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How to help those impacted by Maui wildfires
Always be sure to vet organizations soliciting donations.
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‘It's Much Bigger than Anyone Understands:' Warning Signs of Romance Scams
From pandemic precautions keeping folks in their homes, feeling alone during the holidays, or whatever the case, people can feel isolated. That’s when romance scammers strike. Earlier this year, a Naugatuck woman shared her story with NBC CT Responds consumer reporter Caitlin Burchill. “One day this really handsome guy sent me a message — ‘Hello, pretty,’” said the woman, who…
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Conn. Mom, Blogger Shares Back-to-School Savings Tips
Back-to-school is on the brain. As kids get ready for school, there’s homework for parents, too. “Going back to school can be so chaotic,” said Caitlin Houston, a lifestyle blogger, mom of three girls and former elementary school teacher. Houston, a Wallingford resident, has some tips for parents preparing for the back-to-school rush. “My best go-to tip for anybody...
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Patriots Surprise Super Fan From Connecticut Fighting Cancer
“I will cancel going to my friend’s weddings if the Patriots are in the playoffs. No offense to them,” she said laughing. The 33-year-old has been cheering for the team since she was a little girl, but now there’s been a change in possession: the Patriots are rooting for her after her recent breast cancer diagnosis. “I was having...
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Received Unemployment in 2020? You May Want to Start Thinking About Your Taxes
With the need for unemployment assistance sky high during the coronavirus crisis, a first of a lifetime need for so many, NBC Connecticut doesn’t want you or your loved ones to be surprised by what you could owe in April.
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Conn. State Senate Passes Police Accountability Bill
The state Senate has passed the controversial police accountability bill early Wednesday morning after it began debating it on Tuesday evening. The proposed legislation passed in the House last week after hours of emotional debate. Early Wednesday morning, the bill was passed by the Senate after a vote of 21 to 15. The bill called for more oversight of police…
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Single-Use Plastic Bag Tax Goes Back Into Effect in Conn. Today
If you’re heading to the grocery store today, make sure to bring your own bag or be prepared to pay. The 10-cent single-use plastic bag tax goes back into effect today. Conn. Governor Ned Lamont issued the executive order to suspend the state’s plastic bag tax in March. His hope was to help reduce the spread of the coronavirus...
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More Guidance to be Released About Returning Students to Conn. Schools in the Fall
The state released new guidance on Monday about their plan to welcome students back to school this fall. School districts have a lot of work to do in the next two months to prepare for getting students back into the classroom. The state announced last week that it is requiring school districts to plan to bring all students back for…
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New Haven Takes Down Christopher Columbus Statue in Wooster Square
The city of New Haven took down the Christopher Columbus statue in Wooster Square Park in New Haven on Wednesday and crowds gathered to watch as it happened. “It’s a relic of New Haven and this is actually an outrage,” said Anthony Lanzetti of New Haven, as he watched the statue of Christopher Columbus come down in Wooster Square...
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Some Businesses Serving Customers as Phase 1 of Reopening Connecticut Begins
Businesses across the state were able to reopen their doors on Wednesday for the first time in two months since the coronavirus pandemic hit, forcing them to close. Here’s a breakdown of what places are allowed to reopen their doors and the guidelines that will now have to be followed. Retail establishments are open, following rules to prioritize the...
