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A Greenwich elementary school where 60% of students qualify for free lunch just earned Connecticut's highest academic honor. New Lebanon School is proving that excellence thrives when communities invest in every child's potential.
A Connecticut beach cleanup honors Luke Meyers, a teenager who spent his final months creating a climate education exhibit. His passion for protecting the planet continues to inspire his community every Earth Day.
Connecticut is channeling $15 million from the Volkswagen emissions scandal into projects that will actually clean the air residents breathe. The state's turning corporate wrongdoing into environmental wins for communities across Connecticut.
Firefighters in Greenwich and Hartford rescued multiple ducklings trapped in storm drains, reuniting the babies with their worried mothers. These heartwarming rescues show how first responders go above and beyond for all community members.
Connecticut is on track to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 34% from 2001 levels by 2030 while saving families money on their energy bills. The state proves environmental progress and economic growth can happen together.
Connecticut just funded its first four housing projects designed to revitalize downtowns and help families afford to live near transit. The projects will create more than 260 new apartments across three towns in just two years.
Connecticut just passed a bill extending solar incentives through 2035 and giving home battery systems a major advantage. Starting in 2028, homeowners who pair solar panels with batteries will get unlimited incentives while standalone solar faces caps.
Connecticut just powered up with clean energy from its first offshore wind farm. Revolution Wind marks a major milestone in the state's journey toward renewable energy independence.
Connecticut is installing 370 new electric vehicle charging ports across state properties as part of a plan to electrify 780 government vehicles by 2030. The $3 million project marks a major step toward cleaner transportation for state workers.
Connecticut is installing 370 new electric vehicle charging stations for its state fleet, following infrastructure upgrades across state-owned properties. The move sets the stage for replacing hundreds of gas-powered government vehicles with electric alternatives.
A small Connecticut city just secured federal funding that will help local manufacturers lead America's clean energy future. The investment supports companies building fuel cells for space missions and underwater exploration while creating good jobs.
Over 500 students explored career pathways at a new pharmaceutical innovation lab in Connecticut. The hands-on learning center connects classroom science to real-world medicine development.
Court-appointed volunteers are changing lives for Connecticut children in foster care, helping them find stability and permanent homes. Research shows these caring adults cut the chances of kids returning to foster care by half.
Connecticut's Siting Council just greenlit a solar project that will transform 30 acres of vacant farmland into clean energy for Manchester. The facility will generate enough power to make a real difference while protecting the environment.
Everyday residents in Connecticut are becoming citizen scientists to protect frogs and toads in their local wetlands. Their observations feed into a national conservation database that's making a real difference for amphibian survival.
A retired FBI special agent received a Community Hero Award for his work helping Connecticut synagogues and Jewish organizations stay safe amid rising antisemitism. Michael Shanbrom now dedicates his expertise to training communities on security and awareness.
Nearly 100,000 Connecticut residents just got letters saying their hospital bills are paid off. A nonprofit called Undue Medical Debt eliminated $6.5 million in overdue medical expenses without anyone having to apply.
Connecticut lawmakers just approved a major solar energy bill that extends clean energy programs for two decades and creates special rates for low-income families. The legislation aims to make renewable energy more accessible while reducing long-term electricity costs across the state.
Volunteers across Connecticut donated 183,000 hours in 2025, worth $7 million, connecting neighbors to trusted resources through UConn Extension. Eight volunteer councils bridge the gap between university expertise and real community needs in all 169 towns.
A Connecticut women's organization created a scholarship fund for adult learners returning to school, inspired by a beloved member who courageously changed careers later in life. The New Beginnings scholarship awards up to $500 twice yearly to women pursuing education in three local towns.
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