Treetops CMS opens season with Beethoven cello sonatas and an art exhibit by Kevin Ford
The TREETOPS CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY kicks off its fifth season on September 19 with Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Cellist Efe Baltacigil and highly acclaimed pianist Benjamin Hochman, performing Beethoven’s Variations on "Ein madchen oder weibchen" Op. 66; Sonata No. 5 in D Major, Op. 102 No. 2; and Sonata No. 3 in A Major, Op. 69. The concert is at the newly air-conditioned Treetops Studio, where a one-day art exhibit by Kevin Ford will be on display. The concert season continues with the Lincoln Center CMS Daedalus String Quartet, Musicians from Ravinia, harpist Lisa Tannebaum with Duo Stromeaux, the 2010 Arriaga Competition Winners, and the Newman Trio. More
Sep 3, 2010 - 1:58 AM
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State reports Greenwich resident tests positive for West Nile Virus
The State Mosquito Management Program today announced that a resident of Greenwich has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV) infection and is hospitalized. The Greenwich resident, between 80-89 years of age, became ill during the last week of August and is hospitalized for encephalitis. Illness was characterized by fever, headache, and confusion. Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of antibodies to WNV. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 11:57 PM
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Peckinpaugh tours naval submarine base
Janet Peckinpaugh, the Republican candidate for Congress in the 2nd District, took a comprehensive tour of the Naval Submarine Base in Groton Tuesday. Peckinpaugh was accompanied by State Senate Candidate (R) Sean Sullivan (USN-Ret.), the former Commanding Officer of the U.S. Naval Submarine Base. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 11:28 PM
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New Haven urges residents to prepare for the potential impact of hurricane Earl
NEW HAVEN- On Friday evening, Hurricane Earl is forecasted to travel through the region approximately 150 miles southeast of Long Island. Earl is expected to have its biggest impact across eastern Long Island Friday evening while also having an impact on adjacent waters and southeastern Connecticut. Heavy rains, gusting winds and flooding are possible with this storm for all of Southern New Haven County. According to The National Weather Service, Connecticut has a 40-60% chance of Tropical Storm force winds (39-73 MPH). More
Sep 2, 2010 - 11:15 PM
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DOE awards $3 million to The United Illuminating Company for Connecticut Green and Healthy Homes Initiative
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded The United Illuminating Company (UI) a $3 million grant. The grant was awarded on behalf of the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund and its grant partners the Connecticut Light and Power Company (CL&P), the City of New Haven, the City of Bridgeport, NauVEL, Yale-New Haven Hospital, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, Wagner & Associates, and NeighborWorks New Horizons. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 11:09 PM
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AHL's David Andrews named recipient of 2010 Lester Patrick Trophy
The National Hockey League announced today that American Hockey League President & CEO David Andrews has been named a recipient of the 2010 Lester Patrick Trophy for outstanding service to hockey in the United States. The award, one of the most prestigious in hockey, was presented to the NHL by the New York Rangers in 1966. It honors the memory of Lester Patrick, who spent 50 years in hockey as a player, coach and general manager and was a pioneer in the sport’s development. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 11:03 PM
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Hartford youth speaks to youth
The City of Hartford today unveiled new anti-graffiti public service announcements. They were created by Hartford students who recently completed their summer internship with the Mayor’s Office and the Hartford Office for Youth Services in partnership with Capital Workforce Partners, the Greater Hartford Urban League, and the Connecticut Puerto Rican Forum. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 10:55 PM
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Democrats ready to raise taxes
Comments by a leading Democrat Thursday shows voters can expect more misery rather than leadership on deficit reduction, according to Republican State Party Chairman Chris Healy Thursday. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 10:49 PM
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State gets federal approval for $110 million to support local education jobs
Governor M. Jodi Rell today announced that the U.S. Department of Education has formally approved the state’s application for $110.5 million to support public education jobs in all 169 municipalities. The funds are part of the $10 billion available through the federal Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistant Act. The Governor announced last month that the state would disburse the funds as grants through the Education Cost Sharing (ECS) formula to ensure that every school district in the state received a portion of the $110.5 million. The grants will go directly to the local school district to help them retain or rehire teachers and other staff. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 6:58 PM
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The United Illuminating Company plans underway for hurricane Earl
The United Illuminating Company (UI) is preparing for Hurricane Earl and diligently watching its path. Storm trackers have projected that the storm, with wind speeds of 135-mph, is heading north toward the tri-state region. The National Hurricane Center has reported that there is a 20 percent to 30 percent probability that Hurricane Earl could bring high winds and heavy rain to the area by Friday or Saturday. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 6:58 PM
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Governor Rell requests pre-landfall federal aid as ‘Earl’ approaches
Governor M. Jodi Rell today announced that as part of the state’s preparations for the approach of Hurricane Earl, she has asked President Obama to issue a “pre-landfall” declaration of emergency – an action that federal officials recommended during a conference call with the leaders of states under National Weather Service storm warnings. The Governor’s request seeks federal funding for activities necessary to ensure public safety and security. More
Sep 2, 2010 - 5:58 PM
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