Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Harnessing The Power Of The Sun

David Mansulla wanted to build a business focused on making people's lives better in a significant way. Solar, a clean, renewable energy ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Chamber Welcomes New Business Services Representative Lisa Sanders

With 12 years in leadership roles for local organizations including The Day and Eastern CT Savings Bank, Lisa Sanders brings a wealth of ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Leadership Eastern CT Gathers To Celebrate Class Of 2021 Graduation

For over 30 years, Leadership Eastern CT has prepared future community leaders to assume positions of responsibility and take on challen ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: CT Examiner: Stephen Coan On Science Whales And Tourism At The Mystic Aquarium

Cate Hewitt and Gregory Stroud of the CT Examiner interviewed Mystic Aquarium President and CEO Stephen Coan in early August, covering t ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Shopping Tax Free, August 15-21

Back to school or just getting ready for fall, Tax Free Week in Connecticut gives families savings and businesses a boost. Most clothing ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: ConnectiCare Shares Fun And Healthy Summer Activities

Guest Blog: ConnectiCare

Waterford Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Waterford area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Retaining Key Employees: One Size Doesn't Fill All

Guest Blog: Tommy Vorio, Certified Financial Services

PPP Loans Benefited Waterford Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 55,612 Connecticut businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Waterford.

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Back To Business…In Person

While we have seen each other over the past year, it was primarily in a three-inch box on a Zoom screen. Business continued on this plat ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Responsible Bird Feeding

Guest Blog: Wild Birds Unlimited

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Take Me To The Fair

Agricultural fairs are a highlight of summer and the cattle, sheep, goats, rabbits and chickens are back in the barns. Exhibition halls ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Regional Awards Recognize Organizations' Resilience In A Difficult Year

Each year, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT recognizes businesses and organizations for their excellence, innovation, and contribut ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Keeping An Eye On Your Vision Health

Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Festivals Are Back!

Fun returns this summer as downtowns and venues around the region again host monthly and annual festivals. Art shows, food festivals, an ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Summer Fireworks And Fun

This summer the sky will light up again with fireworks shows in the region. That's not all that's lighting up summer. Enjoy summer fun w ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Summer Fireworks And Fun

This summer the sky will light up again with fireworks shows in the region. That's not all that's lighting up summer. Enjoy summer fun w ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Yoga: Four Hidden Health Benefits

Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Chamber Foundation Awards Additional Scholarships After Challenging Year

The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation granted scholarships to six graduating high school seniors in the region, totaling $7,5 ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Congressman Courtney Provides Updates On Federal Relief, Budget

The Chamber welcomed U.S. Congressman Joe Courtney for a virtual Business Breakfast on June 9. Congressman Courtney provided important u ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Local Events Commemorate Juneteenth

Juneteeth marks the day, June 19, 1865, when 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas, and announced that enslaved people were ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Doing Dad's Day Right

When you live where people vacation, there are so many great ways to spend the day with Dad. And this year especially, we want to get ou ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Celebrating Pride

June is Pride month, and across the area and the state LGBTQ+ celebrations are planned with many in-person events to enjoy. Share your P ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: A Story Of Success And Continued Perseverance In The Face Of COVID

Pfizer, who forged a partnership with BioNTech two years prior, was well positioned to be the hero of 2020. BioNTech pioneered the mRNA ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Opening The Conversation On Immigration And Discrimination

On May 18, the Chamber hosted a timely conversation American Identity and Immigration: Developing a More Perfect Union. Preceding by two ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Get Fresh At Farmers Markets

Eating fresh is easy in Eastern Connecticut thanks to our numerous farms and the plentiful markets where they come to sell just-picked f ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Chamber Of Commerce Of Eastern CT Foundation Awards Over $88,000 To 29 Local Organizations

The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation awarded grants in excess of $88,000 in support of 29 programs that benefit children and ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Time With Mom, Time For Mom

Celebrating Mother's Day this year can be extra special. After a year of being apart, it's finally a chance for time together. Or after ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: A Doctor's Guide To Choosing Allergy Medicine Wisely

Guest Blog: ConnectiCare, Wayne Rawlins, MD, MBA

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: How Green Can You Be?

Being Green comes with the added benefit of saving some green. Our local Chamber members in the energy sector can help you discover ways ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Supporting Local Small Business

Guest Blog: Sandy Gignac, LJ Shoreline Realty

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Leadership 2022 Fundraising For Safe Futures Playground, Gardens

The Leadership Eastern CT Class of 2022 is fundraising to complete its community service project for Safe Futures to construct an outdoo ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: What You Need To Know About Colon Cancer

Guest Blog: ConnectiCare

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Getting Back To Exercise After A Case Of COVID-19

Guest Blog by: ConnectiCare

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: The Chamber Of Commerce Of Eastern CT Recognizes Essential Worker Heroes At Annual Meeting

Reflecting on the successes and challenges of 2020, the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT is taking the important step of dedicating its ...

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Offshore Wind Energy Forum Explores Opportunities On The Horizon

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Waterford Area Bankruptcies Slowed Amid 2020 Pandemic

Here's how the pandemic affected bankruptcies in New London County. Experts warn of a likely surge in coming years.

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Survey Gathers Sentiments On Racial Equality In Defense Communities

Chamber’s Military Affairs Council partners in effort to advance understanding

Chamber Of Commerce—Eastern Connecticut: Everyone’s Irish On St. Patrick’s Day

While we at the Chamber have a special affinity for all things Irish, everyone can join in the celebration with food and fun from around ...

How Reliable Is Your Connecticut Power Utility?

See how well utility providers in the Waterford area and across CT serve their electric customers.