OXFORD: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) And Paint Collection Day

 

OXFORD (NEW HAVEN COUNTY) CT: A Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Paint Collection Day is scheduled for the towns of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethlehem, Bristol, Cheshire, Derby, Middlebury, Naugatuck, Oxford, Prospect, Seymour, Southbury, Thomaston, Waterbury, Watertown, Wolcott and Woodbury for Saturday, July 18 from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.

The event will be held at the Crosby High School, 300 Pierpont Rd in Waterbury. The collection starts promptly at 8:00 A.M. There is no need to line up before 8:00 A.M.

There is no charge to residents. Proof of residency, such as a driver’s license, tax bill, or other identification, is required for entrance. The event is sponsored by the Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments and participating towns.

COVID-19 Event Restrictions:

• Residents disposing of materials must wear a mask and remain in their vehicle
• Only one family member per vehicle
• Collection materials for disposal must be placed in the rear compartment of vehicle, not passenger compartment.
• Containers will not be returned (No ‘pour offs’)

Household hazardous wastes are any wastes produced in the home that are poisonous, flammable, reactive, or corrosive. These wastes are harmful to human health and the environment if not disposed of properly. The goal of the program is to keep potentially hazardous waste out of local landfills and sewers, providing extra protection for wetlands and waterways. In addition, residents may now bring latex (water-based) paint to the collection event. While not considered hazardous waste, the latex paint will be accepted as part of a new statewide paint product stewardship program.

Examples of wastes that will be accepted include: Mercury and Mercury thermometers, Drain & Oven Cleaners, Upholstery Cleaners, Poisons, Insecticides, Wood Cleaners, Aerosols, Metal Polishers, Pool & Photo Chemicals, Automotive Cleaners & Fluids, Grease & Rust Solvents, Alkaline Batteries, and Fluorescent Bulbs.

Items that will not be accepted include: Auto Batteries, Motor Oil, Radioactive or Medical Waste, Asbestos, Explosives, and Empty Fire Extinguishers, Compressed Gas Cylinders, Lead Paint Chips. The contractor reserves the right to reject additional materials.

Up to 50 lbs. of residential waste will be accepted per vehicle. Residents should leave materials in the original container whenever possible. When arriving at the collection site, residents are asked to stay in their cars at all times. Trained waste handlers will remove materials from the cars.

Connecticut participates in a statewide paint recycling pro-gram known as PaintCare. PaintCare provides free recycling of architectural paint by placing a small fee on newly purchased paint. Acceptable paints will be collected at HHW events.

Acceptable Paints: Interior and exterior architectural paints, latex, acrylic, water-based, alkyd, oil-based, enamel, deck coatings, floor paints, primers, sealers, undercoatings, field and lawn paints stains, shellacs, lacquers, varnishes, urethanes (single component), waterproofing sealers (except tar or bitumen based), metal coatings, rust preservatives. Containers larger than 5 gallons will not be accepted.

Unacceptable materials will be returned or left in the vehicle and information will be given on how to dispose of them.

For more information visit https://www.southbury-ct.org/events-feed/?FeedID=5685 or call 203-757-0535

SOUTHPORT: State Parks Remain Open with Restrictions; Shoreline Swimming Areas Open; Inland Swimming Areas Closed, Capacity Limits and Social Distancing Guidelines Remain in Place

 

HARTFORD (HARTFORD COUNTY) CT: They also encourage visitors to select locations closest to your home. State parks and beaches near Southport include:

Park	City	Location
Centennial State Forest	Fairfield	Fairfield
Sherwood Island State Park	Westport	Westport

While some of the information is guidance that DEEP has shared previously, the plan contains a good amount of new information, such as DEEP’s current plan for the swimming areas it oversees, and provides a “one stop shop” for the latest information on outdoor recreation offerings administered by DEEP.

As the state begins a phased re-opening of its economy, the vast majority of state parks remain open, as they’ve been throughout the pandemic. The restrictions that they’ve operated under, such as daily capacity limits, social distancing guidelines for visitors, and use of face coverings, also remain in place.

The operational plan can be found here.

Swimming and Beaches:

Last week, Gov. Ned Lamont, along with the governors of New York, New Jersey, and Delaware, announced that they would open beaches in their respective states effective Friday, May 22. Gov. Lamont also announced that in Connecticut, state parks that feature beaches along the Connecticut shoreline will be open May 22, though with capacity limitations, and visitors are advised to follow social distancing guidelines.

