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Ørsted Completes Turbine Installation at Revolution Wind Project in U.S.

Ørsted Completes Turbine Installation at Revolution Wind Project in U.S.

Ørsted, in a 50-50 joint venture with Global Infrastructure Partners' Skyborn Renewables, has completed the installation of all 65 turbines at the 704 MW Revolution Wind offshore wind project. This significant milestone brings the project closer to full energization, which is anticipated by the end of 2026. The Revolution Wind farm is located more than 15 miles south of the Rhode Island coast and has already begun delivering electricity to the New England grid as of March 14. Once fully operational, the project is expected to generate enough electricity to power over 350,000 homes and businesses, operating under fixed-price, 20-year agreements with utilities in Rhode Island and Connecticut. The completion of turbine installation follows a construction process that included two stop-work orders, as noted by the New England for Offshore Wind advocacy coalition.

Greenwich Breaks Ground on 120-Unit Residential Community, Addressing Housing Needs

Greenwich Breaks Ground on 120-Unit Residential Community, Addressing Housing Needs

Lonicera Partners and Nimbus Properties, alongside Congressman Jim Himes and First Selectman Fred Camillo, celebrated the groundbreaking of Benedict Court, a new 120-unit multifamily residential community in downtown Greenwich, Connecticut. The development, located at 19 Benedict Place, is designed to address a range of housing needs within the community. Forty percent of the units, totaling 48 apartments, will be offered at below-market rates, specifically targeting moderate-income households. This initiative is a collaborative effort with the Town of Greenwich and the Greenwich Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The project is slated for completion in 2028 and will feature a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, with amenities such as a fitness center, resident dining room, private library, coworking space, and a shared rooftop terrace. The design by BKSK Architects incorporates traditional New England-inspired elements to complement the local architectural character.

Connecticut Department of Developmental Services Cited for Non-Compliance in Health and Safety Requirements

Connecticut Department of Developmental Services Cited for Non-Compliance in Health and Safety Requirements

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has identified significant non-compliance issues within the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and its providers regarding federal waiver and state health and safety requirements for individualized home support services. An audit conducted by the OIG revealed that Connecticut failed to properly follow the provider certification process in 32 instances out of 81 reviewed providers. Additionally, individual plans were not reviewed annually in 6 out of 124 cases, and critical incidents were improperly reported and recorded in 70 instances. Site visits further exposed that providers did not complete required criminal background checks (23 instances) and abuse and neglect registry checks (29 instances), nor did they ensure mandatory training was completed within specified timeframes (106 instances). These findings indicate systemic failures in oversight and adherence to established protocols designed to protect Medicaid enrollees with intellectual and de...

Fall Foliage Peaks in NY, NJ, CT This October

Fall Foliage Peaks in NY, NJ, CT This October

The 2026 fall foliage season has officially begun, with vibrant autumn colors starting to appear across Upstate New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. The Adirondacks in New York are expected to showcase the most significant changes in the coming weeks, while October marks the peak leaf-peeping season across the Tri-State area. Eastern North America is renowned for its bright and brilliant fall colors, thanks to the unique chemical processes in deciduous trees. As chlorophyll fades, yellows, oranges, and reds emerge, creating stunning landscapes. For early views, New England offers peak colors by late September, with the White Mountains of New Hampshire being a popular destination. Interactive maps and updates from local resources, such as ILoveNY.com and the New Jersey Forest Service, provide guidance for finding the best viewing spots.

Glock and Gun Advocates Challenge Connecticut's Semiautomatic Handgun Ban

Glock and Gun Advocates Challenge Connecticut's Semiautomatic Handgun Ban

Glock Inc. and gun rights advocates have filed separate lawsuits against Connecticut, challenging a new state law that bans the sale and possession of certain semiautomatic handguns, specifically those with a cruciform-trigger design. This ban, signed by Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, is set to take effect on October 1, 2026, making it a felony to sell these weapons. The state argues that these handguns can be easily converted into fully automatic weapons using machine gun conversion devices (MCDs). The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), a trade association for the firearm industry, along with gunmaker Shadow Systems LLC and retailer Blue Trail Range Corporation, are among the plaintiffs. Glock, in its lawsuit, highlights the safety features of its pistols, which include three mechanical safeties, and notes their popularity among law enforcement and civilians. The company also seeks clarification from state officials regarding whether specific models, such as the Slimline, V Series, and Gen6, fa...

