Joseph P. Gresko

Juneteenth – June 19 – commemorates and celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, but the important history of this now state and federal holiday was not widely known for many years.

The Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) wants residents to be aware of new work requirements affecting some recipients of SNAP benefits and upcoming changes to HUSKY Health eligibility rules.

The good news: most people will not lose their benefits. However, it is important to review the new requirements and determine whether they apply to your situation.

Medical debt can place a significant financial burden on families in communities across Connecticut, which can result in severe economic hardship or bankruptcy.

For decades, the property was used to test munitions developed by the Union Metallic Cartridge Company, then Remington Arms. In 1986, after Remington closed in Bridgeport, the property underwent a long-term cleanup effort. Part of that effort includes a plan to preserve large portions of Remington Woods for public use. 

During the recent State Bond Commission meeting, the commission approved $2.43 million in funds to help Optimus Health Care with renovations at its East Main Street location in Bridgeport. This major investment will expand access to OB/GYN, pediatric, and dental care for patients in Bridgeport, Stratford, and the surrounding region.

With Memorial Day marking the unofficial kick off to summer, we hope you get a chance to enjoy the many parks, beaches, and attractions our beautiful state has to offer.

I spent Monday morning in Stratford with Governor Lamont, where the governor announced that, as a result of the fiscal year 2027 state budget bill signed into law last week, the administration is making an additional investment of approximately $320 million into Connecticut’s recently established Early Childhood Education Endowment.

I'm happy to share with you that today, the State Bond Commission approved $2 million in bond funding to complete a renovation project at Stratford’s Alliance for Community Empowerment Child Care, located on the Holy Name of Jesus Child Care Center campus.

It was my pleasure to submit the bond request on behalf of the Alliance, and along with the entire Stratford Delegation, we applaud its approval.