Robyn A. Porter

Today, we honor the memory of those we lost on 9/11 and salute the courage of the heroes who risked everything.

Oral hygiene and health are critical to our overall well-being. I am excited to share with you that the Connecticut Oral Health Initiative (COHI), through the Department of Social Services (DSS), will be offering a series of HUSKY Dental forums for those enrolled in HUSKY health to share their experiences and thoughts on how things could be better.

We can all help reduce the risk of suicide in our community by knowing the signs and reaching out. Talking to a loved one about getting help can be hard, but it can make a big difference.

There are basketball signs on I-91, I-84, and I-395 from Massachusetts.

Following back-to-back national titles won by the UConn men’s basketball team in 2023 and 2024, the total of combined national championships won by the men’s and women’s basketball programs grew to 17, six more than any other university in the nation.

Connecticut's annual Sales Tax-Free Week begins on Sunday, August 18 and runs through Saturday, August 24. It provides a chance to save money, whether it is taking the kids back-to-school shopping or treating yourself or your loved ones.

If you saw an unwelcome rise in your electricity bill this month, I share your frustration and want to provide more information about the factors contributing to it.

I hope you are all doing well. The summer is breezing away. You will see that as you scroll through this email, but first, did you know August is Black Business Month? Let's recognize and support these businesses which are vital to our economy!

Early voting begins today through Sunday for the August 13th State Primary Election! If you are not registered and want to vote during this period before the Primary Election you can file your voter registration application - for a party holding a primary - with the registrars of voters by noon on the day before you want to vote.