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Science Barge opens for 16th season
Dealing with climate change and protecting the environment were prominent themes in speeches at the season opening of the Science Barge operated by Groundwork Hudson Valley on the Yonkers waterfront. The barge serves as both an educational tool and a practical demonstration of what can be achieved through sustainable practices. It hosts school groups as well as being a destination that’s free to the public on weekends.
Norwalk For Business announces 2024 Shark Tank Winners
12 local businesses were named winners of the second annual Shark Tank event hosted by Norwalk for Business as part of the Norwalk Innovation Initiative. On June 6, the awardees were celebrated by Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling and each granted a monetary award ranging from $5,000 to $15,000. Each business...
U.S. and world news for June 10
Trump’s parole interview: Donald Trump was scheduled to meet with a New York City parole officer via the internet today for an interview to be used by the officer in drafting a pre-sentencing report for Judge Juan Merchan in Trump’s conviction on 34 felony counts. The report will provide guidance Merchan can use when deciding on a sentence for Trump. The court approved Trump being at Mar-a-Lago for a remote interview rather than coming to the probation department in Manhattan because of logistical and security concerns. Judge Merchan approved Trump’s attorney Todd Blanche being with Trump during the interview.
Sinking their teeth into dental health
Delta Dental’s nationwide 2024 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report. reveals a strong consumer understanding of oral health’s vital role in overall wellness, with an overwhelming majority of adults (91%) believing that their dental visit is as important as an annual physical. Further, the report finds a greater awareness among adults of oral health’s connection to specific health conditions and diseases, such as respiratory illness and diabetes. Younger generations, specifically Gen Z and millennials, are most likely to appreciate this connection.
ELECTRIC AND GAS METERS GETTING SMARTER
New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) have more than 540,000 smart meters that have been upgraded for electric and gas customers statewide. “With every meter upgrade we are empowering our customers to make smart decisions about their energy usage,” said Patricia Nilsen, president and CEO of NYSEG and RG&E. “I commend our crews for the safe and successful work on this important investment and thank our customers for their cooperation during this transition. Whether we’re accessing their homes for inside meters or their property for outside meters, their support is enabling us to serve them for years to come.”
A conversation with Strategies for Wealth’s senior leadership team
At 90, Strategies for Wealth, a general agency of The Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America, continues to evolve. With offices in Rye Brook and Manhattan, 100 financial professionals and 100 support staffers across the tristate, Strategies recently welcomed four new members to its executive leadership team – partner Jerry Tavella, managing director Andrew Harman and associate partners Bobby Angel and Joe Long:
Meet the lender of your dreams with the SBA
Bankers and business owners by the dozens gathered at Fairfield University’s Dolan School of Business on the morning of June 4 for the “Capital Matchmaker” event hosted by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Connecticut Small Business Development Council (CTSBDC). Modeled after a speed dating event, representatives...
Assisted Living Services shoring up Fairfield County operation for the “Silver Tsunami”
Demand for eldercare across the entire US is on the rise. The work involved is difficult to automate and often takes a toll on the frontline caregivers who work in both assisted living facilities and the homes of clients. “Within the next 10 years there’s going to be a significant...
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Westfair Business Publications (Westfair), a privately held publishing firm located in White Plains, N.Y., publishes weekly business newspapers: the Westchester County Business Journal in New York state and the Fairfield County Business Journal in Connecticut. With a weekly readership of more than 150,000, Westfair’s business publications reach business leaders and decision makers in seven counties as a premier source of business information on matters of concern and interest. Its website, westfaironline.com, provide up-to-date news and information on issues important and pertinent to the regional business marketplace.
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