JobSnap to Be Featured at Ridgefield’s Annual ‘Tiger Shark Tank’ Event

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Innovative platform empowering local gig workers and service providers to showcase their skills and build steady income

Ridgefield’s Tiger Shark Tank is about empowering entrepreneurs who are creating meaningful solutions for their communities.”

— James Albis, Founder and CEO of JobSnap

RIDGEFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- JobSnap, the digital platform transforming how service providers connect with local customers, will be among the featured presenters at tonight’s Tiger Shark Tank competition hosted by the Ridgefield Economic and Community Development Commission (ECDC) at the Ridgefield Playhouse. The annual event highlights standout Connecticut startups and small businesses driving innovation and economic growth in the region.

Dubbed the “LinkedIn for service providers,” and

Memorial Walk in Honor of the 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored Regiments

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Memorial walk honoring the 160th anniversary of the 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored Regiments return from the Civil War on November 24th, 1865.

HARTFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On their return to Hartford, CT on November 24th, 1865, the 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored Regiments were met by Governor William Buckingham at Connecticut's Old State House. They were heroes, having been the first regiments to enter

Planet Home Lending Strengthens Lehigh Valley, PA, Presence

Planet Home Lending Branch Manager Jeannie Paiz

Senior Mortgage Loan Originator Richard Collazo

Buyers need a competitive advantage, and Planet gives them tools that help their purchase offers stand out”

— Planet Branch Manager Jeannie Paiz

MERIDEN, CT, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Planet Home Lending, a national mortgage lender and servicer, has broadened its retail footprint in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley with the addition of Branch Manager Jeannie Paiz (NMLS

Confidia Health Institute Launches Advanced Wound Care & Surgery Program Led by Dr. Nicholas Verdura

Dr. Nicholas Verdura, MD, FACS, CWS-P, newly appointed Medical Director of Advanced Wound Care and General Surgery at Confidia Health Institute (Plantsville, CT).

Dr. Nicholas Verdura conducting a vascular assessment with the Smart ABI+, helping patients receive precise, state-of-the-art wound care.

MolecuLight DX™ fluorescence imaging device, one of the advanced tools now available at Confidia Health Institute, allows clinicians to detect bacteria in wounds in real time — supporting faster, more effective treatment planning.

Arobella Ultrasonic Wound Debridement System, now available at Confidia Health Institute, uses advanced acoustic energy to gently and effectively remove damaged tissue while preserving healthy cells — supporting faster healing for complex wounds.

New initiative expands access to hospital-level wound care and in-office surgical procedures in Southington

With Dr. Verdura leading our wound care and surgical services, our community now has access to advanced procedures and technologies typically seen at major medical centers — right here in Southington.”

— Dr. Kevin Greene, Founder, Confidia Health Institute

SOUTHINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Confidia Health Institute is proud to announce the addition of Nicholas Verdura, MD, FACS, CWS-P, as Medical Director of Advanced Wound Care and General Surgery. With extensive training in minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Verdura now leads Confidia Advanced Wound Specialists, Confidia’s comprehensive wound care and office-based surgical program.

Dr. Verdura is double board-certified — by the

Peer-Reviewed Studies Highlight Cannabinoids’ Role in Safer Pain Management

Cannabis research: extracting plant compounds to unlock new medical therapies.

NEW HAVEN, CT, UNITED STATES, October 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mark Savaya, a wellness industry professional, draws attention to a growing body of scientific literature focusing on cannabinoids as potential non-addictive alternatives for pain management. Recent research from Yale

Bolt Printing Expands 'Best Deal' Apparel Line with New Pocket T-Shirt Offering Exceptional Value

Bolt Printing’s new BD55P Pocket T-Shirt — part of the Best Deal apparel line — offers custom printing, extended sizes, and exceptional value.

Models wearing Bolt Printing’s new BD55P Pocket T-Shirt, featuring customizable front pocket and back print options.

