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Parents have more concerns than ever about keeping their child safe especially with all the news about the inflammatory syndrome that is popping up in some kids who have COVID-19.
With the state re-opening top of mind, you are probably wondering how best to stay safe…the good news is the healthcare heroes at Connecticut Children’s are on top of it! Because we all know when it comes to kids, things happen!!
President & CEO Jim Shmerling is here to tell us more about what Connecticut Children’s is doing to keep your kids Safe and Sound!

Parents have more concerns than ever about keeping their child safe especially with all the news about the inflammatory syndrome that is popping up in some kids who have COVID-19.
With the state re-opening top of mind, you are probably wondering how best to stay safe…the good news is the healthcare heroes at Connecticut Children’s are on top of it! Because we all know when it comes to kids, things happen!!
President & CEO Jim Shmerling is here to tell us more about what Connecticut Children’s is doing to keep your kids Safe and Sound!

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The Connecticut Food Association is dedicated to promoting the growth of Connecticut’s retail grocery community and its supplier network.
Connecticut Food Association is working diligently to support the Connecticut grocery retail industry throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. We are actively monitoring local, state and federal government resources for new information relevant to our retailers, suppliers, members and the general public.

5.14.20 Q & A: Governor Lamont answers 10 questions you need to hear!
Bob Joyce asks: In what phase of the reopen Ct do you see the possible resumption of youth sports and will there be restrictions from traveling town to town – state to state?
Sandy D in East Hartford asks: I’m in the 65 + crowd that we keep hearing needs to remain home if possible. Since the bulk of this state are people like me, how are we so supposed to react and are you concerned about age discrimination from employers who will choose to bring back their younger employees and use this suggestion as a reason?
Greg Sanders from Wallingford asks: I hear many changes and updates to the reopen CT plans and the phases. I’m to be married August 22 – but I’m seeing fairs and long standing events for that weekend being cancelled. While I realize you may not be able to answer directly, your complete honestly would be appreciated if you think we can legitimately have this wedding of 126 people plus our dog? It is an indoor wedding with an outdoor cocktails and indoor seating. We are holding our breath with your answer and will either keep or postpone, thank you. Greg, Crystal and Ozzy.
Julie Reibold of Naugatuck asks: Will there or is there a place to access to KN95 PPE for frontline non-medical people?
Dylan in New Haven asks: Are the daily Covid 19 updates including the children now included with the figures and what steps is the state taking with the reopen process with camps and summer schools now that children seem to be a new target for this sickness?
Marilyn in Somers asks: The unemployment figures are heartbreaking, I work at Foxwoods and will be laid off with no benefits at the end of the month with no return date – as in – I think I am out of a job. I watched the President say there will be no new stimulus plan on a national level – will you be able to anything locally?
Archie in Westport asks: Why did you choose a firm out of state to help reopen ct and are taxpayers helping to pay their fee?
Susan from Hartford asks: My question specifically is for Mayor Bronin, but thought you could answer on a state level too, how is the city functioning with its residents- and how is city handling planning and zoning applications, license and inspections, permits...things that usually are done in person with meetings?
Diane in Simsbury asks: We were watching the news last night and heard the CDC now say the droplets can last in the air for 8 minutes, will this change any of your reopen updates and does our Department of Health meet with Dr Fauci for updates and then advise with guidelines?
Bonus Question from me: With hunger as one of the side effects to Covid-19, we are seeing people pulling together to help one another, but the need is almost too much, the food lines are getting longer and food is running low and prices are going up. Do you have an authority to cap pricing at CT grocery stores to help people put food on their tables?

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