Local Infrastructure Projects Are Focused On Generating Economic Activity and Creating Jobs

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is approving the release of $6.8 million in state grants to fund seven projects in six municipalities across Connecticut under a competitive grant program that supports transit-oriented development and is targeted at boosting economic activity and creating jobs. The grants are part of the state’s Transit-Oriented Development Grant Program, which is administered by the Office of Policy and Management (OPM). The program provides grants for shovel-ready capital projects located within one-half mile of existing public transportation facilities and promotes the development of infrastructure with the goal of creating walkable, mixed-use spaces that support vibrant, sustainable, and equitable communities. “Investments in transportation infrastructure are investments in the future of our communities, our…

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Bridgeport News: Man Shot

2022-10-12@9:38pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police received a call from St. Vincent's Hospital that a male gunshot victim arrived at the hospital on foot. Its not known where the incident occurred but the victim was seen arriving from Anson Street. Detectives are investigating. Remarkably it was also posted on the Bridgeport Police Twitter account as well. First post since September 16.

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Bridgeport News: Carjacking

2022-10-12@5:30PMish-- A report of a car taken at gunpoint at Karen Court/Yaermich Drive area. Taken was a black 2009 Chevrolet Malibu by a black male wearing all black including a ski mask with white stripes. If this didn't come over to the other police stations this would be hidden from the citizens. Scott Appleby promised that all calls of significance would be posted on the Bridgeport Police Twitter page. They haven't had a post since September 16. If this didn't come over to the other police stations this would be hidden from the citizens. Scott Appleby promised that all calls of significance would be posted on the Bridgeport Police Twitter page. They haven't had a post since September 16. Don't…

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$11 MILLION FOR EMERGENCY RENTAL AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Connecticut has been allocated an additional $11 million from the U.S. Department of the Treasury to support UniteCT, the state’s premier program providing rent and utility assistance for households financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds supplement more than $400 million previously allocated for the program, primarily from the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 and American Rescue Plan Act. “Thanks to UniteCT and the emergency funding we received from the federal government, thousands of renters financially impacted by the pandemic have been able to remain in their homes and landlords have continued receiving payments on their behalf,” Governor Lamont said. “I applaud Connecticut’s Congressional delegation and the Biden-Harris administration for their ongoing commitment to provide the resources required to keep…

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