The new BD55P Pocket T-Shirt is $1.84 less than the current lowest-priced pocket tee and available up to 6XL + Tall sizes

Our Best Deal line reflects what Bolt Printing stands for — honest pricing, reliable quality, and fast turnaround.”

— Lana Corsano

BROOKFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bolt Printing, a leader in custom screen printing and embroidery, today announced the launch of its newest addition to the popular Best Deal apparel line — the BD55P Pocket T-Shirt.

Designed for value-conscious buyers, the BD55P is priced $1.84 below the current market low (Gildan DryBlend 8300) while offering inclusive sizing up to 6XL and Tall options. The launch

Brown Surgical Associates Expands Access to World-Class Care With Addition of 7 Fellowship-Trained Surgeons

Patients shouldn’t have to travel out of state or wait months to receive high-caliber care. We’re proud to continue expanding access to leading-edge surgical expertise right here in Rhode Island.”

— Dr. Aurora Pryor, President of Brown Surgical Associates

PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With a commitment to cutting-edge, convenient care, the Department of Surgery of Brown Health Medical Group–formerly Brown Surgical Associates–is pleased to announce that seven additional surgeons have recently joined the practice.
Already recognized for providing Rhode Island and the surrounding region with the latest surgical techniques — including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures — as

QuickFitting Launches Press and Push-to-Connect Water Heater Connectors for Fast, Flame-Free Installation

Push-to-Connect Water Heater Connectors install in seconds by simply pushing the fitting onto copper, PEX or CPVC supply lines.

SurePress Water Heater Connectors' patented design includes indication windows engineered to be visible from any angle.

New SurePress® and stainless steel push-to-connect hoses enable faster, safer installations in confined spaces with no glue or flame required

Our new connectors deliver the flexibility and speed contractors need to complete jobs efficiently, whether they're working in a cramped closet or a basement corner.”

— Director of Marketing and Product Management at QuickFitting

EAST PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- QuickFitting, a leader in plumbing and HVAC solutions, announced the launch of Water Heater Connectors, expanding the company's

Meaningful Life Counseling, a Relationship Therapist in CT, Announces Trauma‑Informed Couples Care with EMDR and EFT

Meaningful Life Counseling now offers trauma-informed couples therapy across Connecticut, integrating EFT, EMDR, and CBT for stronger emotional connection.

Our goal is to help couples understand each other beneath the conflict and build safer, more connected relationships through practical, evidence-based care.”

— Yonah Fenton, LMFT

WOODBRIDGE, CT, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Meaningful Life Counseling, led by Yonah Fenton, LMFT, today announced expanded, trauma‑informed couples care available in person in Woodbridge and via secure telehealth across Connecticut. The integrated model brings together Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help partners reduce reactivity, repair trust, and strengthen emotional connection. The announcement aligns with ongoing statewide demand for flexible, evidence‑based relationship support from an experienced relationship therapist in CT.

Connecticut couples seeking a relationship therapist can schedule a complimentary

SCSU and Conscious Business Collaborative to Host ‘Next‑Gen Leadership for a New Economy’ Summit

The Next‑Gen Leadership for a New Economy Summit will feature opening remarks from Connecticut’s Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas.

BIC’s Global Sustainability Officer Helen Sahi will hold a fireside chat at The Next‑Gen Leadership for a New Economy Summit in New Haven, CT.

Business professionals and educators behind the Conscious Business Academy — a first-of-its-kind initiative embedding values-based business practices into undergraduate education at SCSU's School of Business.

A Groundbreaking Event to Redefine Business, Purpose, and Impact

NEW HAVEN, CT, UNITED STATES, October 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After a year-long collaboration to launch the Conscious Business Academy — a first-of-its-kind initiative embedding values-based business practices into undergraduate education — Southern Connecticut State University’s School of Business and the Conscious Business Collaborative (CBC) will host their inaugural summit: Next‑Gen Leadership for a New Economy.

