TOP STORIES
Letter to the Editor: State Rep. Palm Displays “Enduring Commitment to Healthcare Issues”
To the Editor: In State Representative Christine Palm, we in the 36th Assembly District have a strong leader active in our best interests. We are represented by someone who is consistently caring in thought, word, and deed. In a recent Op-Ed (Seven Ways We Can Come Out of the Coronavirus … [Read More...]
Richard Wyman Appointed Community Music School Executive Director, “Thrilled to Come Home”
CENTERBROOK -- Dr. Richard Wyman has been appointed the new Executive Director of the Community Music School (CMS) located in Centerbrook. He took over the reins of the organization in the mid-May after serving for several years as Musical Masterworks General Director. Wyman has a long history of … [Read More...]
Incumbent State Sen. Needleman Nominated Unanimously to Run Again for 33rd Senate District Seat
AREAWIDE -- (Based on a Press Release released by Sen. Needleman's office) On May 22, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) was unanimously endorsed for re-election to the 33rd State Senate District by Democratic delegates. First elected to the State Senate seat in 2018, Sen. Needleman represents … [Read More...]
Death of Michael G. Birner, Sr. Announced
Michael G. Birner, Sr. ESSEX -- Michael G. Birner Sr., 77, of Essex formerly of Moodus, husband of the late Judi (Priest) Birner, died Friday June 5, 2020 at Mid-State Medical Center. Michael was born in Middletown, son of the late Michael and Bertha (Arndt) Birner. Michael was employed … [Read More...]
Letter From Paris: Thoughts on Life Under Lockdown in Fontainebleau, How France Has Coped With COVID-19
There have been many deadly pandemics in the history of the planet but this is the first time ever that one has affected so many people. COVID-19 forced half the world population - or more than three billion - into confinement. I guess this is the price one has to pay for living in a globalized … [Read More...]
Brendan Saunders Endorsed by Republicans to Run Against Incumbent Needleman in November
AREAWIDE -- At their district convention held Monday, May 18, Republicans confirmed first-time Senate candidate Brendan Saunders will challenge incumbent Democratic Senator Norm Needleman for the 33rd State Senate seat in November. In his acceptance speech, Saunders said, “Ronald Reagan once … [Read More...]
RECENT NEWS
Richard Wyman Appointed Community Music School Executive Director, “Thrilled to Come Home”
CENTERBROOK -- Dr. Richard Wyman has been appointed the new Executive Director of the Community … [Read More...]
Former State Representative Bob Siegrist III Announces His Candidacy for 36th House District Seat
HADDAM – Former State Representative Bob Siegrist III (R-36) has announced his intention to seek the … [Read More...]
Essex Winter Series Continues with Concert by Classical Guitar Duo, LINÜ, March 8
ESSEX – The Essex Winter Series (EWS) continues its 2020 season Sunday, March 8, with the classical … [Read More...]
COMMUNITY
Reading Uncertainly? ‘Identity’ by Francis Fukuyama
Stanford University’s Francis Fukuyama always challenges our minds. From his The End of History and … [Read More...]
ARTS
Richard Wyman Appointed Community Music School Executive Director, “Thrilled to Come Home”
CENTERBROOK -- Dr. Richard Wyman has been appointed the new Executive Director of the Community … [Read More...]
Essex Winter Series Continues with Concert by Classical Guitar Duo, LINÜ, March 8
ESSEX – The Essex Winter Series (EWS) continues its 2020 season Sunday, March 8, with the classical … [Read More...]
2020 Essex Winter Series Season Offers a Plethora of Sounds
DEEP RIVER – Essex Winter Series' (EWS) 43rd season marks a milestone for Artistic Director and … [Read More...]
SCHOOLS
‘The Country School’ Hosts Open House Today, All Welcome
MADISON -- The Country School jn Madison is holding an Open House Sunday, Jan. 26, from 1 to 3:30 … [Read More...]
Country School Runners Earn All-America Status at National Championships
MADISON, CT - This past Saturday (Dec. 14), in cold and windy conditions in Madison, Wis., Country … [Read More...]
Essex Elementary School Foundation Grants Over $40,000 to Essex Elementary School for the 2019-2020 School Year
ESSEX -- The Essex Elementary School Foundation (EESF), supported by the residents and community of … [Read More...]
BUSINESS
Bursting with Bubbles! Centerbrook Business Launches New Product Line, Includes Jewelry Cleaner, Shower Aromatherapy, Calcium Supplement
ESSEX -- Centerbrook-based manufacturer Tower Laboratories Ltd., has launched a diverse line of … [Read More...]
POLITICS
Incumbent State Sen. Needleman Nominated Unanimously to Run Again for 33rd Senate District Seat
AREAWIDE -- (Based on a Press Release released by Sen. Needleman's office) On May 22, State Senator … [Read More...]
UPCOMING EVENTS
Become a Middlesex Health Hospice Volunteer
MIDDLETOWN—Middlesex Health’s Hospice Program is looking for volunteers. Hospice volunteers are … [Read More...]
Estuary Offers Chair Massages, Wednesdays
OLD SAYBROOK -- The Estuary Council of Seniors 220 Main St Old Saybrook is offering Chair Massage by … [Read More...]
Essex Winter Series Presents Classical Guitar Duo LINÜ, March 8
DEEP RIVER – Essex Winter Series' (EWS) 43rd season continues March 8, the classical guitar duo LINÜ … [Read More...]
Connecticut River Museum Still Closed, but Online Programs Offered
ESSEX -- The Connecticut River Museum has been closed to the public, effective this morning. It is … [Read More...]
Find Out About ‘A Sailor’s Life,’ Join this Virtual Program at Deep River Public Library, June 25
DEEP RIVER -- What was life like for sailor in the 1800's? Find out in this virtual history lesson … [Read More...]
COLUMNISTS
Letter From Paris: Thoughts on Life Under Lockdown in Fontainebleau, How France Has Coped With COVID-19
There have been many deadly pandemics in the history of the planet but this is the first time ever … [Read More...]
Letter From Paris: France is Embroiled in Pension Reform Crisis, But Seems to be Doing Fine … or is it?
Reform of the retirement system was at the core of French President Emmanuel Macron's 2016 campaign. … [Read More...]