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Interview with Karen Jarmoc, President & CEO of Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence/CT Safe Connect

If you need help or just someone to talk to, please visit CTSafeConnect.org or call or text (888) 774-2900. Advocates available 24/7.

Si necesitas información o si solo quieres conversar con alguien, por favor visite CTSafeConnect.org o llamada or texto (888) 774-2900. Los consejeros estará disponible las 24 horas del día, los siete días de la semana.

Hannah Aseltine is a Honors Program student at UCONN from Longmeadow, MA. Her passion and dedication to enter and succeed in an industry traditionally male dominated is inspiring. Working on a team focused on hybrid electric, her work is helping to create future air taxis. Feel free to use this video link showcasing an air taxi. https://vimeo.com/322561633. Please credit the Aerospace Industries Association.

Mark E. Scheinberg, Goodwin University President shares details about the great partnership with the University of Bridgeport and more ways Goodwin is helping to educate Connecticut and beyond!

There are so many things on our minds lately, but it appears for some, proper driving etiquette isn't one of them. We spoke with an expert from AAA in Connecticut on safety driving tips while we are experiencing these power outages.
Amy Parmenter, Spokesperson for AAA shares some great tips on driving safety and etiquette during power outages. We are also in the 100 deadliest days of Summer for Teen driving – another layer to think about – from Memorial Day to Labor Day there are more fatalities with or caused by teen drivers than any other time of year.

This year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be everywhere. We are inviting people to walk on the following days:

Saturday, September 26th - Eastern CT, Greater New Haven, Enfield
Sunday, October 4th - Central CT, Northwestern CT
Sunday, October 11th – Greater Hartford, Fairfield County
To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, visit: alz.org/walk.

Interview with Lauren Danner, the 2017 Connecticut Teacher of the Year, a science teacher at North Branford High School. She is the Teach.Org Teach Advisor and suggest this may be a great time to consider being a teacher!

Brenda Mierzejewski, Founder of Mizzi Cosmetics, wants you to know they are making SAFE hand sanitizers.

At Mizzi Cosmetics we are and always have been, fully committed to your health and well-being. Facing an unprecedented health crisis is unnerving but following healthy guidelines consistently, allows us to navigate this "new normal" together. It is important for you to know that our staff is working around the clock to provide safe, clean, at-home, lip care for your entire family. Our lip balm formulations help to create a protective barrier which locks in hydration. Additionally, naturally healing essential oils provide a boost of antioxidants which is important now, more than ever. As we find ourselves in our homes for an elongated amount of time, caring for ourselves and our family properly is vitally important. In addition to staying hydrated with plenty of water, exercising, and fueling our bodies as naturally as possible, selecting clean, non-toxic, skincare products is absolutely crucial. With Mizzi, you can rest assured knowing our products are safe and effective for you and your family, now and always.

Joanne T. Breen, CT Realtors 2020 President shares important information.

Homes in CT are selling, both to homebuyers relocating within CT and to those coming to CT from out of state. Many people have been looking closely at their living space during the pandemic. Some realize they are in need of more space… whether that’s for a designated office, a larger yard, more room for the kids to do school work. Others have realized now might be the time to downsize.

CT REALTORS need homes to sell. If anyone has been considering a move, now is a great time to put your house on the market. Current demand is outpacing the supply. Homes in CT are more attractive now than they have been in recent years. Homes are selling fast, and often receiving multiple offers.

CT REALTORS have the expertise to help you price and market your home to attract buyers. They will also help you find your next home to meet your needs, whether it’s across town or across the state. Our members are in every community and are here to help.

In a fast moving market where multiple offers are common, a REALTORS's expertise is more important than ever.  A REALTORwill know the pros and cons of each offer based on not just price but terms and conditions such as financing, requested inspections, timing of contingencies and even potential appraisal problems.  

Historically low mortgage rates give buyers more buying power. If you’re hesitant to list your home because you’re not sure where you’ll move to, consider that you may be able to purchase a higher priced home that fits in your budget because the interest rates are so low.

State Representative Jeff Currey has led a life of giving back to the public. Now he needs our help.
He has stage 5 kidney failure and needs a kidney transplant ans is looking fora living donor. For more information visit: www.getJeffakidney.com

Weekly Governor Ned Lamont 7 30 20
The Governor finished an early morning meeting with teacher's unions, and hybrid teaching seems a real possibility for older students. We spoke about the police reform bill and a special thank you and message to current law enforcement is included. We also spoke about continuing to follow safety guidelines to keep our state open.
**Special Update: We are still having tax free week. DRS will be sending details out shortly with COVID precautions that shoppers should take in addition.