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Connecticut teachers excited by possibilities after midterm elections

Connecticut educators are eager to work with new state lawmakers. Democrats won large congressional majorities in the midterms but also grew their majority in the state’s General Assembly. It came as federal funding cuts imperiled state education programs, while slim majorities kept vital education legislation from becoming law. Some priorities include paying student teachers and making teacher salaries more competitive. Kate Dias, president of the Connecticut Education Association, said another priority is updating the state’s education funding formula . “The fact that we have based our education cost-sharing formula in 2013 and haven’t adjusted it for inflation since, so when we say we’re fully funding education, we’re fully funding it in 2013 dollars, not in 2026,” Dias explained. She expects it will be a suggestion from Gov. Ned Lamont’s Blue Ribbon Commission on K-12 education funding and accountability. Since the state does not account for inflation in education funding, communities must use property tax dollars to make up the difference. But since some municipalities cannot do it, they face larger class sizes and lower teacher salaries. Teachers in Connecticut and nationwide are breathing a sigh of relief about the election results. Dias noted teachers feel a sense of academic freedom

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This Classic Connecticut Drive-In Keeps Old-School Restaurant Traditions Alive With Burgers And Nostalgic Charm

Forget complicated menus for a moment. Sometimes all you really want is a good burger from a place that hasn’t forgotten what made drive-in restaurants so much fun. And honestly, I can understand the appeal. One classic Connecticut drive-in keeps old-fashioned burger traditions alive while offering a welcome dose...

Monroe, CT · 1d
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News 12

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49 Connecticut voting precincts selected for post-election audits

The Secretary of the State's Office says the routine post-election audits are designed to ensure votes were counted accurately.

Connecticut · 2d

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Haddam/Killingworth Community Calendar November 12 – 19, 2026

Please visit www.haddam.org, www.townofkillingworth.com, www.hk-now.com, www.brainerdlibrary.org, www.killingworthlibrary.org for the most current information, including cancellations, location changes, and time changes. Thursday, November 12. Haddam Community Closet. 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Haddam Town Annex Building, 11 Jail Hill Road. H-Higganum Cove Committee. 6:00 p.m. Higganum Community Center. KW-Conservation Commission. 7:00...

Haddam, CT · 1d
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CT Insider

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Connecticut cancer summit highlights new treatments and care gaps

Even with breakthroughs in cancer treatment, doctors say many patients aren't getting the right care due economic barriers.

Connecticut · 2d

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Connecticut homeowners see property assessments soar as towns complete revaluations

Homeowners in several Connecticut communities are receiving new property assessments, and some are seeing values jump by more than 50%. West Hartford began mailing new assessment notices Wednesday. According to the town, residential property values increased an average of 58.6% since the last revaluation five years ago. Plainville homeowners have...

Connecticut · 2d

Connecticut Public

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Jensen Huang biographer reacts to the Nvidia CEO's resignation

Congress has eliminated all funding for public media. That means $2.1 million per year that Connecticut Public relied on to deliver you news, information, and entertainment programs you enjoyed is gone. The future of public media is in your hands. All donations are appreciated, but we ask in this moment...

Connecticut · 1d

News 12

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Connecticut House speaker withdraws from consideration for possible UConn interim president job

Ritter said Wednesday he will serve as speaker for the next two years, calling the position his "dream job."

Connecticut · 1d

WTNH

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Chairman of UConn Board of Trustees resigns

STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — The chairman of UConn’s Board of Trustees has resigned on the heels of several weeks of drama surrounding the future of the school’s president, Dr. Radenka Maric. A spokeswoman for Gov. Ned Lamont confirmed the resignation of Daniel Toscano, the board’s chair since 2019. The governor himself wished Toscano well but […]

Storrs, CT · 22h

Crafting Your Home

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Connecticut Tow Companies Must Report Towed Cars Within 48 Hours Starting Jan. 1, and Owners Get a Public Search Portal

Starting Jan. 1, 2027, Connecticut tow companies must report towed vehicles within 48 hours and the DMV will run a public search portal.

Connecticut · 10h

CT Insider

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Protesters rally against license plate cameras across Connecticut Thursday

Rallies were held in West Hartford, Middletown, New Haven and several other communities.

Connecticut · 1d

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This Connecticut River Is Facing The Spread Of A Harmful Invasive Aquatic Plant

Have you ever heard of a plant that can turn a peaceful river into its own little kingdom? It doesn’t need flashy flowers or towering leaves to get attention. This particular underwater guest has a habit of spreading where it isn’t wanted, and Connecticut has a reason to keep an eye on it.

Glastonbury, CT · 1d

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Westies fall to Hand, booters eliminated

After a big road victory over Sheehan, the West Haven football team was looking to keep the momentum going. That momentum fell short in a 48-28 home loss against Hand-Madison to drop to 2-5 on the year. West Haven spotted Hand a 14-0 lead on a pair of Jake Rusher...

West Haven, CT · 2d

Eyewitness News

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People preparing for first flakes of the season in Connecticut

(WFSB) - People are preparing for the first snowflakes of the season in Connecticut. Jim Murphy has a 160 foot driveway and used to clear it with his snowblower before it died at the start of winter last year. “It just decided it didn’t want to work. I couldn’t get...

Connecticut · 1d

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Connecticut solar group claims victory as utilities must offer flexible interconnection

Connecticut utilities must offer flexible interconnection for solar and storage projects on a limited basis from next May, and offer it statewide by 2030, thanks to a regulatory decision applauded by the Connecticut Solar & Storage Association. A state regulator described how consumers will benefit. Connecticut regulators have required utilities...

Connecticut · 1d

CT Insider

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2026 CIAC girls volleyball tournament second round is complete. What you need to know

A look at what occurred in the second round of the 2026 CIAC girls volleyball tournament.

Connecticut · 19h

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Plan Your December Now, Because These 9 Connecticut Christmas Light Displays Turn Ordinary Drives Into Glowing Winter Wonderlands

December has a sneaky way of filling up before you’ve even decided what you want to do. One minute you’re making holiday plans, and the next you’re wondering how Christmas got so close. And the best evening outings can be easy to overlook. Across Connecticut, Christmas light...

Connecticut · 2d

Eyewitness News

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THE CAPITOL RUNDOWN: Republican wipe out in Connecticut

Political insiders Themis Klarides and Jimmy Tickey discuss what's next for CT Republicans, and the balance of power in Congress.

Connecticut · 2d

The Money Overview

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Connecticut pays $355 to $705 in heating aid through May 31, 2027, while Colorado’s LEAP usually pays $200 to $1,000 and Alaska and Iowa take applications to April 30

Households that pay a winter heating bill in Connecticut, Colorado, Alaska or Iowa can apply for state energy aid, and the four programs pay differently and close on different dates. Connecticut pays $355 to $705 and takes applications through May 31, 2027. Colorado’s LEAP usually pays $200 to $1,000, and Alaska and Iowa both accept […] The post Connecticut pays $355 to $705 in heating aid through May 31, 2027, while Colorado’s LEAP usually pays $200 to $1,000 and Alaska and Iowa take applications to April 30 appeared first on The Money Overview .

Connecticut · 1d

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First snowflakes of the season fall in Litchfield County

WINSTED, Conn. (WFSB) - It may not have been measurable, but the first snowflakes of the season fell in parts of Connecticut on Friday morning. Channel 3 had a crew in Litchfield County, including Winsted and Colebrook. Big flakes fell early in the morning, but transitioned to smaller ones before...

Litchfield County, CT · 10h