Blumenthal and Pappas Introduce Bill To Crack Down On Claims Sharks Targeting Veterans

BLUMENTHAL & PAPPAS INTRODUCE BILL TO CRACK DOWN ON CLAIMS SHARKS SCAMMING VETERANS The SAFEGUARD Veterans Act would strengthen VA’s ability to combat predatory companies targeting veterans’ benefits [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and U.S. Representative Chris Pappas (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, today introduced legislation to hold claims sharks and other predatory actors accountable for exploiting veterans’ and survivors’ earned benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The lawmakers’ Stopping Abuse, Fraud, and Exploitation by Governing Unaccredited Representatives Defrauding (SAFEGUARD) Veterans Act would clarify that only accredited individuals can assist veterans with VA benefit claims. And it…

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Man Suffers Neck Laceration in Reported Knife Assault on Bridgeport’s East Side

Bridgeport Police are investigating a reported knife assault that occurred in the area of Donald Court and Eckart Street. At approximately 8:47 a.m., officers responded after a man reported being assaulted by a woman armed with a knife. The victim suffered a non-life-threatening laceration to the neck. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Police said no additional information is available at this time.

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Governor Lamont Signs Law Creating Youth Social Media Protections, AI Regulations, and Workforce Training Initiatives

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed into law a multi-pronged, bipartisan piece of legislation that will work to protect Connecticut children and adults from some of the harms associated with recent advancements in the digital age, like youth social media addiction and concerns over the growing use of artificial intelligence. The bill also establishes workforce training initiatives to ensure the state’s workers are prepared with the advanced tools needed to compete for high-quality tech jobs in the modern world. The legislation, Public Act 26-15, was written as a collaborative effort between Governor Lamont, Attorney General William Tong, and State Senator James Maroney (D-Milford), co-chair of the legislature’s General Law committee. The officials said that…

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Stratford’s Paradise Green Farmers Market Opens June 22

Stratford’s Paradise Green Farmers Market Returns June 22 Stratford, Connecticut (May 29, 2026) — Stratford’s beloved Paradise Green Farmers Market returns for another vibrant season, opening Monday, June 22, and continuing every Monday from 2–6 p.m. through October at 121 Huntington Road, Stratford, CT. Held on the lawn of Paradise Green, the weekly market brings together local farmers, producers, and artisans offering fresh fruits and vegetables, bread, cheese, eggs, meat, honey, maple syrup, olive oil, crafts, and more. Residents are encouraged to bring a reusable bag and take part in a community space centered on freshness, connection, and sustainability. Mayor David Chess celebrated the market’s return, stating: “The Paradise Green Farmers Market is an important community tradition, and I’m thrilled…

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