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Fairfield News: Grant For Operation Hope Foreclosure Program

Oct 30, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

State Senator Tony Hwang joins Operation Hope's Executive Director Carla Miklos to announce the approval of $30,000 in state’s Interest on Real Estate Broker’s Trust Account (IOREBTA) grant funding to support mortgage foreclosure counseling services provided by Operation Hope throughout Fairfield County. There has been a 300% increase of possible evictions since last year. The landlords that count on rent money are facing foreclosure due to the loss of rental income. This is for the greater Fairfield County, not just Fairfield. Operation Hope has been providing relief to those in need for over 35 years. You can reach them at 203-292-5588 or online at https://operationhopect.org/ https://youtu.be/tO0h-vZzgFo

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Insurance Commissioner Urges Consumers to Research Their Health Plan Options Now

Oct 30, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Insurance Department Commissioner, Andrew N. Mais urges consumers to research their health plan options as we enter the Open Enrollment period beginning November 1. Consumers are strongly encouraged to take the time to fully understand what their health plan options, premiums and out-of-pocket costs are, and to also understand how they work before purchasing a Health Insurance Plan. “Consumers should research if the plan comes with protections required by Connecticut and/or federal law and is marketed by a licensed insurance carrier or licensed broker in Connecticut,” Commissioner Mais said. “As Open Enrollment is now upon us, this is the best time to shop around and find a product that is right for you and your family.” Consumers interested in learning how…

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COMMUNITY LEADERS CALL FOR PEACE ON ELECTION DAY

Oct 30, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

 On Friday, October 30 at 12 PM at Hartford City Hall, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) will join elected officials and community leaders to call for a peaceful Election Day and post-election as communities work to finalize the vote count. With increased absentee ballot use this year as a result of the ongoing pandemic, reported results may be later than past elections. This press release was made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Communicable Disease Clinic Closed

Oct 29, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – Health Director Lisa Morrissey announced the temporary closure of the Communicable Disease Clinic until November 10, 2020.  Officials have been notified that two city employees have tested positive for COVID-19.   The closure follows quarantine and isolation protocols with precautionary measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 within the offices and among personnel.  Contact tracing has begun and is extended to visitors of the clinic that may have been affected. The following actions are in place to ensure the continuity of care for patients as well as the notification of potential exposure: • Tuberculosis (TB) operations have been transferred to the state. The State Department of Public Health (CTDPH) will be taking over continuity of care for TB patients for the next 14 days.  Arrangements…

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$3.5 MILLION TO ENHANCE SUICIDE PREVENTION ACTIVITIES

Oct 29, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut has been awarded a five-year grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to enhance a range of suicide prevention activities coordinated among several state agencies. The grant, awarded to the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH), will run through August 31, 2025 and will be a joint effort between DPH, the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), the Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF), and UConn Health. While the grant will work to prevent suicide across all age ranges, it will focus on several populations in Connecticut that are being disproportionately impacted by suicide or attempted suicide, including middle-aged…

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Bridgeport News: Shots Fired

Oct 29, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-10-29@6:34pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A viewer sent in a photo of police investigating an incident of shots fired on Orchard Street at the intersection of Boston Avenue. No word on any injuries. See something, post something. The city is trying to keep the breaking news a secret. If you see something post it right on our wall, or, message us on Faceook!

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Westport News: First Selectman Update

Oct 29, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT – First Selectman Jim Marpe issued the following statement and update to Westport residents. Halloween Update Those choosing to trick-or-treat this Halloween should be aware that there has been an increasing number of calls to town departments from Westport residents who do not wish to accept trick-or-treaters at their doors this year. Parents and youth who are considering trick-or-treating this year are advised to consider alternate plans for the holiday considering that many homes may not be participating. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) considers traditional trick-or-treating to be a high-risk activity and should be avoided. Rather, it recommends alternatives for celebrating the holiday with lower risk activities and small events that allow for reduced exposure and ease…

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Route 8 Crash

Oct 29, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

UPDATE: Possible fatal crash. Updated to between exit 13 and 12. Expect delays for the investigation. 2020-10-29@5:05pm--#Shelton CT--#cttraffic-- A report of a crash on Route 8 southbound between exits 11 and 10. One of the cars are on fire, the victim did get out but a trauma alert has been called. This news report is made possible by:

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