Local events for the week of Jan 23 2012

by submitted press release January 23, 2012 - Areawide, Arts & Entertainment, Local News

Members of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) program will conduct a Family Ice Fishing Derby at Patriot’s Park on Coventry Lake in Coventry on Jan. 28 from noon to 3 p.m. (weather permitting).

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Firefighter’s mission is to aid Sept. 11 responders now struggling with cancer

by Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 22, 2012 - Areawide, Local News

Preston has another goal, and that is to get the Zadroga Act amended. The controversial federal bill was supposed to improve services and protection for 9/11 responders, but lacks coverage for cancer. “We need to get these people the help that they need,” said Preston. He noted the bill covers carpal tunnel syndrome, but not cancer.

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Coventry Regional Farmers Market gets PZC approval but future still up in the air

by Sarah L. Hamby | Staff Writer January 17, 2012 - Business, Local News

DeHoyos worried the state traffic study wouldn’t be done in time to start a new season. “Some of the numbers. We also have to deal with some time frames. We can’t be in a three­month waiting period,” he said.

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Legislation would enhance care for retired military dogs

by John T. Bennett | thehill.com January 14, 2012 - Areawide

Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) unveiled legislation that would make it easier for military working dogs to get care and be honored for their service.

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Applications now available for state’s annual firewood lottery

by submitted press release January 13, 2012 - Areawide, Local News

Standing trees and downed wood will be sold to the lottery winners in designated two-cord lots for $60 by DEEP Foresters, as forest road conditions allow.

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Attn Coventry - Green Light Celebration is Jan 14-Feb 12 2012

by Brenda Sullivan | HTNP.com Editor January 12, 2012 - Areawide, Arts & Entertainment, Business, Local News

TLGV is asking restaurants, accommodations, and shops to come up with creative ideas utilizing the Green Light Celebration theme including special events, accommodation packages, discounts and menu/drink specials (like a “green plate” special).

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