our Chamber members can help by going online and vote for the “home team.” Voting takes only a few minutes and each vote makes a difference in ensuring that Bradley Airport remains on this prestigious list.
Voting is now open for the prestigious 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Support your home airport
The impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has greatly impacted the U.S. economy. The Small Business Administration is working alongside sister agencies like the Department of Treasury, congress and the lending community to support our country's small business community.
The Paycheck Protection Program was brought to life with the passing of the CARES Act. This small business loan provides much needed capital to keep employees on payroll and small businesses operating. One of the most appealing As The Garde Arts Center anticipates the not too distant future, when its giant screen glows on a full house of movie lovers, they now offer the next best thing: the Movie Palace Experience, at home!
Starting May 29, the Garde Virtual Cinema will offer a specially curated selection of new independent films that you can view on several digital platforms. Tickets to these fascinating films will help sustain the Garde during this shutdown and support new and independent filmmakers.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, announced that it is setting aside $10 billion of Round 2 funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) to be lent exclusively by Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). CDFIs work to expand economic opportunity in low-income communities by providing access to financial products and services for local residents and businesses. These dedicated funds will further ensure that the PPP reaches all
The Thames River Heritage Park and Connecticut Sea Grant are inviting people to solve a word puzzle while exploring historic sites in New London and Groton by completing one or more of the four Thames River Quests any time this summer.
Those who complete the quests can enter a prize drawing for heritage park T-shirts and water taxi tickets.
The quests have been offered as part of Connecticut Trails Day events on the first weekend in June in 2018 and 2019. This year, instead of group gatherings, Trails Charter Oak Federal Credit Union’s Community Outreach Committee has donated more than $3,100 for food assistance to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center as well as health-care workers and “meals on wheels” recipients in eastern Connecticut.
The Community Outreach Committee is an employee-led assistance program that receives its funding from Charter Oak employees who pay $3 weekly to dress down on Friday “Casual Days.” These funds are used to assist Charter Oak members in need.
“I’m very proud of our Charter The IRS released the inflation adjustments for health savings accounts (HSAs) and their accompanying high deductible health plans (HDHPs) effective for calendar year 2021. Most limits increased from 2020 amounts.Annual Contribution Limits
For calendar year 2021, the limitation on deductions for an individual with self-only coverage under a high deductible health plan is $3,600. For calendar year 2021, the limitation on deductions for an individual with family coverage under a high deductible health plan is
The 2020 Nightingale Nurse award recipients will be honored quietly and remotely this year as Connecticut continues to practice social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Despite the lack of external fanfare, L+M Healthcare is pleased to announce the dedicated and compassionate nurses who have been selected by their peers as Nightingale Nurses for 2020.
Each of the nurses representing L+M Healthcare, a member of Yale New Haven Health which includes Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, Westerly Scholarship supports National Theater Institute studentsThe Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announces a $600,000 gift from John Gore to the National Theater Institute (NTI) scholarship endowment. 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 John Gore Scholarship supports students from underrepresented backgrounds.
This endowment gift will pay dividends for decades and Arrow Paper Party Rental offers a number of products and services local businesses can use to accommodate outdoor dining, sales, or COVID testing sites.
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ConnectiCare members can continue to use telehealth for covered medical and mental health services without paying a deductible, copayment, or coinsurance through June 30, 2020.
No-cost telehealth visits apply to any illness or injury – not just coronavirus (COVID-19). Members must use in-network primary care doctors, specialists, or mental health clinicians.
Visit our webpage for more information on how ConnectiCare is helping members and the community navigate the coronavirus pandemic.
Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner David Lehman shared a letter on COVID-19 enforcement and information on phase 2 of the reopening:
Congratulations to all the businesses that reopened yesterday. We hope you enjoyed being back together with co-workers and customers, and everyone felt safe and prepared for this important step. We look forward to other segments of the economy opening up over the coming weeks.
By now, most companies planning to open during Phase 1 have read
Mystic Seaport Museum announces it will reopen to the public Saturday, May 23. To celebrate the occasion and to thank the community for its support of the Museum during its closure, admission will be free May 23-29.
Visitors will be welcome to explore the grounds, including the historic village and gardens, the shipyard, and the Mystic River waterfront. The indoor exhibitions, village buildings, and the historic vessels will not be open at this time. The Museum plans to expand access and programming for
To ensure the health and safety of their guests and staff alike on opening days, Mystic Aquarium is partnering with the Visiting Nurse Association of Southeastern Connecticut, to help manage the new temperature screening process required as part of phase one in Governor Ned Lamont’s Reopen Connecticut Plan.
From Wednesday, May 20 through Friday, May 22, a nurse from the VNA , a member of Yale New Haven Health, which also includes L+M Hospital, Westerly Hospital and other ambulatory services in the
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Mystic Aquarium is excited to announce they will be reopening on Wednesday, May 20, in accordance with Governor Ned Lamont’s Reopen Connecticut Plan. Access to the Aquarium will be limited to outdoor spaces at 50% occupancy. New protocols will be implemented to ensure the health and safety of guests, employees and the animals.
Mystic Aquarium will reopen with two special events in recognition of the support of the local community and the efforts of health care workers, emergency responders and other Robinson+Cole and the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) will lead the Connecticut COVID-19 Small Business Virtual Legal Clinic as part of the nationwide program organized by Lawyers for Good Government to assist small businesses in weathering the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The mission of the clinic is to help Connecticut’s entrepreneurs and small businesses that have suffered adversely from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic by providing free, limited-scope legal advice. Qualifying small Firm to lead oversight of Connecticut-wide virtual clinic as part of national program
Robinson+Cole and the Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) will lead the Connecticut COVID-19 Small Business Virtual Legal Clinic as part of the nationwide program organized by Lawyers for Good Government to assist small businesses in weathering the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The mission of the clinic is to help Connecticut’s entrepreneurs and small businesses that have suffered adversely from the impact of
Working with community and business leaders from around the state, we developed a guide to help small businesses manage the reopening process while complying with the new COVID-19 safety rules.
