Sen. Linares at Manufacturing and Technology Day

General Dynamics Electric Boat Chief of Government Relations John A. Shea (left) is welcomed to the State Capitol by Sen. Art Linares (right) during “Manufacturing & Technology Day” in Connecticut held May 15, 2013 at the State Capitol. Contributed photo.

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General Dynamics Electric Boat Chief of Government Relations John A. Shea (left) is welcomed to the State Capitol by Sen. Art Linares (right) during “Manufacturing & Technology Day” in Connecticut held May 15, 2013 at the State Capitol.

The company (www.gdeb.com) was among dozens of Connecticut manufacturers to display their products and services to state legislators.

Sen. Linares represents the 33rd Senate District, which encompasses Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Lyme, Old Saybrook, Portland and Westbrook.

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AAA identifies motorist breaking point on gas prices

The report finds that roughly two-thirds of Americans (62 percent) are offsetting high gas prices by changing their driving habits or lifestyle. At the top of that list is less driving in general, less dining out and less shopping; at the bottom of the list is using public transportation.

Half of U.S. adults consider gas prices to be “too high” when it reaches $3.44 per gallon, indicating a potential breaking point on gas prices, according to a new consumer price index developed by AAA.

The report also points to the negative impact on consumer spending in other areas, in order to keep gas expenditures to a manageable level.

The report finds that roughly two-thirds of Americans (62 percent) are offsetting high gas prices by changing their driving habits or lifestyle.

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East Hampton Seniors invited to talk issues with legislators

Sen. Art Linares and Rep. Melissa Ziobron on Monday, May 6 will provide a State Capitol update to members of the East Hampton Senior Center. Contributed photo.

Sen. Art Linares and Rep. Melissa Ziobron on Monday, May 6 will provide a State Capitol update to members of the East Hampton Senior Center. The meeting begins at 1:30 p.m.

Senior Center members are encouraged to attend and to ask the legislators any questions they may have.

The Senior Center is located at 105 Main St. near the library.

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Regional bell collectors group to meet in East Hampton – Bell Town USA

The daylong event will feature a visit by Mathew Bevin, CEO and president of Bevin Bells, who will speak at 1 p.m. followed by remarks by State Rep. Art Linares. Photo of Matt Bevin from www.keepthebellsinbelltown.com

Editor’s note – The registration deadline has been extended to Wednesday, April 24 2013.

By Brenda Sullivan | HTNP News Editor

Bell collectors and enthusiasts will meet in East Hampton, CT for a day of fun and special programs.

The New England Chapter of the American Bell Association International INC.  will hold its Spring 2013 meeting from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Angelico’s Lake House Restaurant, 81 North Main St. in East Hampton.

The public is invited to enjoy a day of displays, bell sales, and educational programs.

A preregistration fee of $15 includes lunch and must be received by April 17 (late registrations will be accepted if space allows).

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Community Resources invites you to a wine tasting

Forest City Wine & Spirits in Middletown, CT has arranged for 16 Connecticut-based distributors to provide tastings of more than 70 wines and beer. All wines and beer will be available to order at the event, with proceeds donated to MARC: Community Resources.

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Community Resources presents “Red, White & Blush: A Wine Tasting Event,” from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Beckham Hall, at Wesleyan University.

Forest City Wine & Spirits in Middletown, CT has arranged for 16 Connecticut-based distributors to provide tastings of more than 70 wines and beer.

All wines and beer will be available to order at the event, with proceeds donated to MARC: Community Resources. (I.D. is required.)

Bon Appetit will provide light fare, including hot hors d’oeuvres.

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East Hampton EDC agenda includes electric-vehicle charging station

The East Hampton Economic Development Commission’s agenda for a special meeting/workshop on April 10 includes discussion about an electric-vehicle charging station.

The East Hampton Economic Development Commission  has scheduled a workshop/special meeting for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10 at East Hampton Town Hall, in the Eaton E. Smith Meeting Room.

The agenda includes:

Creation of Specialty Work Committees

• Business Retention

• Business Development

• Policy Review

• Quality of Life

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Friends of East Hampton Village meet April 4

The group meets the first Thursday of each month to brainstorm about events and initiatives that will help support and promote East Hampton’s historic village district and its businesses. Image from cover of 2006 report.

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Friends of the East Hampton Village will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 at Higher Grounds Coffee Shop at 70 Main St. in the Village.

The group meets the first Thursday of each month to brainstorm about events and initiatives that will help support and promote the town’s historic village district and its businesses.

Meetings are open to the public.

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Sen Linares, Save programs that grow jobs

Sen. Art Linares toured Chester, CT-based manufacturer Aero-Cision on Feb. 27, 2013 as he works on bills that promote business-friendly policies to help create jobs. Contributed photo.

Submitted by Sen. Art Linares

I recently threw my support behind a bill that I believe will make Connecticut more business-friendly and help to create jobs.

This bill makes permanent the state’s temporary Job Expansion Tax Credit Program.  As the law stands now, that program is slated to end on Jan. 1, 2014.

The savings that small businesses can realize from this program are considerable.

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