Fairfield, CT
Politics
'Delete This, Ned': Bickering CT, NJ Governors Exchange Friendly Fire 'Delete This, Ned': Bickering CT, NJ Governors Exchange Friendly Fire
'Delete This, Ned': Bickering CT, NJ Governors Exchange Friendly Fire A recent NJ.com article seems to have struck a nerve with Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont. The governor took matters into his own hands on the article, "10 Reasons Why New Jersey is better than Connecticut." He made a quick correction to the headline, and then shared it on Twitter.  There. I fixed it for you. https://t.co/3EaFAvakxG pic.twitter.com/l0Ba2p2nvV — Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) January 31, 2022 "There," Lamont wrote. "I fixed it for you." New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy fired back: "Delete this, Ned." Don't worry, it was all in jest. Right, guys?

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by Cecilia Levine
Franklin Township, NJ
Politics
'Delete This, Ned': Bickering CT, NJ Governors Exchange Friendly Fire 'Delete This, Ned': Bickering CT, NJ Governors Exchange Friendly Fire
'Delete This, Ned': Bickering CT, NJ Governors Exchange Friendly Fire A recent NJ.com article seems to have struck a nerve with Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont. The governor took matters into his own hands on the article, "10 Reasons Why New Jersey is better than Connecticut." He made a quick correction to the headline, and then shared it on Twitter.  There. I fixed it for you. https://t.co/3EaFAvakxG pic.twitter.com/l0Ba2p2nvV — Governor Ned Lamont (@GovNedLamont) January 31, 2022 "There," Lamont wrote. "I fixed it for you." New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy fired back: "Delete this, Ned." Don't worry, it was all in jest. Right, guys?

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by Cecilia Levine
Brookfield, CT
News
Nor'easter: Travel Ban To Take Effect; Blizzard Warning Issued For Part Of State Nor'easter: Travel Ban To Take Effect; Blizzard Warning Issued For Part Of State
Nor'easter: Travel Ban To Take Effect; Blizzard Warning Issued For Part Of State Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is cautioning that residents should batten down the hatches and stay inside as the state prepares for a major Nor’easter that could bring more than a foot of snow and whipping winds to the region. Lamont announced that in coordination with neighboring Massachusetts and Rhode Island, he will be implementing a travel ban on all tractor-trailers statewide beginning at 6 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 29, while encouraging all residents to stay off the road to allow crews space and time to clean up from the wintry weather. "We're ready for what could really be a rough storm,…

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
News
COVID-19: Infection Rate Nears 10 Percent In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases, Deaths By County COVID-19: Infection Rate Nears 10 Percent In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases, Deaths By County
Covid-19: Infection Rate Nears 10 Percent In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases, Deaths By County After seeing nearly one in four COVID-19 tests coming back positive earlier in the month, the positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut is back approaching 10 percent. On Tuesday, Jan. 25, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that there were more than 25,000 COVID-19 tests administered, resulting in 2,795 new laboratory-confirmed infections for a 10.93 percent positivity rate. The previous day, the infection rate was at 13.74 percent, marking the continuance of improving COVID-19 data in Connecticut. One hundred more COVID-19 patients were discharged from Connecticut hospitals, bringing …

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
News
COVID-19: Infection Rate Up, Hospitalizations Down In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases, Deaths COVID-19: Infection Rate Up, Hospitalizations Down In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases, Deaths
Covid-19: Infection Rate Up, Hospitalizations Down In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases, Deaths The COVID-19 numbers continue to show improvement in Connecticut as the state distances itself from the holiday season and the number of patients being treated for the virus is dipping.  Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that on Monday, Jan. 24, there were 27,834 COVID-19 tests administered statewide, which resulted in 3,824 newly confirmed infections for a 13.74 percent daily positivity rate, up from the weekend. The positive infection rate continues to show improvement after plateauing around 25 percent for most of January. Thirty-one more COVID-19 patients were discharged from Conne…

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by Zak Failla
Brookfield, CT
News
COVID-19: New Rules For Visitors Take Effect At CT Nursing Homes COVID-19: New Rules For Visitors Take Effect At CT Nursing Homes
Covid-19: New Rules For Visitors Take Effect At CT Nursing Homes New rules are now in effect for friends and families visiting residents in Connecticut nursing homes. Beginning over the weekend, new protocols directing all nursing homes in Connecticut to require visitors to either show proof that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have recently tested negative for the virus in order to enter the facilities became official. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont issued the executive order on Wednesday, Jan. 19. Specifically, when entering nursing homes, visitors must: Provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and, if eligible…