At this time, DEEP is permitting swimming only at shoreline State Parks (not inland State Park swim areas). Guidance from the state Department of Public Health indicates that recreational swimming is not a known form of transmission of COVID-19, in saltwater or freshwater. At this time, DEEP is making decisions about permitting swimming at State Parks based on considerations of potential crowding and the ability to maintain social distancing onshore, at beach locations.

It is DEEP’s assessment at this time that shoreline parks that feature beaches, operating under limited capacity, can safely accommodate visitors on beaches, provided they follow recommended social distancing guidelines. Visitors to shoreline parks must maintain 15’ of space from other beachgoers (blanket-to-blanket).  This distance will allow for a 6’ radius around each person or family and a 3’ walkway in between groups.

Based on the very limited size of our beach and swim areas at inland state parks, and current social distancing guidance, DEEP will close beaches at inland State Parks, and prohibit swimming at inland State Parks. Again, this operational decision is based on the potential for on-shore crowding, not a concern of risk of transmission in freshwater.  Park staff will monitor beach closure and educate the public to ensure compliance with the closures. DEEP will continue to review this policy in alignment with public health recommendations and will consider the reopening of designated swim areas on a case-by-case basis. 

If you choose to visit a shoreline state park that features a beach, visitors are encouraged to select locations closest to home, and consider visiting early in the morning before crowds gather. At least 6 feet of social distancing must be maintained between persons, and groups over five remain prohibited. Visitors should recreate with members of their immediate household and not meet up with others. Visitors should bring face coverings and use them whenever they are in proximity to others. Face coverings should not be worn in the water. Visitors should not expect that restroom buildings will be open, but most locations will have portable toilets available.  

DEEP will reduce parking capacity and close beaches for the day if social distancing cannot be maintained, and will make adjustments to operations and consider longer-term closures if the situation warrants. Updates on closures are posted on the state parks Twitter feed,@CTStateParks.

Lifeguards will not be on shoreline beaches in Connecticut state parks early in the season.  These beaches are currently posted as "No Lifeguards on Duty."  It is expected that shoreline beaches will begin lifeguarding when adequate staffing, training, and safety practices meeting DEEP standards are in place. Lifeguards will be provided training to reduce the risk of virus transmission in the course of their duties, including providing CPR. Guidance for lifeguards is available from the American Red Cross. Lifeguards will not be posted at inland beaches while swimming is prohibited at those beaches.

Staff in DEEP’s Water Monitoring and Assessment Program will be monitoring water quality at the shoreline parks open for swimming. The water quality at the beaches will be tested for the presence of infectious diseases using standard bacteria indicator species. Residents will be able to find swimming area closure information at DEEP’s state parks Twitter feed, @CTStateParks, and will soon also be able to find that information on the DEEP website athttps://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Recreation-Information/State-Swimming-Area-Water-Quality-Report, or on DEEP’s toll free Water Quality Information Phone Line at 1-866-287-2757.

Connecticut municipalities continue to make decisions regarding the beaches and swimming areas they oversee. DEEP has been in consultation with municipalities during the pandemic, and will continue to be. DEEP’soperational planis available for municipalities to adapt to their needs if they wish to do so.

Limited swimming capacity at state parks, combined with restrictions made by municipalities around the swimming areas they oversee, mean that residents will have to plan beach and swimming excursions well in advance, and be ready with a back-up plan if their first choice is closed.

State Campgrounds, Cabins, and Youth Sites:

As was recently announced, state Campgrounds, Cabins, Youth sites, Backcountry and River Camping sites are closed until at least June 11.  Additional campground reservations for the 2020 season have been postponed for the time being to prevent the need to reimburse the public for future reservations if campgrounds remain closed.

Other options to open campgrounds are being considered that minimize staff and public risk.  The decision will be based on current public health guidance, cleaning protocols and the availability of adequate staff and appropriate personal protective equipment.  

As we move forward into the summer season, DEEP will continue to monitor and assess public use and recreational activities that occur at state parks and other DEEP managed outdoor recreation areas. Evaluation of that information may result in changes to the operational plan. While law enforcement personnel are authorized to enforce social distancing and group size guidance, DEEP seeks to educate first and ask people to follow the rules, in hopes that visitors will take personal responsibility and make sure that they comply. 

