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Monday, July 27, 2026
GROTON, Conn. – The Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded $608,800 in grants to 119 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island. Inclusive of these donations, the Foundation has awarded $8.1 million in total grants to the community since 1998.  “Strong communities are built when neighbors, organizations, and local businesses come together with a shared commitment to supporting one ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release, Human Interest
Monday, July 27, 2026
Pat Munger Construction Company, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Cal Connelly as Construction Solutions Advisor, a newly established role focused on driving strategic growth and expanding client partnerships.  In this role, Cal works closely with owners, developers, and key decision-makers to guide projects from early planning through execution. He leads needs analysis, helps shape ...read more
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
The law firm of Pullman & Comley is recognized in the areas of Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth Law and Private Wealth Law for Connecticut in the Chambers 2026 High Net Worth Guide, a publication that identifies and ranks the leading legal advisors in private wealth law globally. In addition, Family Law attorney Kelly A. Scott, Tax attorney D. Robert Morris and Trusts and Estates attorney ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
GROTON, Conn. – Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to announce that Gary Miller has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending Department Manager.  In this role, Gary will lead commercial lending initiatives, oversee a portfolio of business relationships, and support the continued growth and success of the Bank’s commercial lending team.  “We’re excited to welcome Gary to Chelsea ...read more
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Monday, July 20, 2026
On Friday, August 21 at 1:00 PM, Vista Life Innovations (Vista) will proudly celebrate the achievements of the Graduating Class of 2026 at a ceremony held at The Katherine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook.  Graduation at Vista is a significant ceremony—celebrating the power of independence, personal success, and belonging. Each student honored has completed Vista’s ...read more
Categories: Education, Community, Press Release
Monday, July 20, 2026
Pat Munger Construction Company, Inc. has been named to the 2026 Metal Construction News Top 100 Metal Builders list, marking its 17th consecutive year on the list.  In this year’s rankings, Munger Construction placed 83rd in steel tonnage and 88th in square footage. The annual list ranks firms based on total tonnage erected and total square footage completed.  “Our continued presence on this ...read more
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Thursday, July 16, 2026
GROTON, Conn. – Chelsea Groton Bank has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Banks for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious recognition is presented in partnership with Statista, a leading global provider of market data and industry rankings. The award list is available on the Forbes website. “We’re honored to be recognized on Forbes’ list of America’s Best-In-State ...read more
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Moving Off Campus? Xfinity Has New Internet Deals Exclusively for University Students  Deal Includes 1 Gig for $50 per Month, Peacock Premium, Same-Day WiFi, and Up to $200 Virtual Prepaid Mastercard  If the WiFi in your off-campus house or apartment needs to survive multiple roommates, late-night study sessions, hours of gaming, streaming your favorite show and everyone on FaceTime at once, ...read more
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Monday, July 13, 2026
GROTON, Conn. – Chelsea Groton Bank has announced the promotion of Richard Balestracci to Chief Lending Officer. Balestracci succeeds Michael Sheahan, who retired after 13 years of dedicated service to the Bank. During his tenure, Sheahan played an instrumental role in shaping Chelsea Groton’s lending strategy and strengthening its position as a trusted financial partner across the ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Friday, July 03, 2026
GROTON, Conn. – Chelsea Groton Bank celebrated 172 years of serving the communities of southeastern Connecticut on July 3. In honor of this milestone and America’s 250th, all Bank team members were invited to select a non-profit organization to be the recipient of a $250 donation from the Chelsea Groton Foundation through the Acts of Kindness program. Through this year’s initiative, $51,000 was ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Friday, June 05, 2026
What Is Adobe Firefly? Adobe Firefly is a family of generative artificial intelligence models focused on creative image and text effect generation. It works by converting text descriptions into visual elements through a simple web interface. The final outputs are high-resolution files that carry full commercial-use clearance for business advertising and marketing. For an independent consulting ...read more
Categories: Chamber, General News Article, Community, Press Release
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Real-time customer data — information captured continuously as your customers interact with your business — is one of the most underleveraged assets in small business today. The evidence for using it is hard to ignore: research aggregated by Impact My Biz shows that data-driven businesses dramatically outperform peers, with 23 times better odds of acquiring customers, 6 times better retention, ...read more
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Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Coordinating group transportation for a Fortune 500 company requires precision, which is exactly why the world's biggest brands trust Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos to move their people.  We know the sheer nightmare of corporate logistics: trying to coordinate arrivals from multiple sprawling airport terminals, navigating dead-locked downtown traffic for massive trade shows, and keeping hundreds ...read more
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Monday, April 06, 2026
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is celebrating 15 years as the leading group transportation provider in the United States! Since we started in 2011, the Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos team has been obsessed with one thing: making it easy for you to find and book the perfect ride for your group. Our success is built on being honest, being fast, and always putting your needs first. With the Price 4 ...read more
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Thursday, March 26, 2026
