Lucy Dathan

The Connecticut Youth Employment Program is an initiative designed to help young people ages 14 to 24 explore careers by providing opportunities to work alongside professionals who assist them in building career networks and receive on-the-job training while also covering participant salaries and other job-related expenses, such as uniforms and transportation to and from work.

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.

Several new laws that address many issues aimed at improving our great state will become effective on July 1.

I had a wonderful time at the local Juneteenth celebrations in Norwalk and New Canaan. It was such a meaningful day to recognize and learn more about our nation's path to emancipation. There is still much more to do for true racial equality for all our our residents. I am glad we are working together to accomplish it.

Unsecured loads are dangerous, illegal, expensive, and preventable. As we take more beach and camping trips, keep these steps in mind!

ATTN EBT Recipients!📢

As you are likely aware, this EBT skimming scam is a nationwide issue. It is also a technology-driven crime committed, at times, by organized rings in which the criminals steal Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card information by installing electronic devices on ATMs or store point-of-sale (POS) terminals to capture card information, which is commonly referred to as skimming.

🎓🎉👏Congratulations to the class of 2024 on this incredible achievement! I hope everyone finds all of the success and happiness in the world as you start this exciting new chapter of your lives. Be sure to embrace challenges with confidence, pursue your passions with determination and never stop learning.

Last week, the State Bond Commission approved over $9 million in state bonding funding for local Norwalk projects