To view the operational plan, go here:https://portal.ct.gov/deep-parkscovid19.

CHESHIRE: Allison Kalva An Inspiring Runner

CHESHIRE (NEW HAVEN COUNTY) CT: Sunday, April 26, 2020 was set to be the 9^th annual Ion Bank Cheshire Road Races. However, state and federal shutdowns forced the event to be rescheduled to October 18, 2020.

One dedicated runner was not going to let the postponement of the race stop her from completing the half marathon she had been training so hard for.

Allison Kalva, a junior at Watkinson School in Hartford, trained for months to run her first long-distance race.  It’s no surprise that when the dedicated 17-year-old put her mind to it, she completed her very first half marathon on her own.

However, Allison’s inspiring story doesn’t begin and end with her completion of a half marathon.

It’s her strength and determination outside of running that truly inspires us.

When she was only 11 years old, her father passed away from cancer. 

The passing of her father was understandably a very sad time, but Allison said it gave her a new perspective.

“Obviously, I wish he was here, but I have learned that you can’t change the past, you can learn from it and I believe I am a stronger person because of it,” she said.

About a year ago her mother was diagnosed with cancer.

Allison describes her mother as a fighter, “She has always been a fighter - she is the strongest person I know.”

At the beginning of her sophomore year, Allison turned to running.

She joined her school’s cross-country team and fell in love with the sport. Her friends were all running, so she figured she would give it a shot, and she never looked back.

She loved the team atmosphere and the friends she made through running.

She quickly grew to love the sport, “when I’m not running with my team, I'm running alone, and I have learned to hold myself accountable. I love the self-discipline that comes with running, pushing myself and challenging myself daily.”

Allison was voted team captain during her junior year.

Allison’s goal was to run a half marathon before she turned 17.

Luckily for her, the Ion Bank Cheshire Road Race was set to take place just 5 days before her 17^th birthday.

When the announcement came that the races were being postponed to October, that didn’t stop Allison from completing the run on her own and achieving her goal to run her first half before her 17^th birthday.

On Sunday, April 26^th, the date originally scheduled for the Ion Bank Cheshire Road Races, she took off running.

Allison focused more on finishing the race, rather than her time. With her mom driving around acting as her water stations along her course and cheering her on, Allison finished her first half marathon. 

“Running a half marathon was a big goal of mine and despite COVID-19 I still wanted to run the 13.1 miles even though it meant running it alone. I truly believe everything happens for a reason and when negative things happen, you can learn from them and try to focus on the good. A huge thank you for friends, mom, cross country team and coaches for their support through it all.” 

Allison plans to run the Ion Bank Cheshire Road Races in October with some of her cross-country teammates and coaches.

She’s looking forward to running an official half marathon and plans on continuing to run throughout her life.

The Cheshire Half Marathon Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports charities that assist those with special needs and their families.

This year’s race and their participants will raise thousands for a number of charities including Abilities Without Boundaries, Best Buddies CT, and Cheshire Lions Club. 

The Ion Bank Cheshire Half Marathon & 5K is sponsored in part by Ion Bank, UnitedHealthcare, Porsche Audi of Wallingford and Yale New Haven Health.

SOUTHPORT: Roadmap Outlines Strategy For Accelerating Deployment Of EVs in Connecticut

 

SOUTHPORT (FAIRFIELD COUNTY) CT: Coinciding with the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day which took place a few weeks ago, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection issued its Electric Vehicle Roadmap for Connecticut (EV Roadmap), a comprehensive strategy for achieving widespread deployment of electric vehicles in the state, and a key tool in the state’s effort to improve air quality for residents while also addressing the climate crisis.

