98 years old and counting: Igbozue Connecticut, USA, celebrates with Professor Austin Okwu

Professor Austin, Ike, and Joe

Professor Austin, Joe, and Mayor Eicker of New Haven

Friends and some members of Igbozue Organization

NEW HAVEN, CONNECTICUT, USA, May 29, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On May 21, Professor (and former Nigerian-Biafran Ambassador) Austin Okwu celebrated his 98th birthday at his home in New Haven, Connecticut, surrounded by his friends and family. The event was organized by Igbozue Connecticut USA, a social-cultural organization of Nigerian Igbos living in Connecticut, which Professor Okwu co-founded.

What an auspicious day it was! As the

RI School Districts Eligible for Clean School Bus Replacement through EPA Investments from $5 Billion Infrastructure Law

PROVIDENCE, RI – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is announcing that under the new Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Rhode Island school districts and other eligible school bus operators and contractors can apply to begin replacing their fleets of school buses with clean, American-made, zero-emission buses through the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) new Clean School Bus Program.

Beginning May 20 through Aug. 19, 2022, school districts that apply for

Celebrate Summer and Try Something New Outside with the DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife's Nature-Based Programs

PROVIDENCE, RI – Long days, warm weather, and outdoor fun are on the horizon. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management's (DEM) Division of Fish and Wildlife will be hosting lots of fun, nature-based educational programs this summer. From clamming days and fly tying to bird walks and bat counting, there's something for everyone. Join the Aquatic Resource Education, Hunter Education, and Wildlife Outreach staff to learn about Rhode Island's fish and wildlife resources or to try out a new outdoor skill this summer!

Most of the programs being offered are free of charge and family-friendly. Visit

Raimondo names the artist to paint her official gubernatorial portrait

The Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) announced that former Governor Gina M. Raimondo has selected Patricia Watwood, of Brooklyn, N.Y., to paint her official gubernatorial portrait.

Chosen from a field of 350 applicants, the official portrait selection committee of

Rhode Islanders Reminded to be Prepared for Harmful Algae Blooms this Summer

RHODE ISLAND, May 27 - With the weather turning warmer and recreational activities on lakes, ponds, and rivers set to increase, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are reminding all Rhode Islanders to be on the lookout for harmful algae blooms.

In freshwaters, blooms are caused by blue-green algae, also known as

McKee-Matos Administration Pilots Cross-Government Collaboration to Empower High School Students and Local Minority-Owned Businesses

PROVIDENCE, RI — The McKee-Matos administration was joined today by Lincoln Town Administrator Phil Gould to launch the pilot of the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Incubator Program, a cross-government collaboration that helps prepare high school students for entrepreneurial opportunities after high school, specifically focused on the trades and minority-owned businesses.

“One of my first priorities as Governor was rectifying Rhode Island’s failure to

Enable Highly Precise Measurements up to 40 GHz with 2.92 mm Connectors

Amphenol RF introduces 2.92 mm interface as part of a broad portfolio of connectors designed for precision laboratory use and SATCOM applications.

Amphenol (NYSE:APH)

DANBURY, CT, UNITED STATES, May 26, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce the 2.92 mm connector interface into its robust portfolio of RF interconnect options. This connector series is engineered to offer low VSWR and excellent return and insertion loss, along with high power handling capabilities. 2.92 mm connectors, sometimes referred to as

LendVer Reviews Stearns Bank N.A. and Names it the 2022 Best Business Bank Account Provider

Stearns Bank N.A. named the 2022 Best Business Bank Account Provider

The reputable and free database of vetted Best lenders and service providers announces industry leader in business banking

Stearns Bank’s FDIC-insured BusinessSmart™ checking account is a must for any business owner looking for a transparent business checking account that earns above-market interest”

— lendver.com

WILTON, CONNECTICUT, UNITED STATES, May 25, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- LendVer, the reputable database of vetted business and investment property lenders and service providers has finalized its review process for the 2022 Best Business Bank Account, and has selected St. Cloud, MN based Stearns Bank National Association.

Founded in 1912, the bank was acquired by Norm Skalicky in 1964. His daughter Kelly Skalicky became president in 2018, and later was named president and CEO. As a commercial bank primarily focused on cultivating and supporting the success of its business owner clients, Stearns Bank has built a reputation of integrity and

HMG Strategy’s Executive Leadership Summits Ranked Among the Top 10 Live and Hybrid Tech Events for 2022

Business Chief Magazine heralds HMG’s one-day leadership summits for delivering ‘world-class thought leadership’ along with ‘unique insights into best practices…involving leadership, management, technology and career development.’