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by Zak Failla
Brookfield, CT
Politics
Look Who's Back: Bob Stefanowski Announces New Run For Governor Look Who's Back: Bob Stefanowski Announces New Run For Governor
Look Who's Back: Bob Stefanowski Announces New Run For Governor If at first, you don’t succeed… Republican businessman Bob Stefanowski, who ran and lost to Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont in 2018, announced that he is taking a second shot at the office with an initial investment of $10 million straight into his campaign. “Connecticut has some of the most honest, hard-working people in the country.  But we are being short-changed by leaders prioritizing politics over people,” he announced. “Over the past three years, our state has become less affordable and more dangerous for the good people who live, work, and go to school here.” Stefanowski specifically …

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by Zak Failla
Fairfield, CT
News
CT Activates First Severe Cold Weather Protocol Of Season CT Activates First Severe Cold Weather Protocol Of Season
CT Activates First Severe Cold Weather Protocol Of Season With brutally cold temperatures expected to impact Connecticut, the state has activated its severe cold weather protocol for the first time this winter. Gov. Ned Lamont announced on Monday, Jan. 10, that the protocol will be in effect from noon on Monday through noon on Wednesday, Jan. 12. Related story: Arctic Blast Will Usher In Coldest Air Of Season Before Potential For New Winter Storm The protocol is put in place to allow those vulnerable to cold conditions to receive protection. “While we’ve had relatively mild weather so far this winter, it looks like we are about to receive o…

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by Nicole Valinote
Torrington, CT
News
COVID-19: Infection Rate In CT Stays Over 20 Percent; New Deaths Reported COVID-19: Infection Rate In CT Stays Over 20 Percent; New Deaths Reported
Covid-19: Infection Rate In CT Stays Over 20 Percent; New Deaths Reported Connecticut's daily COVID-19 positivity rate held above 20 percent as more than 120 virus-related deaths were reported in the past week. On Thursday, Jan. 6, Gov. Ned Lamont announced that the state administered 38,674 COVID-19 tests within the past 24 hours, resulting in 8,823 laboratory-confirmed cases. The 22.81 percent infection rate marks the third straight day the positivity rate was above 20 percent after spiking near 25 percent earlier in the week. One hundred and twenty-one new COVID fatalities were reported in the past week in Connecticut, which now has reported 9,281 virus-…

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by Zak Failla
Torrington, CT
News
COVID-19: Positivity Rate, Hospitalizations Remain High In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases COVID-19: Positivity Rate, Hospitalizations Remain High In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases
Covid-19: Positivity Rate, Hospitalizations Remain High In CT; Latest Breakdown Of Cases The daily positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut remains high as more patients are being admitted into hospitals for treatment of the virus.  One day after setting a record for the state's positive infection rate, Gov. Ned Lamont announced on Wednesday, Jan. 5 that Connecticut administered more than 45,000 COVID-19 tests, which resulted in 10,344 laboratory-confirmed cases of the virus for a 22.60 percent positivity rate.  The previous day, the infection rate was approaching 24 percent, marking a new daily high for Connecticut, prompting Lamont to advise that "it may get …

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by Zak Failla
Torrington, CT
News
COVID-19: CT Hospitalizations Up, Infection Rate Hits New High; Latest Breakdown Of Cases COVID-19: CT Hospitalizations Up, Infection Rate Hits New High; Latest Breakdown Of Cases
Covid-19: CT Hospitalizations Up, Infection Rate Hits New High; Latest Breakdown Of Cases Connecticut set a concerning record as its daily positive COVID-19 infection rate rose to a record high. In his latest COVID-19 briefing on Tuesday, Jan. 4, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that the state administered 44,449 new tests in the past 24 hours, resulting in 10,602 confirmed cases of the virus for a 23.85 percent daily positive infection rate. The number marks a record high since the pandemic began, topping the previous day's 21.52 percent positivity rate, though Lamont cautioned that "it may get worse before it gets better," during his briefing. One hundred and ten more COVID-1…

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by Zak Failla
New Haven, CT
Schools
COVID-19: CT Unveils New Guidance, Renews Commitment To Keep Schools Open COVID-19: CT Unveils New Guidance, Renews Commitment To Keep Schools Open
Covid-19: CT Unveils New Guidance, Renews Commitment To Keep Schools Open Though the positive COVID-19 infection rate in Connecticut has hit a new record high, the state is committed to keeping schools open amid the latest surge of fresh infections. During a COVID-19 briefing on Tuesday, Jan. 4, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said that despite the positivity rate topping 24 percent, the state has no intention to shut down schools and want to keep children in the classroom as long as possible. Connecticut Department of Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani said during the briefing that the state is directing school nurses to concentrate more on what will keep students …

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by Zak Failla