GasBuddy, a PDI company, released on Thursday the results of its annual summer travel survey revealing that even with record-high gasoline prices, 58% of Americans intend to road trip this summer, a rise from last summer, when gas prices were nearly $1.50 per gallon lower. While the high prices may not stand in the way…
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Consumer Counsel alert: Eversource customers will see an increase in electric supply rates effective July 2022
The supply portion of electric bills for customers of The Connecticut Light and Power Company, d/b/a Eversource Energy (“Eversource”) paying the Standard Service supply rate is scheduled to increase on July 1, 2022, as approved by the Public Utility Regulatory Authority (PURA) on May 10, 2022, as follows: CL&P/Eversource Standard Service Rates 7/1/21 1/1/22 7/1/22 …
Huge Turnout at Careers In Manufacturing Expo
BRIDGEPORT, CT – Housatonic Community College (HCC) hosted a Careers in Manufacturing Expo 2022 on May 4, connecting 28 manufacturing firms from Connecticut with those interested in the field and prospective employees. A whopping 300 job seekers and students attended the free event to discover in-demand manufacturing positions, learn about the industry, meet employers, attend…
Governor Lamont approves Municipality Accountability Review Board recommendation to place West Haven under Tier IV oversight
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is approving the recommendations of the Municipality Accountability Review Board (MARB) to designate the City of West Haven as a Tier IV municipality, providing the greatest level of state oversight into a municipality’s finances as allowed under state law. The board’s recommendation to change city’s…
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Planned on May 20 to Celebrate Grand Opening of Two Small Businesses in Shelton
SHELTON, CT – On Friday, May 20, the community is invited to the grand opening of two small businesses in Shelton, CT. Custom Sleep Technology (CST) and Whitney Cabinet Painting will host a joint ribbon-cutting ceremony from 3:00-5:00PM at the historic Conti building, located at 132 West Canal Street in Shelton. Attendees will rub elbows…
Governor Lamont signs budget that includes the largest tax cut in Connecticut history
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont announced on Monday that he has signed into law the fiscal year 2023 budget adjustment bill, which includes more than $600 million in tax cuts – the largest tax reduction in Connecticut’s history. Tax cuts in the package include suspending Connecticut’s excise tax on gasoline through November 30, 2022;…
GasBuddy: U.S. Gas Prices Reach New Record High: $4.36 Per Gallon
BOSTON, MA – It’s going to be a long year for motorists, as gas prices set a fresh record at the pump today, rising above the previous all-time high of $4.35 per gallon set on March 10, according to GasBuddy, the leading fuel savings platform providing North American drivers the most ways to save money…
Diesel Prices Reach New All-Time High, Biggest Premium to Gasoline Ever
Diesel prices today reached a new average all-time high of $5.16 per gallon, surpassing the previous record of $5.15 per gallon set on March 10, according to GasBuddy, the leading fuel savings platform providing North American drivers with the most ways to save money on gas. In addition, a second record has been set: diesel…
Girl Scouts of Connecticut Creatively Connects Customers with Cookies
CONNECTICUT, CT – Girl Scouts of Connecticut is making it easier than ever for customers to get their hands on their favorite Girl Scout Cookies this season. Options range from buying directly from troops at Cookie Booths across the state, to DoorDash delivery at home when a cookie craving strikes. “Cookie sales are critical for…
Governor Lamont directs state office buildings closed to the public Friday due to winter storm
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is ordering all executive branch state office buildings closed to the public on Friday, February 25, 2022, due to the winter storm that is anticipated to impact Connecticut. The governor is directing that: All level 2 state employees who are able to telework shall telework…