News for Community

Thursday, September 10, 2026
Cromwell Martial Arts, located at 871 Newfield st. in Middletown since 2001, has re-located to 75 Berlin Rd in Cromwell as of September 1, 2026. The martial arts school originated in Cromwell in 1993 before moving to Middletown in 2001. Cromwell Martial Arts offers classes for adults and children in Kenpo Karate, Modern Arnis, Okinawan weapons, and self-defense. Cromwell Martial Arts is owned ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Community, Press Release
Wednesday, September 09, 2026
INTERNET DELIVERED TO YOUR DOORSTEP WITHIN HOURS: XFINITY LAUNCHES SAME-DAY WIFI ACROSS CONNECTICUT   Same-Day WiFi with the Xfinity Gateway - Delivering Multi-Gig Speeds, Powering Hundreds of Devices, Cybersecurity and Parental Controlsin Connecticut   Simple Sign-Up, Flexible Delivery, and Instant Connection All in One Day   Key takeaways: Comcast’s Connecticut Xfinity customers can now ...read more
Categories: Community, General News Article, Press Release, Economic, Human Interest
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Comcast Launches Xfinity Shield, Redefining Intelligent Home Protection   First-of-its-kind platform transforms Xfinity WiFi into an always-on layer of cybersecurity, physical and family protection for tens of millions of homes and devices    Available to Xfinity Internet customers at no additional cost   Key Takeaways:  ·                     Xfinity Shield is the first-if-its-kind ...read more
Categories: Human Interest, Press Release, Community, General News Article, Economic
Friday, August 14, 2026
Multiple Pullman & Comley attorneys and litigation practice areas will be honored at ALM’s 2026 New England Legal Awards on Oct. 8 at The Westin Copley Place in Boston. The New England Legal Awards celebrate professional excellence within the legal community across Connecticut, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, honoring outstanding contributions and achievements of ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, August 04, 2026
Middlesex County sits in the middle of Connecticut, a string of small towns and small cities along the Connecticut River where a great deal of the local economy runs on trades and home-service businesses — the plumbers, electricians, landscapers, HVAC and remodeling companies that keep the county's homes and businesses running. For those companies, being seen locally is most of the marketing ...read more
Categories: Press Release, Community, Chamber, General News Article
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
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
Categories: Community, Press Release
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, 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
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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
Categories: Chamber, Community, General News Article, Press Release
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
Categories: Press Release, Community
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
Categories: Chamber, Community, Economic, General News Article, Press Release
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
Categories: Press Release, Community
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
Categories: Press Release, Community, Chamber, Economic, Human Interest, General News Article
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, November 05, 2025
8 Core components you should require from your Managed IT Services partner, listed here in priority order — start at the top and work down as budget allows.Discover How Managed IT Services can Revolutionize Your BusinessManaged IT Services ensures security, compliance, and efficiency at every step. Technology is central to client trust, regulatory compliance, and organizational resilience. For ...read more
Categories: Community, Fun Facts, Education, General News Article
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: Press Release, Community
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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