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Honoring Spencer Lancaster
My heart felt Condolences to the Lancaster family in the loss of a great legend. I truly feel Spencer Lancaster was one of the greatest of all time. Mr. Lancaster, a true community dad that always made time for us around the clock, was a great mentor, great confidant and one of the best father figures and friends I have ever had.
I know that if Mr. Lancaster was to put what he taught myself, my son, and the community over the years in a book, it would be a number one seller. The City of New London, Connecticut should forever be grateful for the mountains Mr. Lancaster moved for us, and many of us are able to reside where we are now because of his staunch advocacy for where people should be able to live.
I am thankful to the Lancaster family for sharing such an amazing Dad with our community. Mr Lancaster will always be remembered not only as one of the greatest of all time to me - but a true community hero.
Rest easy Sir. Will always Love you from here to heaven. |
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Veterans And Military Affairs Informational Hearing
As House Chair of Veterans & Military Affairs Committee we are happy to announce The Veterans And Military Affairs Committee will host the Informational Public Hearing on Wednesday November 8th 1PM - 4PM at the Legislative Office Building- Committee Room 2C.
This hearing will be for Connecticut Veterans & Military Personnel, Family, Advocates and Friends to come out to share issues and or concerns related to Veterans and Military Affairs in our State.
You may sign up to talk in person or online remotely: Use the QR Code on graphic or you may visit:
TINYURL.COM/YECZ3JXT |
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2024 Teacher of the Year
This week the Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School community, friends and families joined Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russel-Tucker to name and congratulate Kiana Foster-Mauro as Connecticut 2024’s Teacher of the Year, according to a press release.
Foster-Mauro teaches fourth-grade at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School in New London.
The news was shared in a surprise visit to Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School where a schoolwide assembly and celebration afterward.
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New London Homeless Hospitality Center Funding
Thrilled to see the New London Homeless Hospitality Center receive $50,000 to enhance their housing efforts. Housing insecurity is a critical issue in our state, and the New London Homeless Hospitality Center tackles the issue head-on from a number of angles. Getting a $50,000 boost in funding will have a profound impact on our community, and I know the New London Homeless Hospitality Center will make good use of this grant. |
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Eastern CT Chamber of Commerce Opening
Congratulations to the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut on your Innovation Center grand opening! We were happy to celebrate with you. |
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Election Resources
It's almost election time. Learn more about resources available to you at the polls by visiting:
https://bit.ly/ctaccessiblevoting |
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LEAP Report
This week, Office of Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker discussed the State's efforts to re-engage students and reduce school absenteeism.
Earlier this month, the Connecticut State Department of Education released a report detailing the success that the Learner Engagement and Attendance Program (LEAP) has had in boosting student attendance and engagement.
https://portal.ct.gov/sde/chronic-absence/learner-engagement-and-attendance-program-leap?fbclid=IwAR2RL82gBdSVnrsqXbkf15CV3O_k5bJ5A7VkZCbZN2ZIdPqN0V7fcRFjMi4 |
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State Pier Progress
I was able to take some great pictures of progress and what it looks like today at State Pier City of New London, Connecticut. If you look to the left you will see the hard work the unions are doing to start sending the blades and stakes out sometime this weekend. The intense work continues Thank you to Ulysses Hammond and Ray Collins for the continual contact and updates. |
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United Way Visit
Had the great opportunity to stop by the United Way of Southeastern Connecticut to learn of and get updates on the fight that continues to end homelessness, food deserts and fundraising throughout our Connecticut communities. I am extremely grateful of the hard work done and that continues by the staff and volunteers. |
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Lights On For After School
This week I enjoyed a stop by the Lights On For after school at the The Center: A Drop in Community Learning & Resource Center Inc at 76 Federal Street City of New London, Connecticut to tour, hear about, and observe the routines of the day.
My wife and I enjoyed interacting with the youth who showed their understanding of shopping for groceries, cooking cookies, learning about robotics, arts & crafts, listening to stories read on tablets, and playing ping pong and tag you're it. We definitely had a fun afternoon with the Drop youth. |
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Annual Prison Awareness and Prevention Gathering
We had a great time at the Annual Prison Awareness and Prevention Gathering! Thank you to Winston Taylor for his hard work to bring conversation that needs to be discussed in our community. More dates will come soon. Thank you to the volunteers and community partners that came together to make today a success! |
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Celebration at Shiloh New London - A Holistic Empowerment Center
This month at Shiloh New London - A Holistic Empowerment Center we celebrated Bishop Benjamin K. watts and Lady Cynthia C. Watts 38th Pastoral Anniversary. The City of New London, Connecticut thanks and congratulates you on the numerous years of service, love and blessings. |
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Community Conversation on Housing
This week I had the great opportunity to attend Community Conversation on Housing at the Shiloh Community Center. Great conversation on affordable and low income housing. The need to reach out to Legislators in Hartford for change. Next meeting is December 13, at Shiloh. |
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Domestic Violence Laws Passed
We have put in some great legislation protecting survivors and holding offenders accountable. We must stay on top of the change needed.
