Durham Government Roundup: Fire Hose Money, Town Board Elections
Durham voters approved up to $12,720 for new fire hose at the Monday, Oct. 5, town meeting and filled library and school finance seats; selectmen had a full agenda.
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Population 7,388
County Middlesex
ZIP Code 06422
Established 1708
Area 25.0 sq mi
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Connecticut Officials in New Haven Urge Withdrawal of Head Start Rule
Connecticut served 4,847 children and 46 pregnant women through 22 Head Start programs in 2024-25. State leaders urged withdrawal of a proposed federal rule.
CTtransit Halves Fares for Veterans and Youth Statewide
CTtransit’s new statewide discount gives veterans and riders ages 5–18 half-price local and CTfastrak fares, with youth 31-day passes priced at $30.60.
Connecticut's ICE Limits Take Effect as More Than 100 Rally in Meriden
More than 100 people rallied across the street from the Meriden courthouse Oct. 1, as a state law requiring judicial warrants for civil immigration arrests at schools, hospitals and houses of worship took effect.
Connecticut's Stricter Left-Lane Law Is in Effect; Violators Face $88 Fine
Connecticut's stricter left-lane law took effect Oct. 1. Drivers who stay in the passing lane on multi-lane highways without passing can face an $88 fine.
Durham Voters to Decide on $12,720 Fire Hose Funding Monday
At Durham’s Oct. 5 annual town meeting, voters will consider shifting up to $12,720 for fire hoses and electing members to several town and regional boards.
North Haven, East Haven Lawmakers Push to Pause Connecticut's Gas and Diesel Taxes
Republicans from North Haven and East Haven want Gov. Ned Lamont to call lawmakers back to suspend the 25-cent gas tax and 49.9-cent diesel tax through Dec. 31. Lamont asks how the state would pay for roads and bridges.
Guides
Free Thanksgiving Meals and Baskets 2026: Where to Sign Up, Town by Town
The first Thanksgiving basket sign-ups close Oct. 31. Where to sign up for a free basket or dinner in each town, what to bring, and the programs still setting their 2026 dates.
How to Vote on Nov. 3: Early Voting, Same-Day Registration and Absentee Ballots, Town by Town
Early voting runs Oct. 19 to Nov. 1 in all 19 towns, and anyone who misses the Oct. 16 registration deadline can register and vote the same day. Sites, deadlines and phone numbers, town by town.
Help Paying for Heat This Winter: Energy Assistance, Fuel Aid and Shutoff Protection
The state's energy assistance program is open through May 31, 2027, and pays $355 to $705 toward heat. Where to apply in each town, what to bring, and help with oil, gas and electric bills.
Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: Dates, Free Counseling and Help Near You
Medicare open enrollment runs Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. Free CHOICES counselors at 1-800-994-9422 compare plans, with fall sessions in Branford, Hamden, New Haven, Woodbridge and Middletown.
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