Exponent Philanthropy a nationwide center for family philanthropy says everyone wants to help during a crisis, and, for many, that means giving money. But few understand what it takes to distribute funds to the people, businesses, or nonprofits that will create the greatest impact and fulfill the most need — especially if the money livesRead More
Mike Uchalid
Burlington Scavenger Hunt Underway — Offers Safe Family Activity
Looking for a safe socially distant family activity? Consider the Burlington Community Fund Scavenger Hunt. Participants will be tasked with finding and perhaps discovering ten popular Burlington locations. Participants will use a Scavenger Hunt link to receive a clue to the first location. Once you find it, you will find a laminated QR code withRead More
This Man Across The Globe Had No Clue His Studies Were Being Taught in Bristol Schools
Payeng’s four-decade-long feat of single-handedly raising a 550-acre forest of barren sandbar will now grace the curriculum of sixth grade Bristol Connecticut school students, in what will be the latest laurel for the 57-year-old Assamese farmer. Payeng said he was unaware about the development, but was happy to know that students in the US wereRead More
Updated School-By-School and Nursing Home Coronavirus Case Lists
Connecticut released its first batch of public school-by-school coronavirus data which showed there have been 459 recorded staff cases and 1,061 student cases in public and private schools between the beginning of September and end of October. Below are school-by-school coronavirus cases from the state Department of Education. The case figures are only from theRead More
CT DOT: Daylight Saving Time Requires Drivers to Be ‘Pedestrian Aware’
The Connecticut Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Office strongly urges motorists and pedestrians to be more alert to roadway risks as the end of Daylight Saving Time approaches. The change to Eastern Standard Time, occurring on November 1, at 2:00 AM, means drivers’ evening commutes will suddenly switch from daylight driving, to dark, nighttime drivingRead More
Larger Boxes of Food — With Meat to be Distributed at Oct 30 Farmers to Families Event in Bristol
The Mayor’s Office, United Way, and FoodShare are working together to offer another Farmers to Families Produce Distribution programs this Friday, October 30th. Distribution will take place from 3pm-5:30pm at the new location–Lake Compounce Parking Lot. (185 Enterprise Drive). “The Fall food boxes have been upgraded to include not only fresh produce, but also dairyRead More
Make your voting plan now — it only takes a few minutes
We’re one week away from Election Day, and more than half a million people in Connecticut have already cast their ballots — are you one of them? If you’ve received your absentee ballot, I strongly recommend that you drop it off at your local drop box. With recent USPS delays, I can’t stress this enough: doRead More
Visions For Vacancies: Former Savers
Periodically, I’ll feature a commercial building, business or lot for lease and for sale and ask you what you think would be the best use for it. Forget what zone it’s in, ignore setback regulations, dump lot coverage rules and all the other zoning jargon that puts most people to sleep. If you had your way,Read More
Opinion: You Really Should Visit The Museums in Bristol
People travel from all over the country to visit the museums in Bristol, Connecticut. However, it was recently brought to my attention that most residents of Bristol have never visited the museums in our own back yards. Recently, I attended a Meeting which was hosted by the American Clock and Watch Museum. While the curatorsRead More
Study Finds Connecticut 10th Most Politically Active State in 2020 Race
Study finds the most politically active states based on donations per capita for 2020. Connecticut ranked as the 10th most politically active for 2020 presidential elections A new study by data analytics site The Cost Guys reveals the most politically active states based on political donations per capita. The new study explores which states haveRead More
Who Won What: The Latest CT Lottery Winners
Here is a look at the latest winners from assorted CT Lottery games. *The CT Lottery furnishes winner information as a public record. Subscribe to The Roundup
Fear Factor: Haunted Houses in Connecticut
A home in Southington, Conn. that was formerly the site of a funeral home and allegedly haunted in 1986 is seen Wednesday, March 18, 2009. A Hollywood horror film that depicts the alleged haunting of the home is turning into a nightmare for the home’s current owners. Halloween has become a month-long celebration in Connecticut,Read More
A Celebration of Humanity: 79th Annual “Virtual” OM Show, ‘Another Day of Sun’
The Boys & Girls Club of Bristol’s 36th Annual 2020 Humanitarian Dinner, traditionally held in October each year, has unfortunately been cancelled as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In-keeping with celebrating humanity and the strength of our community, the Boys & Girls Club of Bristol and the OM Keystone Association are excited toRead More
St. Paul HS to Host In-Person And Virtual Open Houses
St. Paul Catholic High School has announced its’ in-person open house tour dates for this Fall. If you or someone you know has a prospective student looking to attend St. Paul in the 2020 or 2021 school years this is the open house you’ll want to visit. All tours are by appointment and each familyRead More
Bristol Center Offers Unique Approach to Ease The Stresses Brought on by COVID-19 Pandemic
Photo (c) Shepard Meadows Therapeutic Riding Center Shepard Meadows Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. in Bristol is now offering Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in response to the new needs brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Shepard Meadows helps individuals with special needs by providing equine assisted activities and therapies. Over the past year there has been anRead More
Opinion: Take A Stroll Down Main Street in Bristol
During one of the Farms to Families Food Distribution events I attended a few weeks ago for a client in need, I found myself at the end of a very long line of cars wrapping around Main Street, Riverside extension, North Main then finally to Hope Street. The line lasted over a hour. During thatRead More
Wheeler Recognized for Reducing Disparities in Health Care
Wheeler has received $108,000 in federal awards for quality care, including special recognition as one of only two community health centers in Connecticut that met or exceeded goals for reducing health disparities across different racial and ethnic groups between 2018 and 2019. On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced moreRead More
QUIZ: See How Well You Know Connecticut!
How well do you know all there is to see and do in Connecticut? Take our short quiz to test your knowledge today! You can even challenge your friends — especially if your score is hard to beat! When you’re done, we’ll create a custom wish list of places in the quiz you might like to visit. We can’t wait toRead More
Anti-Racism Resources: Educate Yourself
Diving into the world of anti-racism for the first time can be confronting. It may feel challenging to understand your place and where to begin with educating yourself. Luckily, there are endless resources online to help you learn about anti-racism work, dismantle the unconscious biases that exist within yourself, and take action to create aRead More
25th Annual Edmund Ganem 5K Race/Walk Slated for july 18
The Rotary Club of Terryville, CT’s 25th Annual Edmund Ganem 5K Race/Walk will be held Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 9:30am. Some new protocols will be in place to ensure the health and safety of our runners and volunteers. Pre-register online at https://www.raceentry.com/races/edmund-ganem-memorial-5k-runwalk/2020/register and enjoy reduced registration fees. Participants may also register the day of the raceRead More