The Small Business Reopening Resource Guide is available online and includes valuable information about the following topics:Financial Needs – Comprehensive list of state and federal financing resources and advisory partnersEmployee Training & Support – General and industry-specific guidance about who should be Reliance Health was recently awarded $18,601 from the FCC’s COVID-19 Telehealth Program. Reliance Health was one of 82 health care providers to date to receive funds as part of the FCC’s COVID-19 Telehealth Program, authorized by the CARES Act. The agency plans to expand telehealth options by extending online meeting subscriptions and making hardware purchases that will enhance clinical and group activity access. For more information about the FCC’s COVID-19 Telehealth Program and to view a complete list of
Looking to change careers? Three Rivers Community College is offering two brand new courses this summer that will give you the training you need. Basic CAD – Autocad and Introduction to Software Applications are the perfect first steps for those interested in a new career whether it is drafting or beginning a new role in an office environment. Employers can also use these programs for Three Rivers to train their staff.
Basic CAD – Autocad – Get the training you need to start a career in drafting. Charter Oak Federal Credit Union has promoted Holly DePerry to Assistant Vice President-Business Lender and also promoted Lauren Vincent to Commercial Credit Manager to accommodate the credit union’s expanding business lending business.
DePerry has extensive business lending experience in eastern Connecticut as well as southern Rhode Island and has been with Charter Oak’s Business Lending Department since 2017. Vincent joined Charter Oak
in 2015 and has served in numerous banking positions as well as Is your business safe to reopen?
Businesses are beginning to reopen, but it is not “back to business” as usual. Our world has changed. The need to protect our staff and our customers from threats like the Coronavirus is top priority. Is your business ready to safely open its doors?
Before, we didn’t have to think about social distancing and protective gear for our employees. Today, customers expect careful measures to be taken to ensure their safety. Standards and recommendations change often and First participants dosed at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and University of Maryland School of Medicine
Pfizer and BioNTech ramping up manufacturing capabilities to further increase production capacity in 2020/2021NEW YORK, USA, and MAINZ, Germany, May 5, 2020 – Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) and BioNTech SE (Nasdaq: BNTX) announced today that the first participants have been dosed in the U.S. in the Phase 1/2 clinical trial for the BNT162 vaccine program to prevent COVID-19. The trial is part of a global During COVID-19 Emergency, SkillUp CT Allows Jobseekers to Upgrade Skills From Their Own Homes
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced the statewide expansion of a program that will make free online learning licenses available to recipients of unemployment insurance, including those who have been impacted by the economic fallout of the COVID-19 public health crisis. The SkillUp CT program will significantly expand access to comprehensive online course work from a leading global provider for The UConn Family Business Program is offering families an opportunity to hire a student intern through our Family Business Internship Program. This is just one way we support Connecticut's family-owned businesses. If you are interested, or know a family business that could use some help, let us know.
Past summer interns assisted family businesses with projects covering the areas listed below. But, don't let that stop you from suggesting other ideas you may have for an intern to help you solve a particular
During this challenging time, Eversource is committed to providing programs and resources to lessen the financial hardship on small businesses – the backbone of our communities.
If you need support, Eversource can help:We’re offering a special, extended payment arrangement for any past-due amount, with $0 down payment, 12 months to pay and the first payment not due until June 1, 2020.We can also connect you with state and federal assistance programs for which your business may be eligible. With new
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) invites small business and workers to participate in the DOL’s “Opening America’s Workplaces Again National Online Dialogue.” Through this dialogue, the public can play a key role in helping to reopen America’s workplaces safely. The public – including employers, workers, local authorities and advocacy groups – is invited to share ideas on six topics:Reopening businesses;Commuting safely;Working safely;Accommodating members of vulnerable populations;Supporting America’s The Florence Griswold Museum may be closed to visitors for its indoor exhibits--the gardens, ground and Artists' Trail are open to explore--but Education staff is reaching out to families to continue the creative art-based teaching that happens in the Education Center with the FloGris ArtReach with Julie.
Watch for a new FloGris ArtReach project each week. These hands-on/minds-on activities are designed for all skill levels and to inspire your creative individuality. Most projects can be made with
As a result of the current health crisis, the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra has transformed its educational program, Music in the Schools, into an online resource for all to access, titled Music in the Homes. In the coming weeks, the ECSO will be posting videos to its YouTube channel at youtube.com/ectsymphony of educational videos provided by ECSO musicians. These videos will walk through the personal background of our musicians, musical concepts demonstrated by performed and recorded excerpts, April 29, 2020 WETHERSFIELD – Today, the Connecticut Department of Labor launched a website that further breaks down unemployment claims by age, industry, gender and town that will offer valuable insight for planning and budgeting purposes, and for developing responsible strategies for re-opening the state during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The site, (https://www1.ctdol.state.ct.us/lmi/claimsdata.asp) was developed by the agency’s Office of Research in an effort to track unemployment data from January 2015
The Connecticut Humane Society is proud to introduce Pawffice Pals, a guaranteed way to make you and your colleagues smile.
There’s about to be a new face in your company’s video meeting. Probably one that’s dozing off, chewing with their mouth open, or randomly meowing at your new idea. That’s right—CHS pets are your new Pawffice Pals joining your video conference calls. They Zoom. They Skype. They do it all. They’re making bark meetings the new board meetings.
For a small donation that covers their It’s ESSENTIAL that you fill out the CENSUS for your household!!It’s EASY: You can do it by mail, you can do it online, or you can do it by telephone!It’s FAST: Takes less than 10 minutes!It’s IMPORTANT: A complete count determines the amount of federal money we get back from paying our taxes in the form of services, support, programs, and business development. A complete count also determines our level of political representation and the size and shape of our legislative districts.It’s SECURE: Your Panel of Local Health, Business, Workforce, and Education Experts Will Provide Recommendations to the Lamont Administration and Legislative Leaders on COVID-19 Strategy
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the members who will serve on the Reopen Connecticut Advisory Group – the panel of local health, business, workforce, and education experts organized by AdvanceCT that will consult with his administration and legislative leadership on the reopening of Connecticut’s economy and education system as the
The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut announces that the “Request for Proposal” (RFP) for the Neighbors for Neighbors Fund will be open on Monday, April 27, 2020. Grants from this fund are available to organizations serving the basic needs of residents of the Foundation’s 42-town region.
