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Muddy Waters Cafe Fire
Please keep in your thoughts and prayers Muddy Waters Cafe. Unfortunately this week the restaurant suffered a fire and will be closed until further notice.
I was able to stop by to talk to and tour the restaurant with the owner - he shared the fire started prior to business hours, and no one was injured.
Thank you to our City of New London, Connecticut fire and police departments for their quick response time in helping put the fire out saving and protecting as much as possible.
David and staff are most grateful to all customers and continue to thank and appreciate all for your continued business and support that have helped them grow
Numerous people have talked about the great food and environment is, and shared great stories and look forward to Muddy Waters reopening as soon as possible. |
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Public Hearing on Proposed Insurance Rate Increases
The State Insurance Department will hold a public Monday for people to give input on proposed rate hikes for health plans in 2024. Insurance companies have asked for average rate hikes of 12.4% on individual health plans and 14.8% on small group plans, which have been criticized as unaffordable for many families.
Anyone wishing to testify virtually can sign up by sending their name and written remarks in an email to cid.RateFilings@ct.gov by 5 p.m. TODAY (8/18). People wanting to testify in person can sign up at the Legislative Office Building Monday beginning at 8:30AM.; oral remarks will be limited to three minutes per person.
The public can also submit written comments on the department’s website any time during the rate review process. (To submit comments, click the “select” button below each filing.)
catalog.state.ct.us/cid/portalApps/HCfiling2024.aspx |
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Equity Match Grant Opportunity
What could $10,000 do for your business? Liz Ceppos, owner of Cross Culture Kombucha, used a $10,000 Equity Match Grant (EMG) to buy a keg washer which significantly decreased the time her team spends cleaning kegs, freeing them up to focus on more productive tasks like flavor R&D and production.
A new "EQUITY MATCH GRANT" application period opened this week!
If you’re a women-owned business in CT, you could eligible for a grant of up to $10,000.
To sign up for an information session and learn how to apply, go to:
https://ctwbdc.org/equity-match-grant-program/ |
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Beechwood Backpack Giveaway
Big Thank You to @Beechwood - Post Acute Transitional Care for taking time to give back to the community.
Your backpack drive - thru giveaway event in the City of New London, Connecticut made many smiles and created great community discussion. Cars only had to drive up to receive a School supply filled backpack. Thank you for all you do.
100 backpacks gone in 15 Minutes  
https://www.facebook.com/BeechwoodPostAcute?mibextid=D4KYlr |
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Kid Governor
The CT State Library Division of Library Development has announced a partnership with the CT Democracy Centre's Connecticut's Kid Governor® program.
The Kid Governor® program provides an opportunity for 5th graders to experience civic engagement first hand by building campaigns for the state’s Kid Governorship.
Nominated students identify real community issues such as pet safety, anxiety, and friendship, and share their campaigns with #voters across the state. Through the Kid Governor® program, participating classroom learn about government, voting, elections, and civicparticipation.
The elected Kid Governor® then serves a one-year term working to fulfill their campaign platforms and encouraging students to make a difference in their own communities.
The project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by Connecticut State Library.
For details on how to enter and take part click the link in the posting below.
https://ct.kidgovernor.org |
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U.S. Coast Guard Academy Convocation Ceremony
I had the pleasure this week of joining Superintendent Rear Adm. Michael Johnston at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy for Convocation Ceremony for the 2023-2024 Academic Year. It was great seeing the many students receive awards and acknowledgement. This took place on Cadet Memorial Field and then the CDR Merle J. Smith Consolidated Club. |
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United Way Community Celebration
I had the opportunity this week to attend the great United Way of Southeastern Connecticut Community celebration at the Mohegan Sun, Sun Patio.
At the Community Celebration, United Way presented Engagement Awards, honor volunteers and donors, and spotlighted United Way partners in our four impact areas: Basic Needs, Community Wellness, Promoting Independence, and Thriving Children and Youth.
Thank you to Dina Sears-Graves, all staff, and all the volunteers that continue to make Connecticut shine.
Big thanks and shout out to the Mohegan Sun for hosting such a great event. Service and workers did an amazing job. |
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Project Longevity Planning
It was great to meet with Sherry Haller, Executive Director, The Justice Education Center, New London Police Department Chief Brian Wright, Jennifer Muggeo, Director at Ledge Light Health District, Director of Human Service Jeanne Milstein and Charlie Duffy to discuss the planning and development of Project Longevity for the City of New London, Connecticut.
Project Longevity uses the Group Violence Intervention (GVI) strategy to engage individuals at highest risk for involvement in violence and connect them with the support services they need to disengage from street life. GVI, also known as focused deterrence, has been implemented in cities across the country and is given the highest possible evidence rating by the National Institute of Justice in terms of its demonstrated impact on violent crime rates. |
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New London Water Wars
We had so much fun at City of New London, Connecticut New London Water Wars 2023 this week. The fun surpassed way more than what I thought was possible. I am so thankful for all those who came out or stopped by. The donations were amazing, the food was outstanding and the fun & respect was great.
