Democratic lawmakers say they’ve struck a deal on a plan to spend as much as $400 million in unused American Rescue Plan Act funds. “The stabilization bill is addressing some of the things we as a caucus felt needed to be addressed,” said Rep. Toni Walker (D-New Haven). Highlights of the bill include $160 million
Senator Richard Blumenthal announced in New Haven on Monday that the state would receive thousands of dollars in federal funds to help combat ticks. “We’re in a battle with ticks and the ticks are threatening to win,” Blumenthal said. “The new funding today can make a tremendous difference in combating Lyme disease.” The CDC estimates
As Wall Street continues to break records, the state pension fund’s performance has reached its highest level in history at $55 billion. For the 2023 calendar year, the pension funds increased by 12.8%, pushing Connecticut up in the national rankings. The strong performance marks a solid turnaround from years when Connecticut ranked as the second
When faced with pleas to extend Connecticut’s free school meal program, leaders of the Appropriations Committee encouraged testifiers at a public hearing Tuesday to go back to their districts and tap into federal COVID relief funds. The committee chairs expressed resistance to H.B. 5510, a bill that would renew the $11.2 million program that has
“This is a terrific home,” said Tony Buccheri of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England when speaking of the impressive ranch. “You really can’t appreciate it until you walk through the front door.” Indeed, you cannot at the home at 43 Burnham Road, Avon. While it was built in 1954, this home has been completely redone
In many ways, the home at represents what is possible when an incredibly beautiful location is combined with architectural excellence. “As you approach, it is quite majestic,” said Marla Byrnes of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England, who was speaking of the home and the surrounding land. She is also handling the sale. “From the front
A move-in ready colonial with an open floor plan, high-end finishes, a livable lower level and a backyard oasis is a one-of-a-kind property for sale in Connecticut. Built in 2002, this 15-room home in Farmington with nearly 9,200 square feet of space is spread out over three floors of living. Located on a corner lot
Gov. Ned Lamont’s proposal to increase funding for childcare is running into strong opposition from lawmakers who oppose the idea of taking $43.5 million from budgeted education expenses. Lawmakers, joined by teachers, parents and school officials, said Thursday that money was part of a hard-fought plan to reform how the state aids local schools. “Promises
Kate Dias, president of the largest teachers union in the state, the Connecticut Education Association, this week recalled a time in her teaching career when she bought Barbie dolls to make a lesson more engaging. One of her colleagues, she said, used Play-Doh to help create calculus models. For both projects, the money to purchase
A stunning architectural masterpiece in the historic West End neighborhood blends modern luxury with craftsman ingenuity. Built in 1929, the six-bedroom, eight-bath Hartford home offers spacious living on four levels in addition to a separate house on the property, all situated on two-thirds of an acre. The home is under contract but is an enchanter.