KENT, Conn. — The Kent Land Trust will hold a volunteer work day May 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. Stewardship Manager Angus Gracey will lead the event to restore the […]
Monthly Archives: May 2025
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Senior center program to focus on KAA history
KENT, Conn. — A history program that explores the beginning of the Kent Art Association and its influence and impact on the community will be held Wednesday, May 21, at […]
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May 16 reception to open KAA spring show
The Kent Art Association will open its spring juried show with a reception Friday, May 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. Following the reception, the show will be on view […]
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News Roundup: housing, zoning, and trooper updates
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN DEVELOPING KENT, Conn.—Dainius Virbickas, principal at Artel Engineering Group in Brookfield, visited the Sewer Commission this week for a preliminary discussion about waste systems at a proposed affordable […]
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Feds cut funds for school counselors
KENT, Conn.—Region 1 Superintendent of Schools Brady-Shanley asked the Board of Education at its Wednesday, May 14, meeting to consider financial support for the continued employment of part-time social workers/counselors […]
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School board increases tuition costs
KENT, Conn.—The Board of Education voted Wednesday, May 15, to increase tuition for non-resident students from $4,500 for a first child and $2,250 for a second family member to $4,595 […]
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Book Sale is a ‘big draw’ for locals and visitors
KENT, Conn. — A summer-long tradition that continues to grow in popularity is about to kick off in town. Kent Memorial Library’s annual Book Sale at will open Memorial Day […]
Posted inArt news, exhibits & more
Peggy Mercury announces weekend events
KENT, Conn. — Peggy Mercury is more than an apothecary and accessories shop. It is a destination for those looking for unique discussion, presentations, and exhibits that explore a variety […]
Posted inBusiness
NHCOG announced new employees
LITCHFIELD, Conn.—The Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG), of which Kent is a member, has announced the appointments of Annmarie Ryan and Erik Shortell to grant financial manager and director […]
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Mozart in May returns to Kent
KENT, CONN.—Alliteratively speaking, May is the month the musical world celebrates Mozart, with organizations such the august Metropolitan Opera historically featuring performances of his operas. Not to be outdone, the […]