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Honoring New London Public School's Science and Technology Magnet Pathway
Proud to hear City of New London, Connecticut New London Public Schools announce that the NLPS Science and Technology Magnet Pathway has been honored by U.S. News and World Report as a Top 100 High School in the United States!!! Please see photo of remarks from Superintendent Ritchie! Congratulations New London Public Schools. |
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Boat for Women Program
Join in a career with the trades at General Dynamics Electric Boat the move for you? Sign up for a session of our Boat for Women Program and find out!
An excellent opportunity for women interested in a career in the trades, Boat for Women offers FREE, two-class sessions that allow participants to explore multiple trades. Registration is open now for the Connecticut and Rhode Island sessions in November. Reach out to Heather Lee at hlee1@gdeb.com to secure your spot! |
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211 Utility Bill Assistance
If you are having trouble paying a utility bill or need help finding lower-cost options for phone or internet, 211 can help.
Simply call 211 to speak to a specialist, or visit https://www.211ct.org/topic_pages/utilityassistance to find resources in your area. |
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Military Personnel Documents Assistance
Are you a veteran that needs Military Personnel Documents? Do you need your DD214 or other military service records? Learn how to request records: https://www.va.gov/records/get-military-service-records/
https://www.va.gov/records/get-military-service-records/... |
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Understanding Your VA Disability Rating
Calculating your combined disability rating involves more than adding up your individual ratings.
Learn how disability ratings are decided and how ratings are calculated.
https://www.va.gov/disability/about-disability-ratings/ |
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Department of Transportation Celebration
This week #CTDOT celebrated staff who have worked hard for us for 25, 30, 35, 40, and 45 years!
Big thank you for your years of commitment to the State of Connecticut, your making transportation safer and more accessible is a great asset to our to Connecticut. Thank You Commissioner Eucalitto Garrett T. Eucalitto for recognizing our great state workers.
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New London Babe Ruth 15U Victory
Congratulations to New London Babe Ruth 15U on the victory against CT Warriors.
Great to hear how both teams played great and had fun. Shout out to the CT Warriors for coming to visit and playing a tough, hard fought game.
https://www.facebook.com/NewLondonBabeRuth?mibextid=ZbWKwL |
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Connecticut College Alumni Roommates Story
Connecticut College alumni Trey Phillips ’20 and Andre Thomas ’20 were recently featured on NPR's Morning Edition and StoryCorps to talk about the life-changing friendship that grew out of their roommate pairing.
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S.T.E.P.S Sweet 16 Birthday Bash
S.T.E.P.S INC. A Program Empowering girls and uplifting communities. They provid young women the tools necessary to build lives of integrity and self-sufficiency through positive choice.
S.T.E.P.S is having a Sweet Sixteen Celebration - a party to show appreciation.
S.T.E.P.S is inviting the community to come for the fun. Come meet, greet and have a good time.
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Greek Food Festival
Great news "A Taste of Greece" is back!! Put it on your calender "The Geek Food Festival" Come and let your taste buds savor Traditional Homade Greek Food, Pastries, and Imported Greek beverage. All food made on site at ST. Sophia Church.
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CT Military Department COVID-19 Premium Pay Program
The State of Connecticut has authorized COVID-19 premium pay for members/technicians of the Connecticut National Guard and Military Department that supported the pandemic response during the period of March 2020 to March 2021. Beginning on July 27, 2023, those who believe they are eligible can apply utilizing the CTMD Form 2-5 and should email the completed packet to MilitaryRecords@ct.gov Applications should be submitted no later than November 30, 2023.
Those who served in their full-time capacity, even if not directly supporting COVID-19 response operations, may also be eligible for premium pay. Members who have since retired or separated that served during this time may also be eligible.
The premium pay is prorated based on the length of qualifying service during the period of March 2020 – March 2021.
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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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