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Connecticut law firm takes on distracted driving driving with an ad campaign

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 18:22:48

In recent years the number of people involved in auto accidents where a cell phone was involved has been staggering. Cell phone usage while behind the wheel, and distracted driving is a major epidemic facing Connecticut and the US as a whole, not to mention it’s illegal. Carter Mario, President and CEO of Carter Mario Injury Lawyers, is taking a stand and making the public more aware of the dangers of distracted driving through an innovative bus advertising campaign aimed at motorists throughout the state. The campaign was designed by Mascola Group in New Haven and will be featured on hundreds of transit busses throughout the state of Connecticut.

Mayor Pavia advises residents to report storm damage

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:42:27

Mayor Pavia today is advising residents and businesses that have suffered property damage from this weekend’s storm to report it to the City immediately. This will enable the City to begin providing the assistance needed, and pave the way for a smooth permitting process that will help expedite reconstruction and restoration.

State Representative Tim LeGeyt endorses Linda McMahon

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:40:12

West Hartford, CT, March 16, 2010 – Linda McMahon for Senate 2010 today announced that State Representative Tim LeGeyt has given his support to Linda's candidacy for U.S. Senate. “Washington is failing the American people. It has lost touch with ordinary Americans, and is relying on political advantage in lieu of common sense. I believe we need strong, new faces in Washington, representatives who can bring to our nation’s capitol fresh perspectives and new ideas. That is why I am endorsing Linda McMahon for U.S. Senate.

Governor Rell asks DPUC, DEMHS to probe utility response to storm

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:28:07

Governor M. Jodi Rell today announced she has asked the Department of Public Utility Control and the Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security to examine the actions of the state’s two largest electric utilities – Connecticut Light & Power Co. (CL&P) and United Illuminating Co. (UI) – in the initial hours of the weekend storm that contributed to the deaths of at least three people, downed thousands of trees and tree limbs, snapped hundreds of utility poles and left nearly 100,000 Connecticut homes and businesses without power.

CancerCare receives $15,000 from Fairfield County Community Foundation

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:57:55

The Fairfield County Community Foundation has awarded $15,000 to CancerCare of Connecticut in support of the nonprofit’s Outreach to Diverse Communities Program. The funds were provided by an anonymous donor who receives philanthropic advisory services from the Community Foundation. The initiative is designed to reduce health disparities relative to cancer through culturally competent outreach to Latinos and people of other diverse ethnicities in Fairfield County. Services offered include cancer-related counseling, education, practical help and direct financial assistance.

‘Parfumerie’, Douglas Cosmetics hosts “Meet the Cast”

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:29:28

Local ‘Parfumerie’, Douglas Cosmetics will host a reception to “Meet the Cast” of Westport Country Playhouse’s upcoming musical, “She Loves Me,” one of the all-time great Broadway classics, on Tuesday, March 23, 5 to 7 p.m., at the store, 57 Main St., Westport. Open to the public, guests are invited to meet company members of the enchanting musical romantic comedy that is set in a 1930s European parfumerie. The production will launch Westport Country Playhouse’s 80th season in April.

Stamford Symphony strings to perform Hop!

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:29:10

The Stamford Symphony strings will perform Hop! - a fun-filled, interactive mini-concert for children (ages 4 - 8) - on Sunday, March 21 at 1:00 and 2:30 pm at the Stamford Museum and Nature Center. This is the final concert this season of the Exploring the Orchestra series sponsored by People's United Bank.

Originator of the hits “I Saw the Light” and “Hello, It’s Me”, Todd Rundgren will be in concert at The Ridgefield Playhouse

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 04:57:36

Rock & roll maverick Todd Rundgren, best known for “I Saw the Light” and “Hello, It’s Me”, will perform at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Sunday, April 11, 8 p.m.

Best known by many for his super hits “I Saw the Light”, “Hello, It’s Me”, “Can We Still Be Friends” and “Bang on the Drum All Day”, Todd Rundgren is in fact a pop craftsman. Fans of Todd Rundgren will not want to miss his show, “Todd Rundgren’s Johnson” on Sunday, April 11 at The Ridgefield Playhouse where he will perform many of his hits as well as reinterpret the songs of legendary blues man Robert Johnson. Rundgren’s band will feature Kasim Sultan, Prairie Prince and Jess Gress. Media sponsor is The Peak 107.1fm.

