Dozens rally for zoning changes in Deep River
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About 100 people attended the rally in Deep River, Conn. Saturday, May 8, 2021 advocating for affordable housing.Valerie Bannister / For Hearst Connecticut MediaShow MoreShow Less
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About 100 people attended the rally in Deep River, Conn. Saturday, May 8, 2021 advocating for affordable housing.Valerie Bannister / For Hearst Connecticut MediaShow MoreShow Less
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DEEP RIVER About 100 people attended a rally Saturday advocating for a change in the state zoning laws to increase affordable housing and diversity in the state.
State Rep. Christine Palm, D-Chester, said affordable housing would help people on fixed incomes and “would help our children and grandchildren stay in the state.”
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