New Laws Effective January 1, 2026
December 30, 2025As we welcome a new year, several laws passed in the last legislative session will take effect on January 1, 2026.
State Bond Commission Approves Funding for CRRA Landfills
December 18, 2025Ellington will be receiving a share of $4.8 million to support long-term, post-closure care related to the former CT Resources Recovery Authority (CRRA) landfills, including the landfill in town.
Access Health CT Enrollment Deadline Extended
December 16, 2025Due to a system outage on Monday, Access Health CT is extending the enrollment deadline. Customers now have until Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 3 p.m. to enroll in coverage beginning January 1, 2026.
Legislative & Local Updates - December 12
December 12, 2025State and federal updates, tons of community and holiday events - this latest update is filled to the brim with information!
Homeschooling Conversation at Hall Memorial Library
December 10, 2025Join Reps. Foster, Brown, and Biggins on December 15 at Hall Memorial Library for a discussion on homeschooling in Connecticut. This event is open to residents of East Windsor, Ellington, and Vernon.
Governor Activates Severe Cold Weather Protocol Through Dec. 9
December 4, 2025Governor Lamont has activated the state's Severe Cold Weather Protocol, which will remain in effect until December 9 at noon.
Spherification Science: Make Your Own Popping Boba!
December 4, 2025Time for another fun STEM event at Hall Memorial Library! Join me on Tuesday, December 9, at one of two evening events, "Spherification Science: Make Your Own Popping Boba!"
State Adding 1,000 New Early Childhood Education Slots
December 3, 2025Under the Early Childhood Education Endowment, created by the legislature and governor earlier this year, a major expansion of the Early Start CT program will take place in 2026.





