Daniela Ness Promoted to Mortgage Specialist at Chelsea Groton Bank
GROTON, Conn. – Daniela Ness, NMLS #531581, was recently promoted to Mortgage Specialist at Chelsea Groton Bank. In this role, Daniela will work closely with customers to guide them through the mortgage process, providing personalized support to help them achieve their homeownership goals. “Daniela’s experience supporting homeowners through challenging market conditions, along with her background in branch operations and retail lending, gives her a well-rounded perspective that benefits our customers,”
SCORE Business Mentors Available to CT River Valley Chamber
SCORE has a long history with the CT River Valley Chamber of Commerce, providing free business mentoring via a number of volunteer mentors who have extensive business experience. Score Mentors can be engaged using this website https://www.score.org/ct/eastern-connecticut/ . Most mentor sessions are held via Zoom, but in-person meetings can be arranged. SCORE hosts a number of webinars - On June 17th at 1:00 pm Part 1 of Developing your Marketing Plans
Energize Connecticut Sponsors Launch Community Energy Boost Grant
Energize Connecticut℠ Sponsors Launch Community Energy Boost GrantNew funding initiative will support community outreach and help expand access to energy efficiency solutions across Connecticut NEW BRITAIN, Conn. – The Energize Connecticut Sponsors, Eversource and Avangrid, Inc. subsidiaries United Illuminating (UI), Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG) and Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG), today announced the launch of the Community Energy Boost Grant, a new funding initiative designed to support Connecticut
Glastonbury Student Receives Amazon Scholarship
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Glastonbury Student Receives up to $40,000 Scholarship from Amazon to Pursue Degree in Computer Science Find visuals, including a headshot of Jesse and photos from his surprise, at this link. Glastonbury, Conn. — Amazon has named Jesse Wang, a recent graduate of Glastonbury High School, as an Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipient for 2026. Wang will receive up to $40,000 over four years to pursue a degree in computer science at the University of Massachusetts
News Release: 6/3/2026
NEW EXTENDED SHOP HOURS @ Endless Armoire! We have extended our shop hours until later in the day to provide our customers with more hours to search for their unique vintage items for the summer. Come by Wednesdays through Sundays to 1297 Portland Cobalt Rd, Portland, CT. (If you come on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays, after your shopping trip you can pop right next door to Arrigoni Winery and go for a drink and listen to some great music!)
How to Communicate Your Value Clearly in a Crowded Local Market
In towns where every corner has a “best in town” claim and flyers pile up like autumn leaves, it’s no longer enough to simply be good. You have to be clear. You have to be the one people remember — not because you were loud, but because you made sense. Local markets are intimate and competitive, full of history and noise. Your voice? It has to cut through — not shout over. That means making your value unmistakably obvious at every single touchpoint. Not clever. Not noisy. Just clear.Make Your Offer
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Jenny Bergeron awarded 2025 5 Star Wealth Manager Award for 2025
Jenny DeRosa Bergeron of Allegra Wealth Management, LLC (formerly Athene Wealth Management) in Glastonbury received the 2025 Five Star Wealth Manager Award for the seventh consecutive year. For 2025, she was chosen out of 3,641 Connecticut-area wealth managers considered for the award; 236 (6% of candidates) were received the honor. The Five Star Wealth Manager award, administered by Crescendo Business Services, LLC (dba Five Star Professional), is based on 10 objective criteria, including but not limited
Goodwin University Opens State's Largest Collegiate Nursing Simulation Center
EAST HARTFORD, CT (11/07/2025) — Goodwin University has officially opened its 7,000-square-foot collegiate nursing simulation lab - the largest in Connecticut - marking a major step forward in addressing the region's nursing shortage and expanding access to hands-on, career-focused education. Occupying an entire floor of Goodwin's main academic building on Riverside Drive, the Nursing Simulation Center was unveiled during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 29, 2025. The event brought together state and
CCSU - Chamber Member Discount
Central partners with Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce to offer member education discounts CONTACT: 860-929-1177 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 2, 2025 New Britain, Conn. – Central Connecticut State University signed a partnership agreement with the Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce on May 15 that will offer a tuition discount and scholarship to the employees of the chamber members who want to pursue their education at
What Do the CTA, BOI and FinCEN Mean to Glastonbury, CT Business Owners?
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
Unseen Business Costs Every Entrepreneur Should Understand
The entrepreneurial journey merges the excitement of creating something new with the complexities of managing finances. Entrepreneurs quickly learn that success involves much more than just innovative ideas; it also demands a keen awareness of often-overlooked costs. As tempting as the prospect of success is, there are hidden expenses that can disrupt momentum if they’re not addressed early on. This insight reveals those overlooked financial pitfalls, helping entrepreneurs stay grounded as they build.
Watch Your Business Soar with Strategic Email Newsletters
Imagine having a direct line to your customers, where you can share exclusive offers, updates, and valuable content—all without breaking the bank. Welcome to the world of email newsletters, a cost-effective and powerful marketing tool that can revolutionize how you engage with your audience. Whether you’re a small business owner looking to maximize your marketing budget or a marketer aiming to foster deeper customer relationships, email newsletters offer a treasure trove of opportunities.Email
ADNET Technologies Accelerates Regional Growth Through Acquisition of Tech II
ROCKY HILL, Conn. May 11, 2023 — ADNET Technologies (ADNET), a managed IT services, cloud, and cybersecurity provider with offices in Rocky Hill, Connecticut and Albany, New York, announced it has acquired Tech II Business Services (Tech II), a Saratoga Springs-based managed IT firm. This strategic partnership brings together two exceptional teams of IT professionals to create a premier regional technology services company that combines national capabilities with a human-centered approach. By joining
