AREAWIDE -- Republican State Senator Art Linares of Westbrook was re-elected for a third term Tuesday , defeating his Democratic challenger, Essex First Selectman Norman Needleman, by a decisive margin in the 12- town 33rd District. Linares, 28, carried at least six district towns, including Clinton, East Haddam, East Hampton, Portland, Old Saybrook, and … [Read more...] about Republican Sen. Art Linares Wins Third Term in 33rd District
Republican State Sen. Linares, Democratic Challenger Needleman Spar in 33rd Senate District Debate
Republican State Senator Art Linares of Westbrook and his Democratic challenger, Essex First Selectman Norman Needleman, sparred Monday in a public debate for the 33rd Senate District contest. More than 150 voters from the 12 district towns turned out for the 90-minute debate held in the auditorium at Valley Regional High School in Deep River, with the question of which … [Read more...] about Republican State Sen. Linares, Democratic Challenger Needleman Spar in 33rd Senate District Debate
Hundreds Join Elected Officials to Oppose Possible Amtrak Railroad Bypass
A crowd of more than 500 area residents turned out Wednesday to join elected officials in opposing a possible Amtrak railroad bypass project that would run from Old Saybrook through southeastern Connecticut to Kenyon, R.I. The auditorium at Lyme-Old Lyme High School was packed to capacity for a public session with representatives of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). … [Read more...] about Hundreds Join Elected Officials to Oppose Possible Amtrak Railroad Bypass
Republicans Nominate Art Linares for Third Term in 33rd Senate District
Republicans Tuesday nominated incumbent State Senator Art Linares of Westbrook for a third term in the 12-town 33rd Senate District. Linares was the unanimous choice of about 45 delegates and alternates gathered for the nominating convention at the Old Town Hall in East Haddam. Linares is facing a challenge in the Nov. 8 vote from Democratic First Selectman Norman … [Read more...] about Republicans Nominate Art Linares for Third Term in 33rd Senate District
Hundreds Vigil for Late First Selectman Richard Smith, Selectmen to Meet Thursday to Discuss Succession
Candles are lit in honor of Dick Smith's “… remarkable legacy to service, commitment, and dedication to the people of Deep River.” (Angus McDonald Jr.) Photo by Kim Tyler. DEEP RIVER — The town showed its affection and appreciation for the late First Selectman Richard H. “Smitty” Smith Monday as hundreds gathered at sunset around town hall in a vigil for the longtime … [Read more...] about Hundreds Vigil for Late First Selectman Richard Smith, Selectmen to Meet Thursday to Discuss Succession
Essex Zoning Commission Continues Hearings on Cumberland Farms Rebuild, Plains Rd. Apartments to April 18
ESSEX — The zoning commission has continued to April 18 the public hearings on separate applications for a rebuild and expansion of the Cumberland Farms store at 82 Main St. in the Centerbrook section, and a 52-unit apartment complex with an affordable housing component on Plains Rd. Both applicants agreed at public hearings Monday to extend the legal deadline for closure of … [Read more...] about Essex Zoning Commission Continues Hearings on Cumberland Farms Rebuild, Plains Rd. Apartments to April 18
Chester Opposition Delays Vote on Proposed School District Full Regionalization Plan
REGION 4 — Plans for a three-town referendum vote on a proposed kindergarten-sixth grade regionalization plan have been pushed back after a meeting Monday between district and town leaders brought information about a possible new option for dividing elementary education costs among the three towns, and highlighted opposition to the current regionalization plan from elected … [Read more...] about Chester Opposition Delays Vote on Proposed School District Full Regionalization Plan
Democrat Lomme Wins Second Term by 266 Votes for Nine-Town Judge of Probate
The contest for regional judge of probate was a replay of 2010, only closer, with Democratic Judge of Probate Terrance Lomme of Essex winning a second term over Republican challenger Anselmo Delia of Clinton. The unofficial result was Lomme-12,895, Delia-12,635. The results from the nine towns in the district, which include the Town of Lyme, were similar to the contest … [Read more...] about Democrat Lomme Wins Second Term by 266 Votes for Nine-Town Judge of Probate