Thank you to Frank Colmenares for the many years of teaming up - could not have done this without you since day one. Big Shout out to our volunteers, food vendors, dunk tanks, our great DJ and photographer. We look forward to putting together all the photos and videos from you all into a short movie. Thanks again.   
https://www.theday.com/.../annual-new-london-water-fight.../ |
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Jeanne Milstein Interview
So glad to see Jeanne Milstein, New London’s Human Services Director and a former state child advocate, talk with Capitol Report’s Tom Dudchik about youth mental health crisis and possible solutions. |
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25th Anniversary of the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
Last weekend I had the great opportunity to attend the 25th Anniversary of the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center! The evening celebration shared the great history, memories, hardships, obstacles overcome, problems solved, research, and work accomplished.
Members definitely showed the amazing strength of the Pequot People, and honored the Pequot Museum, and its legacy. |
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Fashion Carnival
I had a great time attending the FASHION CARNIVAL presented by VINTAGE VIBE at the Hygenic Art Park *Frank Lookis Palmer Amphitheater- City of New London, Connecticut. I stayed till about 10:30 and saw some great clothing styles and creations, the music was on point, models and entertainers did amazing. The crowd was great. Congratulations on a great event. |
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Meeting with Harry Thomas
It was great to have lunch with Harry Thomas Actor, Dancer, Host/presenter, Producer and Screenwriter this week in the City of New London, Connecticut at the Holiday Inn downtown New London. Harry Thomas has worked with numerous actors like AL Pacino, Director Barry Leviston, appeared on the TV Show Rescue Me, was a Stuntman in America's Most Wanted and much more.
Harry most recently has been doing quite a bit of writing is an Author of a second book called "Finding Peace by The Sea". Harry will be greeting community members and doing a book signing at Thames River Gallery 239 Bank Street City of New London, CT this Saturday Aug 19th 7-9PM. Stop by and say hello. |
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USS Delaware Returns Home
Welcome home. USS Delaware returns home to SUBASE New London. Thank you for your service. U.S. Naval Submarine Base Groton, CT. |
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Shear State Pier
This week I was able to get some good pictures down at The Shear State Pier City of New London, Connecticut as the humongous UHL Fierce Cargo Ship pulled up. The ship delivered key parts to the South Fork Wind Project.
Director of Port Authority Ulyssess Hammond described these parts to be Twelve 328 ft blades and Nacelles Generators to outfit 4 turbines. The U.S Coast Guard and Customs will take time to verify the cargo and people on the ship before the equipment comes off. Offloading will start tomorrow and last 4-6 days. |
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Garden Bros Nuclear Circus
Garden Bros Nuclear Circus is coming to the Crystal Mall Waterford, CT August 17 - 20
The Most Epic Show On Earth!
This year’s show will take you on a journey from the Jurassic Era to Future 2123 with breathtaking special effects, concert style sound and lighting and 5 RINGS bursting with excitement, laughter and memories that families will always cherish.
The very best performers from over 22 countries make up this action jammed, fast paced 100 minute performance in a Theatrical European 5 RING setting, Human Slingshot, Wheel of Death, Human Cannonball, Motorcycles in the Sphere of Fear, Showgirls Hanging from their Hair, Olympic Gymnasts, the Funniest Clowns, Back Flipping Dogs as seen on America’s Got Talent. Do Not Miss It!
Get Your Tickets Today! GardenBrosCircus.com
KIDS FUN ZONE: Ride a circus pony, a giant slide, climb a rock wall, a bungee, or a bouncy house, and the whole family can get their face painted like Spiderman. Come hungry cause there’s plenty of food.
*First 100 Adult Tickets sold online are only $14.50 at https://www.gardenbrosnuclearcircus.com/ |
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Secretary of the State Internship Opportunity
Attention college students! Do you have an interest in learning about state government and elections, while working closely with an elected official? The Executive Intern to the Secretary of the State role might be for you! Apply now at bit.ly/CTSOTSInterns. The deadline is September 8. |
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Wigwam Festival
Another great community event coming up this week.
The Mohegan Tribe's WIGWAM FESTIVAL
Date: August 19 & 20th
Location: Fort Shantok, Uncasville CT 10AM - 7PM |
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Media Day Volume One
MEDIA DAY ONE VOLUME ONE @SHOLANDAS 4th AND GOAL 345 BANK STREET
August 19th 8PM - 12 - City of New London, Connecticut
Kid CAM, JUS CUZ, CLARA K, MUSIC BY JADA CAPRI and much more. |
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If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me at my Capitol office at 860-240-8512 or email me at Anthony.Nolan@cga.ct.gov. Don't forget to "Like" my official Facebook page and follow me on Twitter for news and legislative updates.
Sincerely,
Anthony Nolan
State Representative |
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