Susan Johnson

The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) today announced that it has issued a ruling that will extend the enrollment period for the COVID-19 Payment Program for non-residential utility customers through November 1, 2020. The enrollment period for the program for both residential and non-residential utility customers will now extend through November 1.

The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) today announced that it has issued a ruling that will extend the enrollment period for the COVID-19 Payment Program for non-residential utility customers through November 1, 2020. The enrollment period for the program for both residential and non-residential utility customers will now extend through November 1.

ATTENTION: IF YOU DO NOT FILE TAXES WITH THE IRS

You may still be entitled to a stimulus payment for your children. But you must apply before September 30. Please note – if you are not claiming any children, the deadline to apply is October 15.

Kathleen Krider from Access Community Action Agency joins Dennis and me on Let's Talk About It to discuss the 2020 Census and why a complete count matters.

Data collection for the 2020 Census wraps up at the end of this month, but there's still time to make sure you're counted. By taking 5 minutes to respond to the Census, you help ensure our community receives its fair share of funding for vital programs and services.

The pandemic is still causing widespread financial worry. But there may be some good news for you. If you qualified for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) some months back, you may qualify to receive additional funds through a new federal program.

Windham Town Manager Jim Rivers joined me on this episode of Let's Talk About It to share an update on local events.

On "Let's Talk About It," Brenda Buchbinder, a Hartford Healthcare social worker, joins us to discuss the Windham Hospital's decision to close the maternity ward. Acting Mayor Thomas DeVivo and Councilman Dennis O'Brien share an update.