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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...]
Former State Representative Bob Siegrist III Receives Endorsement of 36th District Republican Convention
HADDAM – Former State Representative Bob Siegrist, III (R-36) received the unanimous endorsement at the virtual 36th District Republican convention held tonight throughout the district. Siegrist thanked the delegates after securing the nomination to seek the 36th House district seat in November. … [Read More...]
State Rep. Devin Carney Endorsed for Another Term in 23rd District
OLD SAYBROOK -- On Tuesday, May 19, Republican delegates from Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook unanimously endorsed State Representative Devin Carney for a fourth term as representative for the 23rd District. The delegates held a convention by web conference to endorse Carney, making … [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 presented by the Mystic Seaport!. Join Deep River Library on Zoom on Thursday, June 25, at 10:30 a.m. as a sailor's chest is unpacked in this interactive history lesson. Using artifacts, from Mystic … [Read More...]
Essex Land Trust Publishes ‘Thatchbed Island & its Ospreys’ Booklet
ESSEX -- The Essex Land Trust has announced that it has published Thatchbed Island & its Ospreys, a booklet commemorating the return of Ospreys to its Thatchbed Island property and the lower Connecticut River. The booklet celebrates the successful recovery of this iconic raptor, one that … [Read More...]
RECENT NEWS
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...]
Wanda Nicholas Plays Perfect Cribbage Hand for First Time in ‘Estuary’ History
OLD SAYBROOK -- Congratulations to Wanda Nicholas! She is a regular cribbage player at the … [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
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...]
Gainor Davis Starts as New Head of CT River Museum in Essex
ESSEX – The Connecticut River Museum, on the waterfront in Essex, Conn., has announced the selection … [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
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 … [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...]