According to the DEEP, there have been 5,213 Electric Vehicles registered in Connecticut. Electric Vehicles registered in zip codes near Southport include:

Zip	EV Registrations
06880	227
06824	106
06897	93
06883	75
06611	50
06851	49
06825	40
06850	36
06854	31
06612	26
06615	23
06606	20
06855	20
06853	17
06890	17
06605	7
06604	6
06610	4
06607	3
06838	1

The top 10 towns in Connecticut for electric vehicle registrations are:

Town	# Registrations
Greenwich	328
Westport	227
Stamford	181
New Canaan	140
Darien	111
Fairfield	106
Wilton	93
Ridgefield	79
Guilford	77
Weston	75

The top 5 models for Connecticut Registrations of EV’s are:

Model	# Registrations
Tesla	1,218
Chevrolet	1,072
Toyota	1,016
Ford	733
Nissan	389

One of the focus areas of the EV Roadmap is scaling up electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) such as charging stations in order to encourage higher EV penetration rates. “Range anxiety,” or fear that an EV will run out of power before a destination is reached, will diminish as consumers become more confident in charging accessibility. 

There are 376 publicly-accessible EV charging stations with a total of 966 charging connectors in the state, including 50 direct current fast charger (DCFC) locations with 212 charging connectors. A significant increase in workplace Level 2 charging connectors, public Level 2 charging connectors, and public DCFC connectors will be critical to supplement residential charging and meet future charging demands.

The EV Roadmap focuses in on several key areas, including the transitioning of public and private fleets and medium and heavy-duty vehicles to EVs; making the consumer charging experience more consistent; minimizing grid impacts through demand reduction measures; providing demand charge relief for charging station owners and EV fleet operators; exploring opportunities for pilot programs with local innovators in the EV field; working with the state and municipal governments to modify building codes and permitting requirements to support EV infrastructure deployment; and leveraging financial incentives, such as the Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate (CHEAPR), to help make EV purchase price less of a barrier to consumers.

In issuing the EV Roadmap, DEEP is mindful of the pervasive impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on communities both locally and around the world, the full scale and effects of which, though unknown at this time, are and will be significant. DEEP will continue to monitor the COVID crisis and consider its impact on the long-term goals outlined in the EV Roadmap.
Environmental stakeholders from around the state applauded the EV Roadmap’s release.

To view the EV Roadmap, visit: http://www.dpuc.state.ct.us/DEEPEnergy.nsf/c6c6d525f7cdd1168525797d0047c5bf/f7ed4932eec438d0852585520001c81b/$FILE/EV%20Roadmap%20for%20Connecticut.pdf

OLD GREENWICH: The Walk To End Epilepsy Is Going Virtual

 

OLD GREENWICH (FAIRFIELD COUNTY) CT: From May 10 to June 15, walkers can join the Virtual Walk to support epilepsy efforts in Connecticut. Registration is open now at https://www.epilepsyct.com/walk/register.php. A virtual kickoff celebration on Facebook will be held May 10 at 10:00 a.m., so everyone can join in the fun with the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut at facebook.com/epilepsyfoundationct. 

To help Walk for Epilepsy, participants can walk anytime and anywhere between May 10 and June 15. Participants can walk in their neighborhood, on a treadmill, in their yard or anywhere they choose! Be sure to follow the latest CDC guidelines on social distancing to keep you and your community safe. Walkers can fundraise to help support the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut. Whether it is $5 or $500, every dollar counts. Register and create a team page with a team story, photo and donation goal. Share this page with friends, family, and co-workers and ask for their support of people with epilepsy in Connecticut. The top 5 fundraising teams as of June 15th will win a $250 gift card to a restaurant of their choice! The winning teams will be announced during the Closing Ceremony on June 15th.

Participants are asked to share the fun and showcase how they are walking to end epilepsy by tagging photos and videos on social media with the hashtag #WalkToEndEpilepsyCT. T-shirts are available to all registered participants at select safe and secure pick-up locations. 

More than 60,000 children and adults in the state of Connecticut suffer from epilepsy and one out of 26 people will develop epilepsy at some point in their lifetime. Epilepsy affects more Americans than autism, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and Parkinson's diseases combined. Sadly, one out of three will have uncontrollable seizures even while on medication. Events like the Walk to End Epilepsy raise important funds for school education services, teaching proper seizure first aid, building community awareness of this common condition and busting myths, government lobbying to protect epilepsy patients and their right to life maintaining medications, and  support programs that help lift patients to a fulfilling life.

Registration and additional information for the Walk to End Epilepsy in Connecticut can be found at epilepsyct.com/walk. For more information visit epilepsyct.com or call 860-346-1924.

