Compared to the past couple years, this winter has been rough, and some wish it were over.
“It has been horrible,” said Migdalia Walker of Manchester. “Every other day we’re getting something. I just wish it would go away.”
Persistent, cold temperatures and multiple snow events have defined this winter. Now, people are once again bracing for another several inches of snow.
“Oh, that’s a lot of trouble,” said Kofi Jankm of East Hartford. “Thinking about it is hard.”
In advance of Thursday’s storm municipalities are preparing, including New London.
“We’ve had our rest and we’re ready for this one,” said New London Director of Public Works Brian Sear.
Published January 13. 2021 4:01PM | Updated January 13. 2021 7:44PM Get the weekly rundown Email Submit
New London The city’s Office of Community and Economic Development has announced the second phase of its Small Business Emergency Relief Grant program to offer financial assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations impacted by COVID-19.
The city has designated $57,000 of CARES Act funding for this second phase of the program to provide short-term assistance for utility bills. The city handed out $169,000 in the first round.
Grants from $500 to $1,500 are available to qualifying businesses and organizations, based on demonstrated need and priority points. While not all applicants will be awarded the maximum amount, the city will make a fair and equitable determination for all qualified applicants based on demonstrated need provided.