The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut created the Neighbors for Neighbors Fund (The Fund) in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The Fund is jointly administered with the United Ways of Lathrop Insurance, Inc. has been recognized by Ohio Mutual Insurance Group President and CEO Mark C. Russell as one of the company’s top 10 agencies for Outstanding Profitable Growth in 2019. Lathrop Insurance, Inc. has represented Ohio Mutual since February, 1987. They have symbolized excellence by achieving the most outstanding growth and profitability in 2019.“We are honored to recognize Lathrop Insurance, Inc. as a key business partner that focuses on a strong commitment to growing their business in a
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is providing an additional $37,500 in emergency grants to 15 food pantries and meal programs in eastern Connecticut, bringing the credit union’s total food-assistance donations in April to $75,000, the largest one-month donation in the credit union’s 81-year history.
“The need is still great to provide food assistance to the many individuals and families who’ve been directly impacted by the Coronavirus,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Silver / Petrucelli + Associates has been selected to Renovate as New the ACES Wintergreen Inter-District Magnet school at 88 Bassett Road in North Haven.
In the past, the 161,000 s.f. building was home to North Haven Middle School and Greater New Haven State Technical College before ACES moved into the building in the summer of 2019. The project will transform the school with a state-of-the-art K-8 program with a performing and visual arts focus.
“We are elated that ACES continues to put their trust in
Comcast Business has unveiled a collection of resources and offers, providing customers with free or discounted access to leading third-party business applications and software to support them as they adjust to working during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Comcast Business teamed with technology industry leaders to compile a list of resources to help businesses of all sizes connect and collaborate. Comcast Business has also secured deals for its customers, providing them with free or discounted access to leading Hygienic Art has always been a labor of love. In order to sustain our program and support what we do, we do everything we can to thrive and survive in normal times. We maintain overhead costs, we install, present and produce almost everything with our artists, staff and volunteers, and we balance our ephemeral and unsellable projects with more commercially viable exhibitions and events. Whether you see it or not, year over year we continue to produce the fruits of love for the art, the artists and our Calling all entrepreneurs and game show enthusiasts! SOLD OUT is a competition show for entrepreneurs to pitch and sell their amazing products to all of America...And it's happening live from your living room! Howie Mandel is helping entrepreneurs across America sell their products on his TALK SHOP LIVE channel.
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For more insurance news or to learn more about Morin Associates, visit MorinAssociates.com. Atlantic Broadband, the nation’s eighth-largest cable operator, is making health care providers aware of a new initiative that is designed to help eligible health care providers deliver telehealth services during the COVID-19 outbreak.
As part of the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act) passed by the U.S. Congress, the Federal Communications Commission’s “COVID-19 Telehealth Program” will provide $200 million in funding to eligible health care providers to enable “the delivery of The City of New London, in partnership with the City of Norwich, is proud to offer Spanish speaking business owners a 'Help Line' to navigate available relief programs. Please call 860-437-6309 or email sbinfo@newlondonct.org to make an appointment. Now is the time where partnerships are vital in getting information to all of our small business/ non-profit owners. We are all in this together.
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The Three Rivers Community College campus may be closed temporarily due to COVIOD-19, but staff is still virtually available to answer questions from prospective students. In addition to email and phone calls, Three Rivers staff members are now hosting group video chats and one-on-one meetings, keeping everyone safely distanced in their own homes while providing crucial information about enrolling, classes, financial aid, as well as how to take advantage of Connecticut’s new debt-free college plan.
TVCCA (Thames Valley Council for Community Action) will be taking part in #GiveFromHomeDay on April 21, 2020. This national fundraising drive puts the power of giving into the hands of Americans who are anxious to help neighbors and strangers alike who struggle with the economic and health impacts of the new coronavirus (COVID-19).
With people out of work, small businesses closed, schools shut down, and seniors more isolated than ever, the concept of helping our neighbors and communities has been Nurses play a critical role. They sacrifice themselves everyday, especially right now as they are putting themselves on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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To recognize all their hard work and commitment, Verizon is offering a discount off Mix and Match As a result of the current health crisis, the ECSO must regrettably cancel the remainder of the 2019-20 season, including our rescheduled Spring Strings concert that was to take place on May 23rd (originally March 25th), our April 25th season finale – Feast & Fireworks, and the Young People’s Concerts that were rescheduled to May 19th.
We know these are difficult times for many and the current situation also poses financial challenges for the ECSO. Ticketholders who are in a position to help may do so in Travelers Championship Statement – Nathan Grube, Tournament Director
The PGA TOUR today announced that the 2020 Travelers Championship is currently scheduled as a TV-only event, broadcast by CBS and the Golf Channel, June 25–28. Conducting the tournament without crowds on-site is in the best interest of protecting everyone, including the Connecticut community at large.
Those who purchased tournament tickets through Ticketmaster will automatically receive a full refund within 30 days.
We are Mystified has created a special CAR EDITION scavenger hunt for families with elementary and middle school aged kids. It’s a mobile scavenger hunt for the kids that can be done while driving around Mystic. It will offer opportunities to visit trails and open spaces, but could be completed from the safety of your car.
Here is the storyline:
Corvus the Raven is up to his tricks again! Corvus loves to collect things and this time he has stolen Clarabell's favorite river rocks! Clarabell loves to paint her Comcast Business launched a new webinar series aimed at helping businesses, of all sizes and across all industries, navigate the current environment, including strategies on how to rethink their short- and long-term goals and leverage technology to remain productive and nimble with their operations. “With our network of industry experts and strategic partners, we’ve compiled a collection of new webinars to support and empower the business community,” said Eileen Diskin, CMO, Comcast Business. “Our hope is IRS.gov feature helps people who normally don’t file get payments; second tool next week provides taxpayers with payment delivery date and provide direct deposit information
To help millions of people, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today launched a new web tool allowing quick registration for Economic Impact Payments for those who don’t normally file a tax return.
The non-filer tool, developed in partnership between the IRS and the Free File Alliance, provides a free and
SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza today announced that SBA issued guidance clarifying that all faith-based organizations impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19) are eligible to participate in the Paycheck Protection Program and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, without restrictions based on their religious identity or activities, to the extent they meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the CARES Act that was passed by Congress, signed into law by President Trump, and implemented by the Paycheck One day, the next generation will learn about the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 in history class, but they will also learn about the great American recovery that followed. The only way that we in Norwich are going to help write that recovery chapter is by uniting as a community and helping all of our neighbors.