HARTFORD: Connecticut Has Reached An Agreement With Over 50 Credit Unions And Banks

 

HARTFORD (HARTFORD COUNTY) CT: Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration has reached an agreement with over 50 credit unions and banks in Connecticut to offer mortgage relief to the state’s residents and businesses who continue to face hardship caused by the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Under the agreement, the following relief policies are being offered by participating financial institutions:

• 90-day grace period for all mortgage payments: Participating financial institutions are now offering mortgage-payment forbearances of up to 90 days, which will allow homeowners to reduce or delay monthly mortgage payments. In addition, the institutions will:
• Provide a streamlined process for requesting forbearance for COVID-19-related reasons, supported with available documentation;
• Confirm approval and terms of forbearance program; and
• Provide the opportunity to extend forbearance agreements if faced with continued hardship resulting from COVID-19.
• Relief from fees and charges for 90 days: For at least 90 days, participating financial institutions will waive or refund mortgage-related late fees and other fees including early CD withdrawals.
• No new foreclosures for 60 days: Financial institutions will not start any foreclosure sales or evictions.
• No credit score changes for accessing relief: For those taking advantage of this COVID-19-related relief, late or missed payments will not be shared with credit reporting agencies.

The agreement, which was negotiated on behalf of the Lamont administration by Commissioner Jorge Perez at the Connecticut Department of Banking, builds upon similar initiatives that have been enacted in recent days in California and New Jersey, and has been endorsed by the Connecticut Bankers Association and the Credit Union League of Connecticut. More than 50 credit unions and banks statewide are participating, including Webster Bank, American Eagle Financial Credit Union, Liberty Bank, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union, Bank of America, Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union, and Peoples United Bank. Additional financial institutions are expected to join the initiative in the coming days. The Department of Banking will maintain updated list of participating institutions on its website.

“This agreement with our financial institutions will allow Connecticut residents to obtain some relief as this public health emergency has had an impact on thousands of people in our state,” Governor Lamont said. “I thank each of these financial institutions that will provide this relief and applaud their participation in this agreement. The way we are going to get through this crisis is by working together, and this is an example of how we are going to get that done.”

The Department of Banking, along with the state’s banks and credit unions, is reminding residents that their money remains safe during the COVID-19 crisis and protected by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). No deposits have ever been lost under the protection of the FDIC and NCUA.

“This is a time when we need our entire financial services industry to come together to work tirelessly for the people of Connecticut, which is why I have asked the banks and credit unions to join forces and present one united approach which tells all of Connecticut, ‘We are in this together,’” Commissioner Perez said. “I am pleased to see that these efforts are well underway and that they are helping Connecticut residents work through this challenge.”

Leadership at Connecticut’s credit unions and banks said that they are flexibly meeting member and customer needs everyday on a case-by-case basis in a number of ways that may include fee waivers, access to short-term loans, loan deferrals and uninterrupted access to digital services, even though some credit unions and banks have temporarily limited physical access to their lobbies.

Bruce Adams, president and CEO of the Credit Union League of Connecticut, said, “We view ourselves as the financial first responders in this crisis, and I applaud Governor Lamont and Commissioner Perez for their leadership in partnering with us to provide even more financial solutions for the people of Connecticut.”

Tom Mongellow, president and CEO of the Connecticut Bankers Association, said, “Connecticut banks and credit unions are open for business, and statewide we have quickly and voluntarily responded to Governor Lamont’s and Commissioner Perez’s directives. Our financial institutions continue to ensure the financial well-being of the people and businesses they serve across the state, while protecting the health of their team members and customers.”

Adams and Mongellow are stressing that customers with loans should stay in close contact with their financial institution to identify their particular needs and work on customized solutions. They are also reminding customers that measures to protect people's health and safety continue to be available:

• Drive-through services are available at numerous branches;
• Individual appointments for in-person meetings are available at many financial institutions;
• Call centers employees stand ready to assist customers and members;
• Technology platforms give ready access to online services like bill pay, transfers, remote depositing of checks and ATMs for cash needs; and
• People can use mobile payment channels and debit cards or credit cards to make purchases.
  
