Conn Alum Challenges Two Term Incumbent in 38th House District
Conn alum Baird Welch-Collins ‘18 is running against Kathleen McCarty, a two term incumbent, currently serving the 38th House District which emcompasses Waterford and parts of Montville. 45 years younger than McCarty, Welch-Collins represents a new voice that he says will advocate for progressive measures.
Connecticut Gubernatorial Candidate Ned Lamont Releases Tax Returns
Democratic candidate for governor in CT, Ned Lamont has released partial information about his state and federal taxes over the past five years. Though they do not show his net worth, they do provide insights into his finances on an annual basis. Republican candidate Bob Stefanowski has promised to release his tax returns as well.
Groton Woman Charged with Racial Intimidation after Defacing Photos
Laurie L. Scheetz, 52, was charged on Oct. 18 with one count each of intimidation by bigotry or bias and third-degree criminal mischief. Scheetz allegedly objected to her daughter’s boyfriend, and tore up photos of him, along with writing racial epithets on the photos and destroying some of his clothing. She was released on a $5,000 bond and is scheduled to appear Nov. 1 in the Norwich Superior Court.
