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Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin, Inc. Provides Additional Support for Wheeler’s Walk With Me Program
Wheeler received a $6,000 grant from the Community Chest of New Britain and Berlin, Inc to support its Walk With Me program in New Britain.
reSET Opens Applications for Spring 2026 Impact Accelerator: Inviting Impact Entrepreneurs into Transformative Growth
reSET, Connecticut's nonprofit entrepreneurial support organization supporting social entrepreneurs, announces that applications are now open for its Spring 2026 Impact Accelerator.
Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Welcomes Thea Montañez to the Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of the Greater Hartford Gives Foundation has announced that Thea Montañez has been appointed to serve on the Board of Directors.
Lynch Toyota in Manchester Goes Solar Using C‑PACE Financing
The Connecticut Green Bank and Lynch Toyota in Manchester are proud to announce the completion of a solar carport installation at the dealership financed through C-PACE.
Connecticut Restaurant Association Announces Major Expansion & Rebrand as the ‘Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association’
The Connecticut Restaurant Association (CRA) officially announced its transformation into the Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association (CRHA).
CT Democracy Center Celebrates Champions of Democracy: Announces Winners of Prestigious Annual Awards
The Connecticut Democracy Center (CTDC) is pleased to announce the recipients of their third annual Connecticut Democracy Center Awards.
Leadership Greater Hartford Expands Executive Orientation Program with Two Cohorts in 2026
Leadership Greater Hartford (LGH) is proud to announce the expansion of its Executive Orientation Program (EOP) in 2026, responding to growing demand from senior leaders new to the Greater Hartford region.
Whittlesey Wins ClearlyRated’s 2026 Best of Accounting® Award for Service Excellence
Whittlesey, the largest Connecticut-based CPA and consulting firm, is proud to announce it has received the 2026 ClearlyRated Best of Accounting® Award for superior client service.
Lisa Shanahan Appointed to Connecticut Green Bank Board of Directors
The Connecticut Green Bank has announced the appointment of Lisa Shanahan to its Board of Directors.
Leadership Greater Hartford Presents 2026 “Lessons in Leadership” Virtual Spring Series
Leadership Greater Hartford (LGH) is pleased to announce its 2026 Lessons in Leadership series, a virtual spring leadership development experience designed to help participants reflect, connect, and grow as values-driven leaders.
The iQuilt Partnership’s Friday Five: Winterfest Wrapped
Winterfest Hartford is officially wrapped for the season, and what a winter it was. Here are five highlights that capture the impact of the 15th season of Winterfest Hartford.
Five of Connecticut’s Top Arts Leaders Take the Stage at University of Saint Joseph
Five influential women shaping Connecticut’s cultural landscape will come together for a high-impact public conversation at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ) on Tuesday, February 17.
Local Children Need Help During Most Extreme Winter in Years
As Connecticut braces for more subzero windchills during one of the coldest—and snowiest—winters in years, The Village for Families & Children is seeking community support to ensure that local children stay safe and warm through its annual #FeelTheLove campaign.
Mental Health Connecticut Releases Second Edition of Winter Wellness Toolkit, Presented by Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union
Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) has released the second edition of its Winter Wellness Toolkit—a free, digital guide designed to help individuals and families navigate the winter season.
Dr. Anthony Jack to Deliver 2026 Pennington Lecture at the Wadsworth
Anthony Jack, Ph.D., a nationally recognized sociologist and leading voice on equity in higher education, will deliver the 2026 Pennington Lecture on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Wadsworth in Hartford.
Robinson+Cole Promotes New Partners and Counsel in Strategic Practices and Markets
Robinson+Cole announced the election of Zhuoyao (Joy) Hui, Kathryn N. Mullin, and Austin G. Provost as Partners, effective January 1, 2026. In addition, eight employees were promoted to Counsel to represent a range of practice areas.
CREC Council Appoints New Executive Director, Desi Nesmith, to Succeed Retiring Executive Director Greg Florio
The Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) is proud to announce the appointment of Desi Nesmith as its next Executive Director, effective February 1, 2026.
Jeffrey A. Flaks recognized as Press Ganey’s HX26 Innovator of the Year
Press Ganey, the leading provider of experience measurement, data analytics, and AI-powered insights for health systems and health plans, has announced that Jeffrey A. Flaks, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hartford HealthCare, has been named the inaugural HX26 Innovator of the Year.
Hartford Public Library Names New Digital Library Lab Manager
Hartford Public Library (HPL) announced that Leon Ha has been named Manager of its Digital Library Lab (DLL@HPL).
Connecticut’s Energy Storage Solutions Program Adopts New Performance-Based Framework to Deliver Greater Value for Ratepayers and Customers
The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) recently announced significant updates to the Energy Storage Solutions Program making a major shift toward a higher pay-for-performance model designed to maximize grid benefits and protect ratepayer investments.