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GOV. MALLOY: MANUFACTURER WILL PURCHASE LAST TEXTILE MILL IN EASTERN CONNECTICUT AND CREATE 38 NEW JOBS

Jun 20, 2014 Alex

(STAFFORD) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced American Woolen Company, Inc. is in the process of purchasing Warren Corporation’s operations and assets in Stafford Springs, which is one of the last working textile mills in Eastern Connecticut. The project will result in the creation of 38 Connecticut-based jobs over the next two years. “The Warren Mills site is a reminder of the vital role our state and residents played in the emergence of the country’s vibrant manufacturing industry. To this day, it continues to be one of the most significant cultural, historical, and economic assets you will find in Eastern Connecticut,” said Governor Malloy. “It is a no-brainer for the state to support this project when you consider that this…

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Detectives Attempt to Identify Robbery Suspect

Jun 20, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – June 20, 2014) – Detectives are seeking the public’s help in identifying an armed robber who held up a Wood Avenue restaurant Thursday evening. The Subway sandwich shop, at 1552 Wood Ave., was held up by a white or Hispanic male at approximately 7:30 p.m. The suspect approached the counter near the cash register and began inquiring about a job. The employee behind the counter was giving the suspect information when the suspect pulled his hand out of his pocket, gesturing that he had a gun, and demanded money. The suspect had a gray and white, non-skid sock covering his hand. The suspect fled with a small amount of cash. Anyone with information pertaining to this suspect is asked to contact Detective…

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GOV. MALLOY SIGNS LEGISLATION INCREASING STANDARDS FOR THE CARE OF ANIMALS AT PET SHOPS  

Jun 18, 2014 Alex

    (GREENWICH, CT) – Joined by state lawmakers and advocate, Governor Dannel P. Malloy today held a bill signing ceremony at the Greenwich Animal Shelter to commemorate a new law that will increase standards for Connecticut retail pet shops and breeders.   Public Act 14-77, An Act Concerning Certain Recommendations of the Task Force on the Sale of Cats and Dogs from Inhumane Origins at Connecticut Pet Shops, increases the accountability of pet stores through increased standards and business practices.   “There is evidence that puppy mills around the country have employed practices that any reasonable person would consider inhumane,” said Governor Malloy.  “By signing this bill into law, we are setting standards in Connecticut to ensure that animals are…

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GOV. MALLOY SIGNS LEGISLATION PROTECTING GOOD SAMARITANS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF DRUG OVERDOSE TREATMENT

Jun 17, 2014 Alex

(WETHERSFIELD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Commissioner Pat Rehmer and other state and local officials, today held a bill signing ceremony for legislation (Public Act 14-61) that grants civil and criminal liability protection to a bystander who administers Naloxone Hydrochloride (known as Narcan) in good faith to someone who has overdosed.   The new law is focused on reducing fatalities resulting from heroin and prescription drug overdoses. Narcan is a prescription medication that reverses an opioid overdose. It can be administered by a layperson with minimal training and is most commonly available as either an injection or nasal spray.   “As we work to implement strategies that will…

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