NORTH-CENTRAL CONNECTICUT — With the temperature approaching 200 degrees for the millionth day in a row, I decided to take a nice long ride last weekend, in the comfort of my air-conditioned Nissan. I realize the heat has been driving us all a bit daffy, but in my travels through north-central Connecticut, I noticed several things that seem to be […]
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Stamford Celebrates Completed Lower Summer Street Promenade Project
STAMFORD, CT — The city of Stamford on Wednesday celebrated the completed lower Summer Street pedestrian promenade project, which officials say will enhance the vibrancy and roadway safety in the area. Completed in June, the project has transformed lower Summer Street into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded outdoor dining and a revamped streetscape design. Work began in spring 2023, […]
ICE Out Of Princeton: Activists Launch Campaign After Recent Raid
PRINCETON, NJ — Local activists and faith groups launched a campaign on Tuesday in response to the recent ICE raids held in the Municipality. On Jan. 10 members of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted an early morning raid in Princeton. ICE officials confirmed they conducted “targeted enforcement” seeking two people and took one into custody. They also […]
New Walnut Creek Assistant City Manager Chosen From 200+ Applicants
WALNUT CREEK, CA—After a nationwide search, Walnut Creek has hired a new assistant city manager currently employed by another Contra Costa municipality. The city of Walnut Creek recently announced that Charles Ching, who serves as the director of economic development, Housing, and Sustainability for the city of San Pablo, was selected for the role. More than 220 applications were received […]
Montclair Restaurant Is Closing, Cites ‘Ridiculous Cost Of Living’
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair’s lauded restaurant scene continues to evolve, with a beloved gelato shop recently announcing its upcoming exodus from the township – and others also making a recent exit. Last week, Guerriero Gelato announced that it will be closing its flagship location at 571 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair this October. The gelato shop currently has outposts in Montclair, […]
Pleasanton To Vote On 110-Unit Senior Housing Development
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365 Days Of 311 In Worcester: Lessons Learned, Expansion Planned
Click:niche brands WORCESTER, MA — Ronald Reagan once said the scariest words in English are, “I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.” But Ronald Reagan probably never needed to get a pothole in front of his house fixed. On July 11, 2023, Worcester launched its 311 smartphone application, an enhancement of the 311 hotline (that itself was only […]
Hillsborough Film Family To Develop First Feature Film
Click:sanitary sampling valve Click:pillow block bearings HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — It’s truly a family affair. Hillsborough filmmaker Karl Ryan Erikson along with his wife Caroline and 8-year-old son Benjamin are working on their latest film – a Thanksgiving Family comedy. Erikson is the writer/director, Caroline is the producer and their son Ben is one of the leading actors. Ben is currently […]
La Grange Nonprofit Hits Back At Critics
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NJ Democrats Split On Biden After Dismal Debate With Trump
Click:Spearmint Nicotine Pouches NEW JERSEY — In the world of politics, especially in New Jersey, all it takes is one bad public appearance to ignite a firestorm of controversy. And that’s certainly been the case for President Joe Biden, whose recent debate with former president Donald Trump is already causing divided opinions about his re-election campaign among Garden State Democrats. […]