The zoo has launched conservation education efforts over the years, but its also increasingly preparing itself for the unpredictable weather patterns of climate change. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Chaos before Connecticut political convention: Democratic candidates’ tactics questioned
The intrigue comes from the crowded fields for secretary of the state and treasurer, contests linked by a desire for a balanced ticket that reflects the identity politics of gender, race and ethnicity. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Graduation ceremonies at Connecticut colleges were limited for 2 years. 2022 looks different.
After two years of pandemic-fueled changes, graduation ceremonies will look a bit more normal at Connecticut universities this month: UConn returns to the Gampel Pavilion and the Jorgensen Center, Yale students get to invite guests again, and Wesleyan holds its first full-scale commencement and reunion weekend since 2019. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press…
Wallingford police warn Uber drivers after carjackings
Wallingford police urged Uber drivers to be cautious when picking up customers after two armed car-jackings this week. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Bridgeport closes $7M budget gap with state aid, staff cuts
The budget committee approved a revised spending plan and forwarded it to the full, currently-all Democrat council, which is expected to meet and vote Monday. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Mexican flag flies over Derby to celebrate Cinco de Mayo
The city’s cultural commission said more flag raisings are planned for other nationalities. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Bridgeport to proceed with Sikorsky sale to CT Airport Authority, despite Stratford pitch
The Sikorsky Memorial Airport Commission heard presentations from both the CAA and the town of Stratford Thursday. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
3 finalists to be interviewed for Connecticut top prosecutor
After the interviews, the panel is slated to take public comment on the finalists and appoint one of them to the post. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Could Eversource end offshore wind partnership and shift spending to strengthen its electric, gas and water systems?
If the company decides to sell all or part of Eversource’s interest in the venture, it said expects potential proceeds would likely be used to bolster its electric, gas and water systems. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Century-old Greenbacker’s Brookfield Farm in Durham on the market, ‘it was an inevitable decision’
The 415-acre Greenbacker’s Brookfield Farm in Durham is up for sale, with a list price of nearly $5 million. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Bridgeport fire official charged with sexual assault
Harold Clarke Sr. was charged Thursday morning with first-degree sexual assault, Bridgeport police said. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Hartford HealthCare aims to diversify list of business vendors with Bridgeport summit
The summit was an opportunity for minority business owners to learn about opportunities to work with HHC, which includes St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Bridgeport hoping to fill $7M budget hole with last minute boost in state aid
An accounting error left Mayor Joe Ganim’s budget $5 million short — on top of a more than $2 million expected shortfall. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Three extensive bills targeting children’s mental health in Connecticut win final passage. Here’s what they do.
“There’s a saying: Don’t waste a crisis. Connecticut’s been wasting one crisis after another when it comes to mental health,” said Sen. Derek Slap, a West Hartford Democrat. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Democrats say Connecticut’s $24.2 billion budget is ‘humane.’ Republicans say its tax relief falls short.
Only two Republicans in the House and Senate — Sens. Kevin Witkos of Canton and Heather Somers of Groton — voted for the deal. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Study finds Hartford, New Haven in top 10 worst cities for seasonal allergies; Bridgeport just misses list
According to a study by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Hartford is the seventh-most-challenging place to live with seasonal allergies Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Bridgeport settles $140,000 suit for wrongful police search
Bridgeport council approves $140,000 settlement against police for wrongful search. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Community reacts to potential overruling of Roe v. Wade
The state legislature recently passed a “safe harbor” bill to help protect patients and medical professionals from penalties from anti-abortion states. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
With Roe in jeopardy, Connecticut is poised to become ‘safe harbor’ for abortion patients
The release of a leaked Supreme Court opinion overturning Roe v. Wade prompted experts to predict patients will seek refuge in Connecticut from other states that ban abortions. Continue Reading at CTPost.com here Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Trooper arraigned in the death of Mubarak Soulemane as police rally in support
A Connecticut state trooper who fatally shot a man after a high-speed chase in 2020 was arraigned in court on Tuesday to a show of support by fellow law enforcement officers, which the victim’s family said was a failed intimidation tactic. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
Connecticut lawmakers among those in 19 states who want legal refuge for trans youth
The coordinated effort being announced Tuesday by the LGBTQ Victory Institute and other advocates comes in response to recent actions taken in conservative states. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
As demand for Open Choice seats again exceeds supply, see how much Greater Hartford towns participate
Greater Hartford’s Open Choice school lottery program is expected to grow by nearly 11% in the 2022-23 school year as swelling demand continues to exceed the supply of seats, state numbers show. Top Featured Tags: – Connecticut News Press Release Distribution Service
