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Congressman Courtney introduces bill to curb student loan costs

If Congress does nothing, borrowers who will take out the maximum $23,000 in subsidized student loans will see their interest balloon to an additional $5,200 over a 10-year repayment period and $11,300 over a 20-year repayment period.

Applications now available for state’s annual firewood lottery

Standing trees and downed wood will be sold to the lottery winners in designated two-cord lots for $60 by DEEP Foresters, as forest road conditions allow.

Columbia resident petitions for Election Day vote on library expansion

Registrar of Voters Astrid Belanger said there was an 88 percent turnout at the last presidential election and, historically, there's been a 25 percent turnout for referendums held on other dates.

Audrey May Stimson Oct 31 1925 – Jan 20 2012

by submitted press release January 23, 2012 - Obituaries

Survivors include three children Andrea Ballou of Columbia, Gregory Stimson of Colchester and Tedd Stimson of Glastonbury, CT; several grandchildren; and numerous extended family members and friends.

Firefighter’s mission is to aid Sept. 11 responders now struggling with cancer

by Jonathan Stankiewicz | Staff Writer January 22, 2012 - Areawide, Local News

Preston has another goal, and that is to get the Zadroga Act amended. The controversial federal bill was supposed to improve services and protection for 9/11 responders, but lacks coverage for cancer. “We need to get these people the help that they need,” said Preston. He noted the bill covers carpal tunnel syndrome, but not cancer.

Generations Family Health Center celebrates new home

by Heather Lake l Staff Writer January 20, 2012 - Business, Local News

Generations provides primary health, oral, and behavioral health care, case management and support services for people of all ages. It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, General Assistance, HUSKY, many managed-care programs and most insurance plans. It also offers a sliding fee scale and flexible payment arrangements for those who are eligible. It never turns anyone away for inability to pay.

Back on her feet - Sen. Prague attends ribbon-cutting

by Heather Lake l Staff Writer January 20, 2012 - Areawide, Local News

Sen. Prague said she was looking forward to a doctor’s appointment during which she hoped to receive the OK to get back behind the wheel of her car and back to business as usual. “I like my own independence,” said Prague, who said she is feeling “great.”