Mary M. Mushinsky

Governor Lamont announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a blast of arctic temperatures and breezy winds over the next several days, he is directing the state’s severe cold weather protocol to go into effect beginning at 6 p.m. on February 16 and remaining in effect through noon on February 22.

Black History Month is a time to rejoice, reflect, and remember that Black history is American history.

House and Senate Democratic leaders announced a major legislative proposal this week to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates for healthcare providers.

Due to an updated weather forecast showing that the current stretch of brutally frigid conditions Connecticut is experiencing will continue for at least another day longer than anticipated, Governor Lamont is extending the duration of the state’s severe cold weather protocol to remain in effect until NOON on Saturday, January 25.

Due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a period of brutally frigid conditions over the coming days, Governor Lamont is directing the state’s severe cold weather protocol to go into effect at 6 p.m. on Sunday and remain in effect through noon on Friday.

On January 8, Representative Mary Mushinsky was sworn in to represent Wallingford's 85th District.

A number of new laws that were passed during the 2024 legislative session will go into effect Wednesday, January 1.

Winter and colder temperatures mean rising energy costs, but there are several programs available to residents struggling to afford their heating bills.

Whether it be state assistance, protection from service shutoff, payment plans or energy efficiency improvements, there is a program that can help almost everyone.