Email newsletters are one of the highest-return marketing tools a small business can use. Email marketing drives an average ROI of $36 for every $1 spent — higher than any other channel. For Middlesex County businesses competing in a relationship-driven market that stretches across 14 towns, a consistent newsletter keeps you top of mind long after the sale.The Assumption Worth Rethinking: Is ...read more
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Thursday, March 19, 2026
March 19, 2026 — Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos has officially surpassed 4,300 total customer reviews nationwide, marking another major milestone for one of America’s most trusted names in group transportation. Since 2011, Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos has completed more than 50,000 trips, moved over 1,000,000 passengers, built a fleet of more than 12,000 vehicles, and earned the confidence of ...read more
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Friday, March 13, 2026
March 13, 2026 — Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos, America’s largest and highest-rated limousine, party bus and charter bus company, proudly celebrates its 15th year in business! Since 2011, Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos has moved more than 1,000,000 passengers and completed over 50,000 trips, earning the trust of Fortune 500 companies, major universities, professional sports teams, and private ...read more
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Thursday, February 12, 2026
For many small businesses in Middlesex County, the sales pitch is still the deciding moment—when a potential customer either sees clear value or quietly drifts away. Strong offerings lose deals every day not because they’re weak, but because the pitch never fully lands. Learn below about: How clarity outperforms charisma in modern pitching Ways to simplify your story for different buyer ...read more
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Thursday, January 15, 2026
For Immediate Release: Chester, CT: January 15, 2026 – Chapco, Inc., today announced a major expansion with its move to a new 150,000 sqft state of the art manufacturing facility in Deep River, CT. Founded in 1964, Chapco, Inc. has grown to supply advanced fabrication and assemblies to partners across the defense industrial base, medical technology, energy, AI infrastructure, and commercial ...read more
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Business owners across Middlesex County know that their vendors and suppliers aren’t just service providers — they’re strategic partners. Strong relationships with them lead to smoother operations, better pricing, and greater resilience when markets fluctuate.    TL;DR Solid vendor relationships are built on three pillars: clear communication, mutual trust, and consistent ...read more
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025
When a small business experiences rapid growth, the excitement is often matched by chaos. Demand surges, processes strain, and teams scramble to keep up. Yet, with the right structure, systems, and mindset, sudden expansion can be transformed from a threat into a strategic advantage. Below, we explore the tools, frameworks, and governance strategies that help founders scale sustainably without ...read more
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Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Condé Nast Traveler Readers Rate Their Favorite Hotels in the Northeast Old Saybrook, Connecticut (October 14, 2025) — Saybrook Point Resort & Marina is honored to announce its inclusion in the Top 24 Hotels in the Northeast in the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. This esteemed recognition is based on over 757,000 votes cast globally, reflecting the opinions of travelers who ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, October 07, 2025
Running a local business today isn’t just about delivering products or services — it’s about creating smooth, trustworthy experiences for customers, employees, and partners. Yet many organizations still rely on outdated processes that quietly drain resources and erode credibility. This article explores how modernizing day-to-day operations can eliminate hidden costs, introduce simple digital ...read more
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Wednesday, October 01, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEChester, CT – October 1, 2025 – Chapco, Inc., a leader in precision sheet metal fabrication and contract manufacturing solutions since 1964, today announced it has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, the internationally recognized benchmark for Quality Management Systems. As a Connecticut-based manufacturer, serving the Northeast U.S. and beyond, Chapco plays a vital role in ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Press Release
Thursday, August 07, 2025
Design can feel like a closed-door club. Between expensive tools, endless jargon, and the looming threat of “looking amateur,” many small business owners freeze before they even begin. But here’s the secret: you don’t need an art degree to build brand visuals that work. You just need a few clear moves, the right rhythm, and tools that let you think with your hands. This is for the entrepreneurs ...read more
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Friday, June 13, 2025
In a landscape where attention spans are measured in seconds and scrolling is second nature, the need for striking, resonant content has never been more urgent. While many small businesses still default to copy-heavy promotions or generic stock images, the brands that rise above the din do so with stories told through pictures, videos, and design. Visual storytelling isn't just decoration—it’s ...read more
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Monday, May 05, 2025
Getting a business off the ground is one kind of challenge. Keeping it alive is another. But figuring out how to grow—how to do it smartly, sustainably, and without selling out the soul of the thing—is where strategy separates itself from noise. Growth, in truth, doesn’t follow a formula. It’s a blend of experimentation, timing, instinct, and the right moves at the right stage. Here’s what smart ...read more
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Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Starting a trucking business is more than just hitting the open road; it’s about crafting a venture that balances freedom with financial success. The trucking industry offers vast opportunities, but it demands a strategic approach to thrive. From understanding regulatory requirements to making informed financial decisions, each step is crucial. This article delves into the essential strategies ...read more
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