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Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley Announces 2024 Nursing Scholarship Award Recipients
Press Release from Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley. In honor of the late Judith McCann Heiser of Ivoryton, the Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley (VNLV) have awarded their 2024 nursing scholarship to three local applicants. This year’s scholarship recipients are Loretta Cecchini and Jessica Stoetzle of Chester and Taylor Festa of Old Saybrook.
Early onset Alzheimer's patient regains hope thanks to clinical trials, changing mindset
Lauralee Denler, 60, goes for a run on her long, winding driveway in Old Saybrook to train for a 5K. Her wife Tara Milardo runs with her, cheering her on. A year ago, Denler was diagnosed with young onset Alzheimer’s, a term used by physicians when the disease is diagnosed under the age of 65.
Grant Received for Saybrook Point Sidewalks
The Board of Finance has approved an appropriation of $366,000 for a state grant that will pay for the construction of sidewalks in Saybrook Point, including the former Dock and Dine property and Gardiners Park. According to First Selectmen Carl Fortuna, “The grant will pay for a sidewalk from Mini...
Haddam Business Awarded Middlesex County Revitalization Grant
(July 1, 2024) — Into the Woods, “the gift store…inspired by Nature,” opened its doors on Bridge Road in the Tylerville section of Haddam on June 18, 2018. The owner, Jeff Fast, has been a student of Nature all his life. His knowledge, passion and curiosity are an integral part of Into the Woods.
Tree falls on ‘cursed’ police cruiser in Waterford
WATERFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — No one was injured after a tree fell on a police car in Waterford on Monday. The vehicle has been having a string of bad luck recently, according to the Waterford Police Departments Facebook. The car has faced a transmission issue and an air conditioning issue as of late, and now […]
Going to Waterford Beach? These new parking rules are in effect
WATERFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Be prepared for some new rules during your next trip to Waterford Beach. Starting July 4 and continuing until the end of the summer, there will no longer be paid parking taken at the gatehouse entry point on weekends and holidays, according to Waterford police. All cars with season pass tickets […]
Retail Review: That’s the Spirit Shoppe
In a town known for its cultural attractions, cozy shops and riverfront bistros, That’s the Spirit Shoppe is yet another unique stop for residents and visitors to Essex. Run by Owner Francis D’Mello, the shop has been serving customers since 2011. D’Mello purchased the store and ran it from its previous location on Main Street in Essex village for five years before seeking a different location that would draw in more shoppers. He found it just a few miles away on Plains Road in a building that had once housed a gas station and garage, which is still visible in the shop’s distinct look. The move was advantageous for his business. “I was lucky to move into a very convenient location when I moved from downtown and into an independent building,” D’Mello said. “I was paying very heavy rent on Main Street.”
Overture Galleries' Summer Exhibitions Reception Set For Next Week
Join Overture for a reception and artists' talks celebrating Overture Galleries’ Summer Exhibitions on Thursday, July 11. The reception runs from 5:30-8:30 p.m. with artists’ talks at 6 p.m. on Rotunda Stage in Overture’s lower level. Don't miss this opportunity to dive deeper into the exhibitions, hear from the artists and mingle with other art lovers!
The Crow’s Nest Cocktail Club Debuts Father’s Day Drink
The Crow’s Nest at The Wharf Restaurant at Madison Beach Hotel hosted a craft cocktail-making experience for guests on June 10. Led by Lead Bartender Mike Mills, in collaboration with Stacey Pabst, Trade Development Manager, Connecticut Distributors, Inc., and Jamie Montesi, Connecticut State Manager, William Grant & Sons, the event introduced a new sipper to be featured in the venue’s Crow’s Nest Cocktail Club. The exclusive evening immersed guests in an educational experience under Mills, who crafts a signature cocktail each month for area enthusiasts. In celebration of Father’s Day, Mills created the Mike’s Penicillin, a twist on the traditional tipple. Using 2 ounces of The Balvenie Doublewood 17 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky as the base, Mills substituted the traditional peated Scotch with a rinse of Hudson Whiskey NY Back Room Deal Rye Whiskey, 0.75 ounce of fresh lemon juice and 0.75 ounce of honey ginger syrup, with a lemon peel garnish.
West Wharf Accessibility Mat Made Possible by Girl Scout Troop 63260
On July 1, 2024, an accessibility mat was installed at West Wharf Beach. Junior Girl Scout Troop 63260 donated $1800 toward the 50 ft long by 5 ft wide beach mat. The mat provides a cool, firm, non-slip surface allowing people of all abilities to cross the sand. The Girl...
AG Tong probes Capulet Fest, which was moved and scaled back with little notice
AG William Tong is investigating as ticketholders for last weekend’s Capulet Fest music event have been trying to get their money back after the festival was moved to an alternate location without much notice, scaled back and eventually shortened.
Social media scam targets CT residents seeking affordable housing
A Connecticut housing aid group is alerting residents of a scam targeting those in need of low-income housing. The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) was first made aware last week of a fake Facebook page pretending to be the group. The Authority is a quasi-public agency that helps fund and connect residents with low and middle income housing programs.
Bob's Stores is closing all New England locations. What it means in RI.
Bob's Stores is closing all of its stores, including the 1400 Oaklawn Ave. Cranston location. The discount retailer announced it's closing all of its locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. Bob's Stores President Dave Barton said the company's financial struggles led to the...
Five-Term Tax Collector Resigns
The Board of Selectmen is poised to appoint a new tax collector after receiving the resignation of long-time tax collector Michele Nuhn. Nuhn's last day will be Friday, July 5. The resignation was announced in a posting on the town website, and according to the town charter, the BOS has...
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