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Connecticut Department of Agriculture announces new agricultural enhancement grants

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) has announced the availability of the 2025 Agricultural Enhancement Grant guidance online.

By Constitution State News | Jan 15, 2025

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2023: Connecticut ranks 38th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $2,477,338

In 2023, Connecticut received $2,477,338 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 38th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

By Constitution State News | Jan 9, 2025

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Hartford man sentenced for gunpoint robberies targeting online marketplace sellers

By Constitution State News | Jan 8, 2025

John Villegas, a 26-year-old Hartford resident also known as "Kirby," has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Sarala V. Nagala handed down the sentence in Hartford for Villegas's involvement in a series of armed...

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Waterbury gang member receives lengthy sentence for violent crimes

By Constitution State News | Jan 7, 2025

Dayquain Sinisterra, also known as "Quan," has been sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for his involvement with the violent Waterbury street gang known as the 960 gang. U.S. District Judge Kari A. Dooley handed down the sentence, which...

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Norwich man indicted on drug distribution and firearm charges

By Constitution State News | Jan 7, 2025

A federal grand jury in New Haven has indicted Javon Morse, a 29-year-old from Norwich, on charges related to cocaine distribution and firearm possession.

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Hartford man sentenced for gun trafficking and drug distribution

By Constitution State News | Jan 3, 2025

Vanessa Roberts Avery, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, has announced that Jacquerie Labronze Gibson, also known as "Compton," aged 44 from Hartford, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison. U.S. District Judge...

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Psychiatrist settles allegations over unnecessary prescriptions with $450K payment

By Constitution State News | Jan 2, 2025

Vanessa Roberts Avery, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, along with other officials, announced that Dr. Naimetulla Ahmed Syed has agreed to a civil settlement involving payment of $455,439.26.

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Connecticut receives 1 EDA grant totaling $1,999,415 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023

By Constitution State News | Dec 28, 2024

Connecticut received one grant totaling $1,999,415 for economic adjustment assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Connecticut receives 3 EDA grants totaling $340,000 for public works in 2023

By Constitution State News | Dec 27, 2024

Connecticut received three grants totaling $340,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Connecticut receives 1 EDA grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023

By Constitution State News | Dec 26, 2024

Connecticut received one grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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Home Care VNA settles false claims allegations with federal and state governments

By Constitution State News | Dec 5, 2024

Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, and William Tong, Connecticut Attorney General, have announced a settlement involving Home Care VNA LLC and its owners.

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Chester man sentenced for embezzling $2 million from Newington business

By Constitution State News | Nov 27, 2024

Evan Bobzin, a 39-year-old resident of Chester, has been sentenced to two years in prison followed by three years of supervised release for his involvement in a $2 million embezzlement scheme.

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Behavioral health provider settles ADA complaint over service animal policy

By Constitution State News | Nov 27, 2024

Vanessa Roberts Avery, the United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced a settlement agreement with Sound Community Services, Inc., a behavioral health provider in New London.

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EDA funds 5 projects to support economic development in Connecticut during 2023

By Constitution State News | Nov 21, 2024

Connecticut ranked 38th in the US after receiving five EDA grants to fund economic development projects in 2023.

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Connecticut inflation rate lower than national average as of October 2024

By Constitution State News | Nov 21, 2024

As of October 2024, Connecticut experienced a 17.7% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.

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VA provides 7% more home purchase loans in Connecticut in Q3

By Constitution State News | Nov 15, 2024

There were 289 VA home purchases in Connecticut in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $116.1 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Drug trafficking operation allegedly run from car dealership leads to thirteen arrests

By Constitution State News | Nov 15, 2024

Thirteen individuals have been arrested following an investigation into a drug trafficking operation allegedly run from a car dealership in New Britain, Connecticut.

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Number of VA loans issued in Connecticut increased by 183.9% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Constitution State News | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 440 home loans in Connecticut, totaling $170.4 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Connecticut in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Constitution State News | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 53 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Connecticut during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 77 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in Connecticut increases from 2022 to 2023

By Constitution State News | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Connecticut in the fiscal year 2023 was $350,771, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.