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Make sure you’re all set for 2025! Do you need health or dental insurance coverage in 2025? Finish your application by midnight on December 15 for coverage starting January 1, 2025. Or enroll by January 15, 2025, for coverage that begins February 1, 2025. Visit AccessHealthCT.com to shop, compare and enroll. Ready to find the…

In Connecticut, Social Security applicants will face a growing retirement age beginning in 2025. The age for which workers become eligible for 100 percent of their retirement benefits was 65 for many decades, but in 1983 that threshold was adjusted to incrementally raise the age to match the growing expected lifespan. While those aged 62…

Connecticut’s Student Loan Reimbursement Program will offer qualifying residents up to $5,000 a year for up to four years to help them pay off their loans. Applications for the $6 million program open on Jan. 1, 2025, and the money will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants must meet a slew of qualifications…

This February, the Susan M. Ross Leadership Institute returns at a new location with facilitation by the esteemed Organizational Performance Group (OPG) of Woodbridge. The focus of the institute is on emphasizing the vital role of people in organizational success. Tailored for Executive Directors and Senior Leadership, this two-day program will provide an immersive exploration…

Shop Locally, Give Colorfully in Downtown Bridgeport We invite you to discover why Downtown is so wonderfully Colorful Bridgeport, and to Shop Locally, Give Colorfully with us this holiday season. We offer this guide to “loving your local” shop, restaurant, service, or cultural experience. Follow along on our Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube channels as we…

AARP’s Annual Highest Volunteer Honor Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers Age 50-Plus AARP Connecticut is pleased to announce Beverly Bennett Schaedler of Newtown has been selected to receive the 2024 Andrus Award for Community Service, AARP’s most prestigious state volunteer award, for her outstanding volunteerism and commitment to the community. Ms. Bennett Schaedler will be presented with…

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Bridgeport Regional Business Council's Annual Awards Gala, sponsored by TD Bank and hosted by Gregg Dancho. Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Venue: The Waterview in Monroe Social Hour: 5:00 - 6:30 PM Gala Dinner & Award Ceremony: 6:30 - 9:00 PM Register NOW (Early Bird Pricing expired…

Alliance is excited to welcome passionate individuals who share our commitment to fulfilling our mission. Finding the right people for our team is essential, and we’re dedicated to supporting our staff with valuable benefits that prioritize personal and professional well-being. Here’s what we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Telehealth access Paid life and disability…

Amid President-elect Donald Trump’s ongoing talks about mass deportation plans, Connecticut officials are looking to reassure residents that legislative safeguards are in place to protect undocumented people in the state. One such law is the Trust Act. The law came about after some neighborhoods in Connecticut faced U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids that…

The "Managing Money in Your Business" program starts on December 3, providing small business owners with essential tools and strategies to enhance financial management skills and achieve long-term success. What to Expect: Expert guidance on budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. Interactive sessions tailored to small business needs. Practical resources to empower small business owners…