33rd Senate Candidates Face Off at Final Debate in Clinton
CLINTON--- The three candidates for the 33rd Senate District seat faced off in a final campaign debate at Morgan High School in Clinton Thursday, with the sharpest exchanges coming during the final minutes of the one hour session. About 100 voters turned out for the debate that was organized by students in the school's current issues class, with students posing questions and … [Read more...] about 33rd Senate Candidates Face Off at Final Debate in Clinton
Linares, Bjornberg to Meet in Final 33rd District Debate Tonight
Republican State Senator Art Linares has committed to participating in a final 33rd Senate District debate on Oct. 23 at Morgan High School in Clinton after skipping a session held Tuesday at Haddam-Killingworth High School amid disagreements with the sponsor and moderator for the session. Linares announced his willingness to participate in the Thursday, Oct. 23 debate, set … [Read more...] about Linares, Bjornberg to Meet in Final 33rd District Debate Tonight
33rd District Senate Candidates Hold Lively Debate at Valley Regional High School
The three candidates in the 12-town 33rd State Senate District, one-term incumbent Republican Sen. Art Linares, Democratic challenger Emily Bjornberg, and Green Party candidate Colin Bennett, held a lively debate Tuesday that covered the economy and taxes, along with social issues such as reproductive rights and possible right-to-die legislation. A crowd of more than 100 … [Read more...] about 33rd District Senate Candidates Hold Lively Debate at Valley Regional High School
33rd Senate Candidates Clash Over Task Force Appointment in Campaign Debate
OLD LYME--- A legislative appointment to a state task force on children's jewelry was the focus of the sharpest exchange Tuesday as three candidates for the 12-town 33rd State Senate District seat faced off in the first campaign debate. Republican State senator Art Linares of Westbrook, Democratic challenger Emily Bjornberg of Lyme, and Green Party nominee Colin Bennett of … [Read more...] about 33rd Senate Candidates Clash Over Task Force Appointment in Campaign Debate
State House Candidates Stone, Carney Debate Tonight in Old Lyme, 7pm; Also, State Senate Candidates Linares, Bjornberg at 8pm
Republic State Senators Art Linares and Democratic challenger Emily Bjornberg have agreed to at least three public debates for their election contest in the 12-town 33rd Senate district, though Bjornberg is calling for at least one more face-off to be held in one of the northern towns of the district. In a separate campaign development, Colin Bennett of Westbrook has been … [Read more...] about State House Candidates Stone, Carney Debate Tonight in Old Lyme, 7pm; Also, State Senate Candidates Linares, Bjornberg at 8pm
Essex Town Meeting Gives Unanimous Approval for $200,000 Contribution to Preserve Land Purchase
ESSEX— Voters at a town meeting Wednesday gave unanimous approval for a $200,000 appropriation as the town's contribution for purchase of the 70-acre portion of the Preserve property in Essex. More than 100 residents turned out for the meeting in the town hall auditorium, with a round of applause following approval of the funding on a voice vote without discussion. First … [Read more...] about Essex Town Meeting Gives Unanimous Approval for $200,000 Contribution to Preserve Land Purchase
Old Saybrook Voters Give Overwhelming Approval for $3 Million in Bonding for Preserve Land Purchase
Voters Tuesday gave overwhelming approval for $3 million in bonding for the town's share of a planned $8 million purchase of the Preserve property, described as the “1,000 acre forest.” The bonding for the 930 acres located in Old Saybrook was approved on a 2,002 - 242 vote in an eight-hour referendum. About 20 percent of the town's 7,361 registered voters turned out for the … [Read more...] about Old Saybrook Voters Give Overwhelming Approval for $3 Million in Bonding for Preserve Land Purchase