The full-day summit — held in collaboration

Ivey, Barnum, & O'Mara, LLC Welcomes The Honorable Anthony J. DePanfilis as Of Counsel

The Honorable Anthony J. DePanfilis

GREENWICH, CT, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ivey, Barnum & O’Mara, LLC is pleased to announce that The Honorable Anthony J. DePanfilis has joined the firm as Of Counsel. Judge DePanfilis brings with him more than forty years of distinguished legal, judicial, and public service experience.

Judge DePanfilis served for twenty-two years as

South Kent School’s Luca Alderson ’26 Shines in U.S. Debut with Top Finish at PGA Met Junior Tour Event

South Kent School Golf Program

South Kent School's Luca Alderson ’26 made a standout debut on the U.S. junior golf circuit, finishing at five-under-par to earn a top placement

His discipline, sportsmanship, and composure under pressure reflect the values we strive to instill in all our student-athletes.”

— William Whittaker, Head Coach for South Kent School's Golf Program

SOUTH KENT, CT, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- South Kent School is proud to announce that Luca Alderson ’26 made a standout debut on the U.S. junior golf circuit, finishing at five-under-par to earn a top placement at the PGA Metropolitan Section Junior Tour Future Series, held at Beekman Country Club.

Competing in the Boys 12–18 Division, Alderson

Mattatuck Museum MIXMASTER 2026 Juried Members Exhibition: CALL FOR ARTISTS

Mixmaster Juried Art Show submissions due 11/17

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The Mattatuck Museum’s annual juried show returns to spotlight regional talent and fresh artistic voices from CT and the Tri-State area

WATERBURY, CT, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Mattatuck Museum’s annual MIXMASTER is an exhibition that seeks to discover and recognize the talents of the Museum’s artists members working in New England and the Tri-state region. Initiated to support and recognize contemporary art, MIXMASTER provides an opportunity for established and emerging

Aqua Science Expands Range of Durable Well Pressure Tanks

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Well Pressure Tanks

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Pressure Water Tank

Recent conversations with installers and water treatment professionals emphasized the need for broader size offerings and improved longevity.

WYOMING, RI, UNITED STATES, October 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aqua Science, a leader in advanced water system technologies, today announced a significant expansion of its well pressure tank product line. The updated offering delivers enhanced durability, increased compatibility, and longer service life, addressing the growing demand for more reliable water pressure tank solutions across residential, agricultural, and commercial applications.

Driven by long-standing customer feedback

Connecticut Counseling Group Expands Holistic Mental Health Services to Support the Trumbull Community

TRUMBULL, CT, UNITED STATES, October 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Connecticut Counseling Group is expanding its mission to strengthen the Trumbull community by offering a holistic approach to mental health counseling. The practice is devoted to helping individuals, families, children, and couples find healing, balance, and connection through comprehensive, compassionate care.

Connecticut Counseling Group’s team of licensed mental health therapists provides a wide

MetaLab by Confidia Showcases Advanced Performance Testing at CrossFit Factory Summer Slam

Dr. Kevin Greene, founder of Confidia Health, reviews ANS (Pulse Wave Analysis) results with an athlete during the Factory Summer Slam CrossFit competition.

Mike DeAngelo, owner of CrossFit Factory Square, and his family stop by the MetaLab by Confidia booth during Factory Summer Slam in Southington, CT.

Dr. Kevin Greene, founder of Confidia Health, cheers on competitors during the Factory Summer Slam CrossFit competition.

Dr. Kevin Greene, founder of Confidia Health, participates in ANS (Pulse Wave Analysis) testing at the MetaLab by Confidia booth during the Factory Summer Slam CrossFit event.

An athlete undergoes ANS (Pulse Wave Analysis) testing at the MetaLab by Confidia booth during the Factory Summer Slam CrossFit competition.

Athletes and Families Across New England Experience the Future of Health and Performance Optimization

MetaLab by Confidia was created to give athletes and everyday individuals access to real data about their bodies — insights they can use to recover smarter, train stronger, and live longer.”