At Minuteman Press, we are doing our part to author America’s recovery story by running the Bounce Back USA initiative. Bounce Back USA was created by Minuteman Press to offer two free services to
ConnectiCare, one of the region’s leading health plans, recently launched its “Peace of Mind” initiative to provide members with additional support during the coronavirus pandemic. ConnectiCare nurse care managers are calling members who may be more vulnerable to the coronavirus due to medical conditions or their age and giving them critical information to help keep them safe. ConnectiCare’s service team is making similar calls to members that have previously visited a ConnectiCare center.
“Our nurse The Dime Bank Foundation announced on April 8 that it will immediately provide a number of grants to local organizations who are facing surges in food and meal-related needs as a result of the coronavirus (COVID19).
“We have said since this situation started that we are now, more than ever, a community bank,” said Nick Caplanson, Dime’s President and CEO. “We are happy to support these worthy organizations who are working tirelessly today, and every day, to make our community a better place to live.”
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Museum Extends Event and Food Service Contract with Coastal Gourmet Group through 2021
Mystic Seaport Museum announced today the Greenwich Hospitality Group (GHG) will delay for one year construction of the new Delamar Mystic Hotel.
Citing the economic and market uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, GHG decided to push out the project 12 months. The 26-room boutique hotel and restaurant is to be built on Museum property that is the present site of Latitude 41 Restaurant & Tavern. The project There are many questions about seeking care for coronavirus (COVID-19), your benefits as a ConnectiCare member, and more. Find many of the answers here.
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If I have recently traveled to an affected area or have flu-like symptoms and want to talk to a doctor, what should I do?Call your primary care provider (PCP) to discuss your recent travel or share details about The longer you stay inside, the harder it may be to find things to do. If you need help filling the gaps in your days, here are some fun things to try at home.
Get or stay fitLook for free online fitness classes (like these from Planet Fitness, CrossFit, and SilverSneakers®).Go for a walk, jog, or run (but maintain social distance).Hop on your bike or slip into some roller skates or rollerblades.Head outside for some squats, lunges, or jumping jacks.Prep your yard or garden for spring planting. Engage The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut (CFECT) announced the following three actions to address the impact of COVID-19 on residents of Eastern Connecticut:
1. Immediate relief: Disbursement of $403,500 in grants to 24 organizations addressing the basic needs of residents of southeastern Connecticut.
These grants were fast-tracked through CFECT’s regular regional competitive grants cycle and made possible by existing donor funds at CFECT. The grants are aimed at building the capacity of
The Internal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to be on the lookout for a surge of calls and email phishing attempts about the Coronavirus, or COVID-19. These contacts can lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft.
"We urge people to take extra care during this period. The IRS isn't going to call you asking to verify or provide your financial information so you can get an economic impact payment or your refund faster," said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig. "That also applies to surprise emails
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, commends Chelsea Groton Bank on its achievement of another 5-Star Superior Rating. Not only has Chelsea Groton Bank earned Bauer’s highest (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability, it has maintained that top rating for 104 consecutive quarters, sailing through one of the most trying economic times of our lifetimes and giving it an added designation of “Best of Bauer Bank”. This status is reserved solely for banks that have earned Help keep the people we support with disabilities and their essential caregivers safe during this crisis. We are in need of face masks. Donations are accepted on Wednesdays or can be mailed to our main office at: 60 Hilliard Street, Manchester, CT 06042. All donations are tax deductible. For more information, email mcarr@journeyfound.org or call 860-643-9844x137.
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union is providing $35,000 in emergency grants to 14 food pantries and meal programs in New London and Windham counties to help them meet growing food insecurity issues caused by the continuing COVID-19 health crisis.
“We realize this health crisis is creating mounting pressures on food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters, so this emergency funding will help restock their shelves to provide food assistance to those in need,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and 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 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 - 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 -
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Parts (860)-333-6526 – 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
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
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
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
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
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 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.
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
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 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, 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 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.
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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
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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
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
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
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, 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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 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
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
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. 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
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
Families are invited to enjoy games, activities, music, and entertainment throughout the Museum’s grounds:
•Ice 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 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 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 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.
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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 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.
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“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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“Earning this five-star rating from BauerFinancial confirms that Charter Oak is a safe, sound and very strong financial institution,” said Brian A. Orenstein, Charter Oak’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We work very hard to manage our 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 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
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
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 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 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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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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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.
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Always Home’s Executive Director, Betty Smith, acknowledged that this gift will have a positive and enduring community impact. “A single 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 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:
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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 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 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 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.
The 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 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.
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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
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 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 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 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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"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 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 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 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
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
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 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 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 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 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, 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 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
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 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.
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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.
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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.
Gov. Ned Lamont joined state and local Note: this article was originally published by Forbes Magazine on April 30, 2019.
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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.
The Groton & New
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. 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. 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.
