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They were the first non-profit conservation organization to be established in Connecticut 130 years ago.
We find out about the people and the work of the Connecticut Forest and Park Association.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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What is neurodivergence and what does it mean for the people who are diagnosed under this umbrella term that covers neurological conditions?
We talk to an expert and two people with a neurodivergent diagnosis.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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They created an iconic apparel brand called Just Mystic, with a simple, clean and classic look.
Now the brother and sister team have branched out with a new store Just Portsmouth in New Hampshire.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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Farmland in Connecticut is disappearing and once its gone, it’s gone.
We talk to local farmers and a land trust about their concerns and what can be done to protect farmland for the future.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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It’s not your Grandfather’s Chamber of Commerce.
We check in with the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut’s Innovation Center, two years on.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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Municipal local elections across Connecticut will take place on November 4th
How secure is Connecticut’s voting system and when and how can you vote?
We talk with Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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Connecticut has been the backdrop for many TV series and movies over the years,
And starting soon, several towns across the state will serve as filming locations for a new thriller mini-series by Connecticut native and filmmaker Joe Hawk.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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He’s a James Beard award winning chef and she’s an award winning somalier.
We catch up with husband and wife team David and Kathleen Standridge of Mystic to find out what they’re serving up now.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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She’s an award winning reporter turned book author.
We catch up with Elissa Bass as she unveils her second novel, Please Wait To Cross, with characters old and new from her first book Happy Hour.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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It's all change at the top at Subase New London as they hold a change of command ceremony.
And we sit down with Captain Ken Curtin the outgoing base commander about his four years in charge.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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It's called the Yankee National Party and says it upholds the values of New Englanders and beyond.
We talk to three local party members who live in the state and are part of the Connecticut chapter to find out more.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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Hospitals and health care are under increasing pressure in the state and in the nation.
We talk to Kyle Kramer, CEO of Day Kimball Health about how those pressures are even greater for our rural health care providers.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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They’re part of a world-wide network helping people become homeowners and building their own homes.
We talk to Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut about how they’re helping our region.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day.
And we talk to McCall Behavioral Health Network about their work and why they released a video recently called The Truth About Fentanyl Exposure.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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He served his country in the US Navy and now he’s still serving his local community.
We talk with Navy veteran Jason Arico of Field Engineer Farm in Columbia about his life serving as a farmer.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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It’s choking the Connecticut River and other state waterways, the invasive aquatic plant Hydrilla.
And recently is caused a firestorm of debate about how to get rid of it, we talk to the experts.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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They’ve been building aircraft engines in Connecticut for 100 years.
We join the celebration by Pratt & Whitney as they go back to where it all started on Capitol Avenue in Hartford
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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He’s an award-winning Connecticut author and Vietnam veteran whose books tell the stories of veterans, caregivers and their families.
Now Ron Farina has set his sights on telling the stories of those who helped the US military in Afghanistan.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act is now law, but what does it mean for individuals and businesses here in Connecticut?
We talk to State Comptroller Sean Scanlon, whose office has analyzed it.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.
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He’s a former teacher in the state of Connecticut who spoke up about DEI training and was disciplined for his comments.
We talk to John Grande about his fight with his school union who refused to help him and the state.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.



