Far below normal precipitation has caused a drought and increased fire danger levels. All of Connecticut is currently in a Stage 2 Drought Advisory. Residents are encouraged to be mindful of water consumption and use extra caution to prevent fires. An emergency burn ban remains in effect at all state parks, forests, and wildlife management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, campfires, etc.
(HARTFORD, CT) – Lt. Governor Bysiewicz released the following statement regarding the two Bristol Police officers who were killed, and third officer shot in the line of duty Wednesday night:
(HARTFORD, CT) – Lt. Governor Bysiewicz released the following statement in response to the jury verdict announced this afternoon in the trial involving Alex Jones, the families of those who were murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary School, and a first responder:
International Day of the Girl focuses attention on the need to address the challenges girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and the fulfillment of their human rights
A Cultural District is a specific area of a city or town identified by the municipality that has a number of cultural facilities, activities and/or assets–both for profit and nonprofit