Vocational Training Is Back as Firms Pair With High Schools to Groom Workers
12 Sep 2018
Economic Development
Gabe Schorner never considered himself a good student until he enrolled in his high
school’s new welding program, where, in an industrial-style classroom, Mr. Schorner found himself enchanted by the molten metal and its bright blue glow as he molded it. The skills he picked up led directly to a full-time offer from Electric Boat, the Rhode Island-based submarine manufacturer, where he is now making $16.50 an hour.
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In 1892, Fairview opened its doors to our first patients, but it wasn't until 1893 that the organization received its charter, making this year a special one for Fairview. On Saturday, despite threats of rain, the organization celebrated a fun afternoon commemorating 125 years since receiving its charter.
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The Mystic Museum of Art and state Sen. Heather Somers, R-Groton, are scheduled to announce Saturday that the museum will commission a sculpture using ocean plastic debris to raise awareness of the problem of pollution in the world’s oceans.
The announcement is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. at the museum on Water...
The CT LIVE! team traveled the state in search of the top lobster roll in the Connecticut. With lots of options to choose from, this is our Top 10. You can't go wrong with any of these delicious choices.
10. S & P Oyster Company, Mystic
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