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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
> Learn more here 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 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 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 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,
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Eversource Earns 2021 Energy Star® Partner of the Year Sustained Excellence Award
Dime Bank Welcomes New Corporators at 152nd Annual Meeting
Thames River Heritage Park Sponsorship Opportunities for 2021
Stonington Community Center Looking for Rad Dads
Eversource Again Recognized by Barron’s as One of America’s “Most Sustainable Companies”
Norwich Arts Center is pleased to announce that LaShawn Cunningham was recently voted in as a board member
Harbor Village has obtained in network provider status with two United Health Care Plans
Governor Lamont Announces Plans at Connecticut State Parks for the 2021 Outdoor Recreation Season
Introducing The Norwich Spa at Graduate Providence
17th annual Open House Day: June 12
Walk to End Alzheimer's Corporate Team Kickoff
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SBA to Open Shuttered Venue Operators Grants for Applications on April 8 at 12 p.m. EDT
Groton Utilities Spring Rebate Promotion
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Únase a SBA el jueves 8 de abril a las 6:00 pm ET para un seminario web en español sobre los programas de alivio durante COVID-19
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant: Recorded Information Session
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URI College of Business seeks mock interviewers
Face masks and other personal protective equipment to prevent the spread of COVID-19 are tax deductible
Chelsea Groton Bank Offers Free Online Business Seminars for Local Entrepreneurs
CTSBDC announces the launch of new website
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Yale New Haven Health launches health information webpage for journalists
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Comcast Commits to Investing $1 Billion over Next 10 Years to Reach 50 Million Low-Income Americans with Tools and Resources to Succeed in Digital World
Pat Munger Construction Company Inc. Honored With Two Hall of Fame Awards
Shuttered Venue Operators Grant: Accepting Applications April 8
EIDL Deferments Extended Until 2022
Isabella Casillas Guzman Confirmed as 27th SBA Administrator
Tax Day for individuals extended to May 17: Treasury, IRS extend filing and payment deadline
Governor Lamont, Mohegan Tribe, and Mashantucket Pequot Tribe Reach Agreement on the Modernization of Gaming in Connecticut
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation is now accepting grant applications
Hire Vets Gold Medallion Awarded to Survival Systems USA
Chelsea Groton CEO Michael Rauh Appointed to ABA Board of Directors, ABA Committees
Safe Reopening Resources with Exclusive Member Discounts
Summer Intern Interest Survey
20th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, May 3rd Supports UCP of Eastern CT, Offers Great Start to 2021 Golf Season
Governor Lamont and Congressional Delegation Announce Launch of State Program To Provide Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The Town of Waterford Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut with Yearly Contribution
Connecticut Convention and Sports Bureau's Hospitality Heroes Recognition Announces its first group of Honorees
Reid and Riege Names New President
Governor Lamont Signs Law Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Ethnic Hairstyles
Overhead Door Company of Norwich Celebrates 60 Years Serving Eastern CT
Connecticut Convention and Sports Bureau's Hospitality Heroes Recognition Announces its First Group of Honorees
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Chelsea Groton Bank Introduces Local Chelsea | LIVE Video Banking Team and New Ways to Connect
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Applications Open for the Fourth Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, powered by Techstars
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Comcast Named a 2021 Top 10 Best Place to Work in Connecticut
ConnectiCare Centers Receive International Recognition
Former Commander of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) Joins ThayerMahan as Special Advisor for UXO and MEC
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Governor Lamont Issues Proclamation Declaring Problem Gambling Awareness Month in Gonnecticut
SBA: Small Businesses Special PPP Application Window Through March 9
Targeted EIDL Advance Mapping Tool
DECD: Encouraging Investment in Opportunity Zones
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital modifies patient visitation guidelines
Jennifer Seuferling is Promoted to Cash Management Officer at Chelsea Groton Bank
SBA Veterans Small Business Advisory Committees to Host Virtual Public Meetings March 3 and 4
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Charter Oak is No.1 Mortgage Lender for 11 Years in a Row
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The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) is excited to announced The Bridge Builders Initiative
Norwich Arts Center Welcomes James R. Marshall, III, to Board
The Chelsea Groton Foundation Now Accepting Grant Applications Through Online Portal
IRS Hosting: How to Choose a Paid Tax Preparer – Avoid “Ghost Preparers”
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The Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) 2021 Arts Workforce Initiative (AWI) Program
ThayerMahan-UConn Team Begins High-Resolution Seabed Surveys of Thames River
SBA Shares Resources for Black-Owned Businesses During National Black History Month
NTE Energy to develop 5 GW of clean energy projects; nationwide portfolio to include solar, BESS assets
Governor Lamont Announces New Business Tools Now Available At Business.CT.Gov
Charter Oak donate Over $100,000 in 2020 to Region’s Food Pantries
Pre-Filing Season Awareness event
Eversource Urges Customers to Remain Vigilant After Increased Reports of Scams, Provides Tips to Stay Safe
EWIB Seeking Responses to Multiple RFPs
Women's Business Development Council Opportunity Fund Offers Grants
Chelsea Groton Bank is accepting SBA PPP loan applications
ThayerMahan Selected to Join the World Economic Forum’s Global Innovators Community
Private Labs and Offices Available Now
ECAR hosts Affiliate Virtual Visitor event
United Way Holds Annual Meeting, Votes in Officers
Emergency Food and Shelter Funding Announced
Governor Lamont Proposes Legislation Focused on Creating an Agile, Equitable, and High-Performing Workforce
Charter Oak Promotes Three to Accommodate Business Lending Growth
Continuing the Conversation on Race: Policing in the U.S. and New London
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Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition will serve as the Designated Regional Service Organization for towns in Windham and Tolland
Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation Awards $5,000 to Support Local Libraries
North Stonington Supports The Arc Eastern Connecticut With Donation
Eversource Helps Customers Manage Energy Costs with New Usage Monitoring Tools
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital accepts gift from Sails Up 4 Cancer
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2021 tax filing season begins Feb. 12; IRS outlines steps to speed refunds during pandemic
SBA Launches New, Free Online Digital Learning Platform
CT Humane clinics expand with $47k PetSmart Charities® grant
Pfizer CT Announces Beginning of 2021 Community Grants Campaign *NEW* Website and Application Process
SBA Re-Opening PPP to Small Lenders on January 15 and All Lenders on January 19
Charter Oak Awards Over $674,000 in Gold Reward Bonuses
SBA Extends Crucial Lifeline to Borrowers Impacted by COVID-19 with Debt Relief
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union Awards Grant to The Arc Eastern Connecticut
