Gov. Malloy defends new campaign finance law

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy today (June 19) released the following statement regarding signing new campaign finance legislation into law:

“Today, I signed into law a bill (Public Act 13-180) that will vastly increase disclosure requirements for independent campaign expenditures.

As the first candidate for governor elected under the state’s public financing system, I am deeply committed to the principle that the people of Connecticut have a right to know who’s paying for the advertisements and other expenditures that are designed to sway public opinion prior to an election. This bill does that.

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Health screenings in Hebron at senior center

The health screenings on June 20 in Hebron include taking blood pressure measurements, cholesterol and blood glucose screenings, foot care and removal of ear wax.

On Thursday, June 20 VNA East will offer health screenings for adults from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.  at the Russell Mercier Senior Center at 14 Stonecroft Drive in Hebron.

This includes taking blood pressure measurements, cholesterol and blood glucose screenings, information about foot care and removal of ear wax.

The blood pressure measurement is free, but other services have a small fee.

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DMV online feature calculates your time in line

Connecticut drivers who need to make a visit to the Department of Motor Vehicles can now check online with a laptop or desk computer, Smart Phone or tablet to view estimated wait times before heading to any of the DMV’s major service offices around the state.

Press Release

Connecticut drivers who need to make a visit to the Department of Motor Vehicles can now check online with a laptop or desk computer, Smart Phone or tablet to view estimated wait times before heading to any of the DMV’s major service offices around the state.

The new wait-time link can be found at ct.gov/dmv

It shows the waiting times that start after someone receives a numbered ticket that puts them in a queue for a certain service.

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Knock, knock – it’s the tax inspector

Staff from the Town of Hebron assessor’s office will be conducting field inspects now through July 31, 2013. Anyone who has taken out a building permit since Oct. 1, 2012 or who has an outstanding building permit for unfinished construction can expect an in-person inspection.

Press Release

Staff from the Town of Hebron assessor’s office will be conducting field inspects now through July 31, 2013. Anyone who has taken out a building permit since Oct. 1, 2012 or who has an outstanding building permit for unfinished construction can expect an in-person inspection.

The inspector’s vehicle will be marked Assessor’s Office and the staff member will be wearing an identification tag.

If you’re not at home, a notice will be left stating that staff visited your property.

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Summer hours at the Hebron transfer station

The Hebron transfer station’s summer hours are now in effect.
They are:
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays
Questions?  Please call the Hebron Public Works Dept. during office hours at 860-228-2871.
Posted June 16, 2013

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Attention Hebron residents – get involved in your town’s government

There are a number of openings on boards and commissions in Hebron and therefore, several opportunities for you to become involved in town government.

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There are a number of openings on boards and commissions in Hebron and therefore, several opportunities for you to become involved in town government.

There are currently vacancies for regular members on the:

• Conservation Commission

• Economic Development Commission

• Historic Properties Commission

• Public Building Committee

• Water Pollution Control Authority

• Housing Authority

There also are vacancies to be filled for alternate members on the Zoning Board of Appeals and the Economic Development Commission.

And the Charter Revision Commission has four seats still open.

If you’re interested in any of these seats, and are a registered voter and resident of Hebron, please send a letter of interest to: Hebron Town Manager, 15 Gilead St., Hebron CT 06428.

Questions?  Please call town offices at 860-228-5971 during office hours.

Posted June 15, 2013

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Eastern CT State University Class of 2013 – Congrats to Hebron graduates

At Eastern Connecticut State University’s 123rd Commencement exercises 1,256 undergraduates and 41 graduate students heard the roars and cheers of thousands of their family members and friends as they celebrated their achievements.
2013 Commencement exercises were held at the XL Center in Hartford, CT. Contributed photo.

Edited by Brenda Sullivan | HTNP News

At Eastern Connecticut State University’s 123^rd Commencement exercises 1,256 undergraduates and 41 graduate students heard the roars and cheers of thousands of their family members and friends as they celebrated their achievements.

Commencement exercises were held at the XL Center in Hartford, CT on May 14.

Carlotta Walls LaNier, the youngest member of the “Little Rock Nine,” gave the Commencement address.

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Flags half staff for Peace Officers Memorial Day

Peace Officers Memorial in Florida. National Peace Officers Memorial Day is observed annually and corresponds with Police Week.

Press Release

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has directed that U.S. and Connecticut flags be flown at half-staff today (May 15, 2013) in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day.

National Peace Officers Memorial Day is observed annually and corresponds with Police Week.

“National Peace Officers Memorial Day is an opportunity to honor the service of our brave men and women in law enforcement,” said Gov. Malloy.

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Moment of silence April 22 for victims of Boston bombings

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, following a request by Massachusetts Gov. Deval L. Patrick, asks Connecticut residents to observe a moment of silence at 2:50 p.m. today (Monday, April 22) in recognition of the victims of the bombing at the Boston Marathon last week.

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, following a request by Massachusetts Gov. Deval L. Patrick, asks Connecticut residents to observe a moment of silence at 2:50 p.m. today (Monday, April 22) in recognition of the victims of the bombing at the Boston Marathon last week.

“I’ve directed state agencies to join Massachusetts in a moment of silence at 2:50 today, and am encouraging Connecticut residents to do the same,” Gov. Malloy said.

“We thank law enforcement and first responders for their actions at the marathon and in the days that followed. Our thoughts remain with the victims of this senseless tragedy and the families mourning the loss of their loved ones,” he said.

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Fishing season opens – get info here about where to fish in Connecticut

Approximately 381,000 trout have already been released this spring into 102 lakes and ponds and 200 rivers and streams throughout Connecticut and are awaiting Opening Day anglers. Photo courtesy of CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) 2013.

Opening day of the Trout Fishing Season is Saturday, April 20 and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has the state’s rivers, streams, lakes and ponds stocked and ready.

Approximately 381,000 trout have already been released this spring into 102 lakes and ponds and 200 rivers and streams throughout Connecticut and are awaiting Opening Day anglers.

DEEP’s spring trout-stocking effort began in early March and will continue through the end of May. When spring stocking is completed, DEEP expects to have stocked about 630,000 trout.

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