Middletown seeking to address rise in panhandling during pandemic
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MIDDLETOWN Law enforcement officials, business owners and the city are brainstorming ways to curb an increase in panhandling, which they say has become more pressing because of lower levels of foot traffic on Main Street during the pandemic.
Police Capt. Rich Davis and Mayor Ben Florsheim said there have been instances in which an individual has become aggressive when asking for money from a passerby, causing distress for those who are preoccupied by filling parking meters or attending to other tasks.
The mayor said panhandling can be done in different ways, simply asking for money, or when people are more demanding in their appeal.
I love helping people : Retiring Middletown officer moves to job at Cromwell schools
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Middletown Police Lt. Heather Desmond retired Jan. 1 after over a quarter-century on the force.Contributed photo / Heather DesmondShow MoreShow Less
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Now retired Middletown police Lt. Heather Desmond speaks to the press in July 2014.Hearst Connecticut Media file photoShow MoreShow Less
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Retired Middletown police Lt. Heather Desmond, far right, talks to reporters about an incident at Wesleyan University in September 2017.Hearst Connecticut Media file photoShow MoreShow Less
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Now retired Middletown police Lt. Heather Desmond briefs the press on a shooting which took place in October 2018 on Long Lane.Hearst Connecticut Media file photoShow MoreShow Less
Middletown public health block grants available
Jan. 9, 2021
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MIDDLETOWN The Middletown Health Department is accepting applications for Public Health Block Grant funding for fiscal year 2021-22. Any non-profit social service, or health agency providing services for Middletown city residents is eligible to apply.
Applications can be obtained on the city’s website @ www.middletownct.gov and due no later than 4:30 p.m. March 1.
For more information, call 860-638-4972 or email: kevin.elak@middletownct.gov.
Commission offering Capstone Project grant
EAST HAMPTON The East Hampton Arts & Culture Commission is accepting applications from East Hampton High School Juniors and Seniors for a $200 grant to support an annual East Hampton High School Capstone Project.
Middletown mayor s new initiative seeks to offer greater access to local government
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MIDDLETOWN For Mayor Ben Florsheim, the use of virtual platforms is a way to “bring people together.”
To continue a practice of using such means that has become regular during the pandemic, Florsheim will be giving weekly updates on municipal matters on social media, as a way to connect with constituents as well as encourage more engagement surrounding city issues.
Prior to each month’s Common Council meeting, Florsheim holds a Facebook Live session during which he talks about that evening’s agenda. He announced the “exciting” development that these will now be done on a weekly basis to inform the public of topics of discussion, as well as field questions.
Chamber On the Move: Promises for year ahead
Larry McHugh
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Larry McHugh is president of the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce in Middletown.Contributed photo / Larry McHughShow MoreShow Less
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Neil’s Donuts celebrated the official grand opening of its second location in Middletown Nov. 12. From left are Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce President Larry McHugh, Mayor Ben Florsheim, co-owner Rob Bukowski, Rob’s father and co-owner Neil Bukowski, Kempenaar Real Estate President Robert Kempenaar, Economic Development Specialist for Middletown Planning, Conservation & Development, Thomas Marano; and Councilman Phil Pessina.Contributed photo / Middlesex County Chamber of CommerceShow MoreShow Less