— Dr. Kevin Greene, Founder, Confidia Health Institute

SOUTHINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- MetaLab by Confidia, Connecticut’s first comprehensive longevity and metabolic testing center, brought its cutting-edge technology to the Factory Summer Slam CrossFit competition on July 26, 2025. The event drew

Emerging Scientists Awarded Grants to Fund Critical Pancreatic and Pediatric Brain Cancer Research

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The Hopper-Belmont Foundation announces its 2025 Inspiration Awards in recognition and funding to advance research.

Each year, we are inspired by the breadth of talent, innovation, and determination shown by our applicants and awardees.”

— Ally Hopper, HBF Board Director

COS COB, CT, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Hopper-Belmont Foundation (HBF) is honoring four of the nation’s most innovative early-career cancer researchers with the HBF Inspiration Award. Since the Foundation’s inception in 2019, 25 grantees have received crucial

Emerest Home Care of Connecticut Opens Waterbury Facility to Expand Caregiver and Patient Support

Emerest Home Care of Connecticut celebrates the grand opening of its new Waterbury facility, the first in the state to offer spa and self-care services for home health aides.

Emerest Opens Connecticut’s First Facility Offering Spa and Self-care Services for Home Health Aides, Setting a New Statewide Standard for Caregiver Wellness.

Caregivers are the foundation of home care. By investing in their well-being, Emerest ensures more compassionate, consistent support for patients and stronger communities across Connecticut.”

— Josh Klein, CEO and Co-Founder, Emerest Health

WATERBURY, CT, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS

• Grand opening and ribbon cutting for Emerest Home Care of Connecticut’s new Waterbury facility - Sunday, October 26, 2025

• First facility in Connecticut to provide spa and self-care services for home health aides

• Emerest has served and grown in Connecticut for more than 10 years, strengthening caregiver wellness and patient care statewide

WATERBURY, Conn., October 22, 2025 - Emerest Home Care of Connecticut today

DreamFi, a Financial Platform Co-Founded by Ben Crump, Names Dana L. Cox VP of Product Management and Development

The DreamFi app will expand financial access and help families work towards financial stability and building generational wealth

DreamFi was created to help level the playing field and give people the financial power to improve their lives.”

— Don Ross, CEO DreamFi

STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- DreamFi, the financial platform co-founded by renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump, announced the appointment of Dana L. Cox as vice president of product management and development.

Cox brings more than 25 years of leadership in

ClaimInformatics and Detego Health Partner to Eliminate Conflicts of Interest in Claims Processing for Self-Funded Plans

Partners for True, Independent Claims Oversight For Self-Funded Plans

The Hidden Risks Facing Self-Funded Health Plans — Learn How Fiduciary Oversight, Data Transparency, and Independent Payment Integrity Safeguard Plan Assets and Protect Members from Costly Errors.

Independent Pre-Payment Review Platform Integrated with Transparent Network Enablement Ensures Fiduciary Accountability for Self-Funded Employers

The Claiminformatics-Detego Health partnership separates oversight from payment operations—bringing transparency, accountability, and true fiduciary protection back to self-funded plans.”

— Stephen Carrabba, CEO, Claiminformatics

BLOOMFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- ClaimInformatics (CI), a leading payment integrity and fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA) detection platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Detego Health, an innovative Third-Party Administrator (TPA).

The alliance addresses a fundamental industry

GetHairMD Partners with Dr. Neil A. Gordon to Bring Personalized, Non-Surgical Hair Restoration to Fairfield County, CT

Dr. Neil Gordon

Non-invasive hair loss solutions and protocols now available exclusively through Splitrock Surgical in Wilton, CT

His deep expertise in facial anatomy and natural aesthetics is exactly the caliber of leadership we seek when granting exclusive territory rights.”

— Trace Herchman, President of GetHairMD

WILTON, CT, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Splitrock Surgical has partnered with GetHairMD to introduce advanced, non-surgical hair restoration for their patients, expanding local access to the proven combination therapy hair restoration program.

Led by Dr. Neil A. Gordon, an internationally

Attorney and CPA Bruce D. Sawyer of Cumberland Explains How to Avoid Estate Planning Tax Mistakes for HelloNation

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What can families do to prevent unnecessary tax burdens from diminishing the value of an inheritance?