WESTPORT, Conn., May 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HMG Strategy, the World’s #1 digital platform for enabling technology executives to reimagine the enterprise and reshape the business world, is honored to be listed among the Top 10 Live and Hybrid Tech Events for 2022 across the world by Business Chief Magazine. HMG Strategy’s highly interactive events bring together the world’s most distinguished and innovative business

Attorney General Tong Announces $19.2 Million Multistate Settlement with Ford Motor Company

Hartford, CT -- Attorney General William Tong today announced a $19.2 million multistate settlement with Ford Motor Company regarding claims that Ford falsely advertised the real-world fuel economy of model year 2013–2014 C-Max hybrids and the payload capacity of model year 2011–2014 Super Duty pickup trucks. Connecticut will receive $253,229.65 from the settlement. Ford has separately paid $35 million in direct restitution to C-MAX lessees and owners.

“Gas is a huge expense for Connecticut families. Decreased fuel efficiency

BREAKING: Firefighters Battling Newport, RI Hotel Fire

BREAKING: Newport, Rhode Island - Firefighters from area departments tonight are battling a 4-alarm Hotel fire at 151 Admiral Kalbfus in Newport, Rhode Island.

Partial collapse reported. 

Stay with us for the latest.

Insuritas Launches BUNDLE, the World’s First Fully Embedded Digital Insurance Agency Solution

BUNDLE, the next-generation insurance platform, will now be available to Financial Institutions, Retailers, and Merchant apps in the US.

BUNDLE will generate additional scale, reach and speed of market to seamlessly deliver new innovative, digital insurance offers to customers”

— Matt Chesky, President of Insuritas

EAST WINDSOR, CT, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Insuritas announces its latest product solution, Bundle by Insuritas. Bundle delivers a suite of embedded solutions that enable retail apps, financial institutions, payment, and retail platforms to “bundle” insurance products within their existing customer ecosystem or marketplace through their own private labeled, full-service insurance agency. These embedded agencies allow the agency owners to expand customer wallet share, increase customer retention, and build large-scale recurring revenue.

A unique Agency-as-a-Service Model -

Leading Boldly and Authentically in a Time of Extreme Turbulence Will Drive the Discussion at the 2022 New Jersey CIO Executive Leadership Summit on May 17

This popular in-person event will also explore the role of the technology leader as a cultural change agent

WESTPORT, Conn., May 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HMG Strategy, the World’s #1 digital platform for enabling technology executives to reimagine the enterprise and reshape the business world, is excited to be hosting its 2022 New Jersey CIO Executive Leadership Summit on May 17. HMG Strategy’s highly interactive events bring

Jeff Works - Trumbull, CT: Launches New, Comprehensive Plan for Co-Working Experience

A Modern Workspace for The Modern Worker

TRUMBULL, Conn., May 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jeff Works, a new, incredibly affordable co-working space for remote workers, opened its doors in Trumbull in March of this year, with a flexible, convenient, and affordable Hot Desk plan, all managed from your smartphone. Today Trumbull's Hawley Lane Mall location announces the new Dedicated Desk plan. Based on member feedback from the original Hot Desk model, the new Dedicated Desk provides additional services and accommodations for a top-of-the-line co-working experience. Jeff Works' workspaces are designed to counter the

FREE Tickets! Clean Ocean Access to Host Shrink Wrap Collection Event at Mystic Aquarium on Saturday, May 21st.

Contact our Shrink Wrap Recycling Program Manager, Egidia Vergano, at swr@cleanoceanaccess.org with any questions.

We're inviting all boaters to responsibly dispose of their shrink wrap!

CONNECTICUT , UNITED STATES, May 10, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- You protected your boat - now protect the environment! Clean Ocean Access (COA) is inviting all boaters to responsibly dispose of their shrink wrap.

Join us at Mystic Aquarium’s Milne Center for a one-day collection event on Saturday, May 21 from 9 am to 1 pm.

This event is free and open to the public.

Precipio Signs First IV-Cell Customer Agreement

Laboratory operating both HemeScreen® & IV-Cell® demonstrates significant cross-sell potential

NEW HAVEN, Conn., May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Specialty cancer diagnostics company Precipio, Inc. (NASDAQ: PRPO), announced today that American Oncology Network (AON) of Fort Myers, Florida, has completed its validation of Precipio’s proprietary IV-Cell® culture media, and will adopt the product for use in its clinical cytogenetics laboratory.

The adoption of IV-Cell by industry leader AON demonstrates Precipio’s ability

Inclusive Prosperity Capital, Inc. raises $13 Million from MacArthur, McKnight, and Kresge Foundations to support the deployment of clean energy upgrades in underserved markets

HARTFORD, Conn., May 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inclusive Prosperity Capital, Inc. (IPC) has raised $13 million of program- related investments (PRI) from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, McKnight Foundation, and The Kresge Foundation to support the capitalization and deployment of accessible clean energy upgrades across the nation. Created in 2018, IPC’s mission is to ensure everyone has access to the benefits of clean energy. IPC’s programs and products are designed to