Mary Fortier

The State Department of Education has been awarded a grant to expand targeted reading intervention for students K-3 with reading difficulties. Plus, the Connecticut Office of Higher Education recently launched a new Higher Education Registry, explore resources to post-secondary education and career training opportunities across the state.

Free Breakfast for all public school students this school year. Generation Power CT’s application cycle for Emergency Energy Assistance is now accepting applications. Take part in the Affordability Survey where your input could lead to change in important policy discussions and shape efforts to make essential needs more accessible and affordable. Plus, nominate a CT Vet for the Hall of Fame.

A grant program to support farm-to-school initiatives is now underway. Plus, Connecticut is once again investing in innovation to support the growth and application of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing across the state’s economy.

Sales Tax Free Week is coming up, and the purchase limit has increased to $300. Plus, find out if you qualify for a free laptop through the new Long-Term Laptop Use Program. Great economic news for Connecticut as tourism in the state has more than doubled.

All the information you need for the primary elections taking place next week. Plus, women-owned business grant opportunities.

Congratulations to Bristol's 12-and-under softball team on capturing the East Region Championship, earning a spot in the Little League Softball World Series. For the 8th straight year Connecticut is in s budget surplus. Plus, all the information you need for the upcoming August primary.

Celebrating the Bristol Girls Little League Softball team! The Connecticut Career Paths Resource Guide has been released to help individuals explore career opportunities. Plus, legislation has been signed advancing renewable energy initiatives.

Sweeping federal changes to the student loan system have affected roughly half a million Connecticut residents with student debt. Plus, Connecticut's Lemon Law program has been effective in helping consumers with vehicles.