Photo Credit: Office of Governor Ned Lamont On July 22, I had the privilege to be invited when Pfizer announced the significant progress they have made on a vaccine for COVID-19. Groton Site Director and Senior Vice President John Burkhardt shared that the promising…
Applications for two-year program open until September 8 Leadership’s essential role is amplified during a crisis. Business, government, and nonprofit leaders in eastern CT have stepped up to the challenges presented by COVID-19, navigating impacts across the community. Learning about…
Originally published as a new release on ct.gov photo: A gathering of a significant number of young adults seen recently in Stony Creek. (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Department of Public Health (DPH) Acting Commissioner Dr. Deidre S. Gifford…
On July 14, Senator Richard Blumenthal joined the Chamber and community members for updates on the federal response to COVID-19 and the programs he is working toward implementing in support of healthcare workers, businesses, and education. He covered the defense…
We’ve updated our listings of open businesses, museums, shopping, hotels, and fun venues. Let us know what’s up at your business and provide the best link for up-to-date info—your website or social media. Shop, dine and enjoy our member businesses by bookmarking this…
Restaurants Expand to Indoor Dining in Phase 2 Reopen As the state reopens, restaurants are able to offer more ways for you to enjoy delicious dishes: outdoor, indoor, carry out, or delivery. Follow the link to local restaurants’ websites or…
As we face the challenges of coronavirus as a nation, the local real estate market remains strong and more housing is being developed to house the new labor market moving into the region. We have a lot to offer, especially now…
On July 7, the Chamber hosted Waterford First Selectman Rob Brule and East Lyme State Representative Holly Cheeseman for a teleconference. The elected officials provided updates on the town’s responses to COVID, including action to support small businesses impacted by the crisis….
Guest blog from State of Connecticut The State of Connecticut today launched the “Connecticut Respect” PSA campaign to reinforce practices that will help reduce the spread of COVID-19. The campaign includes spots filmed by Stew Leonard, Southern Connecticut State University…
Connecticut’s Office of Tourism created videos on safety at venues throughout the state, including a number of our members. “So Good to See You, Connecticut” videos feature conversations with Mystic Aquarium, Saybrook Point Inn & Marina, and Whaler’s Inn. Shots…