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ARPA expiration would end health insurance subsidies for many residents- The expiration date of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds this year may impact the cost of health insurance for many local residents.“Financial help from ARPA virtually eliminates or vastly reduces monthly payments, premiums, for many people with...

Party-line vote favors strict limit on flags flown on town property in Southington- SOUTHINGTON — An ordinance limiting flags on town buildings took a step forward this week and heads to the Town Council for a vote.Republicans who hold a majority on the council have backed an ordinance that would only allow the U.S., Connecticut,...

Meriden barber uses his talents to help the community- MERIDEN — Through the years, Eddie Rivera spent time dabbling in art, music and hairstyling. Now a business owner, Rivera continues to pursue all three passions while giving back to the community.Rivera, 37, was born in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico and...

Three distinctly different Latino dishes for Lent & Holy Week - MERIDEN — Christians across the world observe Lent, a season in the church year that also features distinctly different culinary staples. We spoke with a few local Latinos who told us about the traditional dishes they enjoy during Lent and Holy...

Study critical of condition, location of Southington fire stations- SOUTHINGTON — The future of Southington’s fire stations is up for consideration as part of a larger look at the Fire Department’s future.A recent study commissioned by the town rated the aging fire stations poorly and had suggestions for different...

Developer submits revised request to allow manufacturing on Meriden site- MERIDEN — A local developer who wants to bring manufacturing to a site on the city’s Wallingford border has resubmitted an application for zone changes after residents complained the property was too close to allow for expanded uses like...

Meriden church focused on helping the community- MERIDEN — Helping others is a key component of Elohim Shalom Church’s message of hope.The Rev. Ruthy Cruz started the church almost seven years ago. Today, the congregation conducts services and community outreach from 74 Cambridge St., the...

Candidate search heats up as parties brace for battle in 13th Senate- State Sen. Mary Daugherty Abrams’ announcement last week that she would not be seeking re-election has local party leaders huddling to find candidates who can win in what has become a swing district over the last decade.Abrams, a two-term Democratic...

Gov. Ned Lamont tests positive for COVID-19- HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and is not experiencing any symptoms, according to his communications director.Lamont, 68, received his second booster shot on March 31. He tested positive...

State Treasurer Shawn Wooden is not running for reelection- With one month until the Democratic nominating convention, Treasurer Shawn T. Wooden said Thursday he is not seeking a second term, creating a third open seat among the six constitutional statewide offices.Wooden, 52, a former pension lawyer with Day...