Full Scholarships Available for Three Rivers Community College Nuclear Engineering Technology Program Deadline is February 15
SBA: Announcing Ascent Program for Women-owned Businesses
United Way Video Series Spotlights Local Career Paths with Sustainable Wages for Graduating High School Seniors
Kristi D. Kelly and Roger T. Scully, III, Elected Directors at Suisman Shapiro
Best of Bauer Chelsea Groton Bank Continues to Thrive
Eversource works with UConn to reduce energy use and advance overall sustainability
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Three Rivers College Foundation Awards Additional $250,000 in Scholarships for Spring Term to help with Pandemic difficulties
The Day Launching New True Crime Podcast
NESS Welcomes Dr. Cinda P. Scott, Ph.D., Caitlyn Slivinski, & Harrison “Cal” Buxton to the Board of Directors
Governor Lamont: CARES Act II Will Provide Relief for Unemployed and Help Connecticut Businesses in Economic Recovery
CTNext Entrepreneur Innovation Awards (EIA) February 2021 Online Pitch Competition Call for Applications
Dominion Foundation Grant Allows The Arc ECT to Help People with IDD Stay Connected
Chelsea Groton Bank and Foundation Together Gave Record $1,000,000 this Year
Explore New International Trade Opportunities in 2021 with a STEP Grant
Holiday Concert from The Side Door and Old Lyme Inn
Mohegan Sun Named “Industry Innovator” by Eastern Connecticut’s Chamber of Commerce Annual ECTy Awards
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Mitchell College Awards Inaugural George Floyd Scholarships
Eastern Regional Tourism District Announces Final Awardees for 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership Program
SBA Provides Historic Level of Lending to CT Small Businesses
Introducing a New Small Business Relief Loan
Eversource Named #1 Energy & Utility Company in Newsweek Magazine’s List of Most Responsible Companies
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Comcast Extends COVID Support with 60 days of free internet for lo-income customers and free access to the nation's largest public wifi network through June 3, 2021
Mohegan Tribe, Mohegan Sun and Yale New Haven Health launch new testing site at the Casino
Lashes by Lee and Bravado Academy Launch Eyelash Technician program
Charter Oak's Matching Gifts’ Donates $400,000 to Charities
Hall Communications Announces Phil LoPiccolo as Sales Manager for Eastern CT Radio Stations
DPH Celebrates GU’s Water Treatment Plant Phase 3 Completion
ThayerMahan Applies its Acoustic Expertise to Detecting and Reporting Offshore Illegal Fishing Activity
Advanced Group recognized by NAHB
Mystic Aquarium & ARSOME Announce 'Animal Heroes' Subscription Box' in Honor of #GivingTuesday
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154 non-profit arts organizations to receive $9 million
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Three Rivers College Foundation receives $5,000 from Pfizer Inc. to support Environmental Engineer
Antonino Auto Group Gives Back to Communities across the Region
ThayerMahan Receives 2020 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award from U.S. Department of Labor
Connecticut Port Authority Launches Website for State Pier Improvement Project
Eastern CT and Southern Rhode Island Wireless Zone hosting Annual Holiday Food Drive
SBA Veterans Small Business Advisory Committees to Host Virtual Public Meetings Dec. 2 and 3
Healthy PlanEat Offers Thanksgiving from the Farm
Bank Square Books is “popping up” in downtown New London this holiday season!
Mystic Seaport Museum Names Peter Armstrong President and CEO
General Dynamics Electric Boat awarded $9.5 billion by U.S. Navy for Columbia-class submarines
Pfizer and BioNTech Announce Vaccine Candidate Against COVID-19 Achieved Success in First Interim Analysis from Phase 3 Study
Lyman Allen Art Museum Announces the Appointment of Ellen Anderson as Director of Development
Chelsea Groton Foundation Assists The Arc Emporium
Work From H(otel) Options at Hilton Mystic
Gowrie Group Sponsors Carleton Mitchell Lecture Series
Governor Lamont announces strategic workforce development plan
SBA Seeks Nominations for its Advisory Committee On Veterans Business Affairs
Governor Lamont Allocates $15 Million From Coronavirus Relief Fund Toward Innovative Workforce Programs
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available for Agriculture in CT
Charter Oak Unveils New Website to Meet Growing Online Use
Governor Lamont Creates Program to Assist Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
Chelsea Groton Bank Accepting Applications for New Rotational Internship Program
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Comcast Offers Thousands of Grants, Equipment, Marketing and Technology Resources to Small Businesses
SBA: Simpler PPP Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less
Governor Lamont Announces Grant Program To Support Connecticut’s Arts Community Amid COVID-19
Chelsea Groton Executive Vice President Jennifer Pensa Named New England Women in Banking Honoree
Artists, Partners, Patrons: Sign Up to Participate in Artist Sunday Promotion
Charter Oak Earns Top 5-Star Ranking for 1st Half of 2020
New in Mystic: Quick Help for Acute Spine Patients
Attorney John A. Collins III honored by Connecticut Law Tribune with Lifetime Achievement Award
The Cove at Gateway Commons Offers Newly Constructed Townhomes and Manor Homes in East Lyme
The Ledges Hosts Uncle D's Blazin' BBQ October 17
Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods Job Fair October 8
Summer 2020 Campaign Results Are In
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Connecticut Arts Endowment Fund (CAEF) - now accepting applications
L+M Healthcare and L+M Hospital appoint new Chair of the Board of Directors
Mystic Seaport Museum Awarded Grant for Digital Programming
Chelsea Groton Bank Recognized as Top Workplace for 5th Straight Year
Mitchell College Receives Grants for Science Research From Southeastern New England Educational and Charitable Foundation
ConnectiCare Expands Member Support and Resources with New Shelton Center
Pest Control Company Lends a Helping Hand in Shelton
''Mask It Up'' Strikes a Chord
Connecticut Convention & sports Bureau's New Website Encourages Meeting Planners & Sports Promoters to Bring Business to the State
Advanced Group Moves Up in Qualified Remodeler Top 500
Governor Lamont Announces Connecticut Moves Toward Phase 3 Reopening on October 8
American Job Center: Virtual Hiring Event Sept 30
Bradley International Airport to launch expanded service on Jet Blue with the addition of four new nonstop routes
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Lawrence + Memorial Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation receives 2020 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
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The 3rd annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo goes virtual
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The Connecticut Office of the Arts announced the recipients of the FY21 Supporting Arts grants program
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National Financial Network launches new website
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Eastern Regional Tourism District Announces First Awardees for 2020 Regional Marketing Partnership
Tiffani Gavin Welcomed as The O'Neill's New Executive Director
Eversource Extends Deadline for Enhanced Small Business Energy Efficiency Offerings
The Day Launching The Norwich Times October 1
Fall Late-Start Classes Now Open for Registration at Three Rivers Community College
Liberty Bank Accepting Nominations through September 4 for its 20th Annual Willard M. McRae Community Diversity Award
Two Suisman Shapiro attorneys named to 2021 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
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Five Suisman Shapiro attorneys named to 2021 Best Lawyers® list
EWIB Announces Wage Reimbursement Program
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Two Upcoming Office of the Arts Grant Deadlines!
