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News From The Sustainable Essex Committee

The Sustainable Essex Committee has a number of goals and initiatives that it is currently working on and making headway on achieving.

News From The Sustainable Essex Committee
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Black Bears In The Tri-Towns, Be Aware!

The black bear population throughout the state of Connecticut is increasing and we are seeing more of them in the tri-towns.

Black Bears In The Tri-Towns, Be Aware!
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Cedar Lake In Chester Is Open

Cedar Lake is open, with a lifeguard on duty from 10 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. Non-resident park passes are available for $120.

Cedar Lake In Chester Is Open
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Open Floor Teen Night In Deep River

Looking for a place to express yourself? Come to open floor teen night on June 25th at 500 Main in Deep River.

Open Floor Teen Night In Deep River
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Liberty Bank Closing Essex Branch

The Essex Librety Bank branch slated to be closed by Oct. 1. The Deep River branch will remain open.

Liberty Bank Closing Essex Branch
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Celebrate Founders Day In Essex

Saturday, June 12 celebrate Founders Day at the Essex Library at 11 a.m.

Celebrate Founders Day In Essex
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Free Rides To The Beach This Summer

The ParkConneCT buses will operate without collecting fares on Saturdays, Sundays, Independence Day and Labor Day.

Free Rides To The Beach This Summer
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Music In The Park In Essex

Looking for an outdoor event to relax and unwind with friends and family?

Music In The Park In Essex