An outdated estate plan can unintentionally increase tax exposure and create confusion for surviving family members”

— Bruce D. Sawyer CPA

CUMBERLAND, RI, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- What can families do to prevent unnecessary tax burdens from diminishing the value of an inheritance? According to a HelloNation article, Attorney and Certified Public Accountant Bruce D. Sawyer of Bruce D. Sawyer Attorney at Law CPA in Cumberland, Rhode Island, says the answer begins with understanding how different assets are taxed and how coordinated estate planning can protect beneficiaries from common mistakes.

Many individuals assume that drafting a will or

Andrea M. Doyle MD Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Announces Grand Opening Celebration in West Warwick RI

An Evening of Elegance Celebrating Beauty, Renewal, and 21 Years of Excellence

WEST WARWICK, RI, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Andrea M. Doyle MD Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is pleased to announce its Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Dr. Doyle and her team invite patients, community members, and local partners to join them for “An Evening of Elegance,” an opportunity to

The Providence Journal Names CME Corp a RI Top Workplaces Winner For a 5th Consecutive Year

This recognition belongs to our employees. They make CME a place where people can do the best work of their careers, grow, and win together. Five years running tells me our culture isn’t a tagline.”

— KC Meleski, President CME Corp.

WARWICK, RI, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- CME Corp. has been awarded the Providence Journal Top Workplaces honor for a fifth consecutive year.

CEO Normand Chevrette has also been recognized with a Top Workplace 2025 Leadership award. While honored to have been acknowledged, Norm is quick to

Allison Markova Named Director of Technology Transfer & Innovation Partnerships at the URI Research Foundation

Allison Markova Joins URIRF as Director of Technology Transfer & Innovation Partnerships

Her appointment reflects the Research Foundation’s growing momentum in building a robust innovation ecosystem at URI and beyond.

KINGSTON, RI, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The University of Rhode Island Research Foundation (URIRF) has appointed Allison Markova as its new Director of Technology Transfer & Innovation Partnerships. In this role, she will work closely with URIRF and University of Rhode Island (URI) leadership to strengthen technology transfer practices, expand commercialization pathways, and help connect URI discoveries with partners across academia, industry, and government.

Markova joins an effort already gaining strong

Confidia Health Institute Unveils MetaLab: First-of-Its-Kind Longevity & Metabolic Testing Center in Connecticut

Dr. Kevin Greene, founder of Confidia Health Institute, officially opens MetaLab by Confidia in Bristol, CT, on August 16, 2025 — marking the launch of Connecticut’s first comprehensive longevity and metabolic testing lab.

Dr. Kevin Greene, founder of Confidia Health Institute, shares a moment with DJ KG during the MetaLab Grand Opening celebration in Bristol, CT, on August 16, 2025.

Guests tour the new MetaLab by Confidia facility, exploring advanced longevity and metabolic testing during the Grand Opening celebration.

A young guest enjoys face painting at the MetaLab Grand Opening — with the artist traveling more than two hours from New York to join the celebration.

MetaLab CSO, PJ Schrantz, takes the plunge in the dunk tank, bringing fun and team spirit to the Grand Opening celebration in Bristol, CT.

The new MetaLab facility pioneers cutting-edge health testing and personalized care programs designed to optimize longevity, vitality, and performance.

MetaLab represents the future of wellness and preventive care. Our goal is to provide people with actionable data, a medical partner to interpret it, and a plan that evolves with them.”

— Dr. Kevin Greene, Founder, Confidia Health Institute

BRISTOL, CT, UNITED STATES, October 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Confidia Health Institute officially opened the doors to MetaLab by Confidia, marking the launch of Connecticut’s first comprehensive longevity and metabolic testing center — bringing multiple advanced diagnostics together under one roof. The Grand Opening, held on August 16, 2025, welcomed patients, families, and community members to experience Connecticut’s newest facility dedicated to longevity, metabolism, and performance.

The celebration blended fun and education,