John Henshaw Named Connecticut Port Authority Executive Director
NCDC Issues Second COVID Business Survey
Beer'd Brewing Opens Beer'd Garden in Stonington
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Lawrence + Memorial Hospital receives Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement
Thousands of Utility Crews Working Relentlessly to Restore Power to Customers Impacted by Isaias
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Chelsea Groton Bank Team Members Earn Degrees, Diplomas and Certifications
Thames River Innovation Place Opens RFP to Stimulate Regional Innovation Ecosystem and Blue Economy
Hard Rock Cafe Offers Thank You to Frontline Healthcare Workers
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New Data Analytics Certificate at Three Rivers Community College
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Citizens Bank Announces Grant Program for Minority-Owned Small Businesses
Eastern Regional Tourism District Launches Regional Marketing Partnership Program
Eversource Encourages Customers to Evaluate Lowest-Cost Energy Supply Options
Charter Oak Community Giving Tops $183,000 in First Half of 2020
Charter Oak Named ‘Best In State’ Credit Union in Forbes Survey
IRS Issues FFCRA W-2 Reporting Guidance
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The Connecticut Artist Fellowship Program is accepting applications!
SPECIAL GRANT OPPORTUNITY Lord Foundation Special Fund for Arts & Culture Established
EIDL Advance Program Ends After Disbursing $20 Billion
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Mitchell College Welcomes New President, Elects New Chair of Board of Trustees
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The Arc Eastern Connecticut Receives Donation from EB Employees’ Association
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Federal CARES Act funds distributed state-wide by NEA & COA
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Bill Stanley, Vice President, Government and Community Relations, Announces Retirement
Grab your masks and board the region’s water taxi for a fun and safe ride as the Thames River Heritage Park launches its fifth season
Governor Lamont Announces Assistance for Renters, Homeowners, and Residential Landlords Impacted by COVID-19 Emergency
Mystic Seaport Museum Presents A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft
Governor Lamont, Governor Cuomo, and Governor Murphy Announce Joint Incoming Travel Advisory That All Individuals Traveling From States With Significant Community Spread of COVID-19 Self-Quarantine
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SBA Rolls Out Dedicated Tool for Small Businesses to Connect with CDFIs, Small Asset Lenders Participating in PPP
SBA and Treasury Announce New EZ and Revised Full Forgiveness Applications for the Paycheck Protection Program
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COVID-19 Resources for African-American Entrepreneurs across New England on June 16
SBA and Treasury Announce New and Revised Guidance Regarding the Paycheck Protection Program
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Governor Lamont Launches Initiative Providing Connecticut Residents With Career Resources and Workforce Upskilling Following COVID-19 Pandemic
Hartford HealthCare Makes Mystic Donations
SBA Release: Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act
Westerly Education Center Ready to Reopen
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Mystic Seaport Museum Honored with Sustainability Award
Visiting Nurse Association of Southeastern Connecticut President to Retire
Virtual Small Business Expo June 10-11
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AG Tong and State Police Release PSA Encouraging Residents to Fact Check COVID19 Information
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SBA Awards $100,000 for Veteran Owned Small Business Growth Pilot Training Program
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Thames River Quests Are Family Fun for Anytime this Summer
Charter Oak Community Outreach Donates Over $3,100 in Food Assistance
Morin Associates: 2021 Inflation Adjusted Amounts for HSAs
L+M Healthcare Announces 2020 Nightingale Nurses
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Announces $600,000 Gift from John Gore
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ConnectiCare extends no-cost telehealth benefits through June
DECD Shares COVID -19 Enforcement Efforts and Information on Phase 2
Mystic Seaport Museum to Reopen to the Public May 23
Mystic Aquarium to Screen Visitors on Opening Days with Assistance from VNA
Whaling City Mazda - Buy From Home Program
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Robinson+Cole Facilitates Launch of Statewide COVID-19 Small Business Virtual Legal Clinic
Robinson+Cole Facilitates Launch of Statewide COVID-19 Small Business Virtual Legal Clinic in Wake of Coronavirus Pandemic
DECD Releases Small Business Reopening Resource Guide
Reliance Health receives funds from the FCC's COVID-19 Telehealth Program
Get the Training You Need to Change Careers with Two New Workforce Education Classes at Three Rivers Community College
Charter Oak Promotes Two to Meet Growing Business Lending Needs
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Governor Lamont Announces Statewide Launch of Free Online Job Training Program for Unemployment Claimants
UCONN: Family Business Internship Program Summer 2020
Eversource Offers Financial Resources for Businesses
U.S. DOL Requests Online Feedback on Opening America’s Workplaces Through May 7, 2020
Florence Griswold Offers Art Projects Online
ECSO Launches Music in the Homes Program
Labor Department Launches Data Site Tracking Unemployment Offers Planning Tool for Cities and Towns
CHS Launches Pawffice Pals; Invite a Pet to Your Meeting
2020 Census: Groton Complete Count Committee AnswersFAQs
Governor Lamont Announces Members of the Reopen Connecticut Advisory Group
Community Foundation Accepting ''RFP'' for Neighbors for Neighbors Fund Grants
Lathrop Insurance, Inc. Honored by Ohio Mutual Insurance Group as Top Performing Agency
Charter Oak Donates Additional $37,500 to 15 Food Pantries
Silver / Petrucelli & Associates to Design ACES’ Wintergreen Magnet School
Comcast Business Provides Customers Free and Discounted Access to Leading Third-Party Business Apps
Hygienic Art Launches Hygienicards Fundraiser Featuring One-of-a-Kind Artworks
New Show Hosted by Howie Mandel Seeking Entrepreneurs
Morin Associates Shares IRS Guidance on Tax Credits Under FFCRA
Atlantic Broadband Promotes Availability of FCC Fund to Aid Telehealth Initiatives
Help Line Now Available for Spanish Speaking Businesses
Three Rivers Community College Offers Virtual Information Sessions for Prospective Students
#GiveFromHomeDay taking place on April 21, 2020
Wireless Zone Supports Healthcare Workers, First Responders and Local Restaurants
Wireless Zone Offers Nurse and Teacher Discounts
ECSO COVID-19 Update - 2019-2020 Season
PGA Tour Announces Travelers Championship as TV Only Event
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Treasury, IRS launch new tool to help non-filers register for Economic Impact Payments
SBA Clarifies Eligibility of Faith-Based Organizations to Participate in Paycheck Protection and Eco
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ConnectiCare Announces “Peace of Mind” Initiative to Support Members during COVID-19 Pandemic
Dime Bank Foundation Distributes Emergency Grants to Help Community with Food-Related Needs
Mystic Seaport Museum to Delay Hotel Project
ConnectiCare: Answers to frequently asked questions on coronavirus (COVID-19)
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Community Foundation of Eastern CT Announces Actions to Address the Impact of COVID-19
IRS issues warning about Coronavirus-related scams; watch out for schemes tied to economic impact payments
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Charter Oak Donates $35,000 in Emergency Funds to Food Pantries
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Launches Gene's General Store Online
Harbor Village Stands Ready to Support Community Health Needs
