HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is ordering all executive branch state office buildings closed to the public on Friday, February 25, 2022, due to the winter storm that is anticipated to impact Connecticut. The governor is directing that: All level 2 state employees who are able to telework shall telework…
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The Stamford Partnership Launches Media Advocacy Group
STAMFORD, CT – The Stamford Partnership, the region’s preeminent economic and community development organization, is announcing a major new initiative that will further cement the city’s reputation as a premier media hub and spark continued economic growth. ITV America’s Executive Vice President of Business Development & Strategy, Danielle Bibbo, has joined The Stamford Partnership’s Board…
Anderson R. Livingston Joins First County Bank’s Board of Directors
STAMFORD, CT – First County Bank is pleased to announce that Anderson R. Livingston, managing partner of the private equity firm Armondale Ventures, LLC, has been named to First County Bank’s Board of Directors. He was officially appointed to the Board at the January 19th Corporator meeting. In addition to Livingston’s election to the board,…
GasBuddy: Gas Price Surge Isn’t Over: $4/gal Could Happen in 2022 Before Any Relief Arrive
GasBuddy, the leading fuel savings platform providing North American drivers with the most ways to save money on gas, today predicts that 2022 may bring more sharp increases to gas prices – straining motorists’ wallets even more than the steep hikes of 2021. A national average of $4 per gallon is possible this spring, largely…
DCP announces public comment period for proposed regulation to update laboratory testing standards for medical marijuana
The Department of Consumer Protection has opened a public comment period to receive input on a proposed regulation to update laboratory testing standards for medical marijuana. The purpose of this regulation is to update microbial testing standards for medical marijuana to better protect public health and safety. This proposed regulatory change will create clarity and…
Governor Lamont announces six Connecticut counties approved for Federal Agriculture Disaster Declaration due to Hurricane Ida
Farmers in Approved Areas Are Eligible to Apply for Emergency Loans Due to Production Losses HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Tuesday announced that he has received notice from U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that an agriculture disaster declaration has been approved for portions of Connecticut due to the impact of the…
Governor Lamont announces Connecticut offshore wind proposal awarded $500,000 in round one funding from U.S. Economic Development Administration
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that a multi-faceted proposal to strengthen Connecticut’s offshore wind industry has been awarded $500,000 in round one planning funds from the American Rescue Plan Act’s Build Back Better Regional Challenge through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA). A coalition – led by Southeastern Connecticut…
DCP Commissioner Accepts Social Equity Council Request for 90-Day Application Period for Cannabis Licenses
The Application Period Will Open 30 Days After the Social Equity Council Issues Its Final Approval December 8, 2021 — The Department of Consumer Protection has accepted the Social Equity Council’s request to keep the application period open for 90 days for all cannabis license types that will be selected through the first lottery. The…
Stamford Downtown hosts “Deck the Downtown” Holiday Window/Façade Decorating Contest
STAMFORD, CT – In the spirit of the holiday season, Stamford Downtown is once again hosting its 11th annual storefront facade decorating contest called “Deck the Downtown” featuring over 30 Stamford Downtown participating businesses to ensure the Downtown looks dazzling for the 2021 holiday season. We hope you come Downtown to enjoy the creative &…
Nominations Open for 2022 City of Stamford Citizen of the Year
STAMFORD, CT – Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons is pleased to announce that nominations are now being accepted for 2022’s City of Stamford Citizen of the Year (COTY). “This award gives Stamford the opportunity to reflect on the people who have made extraordinary contributions to the community we love,” said Mayor Caroline Simmons. The COTY award…