  

Questions and Answers on Connecticut’s COVID-19 Mortgage Relief Agreement How do I get mortgage relief and/or forbearance? You should contact and work directly with your mortgage servicer to learn about and apply for available relief. Please note that financial institutions and their servicers are experiencing high volumes of inquiries. How long will the forbearance last?  Participating financial institutions are now offering mortgage-payment forbearances of up to 90 days, which will allow homeowners to reduce or delay monthly mortgage payments. What effect will this have on my credit report? Financial institutions will not report derogatory information (e.g., late payments) to credit reporting agencies but may report a forbearance, which typically does not alone negatively affect a credit score. How long will these programs last? It is still unclear how severe or how long the COVID-19 impacts will be. Financial institutions have committed to necessary relief and will be assessing the ongoing conditions and necessity of continuing relief. What if my financial institution isn’t offering this relief? At this time, Webster Bank, American Eagle Financial Credit Union, Liberty Bank, Charter Oak Federal Credit Union, Bank of America, Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union, and Peoples United Bank, in addition to over 50 other federal and state-chartered banks, credit unions, and servicers are supporting these commitments. The state will welcome any other institution that would like to meet the moment and provide much-needed financial relief to Connecticut residents. The Department of Banking will publish a list of participating financial institutions on its website in the coming days. What if I already made a payment or was hit with a fee because of COVID-19? These measures go into effect as of March 31, 2020. Is the mortgage relief available to businesses? The relief is currently only available for residential mortgages. What if my mortgage servicer is not communicative or cooperative? You can file a complaint with the Department of Banking through the complaint form on the department website or by contacting the department at 860-240-8299 or 1-800-831-7225 (9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST Monday through Friday). What impact does the CARES Act have? The CARES Act has important protections for renters and homeowners. In particular, homeowners with mortgage loans that are backed by the federal government through the FHA, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, or other agencies can receive significant forbearance. How about commercial loans and commercial mortgages? Commercial loan or commercial mortgage customers should know that all financial institutions are working proactively with each commercial borrower experiencing challenges. Any bank or credit union commercial customer having financial difficulty, whether for-profit or nonprofit, should call their financial institution as soon as possible. Several important governmental actions have and will provide relief to businesses. The Lamont administration’s quick actions resulted in Connecticut being one of the first states where businesses can access the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) economic injury disaster loan program for up to $2 million dollars. In addition, the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development quickly created the Connecticut Recovery Bridge Loan program, which will provide up to $50 million of loans to small businesses and nonprofits Importantly, last week Congress passed the important CARES Act, which includes the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and will provide loans and grants of up to $10 million, for companies of up to 500 employees. A wide variety of businesses will be eligible for the PPP as soon as next week and they include but are not limited to: private and public businesses, self-employed and independent contractors, nonprofits, veterans’ organizations, and tribal business concerns. Additional information on the PPP should be available from the SBA early next week. In addition to the PPP, banks and credit unions continue to work with their commercial customers on a case by case basis to address the financial needs of their impacted business. We encourage any impacted commercial customers to contact their financial institution.

ROXBURY: Support For Connecticut Food Bank During COVID-19 With A Race Against Hunger

 

ROXBURY (LITCHFIELD COUNTY) CT: Connecticut Food Bank needs the town of Roxbury to help to support their efforts during the COVID-19 Pandemic! Food Bank volunteers are working tirelessly during this unprecedented time to feed the hungry throughout Connecticut.

One way Roxbury can support the Food Bank is by participating in The Race Against Hunger, a virtual 5K run and walk that takes place between April 13th - April 19th. Since it’s virtual, you can participate at the time and place of your choosing! Register at www.jbsports.com.

This virtual event is a way for Connecticut runners to stay connected and motivated while keeping our distance! Let’s come together to support those in need during these critical times. Register now to help the state's largest source of emergency food assistance.

The food bank is still open, but hours are modified. Below is a list of Food Banks within 20 miles of Roxbury. Please call because there may be changes.

Date	Time	City	Place
Wednesday, April 8	9:30 AM	Danbury	New Hope Baptist Church
Wednesday, April 8	4:30 PM	Hamden	Hamden Middle School
Wednesday, April 8	5:30 PM	Bethel	Walnut Hill Church
Thursday, April 9	5:30 PM	Naugatuck	Naugatuck Convention Center

Keep checking Connecticut Food Bank’s website and social media for updates for the Mobile Pantry schedule.

Should you have questions, the Mobile Pantry Hotline is updated daily. Call (203) 741-9751 for info.