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We Are New London Parade
This week was the "We Are New London Parade". A beautiful day that showed our diversity, strength and the good vibes to recognize how great we are when we come together. Great job to all those involved in making this such a great event. Thank you to #TeamNewLondon and the great parade organizers Efrain Dominguez, Danni Cruz, Adacil Dominguez and the cool DJ extraordinaire Ethian Dominguez. |
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Funding for New London
State Representative Christine Conley and I very much welcome, thank and celebrate the Community Investment Fund for helping Fund initial funding to go torwards housing and addiction recovery for our community. In the most recent board meeting we received approval of $500,000.
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Veterans Tour Across Connecticut
This week for part of my Veterans Tour Across Connecticut I visited Windsor, Windsor Locks, East Granby and Suffield - for an informational event about resources for veterans at the Windsor Locks VFW.
As House Chair of the Veterans & Military Affairs Committee I travel weekly throughout CT visiting Veterans, and Veterans Families to discuss and locate resources available for veterans. This week I joined the Veteran Affairs Commissioner Ronald P. Welch, State Representative Jane Garibay and State Representative Tami Zawistowski, for a conversation about programs and resources for veterans in our state.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Day
The Veterans of Foreign Wars provides crucial support for our community’s veterans who have served in overseas conflicts. The organization helps veterans access benefits like healthcare, education, and financial assistance, and it offers a community for those dealing with the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life. Additionally, the VFW advocates for veterans' rights on a national level, ensuring their voices are heard in policy decisions.
On VFW Day, we honor the men and women devoted to this valuable organization and those members who have served our nation |
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13th Annual Military Appreciation Breakfast
I had the great opportunity to attend the 13th Annual Military Appreciation Breakfast thus week at the Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa of Groton, CT.
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Gold Star Families Remembrance Event
I had the great opportunity this week to attend the Navy New London, Gold Star Families Remembrance Event: Bells Across America for Fallen Service Members. Submarine Force Museum Association, Home of the USS Nautilus Naval Submarine Base New London. Thank you to Captain Kenneth Curtin for the invite to such a wonderful event |
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Habitat for Humanity's Community Reception
I was able to attend the Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut Community Reception at the Regional Innovation Center this week. Great evening event giving updates and progress of all Habitat for Humanity is doing in Eastern,CT. |
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New London's First All-Black Firefighter Crew
The first time a New London fire crew was staffed entirely by Black firefighters Al Mayo, Ralph Mayo III, and Markeno Grant.
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Recognizing Our Hispanic Officers During Hispanic Heritage Month
During Hispanic Heritage Month, the New London Police Department proudly acknowledges and celebrates our Hispanic officers. Their dedication, hard work, and cultural contributions enrich our department and community. We honor their service and the diverse heritage they bring to our team.
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Protecting Our Wounded Servicemembers
-In 2019, Connecticut became one of the first states to recognize compensation for PTSD-related injuries.
-Under current state law, coverage is available to police officers, parole officers, and firefighters who have experienced one of the following six events:
Witnessing the death of a person
Witnessing an injury that causes the death of a person shortly thereafter
Treating an injured person who dies shortly thereafter
Carrying an injured person who dies shortly thereafter
Viewing a deceased minor
Witnessing an incident that causes a person to lose a body part, to suffer a loss of function, or that results in permanent disfigurement
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Program to Financially Assist New and Expectant Mothers
A new program set to launch in Connecticut next week will offer hundreds of families a temporary guaranteed monthly income in an effort to lift families out of poverty and support infants’ healthy development.
The program, offered through New York-based nonprofit The Bridge Project, will give 500 new and expectant mothers monthly cash transfers that they can use however they want. Participants will receive a $1,125 one-time prenatal stipend, $750 per month for the first 15 months, then $275 per month for the last 21 months of the program.
Pregnant people will be admitted to the program on a rolling basis until all the slots are filled. Applications will open online Wednesday.
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Holiday Assistance Sign-Ups
FYI: September 24th is the first day of holiday assistance sign-ups. Please see the information below for all the information you will need.
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Polish Dinner at Elks
Coming soon: Elks is having a Polish Dinner made by our Polish Chefs, featuring home-made cabbage soup, golumpki, pierogis, kielbasa, sauerkraut, potato, pork roast, pickled beets, half sour pickles, and rye bread and butter.
Tickets are $20, $7 for children, available through the ticket link or at the lodge.
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End of Summer Jeep Show
I Had a great time with friends, Nieghbors and visitors at the END OF SUMMER JEEP SHOW at Ocean Beach Park City of New London, Connecticut. Congratulations to The Game Changer Jeep Club, New London County CT , Taino Productions LLC, Carlos and the many others that helped make this such a great event. |
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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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