Catherine Blinder

Chief Education and Outreach Officer, @CTDCP. Either working or wandering the streets of the West End.

Thoughts my own.

[UConn Huskies @UConnHuskies]

It’s official 🖊

It’s HUSKY WEEKEND! Make sure you wear blue and #BleedBlue  all weekend long, Connecticut!

[Governor Ned Lamont @GovNedLamont]

Check out @CTDMV's new website ➡️ https://t.co/RTIRZDFqJF

💻Do more online so you don't have to visit an office

⏲️If you need to visit an office, schedule an appointment online and reduce wait times

Easier, faster, better.

[CTCovid19Response @Covid19Ct]

As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to become available to more people, they should be aware of potential scams related to the vaccine and be on the lookout for certain warning signs that can help them avoid being scammed.

For more tips: https://t.co/daTQ3n5ZqU

[Catherine Blinder @cblinder3]

I hope everyone is having a nice holiday. I'm here with my new best friend, Seamus (he might be a little suspicious of you) - but he's excited to meet everybody soon!

[Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz @LGSusanB]

Have you received your absentee ballot application in the mail?

👇👇👇
✅Fill it out completely
✅Sign and date it
✅Send it back in the provided envelope—no postage required!
✅Or you can drop it off at your town hall’s secure ballot drop box

[Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection @CTDCP]

Watch this video from the @FTC to learn how scammers convince people to part with their hard-earned money - and how you can use this information to avoid being a victim of scams. https://t.co/gIp1dh0WA3

[CIFC @CIFCconnect]

Free COVID testing at 120 Main St. Friday morning 8:30-10:30. Appointments STRONGLY encouraged and symptoms not required! Call now at 203-456-1413

[NJ Department of Children and Families @NJDCF]

REMEMBER: Masks are mandatory indoors AND outdoors where social distancing is not possible.😷

#MaskUp to help keep all NJ families #safehealthyconnected.

[Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection @CTDCP]

Yesterday, the Regulations Review Committee of the General Assembly met, and approved two new conditions for the state's medical marijuana program. Get the details in yesterday's release here: https://t.co/oYWoZfBj8t #MedicalMarijuana

[Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection @CTDCP]

Social distancing is keeping many of us in significantly smaller groups this weekend, but probably isn't stopping us from grilling in in our backyard.
Keep #FoodSafety in mind when preparing food for your friends and family. Get more info from the @USDA:

https://t.co/7SlXTsuCUi

[Luke Bronin @LukeBronin]

In the coming days, COVID19 tests will be available at *8* locations in #Hartford— in addition to mobile testing & with more likely open soon. You do not need symptoms, you do not need insurance, you do not need a prescription. #GetTested

[Governor Ned Lamont @GovNedLamont]

ICYMI: Roundtable discussion of the education committee of the Reopen Connecticut Advisory Group https://t.co/2GdmRYpA2C

[Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection @CTDCP]

Come work with us! Check out the opening for License And Applications Analyst: https://t.co/cvyB6wOF4V

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

[Aging_Disability_CT @ADS__CT]

Looking for a way to come together and show all the Moms at your long term care facility how much they mean to you? Coordinate your efforts with your local Nursing home and Families on a time to decorate your car and parade for your loved ones!

[Catherine Blinder @cblinder3]

Join me for an online book launch (through the @TwainHouse) for my friend, Amity Gaige. 7pm tonight! Join here: https://t.co/qsO5aJ1rQT

[Catherine Blinder @cblinder3]

A number of us have already had home improvement projects start this year - but - now, more than ever it's important to get it done right (so you don't end up with more problems than you started with).

Check out this thread from @CTDCP for more tips!

[Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection @CTDCP]

✏️ Always have a written contract, and be sure you understand it before signing

🚨 If you have a complaint or issue, visit https://t.co/bU2Wddoey6.

[Catherine Blinder @cblinder3]

@CTDCP Please read today's newsletter about scam artists that target the elderly, and home-bound. And, don't forget to check in on your family members who need you. We're all in this together.

[Catherine Blinder @cblinder3]

@CTDCP @FTC This thread is important. Thank you to all of our friends at the @FTC for warning out scam artists that we know are targeting those who are already vulnerable during this pandemic.

[Governor Ned Lamont @GovNedLamont]

HAPPENING SOON: I will hold a news briefing to provide updates on Connecticut's #COVID19 response efforts today at 6:00 p.m.

📺Watch it live online here: https://t.co/Q9OrRMMT9s