Ann’s Place, The Home of I CAN is looking for golfers and sponsors for its 15th Annual Ladies Golf Classic

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 04:27:22

Winners of the 2009 Ladies Golf Classic, Representing Branton Woods, Kim Kingston, Norma Scott, Sherri Wilson, and Crystal Carvalho

On Monday June 21st from 8:30 am to 4 pm, Ann’s Place, The Home of I CAN Cancer Support Services and Resource Center will hold its 15th Annual Ladies Golf Classic at Richter Park in Danbury, CT. Ladies looking for a round of golf in a delightful setting – or anyone interested in sponsoring this fundraising event – is invited to participate. Not only is the Ladies Golf Classic one of the top ladies tournaments in the area – it is played at the beautiful Richter Park Golf Course, awarded by Golf Digest as one of the “Best Places to Play” in 2008-2009. Due to its popularity, ladies are encouraged to register as soon as possible as this is a first come, first served event.

Governor Rell tours storm damage, begins coordinating statewide damage assessments

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:07:51

Governor M. Jodi Rell today toured damage in Fairfield County caused by a severe storm that brought heavy rain and high winds to Connecticut over the weekend, downing trees, blocking roads and cutting power to tens of thousands of households – nearly 59,000 of which were still without power at midday. At least three deaths in Connecticut are also associated with the storm.

State awarded $7.3 million in stimulus to upgrade, enhance health information network

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:29:28

Governor M. Jodi Rell today announced that the state has been awarded nearly $7.3 million in federal stimulus funds to build a cutting-edge information technology network for the health care system in Connecticut that will reduce costs, medical errors and, ultimately, be an integral component for a nationwide Health Information Exchange (HIE). “These funds allow us to bring tremendous changes to the way health care is delivered in Connecticut. The result will be a more efficient system with less paperwork for patients and providers. Ultimately, every citizen will have an electronic record,” Governor Rell said. “Connecticut continues to build our medical record-keeping of the 21st Century, one that will be secure and cost-effective.”

Alcohol compliance checks in Coventry identify three businesses that sold to a minor

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:58:39

Seven out of ten stores in the town of Coventry passed a recent compliance check for alcohol sales to minors, Consumer Protection Commissioner Jerry Farrell, Jr. said today.

Connecticut DEP announces return of the Great Park Pursuit

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:45:55

The Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced the opening of registration for the Great Park Pursuit, an interactive game that takes families traveling around the state participating in outdoor activities and competing for prizes by visiting state parks and forests.

Bolton earns HEARTSafe community designation

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:58:39

The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH), in collaboration with the American Heart Association, announces that Bolton has been designated a HEARTSafe Community.

UConn Avery Point to host symposium on consumer culture and oceans

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:29:08

The University of Connecticut’s Avery Point Campus will host a symposium titled “The Plastic Ocean” on Thursday, March 25th at the Branford House Mansion. The symposium presenters will explore the effects of human consumerism on the world’s oceans, and will approach the issue from many angles, including art, journalism, biology and anthropology.

Norwalk Education Foundation offers $10,000 to Norwalk’s middle schools for after school program

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:58:13

There’s growing evidence that an enriching and engaging after school program helps boost the success of students in-school and contributes to important work-ready skills such as teamwork, problem solving and decision-making skills. With this in mind, the Norwalk Education Foundation is offering each of Norwalk’s four middle schools, Ponus, Roton, Nathan Hale and West Rocks $10,000 to put in place a Middle School After School open to all students this spring and next fall. So far two out of the four middle schools have taken the offer, Roton and Nathan Hale Middle Schools.

Speaker Donovan: State must do more to aid domestic violence victims

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:37:41

House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan (D-Meriden) testified today before a joint public hearing of the Judiciary Committee and Human Services Committee in support of the recommendations of the Speaker’s Task Force on Domestic Violence.

Governor Rell submits testimony backing new UConn health network

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:04:40

Governor M. Jodi Rell today submitted testimony to the Legislature’s Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee in support of her proposal to create a landmark new partnership that would reinvigorate the UConn Health Center, bolster the schools of medicine and dentistry at the University of Connecticut and reinvent the way health care is delivered throughout Connecticut.

Thousands are still without power in Fairfield County

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:58:27

In the aftermath of the powerful storm this weekend, thousands of residents of Connecticut, primarily in the Fairfield County area, are still without power.

FactSet volunteers host “Healthy Heart” event

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:59:03

Kathleen Callahan, an employee of FactSet, spends a playful moment with Anderson Chavez at a recent Healthy Heart lunch for families and children

Participants in the Family Strengthening Program at Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) learned how to maintain good nutrition and strong relationships for themselves and their family members at a recent “Healthy Heart” lunch. Volunteers from FactSet Research Systems, Inc. sponsored the event with festive room decorations and a healthy lunch for parents and their children. The Women’s Forum at FactSet produced a Healthy Heart Cookbook containing easy, inexpensive recipes that would appeal to both children and adults, which they distributed to the families.