Cheshire Stands Together
April 10, 2026Cheshire stands together in support of our community as we were shaken by the news that a 19-year-old Cheshire High School senior was taken into ICE custody. This deeply troubling situation comes less than one year after his father, who bravely supported U.S. forces as an interpreter in Afghanistan was also detained, drawing national attention.
2026 Legislative Session is Underway, Emergency Relief Funds, and Severe Weather Protocol Extended
February 9, 2026The 2026 Legislative Session has officially begun, all the links to stay informed and follow along. Details on the supplemental plan for Emergency Relief Funds in response to federal funding reductions. Plus, SNAP benefit issuance changes are coming.
Full November SNAP Benefits Released to All CT Recipients
November 8, 2025Full November SNAP Benefits Released to All CT Recipients
Sales Tax-Free Week, Student Loan Relief, CT Alert sign-up, and DMV Scam Alert
August 13, 2025It's that time of year again for Sales Tax-Free Week, stock up on supplies without paying sales tax. The Student Loan Relief Program will reopen for applications. Also, state residents are urged to sign up for CT Alert to stay in the know. Plus, important information from the CT DMV about a texting scam.
New Laws Effective July 1
July 1, 2025Several new laws that were passed during the 2025 legislative session take effect on Tuesday, July 1.
Democrat Budget Puts People First
June 3, 2025As the CT Mirror’s budget reporter pointed out: “The state House of Representatives adopted a $55.8 billion two-year budget early Tuesday that invests in child care and K-12 education, provides a $250 tax cut to working poor families...” Tax relief for working families; investing in education and special education; transformative funding for childcare and early childhood education; and standing up for nonprofit service providers are the pillars of the next state budget.