Only 25% of restaurants are expected to take advantage of the first easing of the COVID-19 restrictions in Connecticut today.
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Posted inEnergy & Environment
MIRA plant a symbol of state’s struggle to move into 21st century
Waste systems in Connecticut are reaching a tipping point, raising the question of whether it’s time to reinvent how we get rid of our trash.
Posted inEducation, Health, News
West Hartford teenager hopes to bring dental exams to schools
One teenager from West Hartford hopes to help more school-aged kids receive dental exams during these uncertain times. Months ago, Marwa Abdinoor, 17, decided to study the relationship between socioeconomic status and oral health for her senior research project. As part of her project, Abdinoor plans to offer free dental exams at at least two public schools in Hartford.
Posted inJustice, Politics
Feds to monitor election in Hartford, New Britain, other CT towns
WASHINGTON — Federal monitors will watch elections in Hartford, West Hartford, East Hartford, New Britain, Farmington, Middletown and Newington on Tuesday. Secretary of the State Denise Merrill says they will observe the new voting system for the disabled.
Posted inEducation
How much does the state owe your school district?
If the spending cap on education were removed this year, the state would have to pay an additional $687.6 million to fully fund the formula.