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Leadership Greater Hartford Announces First 2026 “Leaders in Focus” Event Featuring Playwright Jacques Lamarre
Leadership Greater Hartford (LGH) invites the community to the first event in its 2026 Leaders in Focus series, featuring acclaimed Connecticut playwright Jacques Lamarre, writer of the new world premiere production Circus Fire, produced by TheaterWorks Hartford.
Donald Allan, Jr. Named United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s Community Service Award; Women’s League Receives the Inaugural Onward860 Champion Award
Donald Allan, Jr., Executive Chair of Stanley Black & Decker, was honored with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s 2025 Community Service Award, its highest volunteer honor. In addition, Women’s League Child Development Center received the inaugural Onward860 Champion Award.
CTWM Launches “In Good Company” Podcast to Explore the Realities of Business Ownership
Connecticut Wealth Management (CTWM), a leading wealth management and financial planning firm, is proud to announce the launch of its new podcast, In Good Company, hosted by CTWM co-founders Kevin Leahy and Denis Horrigan.
Hartford Public Library’s Digital Library Lab Partners with City of Hartford on Major Document Digitization Project
The Digital Library Lab at Hartford Public Library (DLL@HPL) announced that it has added the City of Hartford as its newest client, launching an extensive document digitization project that will preserve and modernize access to important municipal records.
Delta Dental of New Jersey Foundation Awards $2.27 Million in SMILE Workforce Grants to Expand Dental Career Pathways Across New Jersey and Connecticut
The Delta Dental of New Jersey Foundation announced it is awarding $2.27 million in SMILE Workforce Grants in 2026 to support the pipeline of dental assistants and hygienists in New Jersey and Connecticut.
Homeowners Seeking Septic System Improvements Have a Flexible Financing Option from Connecticut Green Bank
The Connecticut Green Bank is pleased to announce a new resource for homeowners facing costly or unexpected septic system repairs or replacement.
Connecticut Health Council Hosts Federal Innovation Site Visit Showcasing State Leadership in Health Technology, Workforce, and Care Transformation
The Connecticut Health Council (CHC) hosted a high-level Federal Innovation Site Visit from February 16–18, welcoming senior federal leadership to experience firsthand how Connecticut is advancing health care delivery, workforce innovation, digital transformation, and public-private collaboration.
Saint Francis Hospital Receives Grant from The Cigna Group Foundation to Advance Health Equity and Access
Saint Francis Hospital has been awarded a $250K grant through The Cigna Group Health Equity Impact Fund by The Cigna Group Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Cigna Group.
Horizons at Westminster Educator Wins Teacher of the Year
Horizons at Westminster proudly announces that kindergarten teacher Yasmin Goodley has been named the 2026 Lyn McNaught Teacher of the Year by Horizons National.
AI Isn’t Coming; It’s Already Here
The CT Health AI Collaborative & The City of Hartford Invite You to an AI & Workforce Readiness Event on March 18.
Hospital for Special Care Announces Appointment of R. Moses Vargas, Esq. as Chief Legal Officer and Vice President of Government Affairs
Hospital for Special Care (HFSC) has appointed R. Moses Vargas, Esq. as Chief Legal Officer and Vice President of Government Affairs.
Irene Bassock is Named Chair of United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s Board of Directors
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is pleased to announce that Irene Bassock has been named Chair of its Board of Directors.
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.