Norwalk City Hall moving to limited staff and services amidst COVID-19 pandemic
Changes become effective Monday, March 16 through at least Friday, March 27, 2020

Beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, Norwalk City Hall will operate with limited staff and scaled-back services amidst the growing COVID-19 novel coronavirus outbreak. Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling made the decision today, Thursday, March 12, 2020, in order to protect the health and safety of the public and City staff, while maintaining core government functions. A majority of Board and Commission meetings over the next two weeks will also be canceled, or moved to teleconference.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 6:02:47 PM

Wilton Library’s drive thru window keeps people rolling
Given the Town of Wilton’s current health advisories, Wilton Library will remain closed through Sunday, March 15. During this time, library custodial staff will perform systematic deep cleaning of all surfaces using CDC recommended guidelines. These cleaning procedures will be maintained for the foreseeable future.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 5:46:24 PM

Mystic Seaport Museum to Close Temporarily March 13
Mystic Seaport Museum announced today it is temporarily closing to the public beginning tomorrow, March 13, to support the State of Connecticut’s efforts to stem the outbreak of COVID-19. All programs, classes, and events during that period are also cancelled. The Museum anticipates reopening March 30, subject to further evaluation of the situation.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 5:43:22 PM

SilverSource Announces Updated Measures to Ensure Stamford’s Senior Population Continues to Be Supported During Coronavirus Outbreak
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In response to the growing concerns over the spread of COVID19, SilverSource, the nonprofit agency that serves the greater Stamford senior community, has announced immediate updates to its programs and services to ensure the safety of its employees and clients.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 4:11:10 PM

Stamford Public Schools Announces All Schools Will Be Closed March 13 through March 27
Stamford Public Schools (SPS) announced today that all schools will be closed to students beginning Friday, March 12, 2020, through, at least, Friday, March 27, 2020, in light of ongoing COVID-19 concerns.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 3:50:02 PM

WCSU adopts online learning, closes residence halls in response to COVID-19
Western Connecticut State University has enacted the following plan in response to the Novel Coronavirus: More
Mar 12, 2020 - 3:41:07 PM

Lamont provides update on CT's coronavirus response efforts
As the State of Connecticut continues to respond to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates to the residents of Connecticut as of 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2020:
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Mar 12, 2020 - 3:23:35 PM

Sen. Leone Releases Statement Following First Confirmed Case of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Stamford
Today, state Senator Carlo Leone (D-Stamford) released the following statement regarding news of the first confirmed case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Stamford.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 3:18:48 PM

City: First Case of COVID-19 in Stamford Followed All Precautionary Measures
On March 10th a Stamford resident who returned from international travel was preemptively isolated at Stamford Hospital. On the late evening of March 11th the resident tested positive for COVID-19 (commonly referred to as “the coronavirus”). This is the first reported case of COVID-19 among Stamford residents. This infection was not contracted in the United States or Stamford.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 3:15:06 PM

Tech repair franchise uBreakiFix opens Stamford location
Industry-leading tech repair franchise uBreakiFix is now open at 123 High Ridge Road, fixing smartphones, tablets, computers, and other electronic devices.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 12:16:34 AM

Sound Tigers 4, Marlies 1
Kieffer Bellows and Travis St. Denis each scored twice on Wednesday to help the Bridgeport Sound Tigers (23-33-5-2), American Hockey League affiliate of the New York Islanders, earn a 4-1 win against the Toronto Marlies at Webster Bank Arena. Christopher Gibson also tied a season high with 44 saves to backstop the win, Bridgeport’s second in a row.
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Mar 12, 2020 - 12:11:11 AM

Providence Bruins 3, Hartford Wolf Pack 1
Paul Carey scored twice, and Jakub Zboril had a goal and an assist, Wednesday night at the XL Center, as the Providence Bruins extended a winning streak to 12 games with a 3-1 victory over the Hartford Wolf Pack.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 10:34:56 PM

