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Education: Connecticut’s leading education groups are urging Gov. Ned Lamont to reject a federal school-voucher tax credit, warning it could weaken public schools and reduce support for students. Student Achievements: Two students from Farmington and Cheshire have been named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars, while Berlin High biology teacher Christopher Wisniewski was named the state’s 2027 Teacher of the Year. Arts: UConn’s Jorgensen Gallery is hosting “Bill Parker: A Matter of Influence,” honoring the longtime photography educator and mentor; a reception is scheduled for Thursday. Career Pathways: A new EMT class at Southington High School is preparing 20 students to qualify for the national certification exam. Local Pride: West Haven basketball standout Abdou Toure, a former Notre Dame High star, has signed with rapper Rod Wave’s sports agency as he begins his college season at Arkansas. Getting Around: Construction has begun on an Enfield train station that will restore passenger rail service to town for the first time since 1986.

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Oct. 27, 2026

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Education leaders urge Lamont to reject federal voucher plan

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Dolores Huerta, Farmworker Rights Activist Who Coined 'Sí Se Puede,' Dies at 96

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PHOTOS: Labor leader and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta through the years

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Employers classified under the Utilities industry file 40 H-1B petitions in Connecticut throughout 2025

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Need health insurance? Here’s how 2027 ACA options may affect immigrants and more

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University of Connecticut has highest in-state tuition and fees among Connecticut public universities

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Dias & Tulane Place Third In Connecticut

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Supreme Court Leaves Biden-Era Deportation Delay Rule Blocked in Immigration Court Dispute

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