Greener Partners Offers Extensive Urban Gardening Programs and Consultations

Greener Partners Offers Extensive Urban Gardening Programs and Consultations

Greener Partners is actively engaged in promoting urban gardening through a variety of programs and services. These offerings include the 'Mobile Farm Explorer,' which brings interactive educational activities about edible crops to various locations, allowing participants to taste healthy snacks made from fresh ingredients. They also provide 'Farm Explorer Classroom and Garden-Based Programs' where farmer-educators lead science-based activities focused on gardening and healthy eating. Additionally, Greener Partners offers 'Caregiver and Student Workshops' that combine food and garden education for all ages, and 'Virtual Seed to Plate Cooking Workshops' for remote learning. For organizations, they provide 'Garden Training and Professional Development' on topics like garden basics and crop planning, as well as 'Garden Build' services to design and construct new gardens at schools, hospitals, or workplaces. Their 'Garden Consulting Services' offer expert guidance on crop planning, pest management, and garden ...

WordSmirk Redefines Self-Expression with Apparel Featuring Obscure Words

WordSmirk Redefines Self-Expression with Apparel Featuring Obscure Words

WordSmirk Redefines Self-Expression with Apparel Featuring Obscure Words

Vertical Gardens Offer Space-Saving Solutions for Urban and Indoor Plant Cultivation

Vertical Gardens Offer Space-Saving Solutions for Urban and Indoor Plant Cultivation

Vertical Gardens Offer Space-Saving Solutions for Urban and Indoor Plant Cultivation

Waterbury, Connecticut, Promotes Cultural Tourism with Focus on History, Arts, and Diverse Cuisine

Waterbury, Connecticut, Promotes Cultural Tourism with Focus on History, Arts, and Diverse Cuisine

Waterbury, Connecticut, Promotes Cultural Tourism with Focus on History, Arts, and Diverse Cuisine

Potential Nor’easter Could Impact Connecticut Coast

Potential Nor’easter Could Impact Connecticut Coast

Connecticut is experiencing unseasonably cool, fall-like temperatures this week, accompanied by gusty northeasterly winds reaching up to 25 mph. Dangerous rip currents and minor to moderate coastal flooding are expected at ocean-facing beaches through the weekend due to persistent winds and the full moon. Meteorologists are closely monitoring a potential nor’easter that could bring hazardous impacts to coastal communities. Weather models currently disagree on the storm’s track, with the European model predicting closer proximity and greater impacts, while the American model suggests lighter rain and gusty winds. The Autumnal Equinox begins tonight at 8:04 p.m. EDT, marking nearly equal day and night as the sun crosses the equator heading south.

Detroit Free Press

Michigan food retailers want out of the bottle return business

Michigan food retailers want out of the bottle return business

Bottles and cans coming back to stores for 10-cent deposit returns often contain drink syrups and fermenting alcohol. That attracts bugs and worse, retailers say.

UConn Social Work and Medical Students Collaborate to Address Health Needs in Underserved Connecticut Communities

UConn Social Work and Medical Students Collaborate to Address Health Needs in Underserved Connecticut Communities

Nine Urban Service Track/Area Health Education Center (UST/AHEC) Scholars from the UConn School of Social Work are collaborating with medical, dental, nursing, and pharmacy students to address the health needs of marginalized populations in Connecticut. This interprofessional program, focused on primary care and service to urban underserved communities, prepares students to consider social, economic, family, and community factors that influence health. Scholars participate in a two-year curriculum that includes didactic and clinical training, boot camps, and learning retreats on topics such as caring for veterans, urban youth, people experiencing homelessness, and older adults. Students like Zahkiyah Days and Margaret Waweru have engaged in clinical boot camps, learning basic health screenings, and participated in home health care visits to address social determinants of health. The program aims to bridge gaps in healthcare access and improve outcomes for vulnerable populations.