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KUDOES FOR WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES
Impact PR & Communications, Ltd. (IPR&C), a public relations and marketing firm based in New York’s Hudson Valley region, has been named the Women-Owned Small Business of the Year for 2024 by the Metro New York District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). A New York state-certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE), IPR&C was lauded along with the area’s top entrepreneurs and small business advocates at an award ceremony on May 9. The awards recognize companies that have demonstrated growth, success, job creation or retention and community involvement, as well as individuals who have mentored and/or championed small businesses.
Danbury GOP nominates Rachel Chaleski for District 138
Danbury Republicans unanimously nominated Rachel Chaleski to run for a second term representing District 138 in Danbury at the state’s General Assembly during their party convention at Anthony’s Lake Club in Danbury on Tuesday. “I’ve been honored to be a voice for Danbury residents at the Capitol for...
An annoying buzz: survey reveals workers least favorite jargon
A recent survey of 3,000 employees by outplacement and career management firm Careerminds has revealed that among the absolute worst things you can say to an employee is “act your wage.”. Supposedly a joking admonishment to focus on tasks aligned with their pay grade, the survey found employees did...
U.S. and world news for May 23
Justice Alito: The New York Times reports that a flag that was adopted by the insurrectionists who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6 attempting to overthrow the government flew outside of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s vacation home in New Jersey during the summer seasons since the attack on the Capitol. It’s known as the Appeal to Heaven flag. The Times previously reported that an upside down American flag, adopted by the insurrectionists as a symbol of distress, was flown outside of Alito’s full-time residence in Virginia.
CT Data Collaborative and Advance CT release 2024 town profiles
AdvanceCT, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting economic development and investment across the state and the Connecticut Data Collaborative, which compiles and presents important data about communities across the state have released the latest information for all 169 municipalities in Connecticut. Data sets for each individual town, city, and village can...
Think Dutchess Alliance for Business wins Business Facilities Economic Development Organization (EDO) Award for partnerships with education
The Think Dutchess Alliance for Business has been named a winner of the Business Facilities 2024 Economic Development Organization (EDO) Awards in the category of mid-sized EDO (population 100,000 to 500,000) for its efforts in fostering partnerships between industry and education. The award-winning entry, “A Winning Partnership,” highlights the transformative effect of collaborative initiatives in Dutchess County.
Fairfield Egan and Florence University of the Arts launch nursing internship program in Italy
This spring, Fairfield University and the Florence University of the Arts-The American University of Florence launched a new semester abroad experience for nursing students in Florence, Italy, featuring a clinical placement at Careggi University Hospital. This initiative offers an immersive experience combining cultural exploration with practical health-care training. . “The nursing...
Developer seeking changes for S. Broadway project in Yonkers
It’s expected that 636 South Broadway Partners LLC, a related company of Macquesten Development, will appear before the Yonkers Planning Board at its June 12 meeting to seek approval of changes in its approved site plan for a development at 632 – 636 S. Broadway. Involved is a 160-unit affordable apartment building with 144 parking spaces.
RECOGNIZING THOSE BUILDERS BUILDING COUNTY ECONOMY
More than 200 leaders from Westchester’s commercial real estate community were on hand May 8 for the Building Owners and Managers Association of Westchester (BOMA) 32nd annual Hall of Honor Awards Dinner held at Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill in Tarrytown. RPW Group and Rebecca School were honored for their contributions to Westchester’s economy.
BANK FOUNDATION AWARDS NONPROFITS
The Savings Bank of Danbury Foundation has awarded a total of $301,350.00 to 113 different nonprofit agencies throughout Connecticut as part of an annual tradition first established in 2004. The 2023 grants total represents an increase of 8% over grants awarded in 2022. In 2004, the Savings Bank of Danbury...
SENIOR LIVING FACILITY PREPARED FOR FALL OPENING
Benchmark at Mount Pleasant, an assisted living with memory care community, coming this fall to Westchester County, has appointed Sara Humphreys of Bronxville as executive director to oversee operations for the facility. In 2019, Humphreys was inspired to embark on a “second act” and found a true passion in senior...
CNN WIKRE — ‘All hell broke loose’ on Singapore Airlines flight: VIDEO
(CNN) — Passengers on a Singapore Airlines flight hit by severe turbulence on Tuesday described a sudden, dramatic drop as “all hell broke loose” on board the Boeing airliner carrying 229 passengers and crew. At first, “the flight was perfectly normal,” said passenger Andrew Davies, who was...
Kathleen Reckling to become CEO of ArtsWestchester; succeeds Janet Langsam
After a nationwide search, the committee to find a new CEO for ArtsWestchester concluded that the right person was there all along. Kathleen Reckling, COO of the 59-year-old, White Plains-based arts council, has been named to succeed Janet T. Langsam, effective July 1. Langsam will become CEO emerita in recognition of her longtime leadership of the arts in Westchester County.
New student loan repayment options for Connecticut healthcare providers
On Monday Governor Ned Lamont announced a new initiative for the Connecticut Student Loan Repayment Program. Medical professionals who commit to practicing full time for two years in an underserved region of the state will be able to receive up to $50,000 in loan forgiveness. Part-time work in underserved areas...
U.S. and world news for May 22
Bad weather: Severe storms containing tornadoes swept through the Midwest yesterday and forecasts called for more storms today along a 1,500-mile area from Texas to Vermont. At least 18 tornadoes touched down in Iowa yesterday. An estimated 90,000 customers were without power in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois as of this morning. There were people killed an injured as a result of the storms but casualty counts had not been completed as of this morning.
Homes at Crawford Park adds new residence
Slated for summer completion, 4 Elm Hill Drive is the second home of a three-lot subdivision in the Pine Ridge section of Rye Brook, Homes at Crawford Park. This 5,590-square-foot modern colonial, with James Hardie plank siding and AZEK trim, features six bedrooms and six and ½ bathrooms on a private corner lot.
Connecticut and New York residents among those with most credit cards
When it comes to credit cards, the Nutmeg and Empire states like their plastic. Connecticut and New York ranked seventh and 13th respectively in a new report by Upgraded Points that looks at credit card ownership in the United States. Of Connecticut cardholders, 7.6% have nine or more, with 2%...
Cotsa Vino brings flavors from two seas
Seeking to blend Caribbean and Mediterranean culinary traditions, Cotsa Vino, which recently opened in Norwalk a stone’s throw from the Stew Leonard’s on Westport Avenue. The restaurant is a family affair owned by Andres Diaz and Sandro Toro. Chefs Vladimir Tolentino Collado and Miguel Castillo bring flavor from around the world to the bright dining room just off the Norwalk Green.
Greenwich bans leaf blowers in residential zones from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Leaf blower usage in Greenwich residential zones will be banned from 6pm on this Friday, May 24 through September 30, except for properties of more than two acres, which can re-start usage after the end of Labor Day. In addition to the May to September restrictions, new rules about when...
Projects to be funded by state grants in Westchester and Orange announced
Studies have identified 21 projects to receive New York State Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) and NY Forward funding that previously was awarded. The projects are in Sleepy Hollow in Westchester, the Town of Cornwall and Cornwall-on-Hudson in Orange County, and the City of Port Jervis in Orange County. The specific projects were announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul.
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