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Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Making Absentee Ballots an Option for All Voters in Connecticut Elections

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The legislation increases the penalty for harassing election workers from a misdemeanor to a felony on a second offense, including publicizing an election worker’s name or address with intent to intimidate. It also makes tampering with an absentee ballot drop box a class D felony. Additionally, it restricts federal law enforcement officials from being within 250 of a polling place or other sensitive election site without permission from state election officials or court order. The law empowers the attorney general to act against interference or intimidation. Continue Reading →

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Fazio Endorsed for to Challenge Lamont for Governor; Joe Kelly Chairs Delegation from Greenwich at State Convention

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“Our delegation included our endorsed gubernatorial candidate and State Senator Ryan Fazio, State Representatives Tina Courpas, Selectwoman Lauren Rabin, Town Clerk Jackie Budkins, BET member myself, Former State Representative Mike Bocchino, BOE member Paul Cappiali, and numerous other prominent Greenwich Republicans. Our delegation was united in all statewide votes.” – Joe Kelly Continue Reading →

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CMS Students’ Capstone Project: Free Community Dance Class

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Central Middle school 8th graders, Lilia Dubin and Jagger Levine have been busy planning their unique Capstone project. Noting that dance classes typically expensive, and many people don’t get enough exercise, Lilia and Jagger had the idea to teach a free dance class. The class is set for May 24 from 11:00am to 12:00 noon at Sportsplex 49 Brown House Rd, Stamford, CT 06902. Lilia said their goal is to help create accessibility to dance for those who cannot afford the high costs of dance classes. “I am thrilled to share the joy of dance with those in Greenwich!” Continue Reading →

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With Food Insecurity Rising, Neighbors Help “Stamp Out Hunger”

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“Stamp Out Hunger is always a welcome boom to Neighbor to Neighbor’s food reserves, but this year the need is greater than ever. It may come as a surprise that even in a community as prosperous as Greenwich, more than 11% of residents face food insecurity – and that number is climbing. The rising costs of food, gas, and other everyday expenses, coupled with changes to eligibility for federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, have led to a 13% increase in our clients since this time last year.” – K Brent Hill, Executive Director of Neighbor to Neighbor Continue Reading →

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