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Connecticut East This Week is a weekly news podcast covering the stories and community of Eastern Connecticut
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Friday Dec 22, 2023
Friday Dec 22, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
Gone too soon, but never forgotten!
We talk to Gold Star mothers as they remember their military children, lost in the line of duty to them and the nation at the annual Hero Tree ceremony in Old Saybrook, Connecticut.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region
Friday Dec 15, 2023
Friday Dec 15, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
It’s the holiday season and time to imbibe in some good food and drink to celebrate
We visit Stone Row Kitchen & Bar in Willimantic to talk holiday cocktails, mocktails and wine for the season.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
Big changes are coming to Kindergarten enrollment in the state next year
We talk to EASTCONN about what that means not only for kids, but their parents and school districts too.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region
Friday Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
He’s the self-taught biker baker of the quiet corner.
We talk to William Beau Soleil or Soleil and Suns Bakery about his award winning baked goods and his huge social media following.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Friday Nov 24, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
She’s normally showcasing artists and their work, but this time it’s all about her artistic journey.
We talk to Julia Wintner of Eastern Connecticut State University about her Fulbright scholarship that’s taking her to India.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region
Friday Nov 17, 2023
Friday Nov 17, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
They’ve been around for 150 years providing financial support to local people and businesses.
We talk to Jewett City Savings Bank on their milestone birthday and what the future holds for them and the banking industry.
Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
It’s Veterans Day weekend as we honor and celebrate the nations veterans for their service.
We talk to Vietnam Veteran, turned author Ron Farina about his experiences and the books he written about his fellow veterans.
Plus, we take a look at other stories making the headlines from around the region
Friday Nov 03, 2023
Friday Nov 03, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
It’s almost as large as Central Park in New York City, we’re talking about the Connecticut College Arboretum in New London.
We take a walk through the arboretum and find out more with its very first female Director, Maggie Redfern
Plus, we take a look at other stories making the headlines from around the region.
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
They’ve been building homes for people here in the US and around the world since 1976
We’re talking about Habitat for Humanity and find out the latest about their involvement with the community of Tolland County.
Plus, we take a look at other stories making the headlines from around the region.
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
In this podcast episode ...
October is cybersecurity month a time to look at protecting your digital and online assets.
We talk with ScanOptics based in Manchester, CT to find out how they help businesses with their digital transformation and what that means in our fast moving digital world.
Plus, we take a look at other stories making the headlines from around the region.