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News From Gov. Rell week of 12/01/2008
Governor Rell to Meet with Obama, Biden Tuesday
Governor M. Jodi Rell said today that the national economic crisis, the challenges facing individual states and a second...
Clinton, Connecticut holiday events and holiday shopping guide
'Tis the season to be jolly - and stressed out, overextended and downright "Grinch-y!" Here are some tips for reclaiming your holiday spirit (not to mention, your...
An Invitation to our Clinton Community: BLOG ON!
Since this site is all about Clinton, we’d like to get the
unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...
Eat Local! Great Resources in the Clinton area
What’s the one small change that 1) instantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Connecticut’s economy and 4)helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...
Read more...Make a difference in Clinton! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity
You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Clinton area and around the...
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EarthTalk: Starting a School Environmental Club
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’m thinking about starting an environmental club in my middle school. Can you give me some ideas about how to start? Can you connect me with other...
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EarthTalk: What's more green-friendly: flying or driving?
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Dear EarthTalk: How can I determine if it is more eco-friendly to fly or drive somewhere? -- C.M.
The simple answer is that driving in a relatively fuel...
Governors Rell and Patrick Announce Effort to Protect Habitat on the Conn-Mass Border
Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell and Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick today announced the preservation of approximately 450 acres of land straddling the...
News From Gov. Rell week of 11/17/2008
Gov. Rell Applauds Extension of Federal Unemployment Benefits
Governor
M. Jodi Rell today hailed the passage of the Unemployment Compensation
Extension Act of 2008,...
EarthTalk: Green-friendly holiday gift ideas and sources
Dear EarthTalk: Can you recommend some sources for toys and other holiday gifts that are both safe and not harmful to the environment? -- T.G.
Given the...
Connecticut Food Bank: Nov. 2008 eNewsletter
Thanksgiving for All
Thanksgiving for Allis a series of events and food drives
hosted and sponsored by local civic and
...
News From Gov. Rell week of 11/10/2008
Gov. Rell: Hundreds of Citizens Weighing in on State Budget
Governor
M. Jodi Rell announced that her new interactive state budget Web site
has drawn hundreds of...
Back to School for Clinton - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
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10 ways to combat the red, white and post-election blues
No doubt about it – this has been one loooong election season.
Now that it’s over, don’t be surprised if you experience some...
EarthTalk: Eco-Psychology
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I caught the tail end of a discussion about “ecopsychology” recently on the radio, something about the negative impacts of people not communing with nature...
Read more...Tag Sales, Estate Sales, Garage Sales and Flea Markets In The Clinton Area
Some call it a Garage Sale, others a Rummage, Yard
or Tag Sale…but whatever the name, it’s a great way to clean out your closets, make some money – and, for the shopper,...
The Power of a Single Vote - Clinton Election Information and Polling Places
This year promises to be one of the biggest elections ever. Even in areas that have been offering early voting, lines on Nov. 4th could be longer than normal, so...
EarthTalk: Where do lead-tainted toys that have been recalled end up?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There has been a lot of news about lead-tainted children’s toys being recalled. Where are these toys ending up and are they creating pollution problems there? --...
Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Clinton in a Tough Market
It's pretty much accepted fact that a Connecticut home is one of the best investments you can make; but like many things in life, timing is everything.
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News From Gov. Rell week of 10/27/2008
Gov. Rell: Nov. 24 Session to Include Relief for Towns, Deficit Reduction
Governor M. Jodi Rell today announced the she is formally calling the General Assembly into special...
EarthTalk: Will the LED light bulb dethrone the compact fluorescent?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the story with LED light bulbs that are reputed to be even more energy-efficient than compact fluorescents? -- T.E.
Perhaps the ultimate...
News From Gov. Rell week of 10/20/2008
Gov. Rell, Municipal Leaders Discuss Economic Concerns, Strategy
Governor
M. Jodi Rell met this morning with several mayors and first selectmen
to brief them on the most...
EarthTalk: Natural headache remedies
from:EarthTalk
Dear EarthTalk: Are there natural headache remedies that can get me off of Tylenol, Advil and other medicines whose side effects can be as bad as or worse than the pain that led...
News From Gov. Rell week of 10/13/2008
Gov. Rell: Elements of 5-Point Economic Plan Now in Place
Governor
M. Jodi Rell – following through on her five-point program to help
safeguard the state’s economy...
Coping with the U.S. Financial Crisis
No doubt about it, the current economic situation in the US Financial Crisis is scary. But there are things each of us can do to protect ourselves and keep things from...