CT governor provides update on state's coronavirus preparedness and response efforts
As the State of Connecticut continues to ramp up its preparedness and response efforts amid the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates to the residents of Connecticut as of 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, 2020:
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Mar 11, 2020 - 8:57:14 PM

City of New Haven to Close School due to Suspected Case of COVID-19
Today New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker, City Officials—Health Director Maritza Bond and Community Services Administrator Dr. Mehul Dalal—and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Ilene Tracy will announce the closing of the Nathan Hale School on Thurday March 12, 2020 and Friday March 13, 2020 due to an adult suspected of having COVID-19 being in limited contact with the school facility and a student under their care attending the school.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 8:51:41 PM

Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum cancels some March and April events
The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in Norwalk announced that it is cancelling a few events in March and April due to coronavirus concerns. More
Mar 11, 2020 - 8:43:21 PM

Bridgeport Mayor Ganim announces all city senior centers to close
Bridgeport Mayor Ganim announced today that all city Senior Centers will close until further notice out of an abundance of caution to prevent seniors and our older population from contracting and suffering severe effects of the Coronavirus.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 8:35:52 PM

CT AG Tong releases guidance on price gouging enforcement
Attorney General William Tong on Tuesday released the following statement and guidance on price gouging enforcement after Gov. Ned Lamont declared civil preparedness and public health emergencies in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 1:56:35 AM

Hartford Wolf Pack Community Foundation issues grant funding
Hartford Wolf Pack Community Foundation, Inc. president, and Wolf Pack assistant general manager, Pat Boller announced today that the Wolf Pack Community Foundation has issued six separate grants, totaling $35,000 in funding, to six Connecticut non-profit entities.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 1:53:25 AM

Stamford Symphony cancels March 21 & 22, 2020 concerts
Russell Jones, President and CEO has announced that the concerts on March 21 & 22, 2020 will be cancelled. Stamford Symphony puts the utmost priority on the health and safety of all its audience, musicians and staff. Over the past weeks, the Symphony has been continually monitoring the evolving situation regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus) via local and national updates including the City of Stamford, the Connecticut Department of Public Health, the NY State Health Department, and the CDC.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 1:48:56 AM

Stamford Public Schools Announces Cancelation of Any Event Expected to Draw a Crowd of More Than 100
Stamford Public Schools (SPS) announced, effective March 11, 2020, in keeping with the recommendations from the State of Connecticut, all SPS-sponsored events that are expected to draw a crowd of more than 100 people are canceled.
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Mar 11, 2020 - 1:44:19 AM

Lamont provides update on CT's coronavirus preparedness and response efforts
As the State of Connecticut continues to ramp up its preparedness and response efforts amid the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates to the residents of Connecticut as of 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2020:
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Mar 10, 2020 - 4:37:14 PM

Hershey Bears 4, Hartford Wolf Pack 1
The Hershey Bears completed a sweep of a two-game set with the Hartford Wolf Pack Saturday night, defeating the Wolf Pack by a score of 4-1 at the XL Center.
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Mar 8, 2020 - 7:47:29 AM

Penguins 5, Sound Tigers 2
The Bridgeport Sound Tigers (21-33-5-2), American Hockey League affiliate of the New York Islanders, ended their season series against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (28-25-3-5) with a 5-2 loss at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza on Saturday.
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Mar 8, 2020 - 7:43:51 AM

Lamont: CT launches coronavirus infoline for general questions from the public
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Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut is partnering with United Way of Connecticut to launch an information hotline for questions from the public regarding issues related to the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). People who have questions can call 2-1-1 or text “CTCOVID” to 898211.
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Mar 7, 2020 - 4:42:46 PM

First coronavirus case reported in Connecticut
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Connecticut Governor Lamont issued a statement Friday evening following the reports of the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Connecticut. The person, who tested positive, is reported to be an employee of Danbury and Norwalk hospitals and is a Westchester County, New York resident.
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Mar 7, 2020 - 8:47:24 AM

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