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CHA Strengthens Board with Addition of Three Visionary Members
Community Housing Advocates (CHA), the parent organization of both Mercy Housing and Shelter and My Sisters' Place, is excited to strengthen its leadership team with the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors.

Spirit Airlines Launches Service from Bradley International Airport to Detroit
The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that Spirit Airlines launched a new route from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) in Michigan.

Connecticut Public Welcomes 12 New Members to the Community Advisory Board
Connecticut Public proudly announces the appointment of 12 new members to its Community Advisory Board (CAB).

Chambers USA 2025 Rankings Recognize 18 Harris Beach Murtha Attorneys and Nine Practice Areas
The 2025 edition of Chambers USA, America’s Leading Lawyers for Business has ranked 18 Harris Beach Murtha attorneys as preeminent practitioners in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York.

First Night Hartford Celebrates a Revitalized Board of Directors, Welcoming New Leaders and Renewed Energy
First Night Hartford, Inc., the independent nonprofit organization behind two of the city’s most cherished community traditions—First Night Hartford and Hartford Bonanza—is proud to announce an exciting evolution in its Board of Directors.

Berkins Blend Café Celebrates a Final Goodbye with 10th Anniversary Celebration and Closure of Greater Hartford Locations
After a decade of serving the Greater Hartford community with warmth, flavor, and hospitality, “The Berkins’” are marking the closure of their two beloved locations. Berkins.

Lux Bond & Green Glastonbury Launches Limited-Time Renovation Sale with Up to 75% Off
Exciting changes are underway at Lux Bond & Green’s Glastonbury location, and customers are invited to take part in a remarkable opportunity to save. Beginning Wednesday, June 18th, the store will host a limited-time Renovation Sale, offering up to 75% off select merchandise.

Charter Oak State College announces School of Education and M.S. Curriculum and Instruction
In response to the demand for offering an advanced degree to support educators, Charter Oak State College, Connecticut’s public online College, has announced a new online Master of Science Curriculum and Instruction to launch this Fall.

Mohegan Sun Vice President Kimberly Simone Joins Board of Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTMeetings)
Kimberly Simone, the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn., has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau (CTMEETINGS).

Connecticut Public Wins Top Honors at 2025 Digital Innovation Awards and Regional Emmy ® Awards
Connecticut Public is proud to announce two national honors in the 2025 Digital Innovation Awards from the Local Media Association (LMA), along with two regional Emmy® Awards, recognizing the organization’s excellence in digital journalism, storytelling, and innovation.

Onward860: United Way and Hartford City Football Club are United To End Poverty
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is proud to announce a new partnership with Hartford City Football Club as the club’s Official Impact Partner.

Connecticut Public Welcomes Áine Pennello as New Environment and Climate Change Reporter
Connecticut Public is pleased to announce journalist Áine Pennello will be joining the newsroom as its new Environment and Climate Change Reporter, a position made possible through a renewed partnership with Report for America. Based in Hartford, Pennello will begin her role on June 30th.

Hospital for Special Care Names Sharon Seabold Vice President of Strategy, Planning & Business Development
Hospital for Special Care (HFSC) today announced the appointment of Sharon Seabold, PMP, as its new Vice President of Strategy, Planning & Business Development.

Breeze Airways Launches New Service from Bradley International Airport to Greensboro/Winston-Salem
The Connecticut Airport Authority is pleased to announce that Breeze Airways launched its new route from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) in Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Hartford Foundation Awards Nearly $240K in Grants to Assist Individuals with Visual Impairments
“The Hartford Foundation is grateful to be able to support such impactful organizations through the John E. Blair Fund,” said Hartford Foundation Community Impact Officer Bria Muwanguzi.

Hartford’s Camp Courant Receives Farmington Community Business Award from Central CT Chambers of Commerce
Hartford’s Camp Courant has received the 2025 Community Business Award for the Town of Farmington from the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce.

Chambers 2025 Recognizes Pullman & Comley Attorneys and Practice Areas
The law firm of Pullman & Comley, LLC earned seven practice area rankings in this year’s Chambers USA, the leading business guide to the legal profession recognized worldwide for its detailed research and review process.

Avery Heights Announces 24th Annual Golf Tournament
Avery Heights will hold its annual golf outing on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Tunxis Plantation Country Club in Farmington.

Hospital for Special Care’s Ivan Lendl Golf Classic Raises $111,000 to Fund 35th Anniversary of the Ivan Lendl Adaptive Sports Camp
Aiming high and swinging with purpose at the Ivan Lendl Golf Classic in honor of adaptive sports. The event was a major success due to the incredible support and participation from 144 golfers, and all of our sponsors, which led to $111,000 being raised.

Connecticut Public Hosts Exclusive Screening of PBS Film, "Caregiving"
Join Connecticut Public for a screening of national documentary, "Caregiving" from Executive Producer, Bradley Cooper!