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Ribbon cutting ceremony at Cornerstone Medical Training Center’s new Stratford location, with founders, local officials, and attendees gathered outside the facility celebrating the opening.
Stratford

Cornerstone Medical Training Center Opens New Stratford Location

Mar 23, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

STRATFORD, CT — Cornerstone Medical Training Center (CMTC) officially celebrated the opening of its new Stratford location with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, March 20, marking a major expansion for the growing healthcare training school. Founded in 2023 by Registered Nurse Peggy Colas and her husband Shanoy Dixon, CMTC has quickly established itself as a hands-on, career-focused training center preparing students for immediate entry into the medical workforce. The new facility, located at 999 Oronoque Lane, significantly expands their ability to meet the increasing demand for healthcare professionals across the region. The Stratford location is approximately six times larger than their original Fairfield site and features multiple classrooms and dedicated training space. With the added capacity, CMTC plans to…

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COMMITTEE PASSES BLUMENTHAL’S BILL TO EXPAND RESEARCH FOR CHILDREN OF TOXIC-EXPOSED VETERANS

Mar 22, 2026 Alex

Blumenthal bills, including measures to support children of toxic-exposed veterans and veterans who swore secrecy oaths, unanimously pass the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – The Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee today unanimously passed three veterans’ bills authored by Ranking Member Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), including his Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act—legislation to expand research on birth defects among descendants of toxic-exposed veterans. “Almost every member of this Committee has had a part in one way or another in one or more of these bills…I want to say a particular thanks to Senator Murray, who has worked with me on the Molly Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans [Act], which requires research on the health effects…

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Mugshot of Matthew Patterson related to a Norwalk financial crimes investigation.
Norwalk

Norwalk Detectives Arrest Suspect in Financial Crimes Investigation

Mar 21, 2026 Alex

In October 2025, the Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau began a financial crimes investigation involving a company that was the victim of a business email compromise scam. The scam caused changes in bank wiring instructions and the diversion of a large sum of money to a bank in Washington rather than to the contractor's bank account. Through a lengthy investigation, multiple search and seizure warrants, and working closely with the contractor and multiple banks, a suspect was identified as Matthew Patterson. The majority of the funds were frozen, seized, and returned. An arrest warrant was obtained for Matthew Patterson. Patterson had multiple addresses around the country as well as an Oregon driver's license. Patterson was ultimately located in upstate New…

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BLUMENTHAL & TRAN INTRODUCE BILL TO PROTECT VETERANS’ DISABILITY BENEFITS

Mar 21, 2026 Alex

Lawmakers’ Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection Act will ensure veterans who take medication for their service-connected disability receive their full benefits [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Derek Tran (D-CA) introduced the Carlton H. Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection Act—legislation to protect veterans’ disability benefits following an attempt from the Trump Administration to reduce benefits for veterans who rely on medications to manage their service-connected disabilities. Their legislation would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to award compensation benefits based on the true severity of veterans’ disabilities, particularly when evidence indicates claimed disabilities are more severe during fare ups or without the use of medication. “Veterans should never have to choose between taking life-improving medication or losing their earned…

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Bridgeport Interim Superintendent Royce Avery speaking about proposed state funding for schools.
Bridgeport

Statement from Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery on Proposed State Funding for Schools

Mar 20, 2026 Alex

Redirecting between $100 million and $150 million in state funding to local school districts by scaling back the rebate program is a significant step in the right direction for our students and our community. The strong focus on increasing education funding is meaningful, appreciated, and reflects a clear recognition of the needs facing our schools. For districts like Bridgeport, additional funding means more direct support in our classrooms, stronger academic programs, and a greater ability to meet the needs of every student we serve. It helps us continue the important work already underway and strengthens our ability to provide students with the opportunities they deserve. We are sincerely grateful to House Speaker Matthew Ritter, State Representative Christopher Rosario, and members…

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