News From Gov. Rell week of 10/06/2008
Gov. Rell: Feds to Mail CT Vets Letters Required for Property Tax Relief
Governor M. Jodi Rell announced today that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USVA) will soon be...
EarthTalk: Does inflating car tires with nitrogen help the environment?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Is using nitrogen to inflate my car’s tires really better for the environment than using air? And if so, how? -- R.M.
Whether or not it...
Weekend Activities in and around Clinton
Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy the...
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EarthTalk: Non-dairy milks
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There seems to be a large selection of soy and other non-dairy milks out there today, even right in the dairy sections of major supermarkets. Why should I opt for...
Read more...Don’t let dining out in the Clinton area do you in!
Going out to eat in Clinton and the surrounding area is one of life’s great pleasures. But too often, all those goodies on the menu can leave your waistline feeling a little,...
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EarthTalk: Lowering your carbon footprint
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How can I measure—and then improve—my overall “carbon footprint?” What are the major areas of one’s daily life that one measures? -- A.F.
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11th Annual Henry Carter Hull Library Gala was a Success
from:Henry Carter Hull LibraryClinton, CT - The effects of hurricane Hanna didn't dampen the spirits of those who attended Clinton's 11th Annual Henry Carter Hull Library Gala on Saturday, September 6th,...
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EarthTalk: Toxic household cleaners
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve read that household cleaners contain cancer-causing toxic ingredients. What should I do, then, to keep my house clean but also safe for my kids? --...
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EarthTalk: Aerosol sprays
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the deal nowadays with aerosol spray cans? I thought that the ozone-depleting chemicals used in them were eliminated back in the 1970s. Is this true? If...
Read more...Browse This Week's Classified Ads For Clinton
They're short, potent and can help you move everything from a used treadmill to a 6 bedroom house. Check out our terrific resources for classified ads in and around Clinton,...
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Don’t let fuel costs around Clinton drive you crazy
Lately, going to the gas station to fill up requires a stop beforehand to either take out a second mortgage…or sign over your firstborn (check here for updated gas prices in...
Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms in Clinton, CT, Connecticut Area
Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Clinton and Middlesex County area.
When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing...
Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Clinton, Connecticut
Apple Picking Resource Guide - go Apple picking in Clinton, Connecticut!
Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Clinton, CT area? This is where you...
EarthTalk: The scoop on recycling container lids, tops and caps
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Everyone knows we should recycle metal, glass and plastic cans and bottles, but what about all the lids, tops and caps? I see people recycling plastic...
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EarthTalk: Do those energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs cause headaches?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Can those energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs that are popular now cause headaches because of the flickering they do? I converted my whole house over...
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EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my oil?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: How often do I really need to change my car’s oil? Conventional wisdom has always put it at every 3,000 miles to prevent engine wear, but isn’t changing oil...
Read more...Governor Rell Signs State Lower Farmington River & Salmon Brook Wild & Scenic Legisl
On May 7, 2008, H.B. 05143 was signed into law by Governor Jodi Rell.The bill expresses the State of Connecticut’s
support of a federal Wild and Scenic designation for the...
EarthTalk: Concerns about plastic: Is Tupperware safe?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I’ve read that plastic bottles are not always safe to reuse over and over as harmful chemicals can leach out into the contents. I’m wondering if the same...
Read more...Connecticut Food Bank August 08 Newsletter
Gov. M. Jodi Rell Announces Care & Share Challenge: On
July 29, at Master's Manna, a Wallingford food pantry that serves
nearly 700 families, Gov. M. Jodi Rell announced...
EarthTalk: Our next president's environmental agenda
from:EarthTalk
Dear EarthTalk: What are the major environmental issues that our next president, be it Obama or McCain, will have to confront? -- M.B.
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EarthTalk: Pollution, sedentary lifestyles and early puberty
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I heard that children are reaching puberty at earlier ages now and that it may have to do with environmental toxins and even their TV viewing habits. Can you...
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EarthTalk: Energy-hogging TVs
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I need to replace my old TV. Can you tell me which of the latest models is the greenest? I was told that the flat-screen/plasmas are real energy hogs. What do you...
Read more...The (Even Greater) Outdoors: Get Out There!
In an age where we spend our days hooked up to Bluetooths, broadband and Blackberries, spending a little time in Nature is even more important to our sanity.Slowing...
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EarthTalk: Finding green friendly consumer products
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What are the best sources out there for environmentally friendly consumer products? I don’t want to have to drive all over creation for green laundry and other...
2 comments Read more...CFB Happenings
CFB Volunteer Wins Service Award: Pat Jakupkovic of Stratford has been selected as the winner of the 2008 BJ's Wholesale Club Community Hero Award. Pat is a member of...
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