New Haven lawmakers applaud passage of bill that would promote economic development
May 4, 2018A bill that would permit and implement an open and competitive Request for Proposals process for private or tribal entities to bid for a qualification to develop, manage and operate a casino gaming facility in Connecticut passed the state House of Representatives on May 4.
New Haven House delegation praises start of Hill-to-Downtown project
May 1, 2018The New Haven House legislative delegation applauded the groundbreaking of a mixed-use development project in the Hill neighborhood that is slated to become the centerpiece of the city's renaissance.
Paolillo celebrates grand opening of new Fort Hale Park pier
April 27, 2018Nearly six years after Fort Hale Park pier was leveled by Hurricane Sandy in October 2012, state Rep. Al Paolillo joined Senate President Martin Looney and community leaders at a grand opening of the newly built pier.
Amended bill banning hunting in New Haven between Interstates 95 and 91 passes committee
March 23, 2018The General Assembly's Environment Committee passed an amended bill banning hunting in New Haven between Interstates 95 and 91, designating that area between the Quinnipiac and Mill rivers as a state refuge for wildlife. The issue was developed after area neighbors brought the issue to Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney's and state Rep. Al Paolillo's attention.
Bill that would expand casino gambling clears legislative hurdle
March 23, 2018Momentum for expanding casino gaming in Connecticut is growing after a bill that would allow MGM Resorts International to build a casino in Bridgeport cleared a legislative hurdle. Under this proposal, MGM would build a workforce development and training program in New Haven to support the casino.
New Haven legislators applaud approval of $1M in state funding for r'kids Family Center
February 16, 2018The state Bond Commission approved $1 million in state funding for the r'kids Family Center in New Haven. This funding will be used to create a dedicated visitation space and additional childcare and programming space for the children and families.
Secretary of the State Denise Merrill, state legislators introduce voter registration drive
February 2, 2018The Secretary of the State's office will facilitate a voter registration drive that helps newly-arrived Puerto Rican families in Connecticut register to vote.
Plans to deepen New Haven Harbor channel unveiled
January 29, 2018The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is proposing to deepen the channel in New Haven Harbor from 35 feet to 42 feet. While New Haven's port is the largest in the state, it is not deep enough to accommodate larger vessels which now have to off-load outside the channel.