03/28/2020
03/28/2020
Local News for Preston, Connecticut
03/28/2020
03/27/2020
March 27, 2020-From DECD Commissioner David Lehman
At 6 p.m. today, DECD will stop accepting applications for the Connecticut Recovery Bridge Loan program. We have seen significant demand for the program, receiving over 4,000 applications since the program went operational yesterday morning. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.
03/27/2020
March 27, 2020 Preston Parks and Rec Notice: Preston Community Park
Basketball courts, tennis courts, swings and the fire truck are closed. Also closed are the picnic tables under both pavilions. If you are walking the track, we’d like to remind you to practice social distancing and remain 6 feet away from others. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.
03/26/2020
Preston Parks and Recreation Event… Bear Hunt In Preston
March 28, 2020 – April 3, 2020 – Please participate by putting a bear in your front window. Kids and community members can enjoy ” Bear Hunting” by going on a walk or ride and spotting all the neighborhood bears!! #GoingOnABearHuntInPreston Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.
03/25/2020
MEDIA ADVISORY *** Rep. France and Sen. Somers Postpone Upcoming Meetings
Hartford- State Representative Mike France (R-42) and State Senator Heather Somers (R-18) are postponing all mid-session meetings with constituents in Preston to discuss the 2020 Legislative Session. These meetings were originally scheduled Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/24/2020
Transfer Station Will No Longer Be Accepting Bulky Waste Until Further Notice
Effective immediately, due to the Coronavirus pandemic and for the health and safety of all, the transfer station will no longer be accepting bulky waste until further notice. If you have any questions, please call the Town Garage at 860-886-7220 Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/21/2020
Don’t Stop Voting Because You Have a Disability
If you have a permanent disability and are unable to vote at the polling place in person, you are eligible to receive automatically by mail an absentee ballot for each election, primary or referendum. Simply apply for Permanent Absentee Ballot Status. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/21/2020
Community Bell Ringing Nightly 8:00 PM – 8:02 PM
Town of Preston and other communities join in the bell ringing originated in Windsor Locks. Preston encourages our residents to ring their bells nightly so we can hear them across Connecticut. We are in this together!! Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/20/2020
March 19, 2020 State of Emergency Declared
Due to the Presidential and State emergencies being declared, we declared a local state of emergency for Preston at the BOS meeting last night. This will allow us to be eligible for reimbursement of expenses for this emergency. I understand that all Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/19/2020
UPDATED DAILY- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources- Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
To provide user friendly navigation to resources available for residents, we have created three (3) separate news flash areas; Connecticut Children’s Hospital, Governor Lamont’s News Releases and CDC/ Uncas Health District/ Hartford Healthcare Updates. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/19/2020
UPDATED DAILY- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources- Uncas Health District, CDC and Hartford Healthcare
To provide user friendly navigation to resources available for residents, we have created three (3) separate news flash areas; Connecticut Children’s Hospital, Governor Lamont’s News Releases and CDC/ Uncas Health District/ Hartford Healthcare Updates. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/18/2020
Chamber of Commerce Eastern Connecticut Letter to Businesses
Governor Ned Lamont and David Lehman, Commissioner, CT Department of Economic and Community Development, Host Conference Call March 19, 1-2 PM. The State of Connecticut is reaching out to businesses to make sure they are developing the best, Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/17/2020
News Release!! SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Connecticut Small Businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Connecticut small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/17/2020
Selectwoman Sandra Allyn-Gauthier Announces Launch of Facebook Page for The Preston Town Hall
I am pleased to launch this Facebook page for the Preston Town Hall. While I was out campaigning, I heard from many people that this was something you desired and I have been working towards this goal. I recognize that Facebook offers another way Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/17/2020
The Senior Center Will Be Closed Until Further Notice
Due to the unprecedented public health crisis, the Senior Center will be closed until further notice for the health and safety of all. In addition, the Meals on Wheels program will continue to be operational and we will keep you posted if this changes. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/17/2020
Selectwoman Sandra Allyn-Gauthier Gives Update On Precautionary Measures
As you are aware, the Coronavirus public health crisis continues to rapidly change. We are taking every precautionary measure possible for the health and safety of all. Due to this unprecedented situation and in an effort to minimize exposure and risk Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/16/2020
March 15, 2020- Letter From the Superintendent of Schools Regarding Food Service
Beginning Monday, March 16th, Preston Public Schools Food Service will offer all students under 18 “grab and go” breakfast and lunch from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Preston Plains Middle School. Students and families will stop by the PPMS cafeteria Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.03/13/2020
March 13, 2020- Important Closure Announcements!!
Preston Public Schools will be closed until further notice effective immediately. At a minimum, schools will be closed for two weeks. The Preston Public Library will also be closed effective March 13 at 4:00 PM. Please read the link below. Read the article on preston-ct.org READ MORE.
03/13/2020
Bond passed for funding final Norwich Hospital site cleanup
PRESTON- Sean Nugent has been the chair of the Preston Redevelopment Agency for more than 10 years.The organization has helped with the cleanup of the former Norwich Hospital site so the land can be transferred from the town to the Mohegan Tribe for entertainment ventures. Now that the last bit of funding is coming, he’s looking forward to READ MORE.03/11/2020