Compassionate Funeral Services You Can Trust

Porto Funeral Home

Since 1931, Porto Funeral Homes has proudly served families in our local community with care, dignity, and respect. As a family-owned and operated funeral home, we understand how important it is to honor your loved one’s memory in a way that is both personal and meaningful. We provide a full range of compassionate services including traditional funerals, cremation, memorial services, pre-financing and pre-planning options. Our experienced team is dedicated to guiding families through every step of the process with warmth, professionalism, and understanding. At Porto Funeral Homes, we believe in treating every family as if they were our own. We take the time to listen, answer questions, and provide customized services that reflect each individual’s life, values, and wishes. With over 90 years of trusted service, our commitment to excellence remains unchanged. Our facilities offer a peaceful and comforting environment, and we continually strive to provide support that goes beyond the service - because caring for your family is more than our business, it’s our legacy.

New Haven County

Vincent Salzo

Hartford Metropolitan Area

West Haven

Connecticut

Since 1931, Porto Funeral Homes has proudly served families in our local community with care, dignity, and respect. As a family-owned and operated...

Have you ever thought about becoming a MENTOR?

Shepherds, Inc.

Shepherds Mentors is a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the educational opportunity gap for underserved, inner-city youth in Connecticut. We empower students to build strong academic foundations, develop critical life skills, and pursue successful futures through higher education and meaningful careers. At Shepherds, you can help build the future of a high school student and give back to your community. We are recruiting mentors for the Class of 2030 for our partner high schools: Kolbe Cathedral Prep, Lauralton Hall and Notre Dame, West Haven, and Fairfield Prep.

Fairfield County

Alfred Branch

Fairfield

Shepherds Mentors is a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the educational opportunity gap for underserved, inner-city youth in...

Managed IT Services, Disaster Recovery, & Cyber Security

UNAPEN, Inc.

Since 1991, UNAPEN, Inc. has provided IT and Cyber Security Services, Custom Software Solutions, Systems Integration, Software products and Workflow/Process Automation tailored for Investment/Wealth Managers, Non-Profit Organizations, Educational Institutions, Attorneys, and a diverse range of SMBs! The expertise of UNAPEN's seasoned professionals uniquely positions them to advise clients on the value of technology. Our goal is to solidify and protect your IT infrastructure, enhance cyber security, streamline operations and workflow, centralize data, and automate highly complex manual tasks to make your company more successful and competitive. UNAPEN is a long-standing Gold Certified Microsoft Partner. Our solutions fall into these categories: • Strategic Process Consulting • AI Workflow &amp; Process Automation • Custom Client Statements, Meeting Packages &amp; Mgmt Reporting • Custom Software Development - Applications &amp; Interfaces - On-Premise, Web &amp; Mobile • Create/Upgrade Custom Excel, Power Apps, Power BI, MS Access, SQL Server &amp; .NET Applications • Pricing &amp; Reference Data Interfaces for SS&amp;C Advent Axys &amp; APX • CRM for Investment Advisers, Wealth Mgrs, Family Offices, Banking and other industries • Data Warehousing &amp; Data Aggregation • Affinity SQL Data Repository for Advisors • Business Intelligence &amp; Business Mgmt Tools • Digital Transformation &amp; Cloud Migration • IT Services • Cloud Backup, Disaster Recovery &amp; Business Continuity • CyberSecurity - Advanced Network Analysis &amp; Security Threat Reporting, Dark Web Monitoring &amp; Alerts on Compromised Employee Credentials • CyberSecurity - Employee CyberSecurity Awareness Training • CyberSecurity - EndPoint Detection &amp; Response • vCISO CyberSecurity Assessments • Ransomware Protection As a service provider &amp; partner in your success, UNAPEN brings to bear a unique skill set comprised of in-depth business knowledge combined with unparalleled technological expertise &amp; service delivery capability.

Meriden

Since 1991, UNAPEN, Inc. has provided IT and Cyber Security Services, Custom Software Solutions, Systems Integration, Software products and...

Free week of childcare at a local new daycare center!

Cozy Place Learning Center

Cozy Place Learning Center is a brand-new childcare center in Orange near the West Haven line. Located in the rear lot of the Orange Town Center Plaza. We are new to Orange but not new to childcare! we have over 30 years of childcare experience. Cozy Place is so confident that you and your child will love us that we are offering a free week of childcare to new families!! Cozy Place has already received lots of 5-star ratings on Google from our satisfied clients. Our hours of operations are Mon.- Fri. from 7:00am-5:30pm. We service children 6 weeks to 5 yrs. old. We offer many different plans to fit your budget! Call us today for more information (203) 623-9917, walk-in tours are welcome. Our bright and cheery center is a must see, so please stop by today! I guarantee you will be happy you did!

Orange

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Commercial Real Estate & Property Management Services

Levey Miller Maretz

Levey Miller Maretz is recognized as one of the leaders in retail, commercial sales and leasing, and site selection experts in Connecticut. Other commercial and retail services include exclusive tenant representation and market analyses, research, lease negotiation and disposition of excess space. Our team offers the full range of property management services for commercial properties, apartment complexes and condominium associations throughout the state of Connecticut. Our management services maximize revenues through tenant acquisition and support, expense minimization and timely maintenance completion. Our goal is to provide clients excellent yearly returns on their rental properties. Levey Miller Maretz offers a variety of investment property services. Having grown a broad network of investor clients over the past 30 years, we are able to easily connect clients with qualified buyers or sellers.

Ellyn Santiago

New Haven

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A law firm that respects small business owners.

Sandollar Law

Sandollar Law helps small business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors in Connecticut with business formation, contracts, disputes, and intellectual property protection. Attorney Alan Harrison brings deep experience in commercial law, litigation, and patent/trademark matters—backed by a technical background as a mechanical engineer and former Navy submarine officer. We assist with LLCs, operating agreements, business purchases, trademarks, and IP enforcement. Whether you're starting a new venture or managing legal risks in an existing business, we provide clear, strategic guidance tailored to your goals.

Chris Rhatigan 

Milford

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Bureau Family Dental Now Open in Stratford!

Bureau Family Dental

I'm excited to announce that I have opened a new dental practice in Stratford Connecticut and am accepting new patients. We have a beautiful new space in suite 207. We would be grateful to care for your dental needs. Regards, Dr. Beth Bureau

I'm excited to announce that I have opened a new dental practice in Stratford Connecticut and am accepting new patients. We have a beautiful new...

WEST HAVEN, CT — A West Haven resident is $10,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery ticket in West Haven earlier this week, according to the Connecticut Lottery.On July 30, Josephine Ponce, of West Haven, purchased a 20x Cash 5th Edition ticket at the Lucky Food Mart in West Haven and won $10,000.

WEST HAVEN, CT — A West Haven resident is $10,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery ticket in West Haven earlier this week, according to the Connecticut Lottery.

On July 30, Josephine Ponce, of West Haven, purchased a 20x Cash 5th Edition ticket at the Lucky Food Mart in West Haven and won $10,000.

West Haven Resident Wins $10,000 Lottery Prize

The winning ticket was also sold in West Haven.

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Branford

North Haven

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All proceeds will be used to provide support...

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