Energy Source Offers Options to Reduce Overhead Costs
Whaling City Mazda Service, Parts and Repair Open
Connecticut Port Authority, State of Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management, New England Central Railroad Announce Agreement to Support Future Growth
Mystic Aquarium Blog on Animal Enrichment
State Extends Small Business Sales Tax Deadlines
IRS Economic Impact Payments: What You Need to Know
Atlantic Broadband Launches Low-cost Internet Options and Business Solutions During COVID-19 Crisis
Eversource Continues Essential Work to Ensure Reliability During Pandemic
Three Rivers Community College Donates PPE Supplies To Local Hospitals
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Mystified Escape Room Gift Certificate Offer
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Coronavirus Preventative Measures at Chelsea Groton
SBA Updates Criteria on States for Requesting Disaster Assistance Loans for Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus
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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Connecticut
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Three Rivers Community College Professor Terri Ashton Receives Nurse’s Touch Award
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SBA To Provide Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19) Up to $2 Million in Disaster Assistance Loans
Charter Oak Donates Funding for Raymond Library Project
United Way announces capacity building grants to emergency food programs and community meals sites
Gerson DaSilva Joins Chelsea Groton Bank As VP, Commercial Loan Officer
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Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Announces $1 Million Commitment from the Miranda Family Fund
Duncklee Inc. Receives Top Performer Award from Connecticut Green Bank for the Second Year in a Row, 2018 and 2019
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Comcast Expands Service to Town of East Lyme, CT
McDonanld's in East Lyme Renovations Complete
Access Health CT Offers Group Health Plans That Work for Your Business
Charter Oak Names New Assistant VP for Business Lending
Registration for NESS's Ocean Adventure Summer Camp Open
Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation Awards $3000 Grant to Jonnycake Center of Westerly
Chelsea Groton Bank Accepting Summer Intern Applications Through March 13
City of Norwich Receives Grant Extension and Seeks Additional Sites for Brownfield Assessments
U.S Coast Guard Academy Celebrates Completion of Major Energy Management Project
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ConnectiCare Presents $9,000 Donation to Town of Ellington
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ConnectiCare Presents $4,000 Donation to St. Vincent de Paul Place
IRS: Avoid the rush after Presidents Day holiday; Use IRS’ online tools to get help
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ConnectiCare Presents $9000 Donation to Town of Ellington
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ConnectiCare Presents $4000 Donation to St. Vincent de Paul Place
Three Rivers Community College Named 2020-2021 Military Friendly School
Charter Oak Will Award $90,000 in College Scholarships
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Brian Pagliaro Named ConnectiCare's New Senior Vice President, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
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IRS, Partners Nationwide Mark Jan. 31 as 'EITC Awareness Day'
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Qualifying for the Earned Income Tax Credit
Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business Begins March 26
Mystic Seaport Museum to Hold Ice Festival February 15-17
Atlantic Broadband Expands Its Presence in SE CT Through Acquisition of Thames Valley Communications
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Connecticut Economic Resource Center Announces Rebranding and New VP of Business Development
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Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Announces the Departure of CEO/Producer Preston Whiteway
Chelsea Groton's Rich Balestracci Named New Leader in Banking
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Don't Be A Victim To ''Ghost'' Tax Return Preparers
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Charter Oak Awards Over $618,000 in Bonuses to Members
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Chelsea Groton Bank Names Renee Simao Customer Solutions Manager in Norwichtown
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Groton Banker Graduates From Industry’s Ivy League Program
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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
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Registration Now Open for 3-week Winter Courses that start December 26 at Three Rivers Community College
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Banking is a Breeze with New Online Accounts at Chelsea Groton
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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
Time for Me Wellness Series at The Spa at Norwich Inn
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
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Always Home Awarded Major Big Y Donation
Fur Seals Find Forever Home at Mystic Aquarium
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IRS Civil Enforcement Webinar
CGA Named Recipient of DIII Diversity Spotlight Initiative
Golf Fore! Prostate Cancer Research | 24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament | August, 22nd 2019 at Lake of Isles
IRS Webinar: Understanding an Offer in Compromise
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
Luisanna Cabrera Joins Chelsea Groton Bank as Mortgage Specialist
Energy-Efficiency as a Bottom-Line Advantage
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling Announces New Board Members
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
Mystic Seaport Museum to Honor Dark Harbor 20 Class Owners with William A. Baker Award
Charter Oak AVPs Complete Executive Education Program
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
Charter Oak Receives Top Honors from United Way of SECT
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Mystic Seaport Museum Announces Projects to Complement Mission and Enhance Grounds
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
Always Home Awarded Major Multi-Year Grant
Get it Together Workshop for the Overwhelmed Entrepreneur
Mystified Escape Room Adventures opens new game
UCFS Healthcare awarded grant from the Community Foundation of Eastern CT
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Supports Merger of The Arc
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
Mystic Knotwork Named in Yankee Magazine's 'Best of New England' Travel Guide
NTE Energy to Partner with HH Ellis Technical High School
Three Chelsea Groton Employees Graduate from CT School of Finance and Management
Op-Ed: Southeastern Connecticut Unfurls its Sails
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
WBDC: Business Plan Clinic
Avery-Copp House Museum 2019 Season Begins May 24
ConnectiCare Kicks Off National Nurses Week
Rootin' Tootin' Fluke'n Showdown May 18 through Sept 28 at AW Marina
New London's State Pier to Be Hub for Offshore Wind Industry
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
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
Reliance Health CEO David Burnett to Retire After 41 Years
Chamber Invites Region to Explore Tropical Costa Rica
IRS Provides Tips, Resources for Last-Minute Filers
Pat Munger Construction Co. Inc. Featured in Metal Construction News
6th Annual Women-Owned Business Day in Hartford is April 30
Give Mom a Red Door Salon Gift Card, Receive Additional Value
Free Skin Cancer Screenings Offered May 6 at Smilow Cancer Hospital in Waterford
Stunning New Tiffany Lamp Arrives at Lyman Allyn Art Museum
Charter Oak Receives Top 5-Star Rating for 2018
Chamber Foundation Accepting Applications for Student Scholarships
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