Sterling
Sterling, CT · Municipal
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Move To This Connecticut Town Where Retirees Say Social Security Stretches Surprisingly Far
Somewhere between the antique shops and the old mill buildings, Putnam, Connecticut figured out how to make a fixed income feel downright generous. This little town in the Quiet Corner is proving that you don’t need a fat pension to enjoy your golden years, you just need to know where to look.
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Free Norwich summit spotlights women in local business
A free Women’s Empowerment Summit in Norwich will bring 30 local vendors, guest speakers and community members together Nov. 14 for shopping, networking and discussions about entrepreneurship. The event runs 1-4 p.m. at Aerial Arts Fitness, 50 Pleasant St., Unit 6, according to a community announcement. Aerial Arts Fitness is organizing the summit with Vibe & Co. Events, and admission is free. Organizers are inviting established business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs and other community members to meet local entrepreneurs, exchange ideas and learn about their businesses. The 30 participating vendors will offer products and services, giving visitors an opportunity to shop for holiday gifts while supporting local businesses. The event will include flash tattoos from Black Velvet Ink, books from Golden Owl Bookstore, travel-related businesses, mini golf and interactive demonstrations. The summit is focused on celebrating women in business, but attendance is open to everyone regardless of gender or background. Aerial Arts Fitness owner Jenn Pierce has grown the business from a small aerial fitness studio to two locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts, according to the announcement. “When you own a small business, you wear every hat. You’re the owner, the marketing department, customer service, and sometimes the person cleaning the
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News 12
I-95 overnight lane closures begin for drainage cleaning in 4 Connecticut communities