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International Overdose Awareness Day Event
I had the great opportunity last week to attend the International Overdose awareness day event in the City of New London, Connecticut. Friends, families, and community leaders gathered to remember those lost, those struggling, and those who fight on. Thank you to everyone that continues to fight the good fight, working so hard to share awareness and support those in need. |
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Mitchell College Convocation
Last week I was honored to be a guest speaker at the Mitchell College Convacation. I briefly touched on the accomplishments and achievements of students to get into into Higher Education.
I informed students of the power they hold within to make a positive impact on this world, how the New London community has a open door and wealth of experiences and connections that can enrich their college years and shape the person they become by networking with after school programs, organizations and business throughout the City of New London, Connecticut. |
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Big thank you to Chief Psychiatry Officer Dr. Tichianaa Armah, Congressman Joe Courtney, CHC Regional VP Yvette Highsmith Francis, U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration Assistant Secretary Lisa Gomez - NAMI Policy Manager Thomas Burr, Mike Finley and Luis Perez of Mental Health Connecticut/CT Parity Coalition and group members for joining us and sharing their expertise and perspectives.
The mental health parity roundtable discussion was about improving access to mental health treatment from the federal policy level down to the patient level ensuring mental health benefits for those in need.
I look forward to the education information and discussion that will help tackle the mental health crisis.
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Paraeducator Healthcare Stipend
Paraeducators are the backbone of Connecticut's education system. I am proud to have helped pass a budget that ensures they get help with health insurance. More than 4,000 paraeducators will receive significant health care assistance stipends from the state if they have a high-deductible health plan. |
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Maritime Heritage Festival
Great downtown event this weekend Saturday & Sunday Maritime Heritage Festival kick off. Thank you to all the Guest, Speakers, volunteers, dignitaries, community and colleagues that came out to make this great event happen. |
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Breeze Airways Discount
Biggest sale ever in a long line of fare promotions, offering a 50% discount off its base fares from Connecticut’s Bradley International Airport.
Breeze’s “Make It Happen” promotion starts Tuesday and runs through Thursday and pertains to both one-way and roundtrip bookings from all of its 18 non-stop and “one-stop” destinations from Bradley. The booking can be made on the airline’s flybreeze.com or on the Breeze app for travel between Sept. 5 and March 7. The booking must be accompanied by the “INGAME50” promotional code at checkout.
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Coast Guard Academy Football
I had a great time hanging out with the Superintendent Rear Admiral Michael Johnston at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy football and tailgating event. The Bears set a home scoring record along with taking the win. Congratulations on the great game and new scoring record. |
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College Voting Information
Visit civics101.ct.gov for more information on how you can vote while in college! |
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Eastern CT Chamber of Commerce Innovation/Co-Working Center Launch
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT is launching its Innovation/Co-Working Center this month, a space the organization says will provide startups and other businesses with administrative support and office space in New London.
The chamber’s Innovation/Co-Working Center, located in the same building as its headquarters at 92 Eugene O’Neill Drive, New London, is ready for occupancy, with nine office spaces available for rent in addition to collaborative workstations and desks. A single desk office for one person costs $750 a month, a double costs $950, and a space for up to three people costs $1,250 a month, according to information from the chamber. |
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In addition to office space, chamber officials said the new center will serve as an incubator space for startups in need of resources. That includes the Entrepreneur Academy, an 8-week program aimed to help entrepreneurs move from idea to profitable business.
The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT plans to also host other programs and regional events at the center in the future, officials said. The center also has a kitchen, private wellness room, two conference rooms, a large outdoor patio, free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging stations.
More information and details can be found here: https://chamberect.com/innovation-center/ |
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Positive Adversity Backpack Giveaway
Big thanks to "Positive Adversity"  Allan Chaney,  Cassius Chaney, friends and volunteers that helped give back to the City of New London, Connecticut and surrounding towns. Last week they handed out backpacks and school supplies. I had the great opportunity to talk about the great program and got to meet and greet many people at 29 Huntington Street. Thank you to those who came out on this beautiful day. |
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Marvin Espy Art Exhibition
I had the great opportunity to attend the opening reception solo exhibition of Marvin Espy. It was great to hear the history of how Marvin started his work in art, hear the stories behind the art and see his amazing pieces. Marvin has a great diversity in art that is so worth stopping by. Thanks to the Hygienic and everyone that came out to see such talented pieces.
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If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me at my Capitol office at 860-240-8512 or email me at Anthony.Nolan@cga.ct.gov. Don't forget to "Like" my official Facebook page and follow me on Twitter for news and legislative updates.
Sincerely,
Anthony Nolan
State Representative |
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