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Farmington’s council opened 2026 with rules, a Wells Drive road dispute, a fund-balance target shift, and major votes on tech, lighting, and a police generator.
Jack Beckett·Jan 17, 2026
Brian FX Connolly defeats Joe Capodiferro in a rare shift for Farmington, marking the town’s first Democratic leadership since the 1950s.
Jack Beckett·Nov 5, 2025
The federal shutdown enters its 34th day as Connecticut mobilizes a $3 million emergency response to the SNAP suspension affecting 360,000 residents. Municipal elections Tuesday test Trump effect loca
Jack Beckett·Nov 3, 2025
Farmington’s Nov. 4 municipal ballot lists 40 candidates across town offices—from Probate Judge to Constable—with voting 6 a.m.–8 p.m. and early voting through Nov. 2.
Jack Beckett·Nov 3, 2025
Farmington’s Board of Education voted Oct. 27, 2025, to appoint Jess M. Giannini superintendent for a three-year term beginning Jan. 5, 2026, after an eight-month CABE-led search. 🎓
Jack Beckett·Nov 2, 2025
Federal shutdown enters day 24. Connecticut faces $14.3B in federal funding risk. State prepares emergency backfill as SNAP deadline looms. November 1 brings a crisis point. Surplus may not survive.
Jack Beckett·Oct 26, 2025
Farmington’s Nov. 4 ballot, race by race: every office, candidate, and voting detail—plus how district seats work and where to vote early—sourced to official state and party materials.
Jack Beckett·Oct 23, 2025
Farmington’s week ahead: wetlands meet on Oct 1, absentee ballots start Oct 3, party meetings and voter-outreach run all weekend—plus statewide debates and civic events to watch from home.
Jack Beckett·Sep 28, 2025
Connecticut politics in four days: stalled turbines, mail-in ballots defended, council audits, and a Farmington ballot lottery that shows democracy still works—paper slips and all.
Jack Beckett·Aug 26, 2025
Hartford’s week: gun bill signed, DOJ’s “sanctuary” list updated, a federal probe widens, Bloomfield’s mayor sets a resignation date, and the arena sportsbook’s financing gets fresh scrutiny.\
Jack Beckett·Aug 10, 2025
Unionville Historic District Commission approves a new Shaker-style fiberglass door at 48 Cottage Street and votes to join UConn’s free “Their Story” oral-history platform.
Jack Beckett·Jul 14, 2025
Highlands neighbors press for crosswalks as council green‑lights a $1 million Tunxis Mead overhaul and delays polling‑place changes. Parking, pizza, and carnival fireworks all share the dais. 🚧🎡
Jack Beckett·Jul 11, 2025
Blumenthal, Murphy & Hayes scorch GOP budget cuts, Pentagon’s Ukraine pause, and a birth‑right ruling—warning of national fallout that Farmington will feel soon enough.
Jack Beckett·Jul 7, 2025
CT’s Senate duo and Rep. Larson torch the GOP budget and warn Farmington about looming health-care and Social Security hits in a week of blistering Capitol Hill sound-bites.
Jack Beckett·Jul 2, 2025
Gov. Ned Lamont touts universal pre‑K, defends housing push, eyes tariff‑era manufacturing—and admits the 2026 re‑election clock is ticking. 🐻 🏗️ 🚸
Jack Beckett·Jun 29, 2025
Capitol‑Hill Ping‑Pong, Explained ☕️ Washington dealt Connecticut a full deck this week. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy issued statements on Iran strikes, airport grants, broadband funds
Jack Beckett·Jun 28, 2025
Blumenthal slams Trump’s $45 M parade; Murphy calls Iran strikes illegal. The senators’ June salvos echo in Farmington, where 801 veterans and 3.5 % of households feel policy stakes.
Jack Beckett·Jun 23, 2025
From Rainfall to Runoff: 1,600 lbs Collected Democrats Out-Bag Republicans (Again) Farmington, CT — May 6, 2025The town’s annual Earth Day cleanup might have been dampened by rain, but it didn’t stop
Jack Beckett·May 9, 2025
Farmington’s Historic District Commission votes to expand the historic district, but not before tackling a conflict of interest and a quiet reminder that old houses come with new rules.
Jack Beckett·Apr 23, 2025
Former Connecticut officials Konstantinos Diamantis and Christopher Ziogas face federal corruption charges tied to canceled Medicaid audits and secret payments. 🏛️💸
Jack Beckett·Mar 1, 2025
Capitol Report dives into Eversource’s $82M cuts and its clash with PURA. What it means for ratepayers and the future of CT energy. Watch the full episode on YouTube.
Jack Beckett·Jan 6, 2025
Catch up on Farmington’s latest meeting: new contractors, key votes, quotes, and plans for the future. Watch the full meeting now! 🚧🗳️
Jack Beckett·Dec 12, 2024
Dinesh D’Souza’s 2000 Mules fed election conspiracy theories with debunked data. Why memes, not facts, convinced millions. 🐴
Jack Beckett·Dec 5, 2024
The latest Farmington Zoning Board meeting: big votes on carports and fire-damaged homes. Find out who gets a rebuild, and thank you to Farmington Storage for being epic
Jack Beckett·Nov 21, 2024
Election results are here! Farmington votes from top to bottom—sponsored by Farmington Storage, our local heroes keeping us safe (and our stuff stored) this election season 🏠.
Jack Beckett·Nov 6, 2024
High-stakes decisions await Farmington voters on Election Day, from Chris Murphy’s Senate bid to local zoning and education board races. Get the full story on what’s at stake.
Jack Beckett·Nov 5, 2024
SCOTUS backs Virginia’s purge of nearly 1,800 voters days before Election Day, despite NVRA’s 90-day rule. Here’s what this means for voting rights nationwide.
Peter Cellino·Oct 31, 2024
All things early voting in Farmington, CT, right here! Plus, a funny shoutout to Farmington Storage 📦 for making democracy easier.
Jack Beckett·Oct 29, 2024
The 1984 Indiana Bloody Eighth recount changed American politics, inspiring Newt Gingrich’s combative GOP tactics and shaping election battles today.
Peter Cellino·Oct 26, 2024
Read a Damn Book, America—Before It’s Too Late By Jack Beckett Farmington Mercury Alright, America. Let’s talk. In a country that’s managed to invent fast food delivery, binge-watch entire seasons in
Jack Beckett·Oct 7, 2024
Americans aren’t reading enough, and it’s wrecking our democracy. Reading more is essential for informed voting. Special thanks to Farmington Storage, where your unread books stay fresh!
Jack Beckett·Oct 6, 2024
Tired of your general election options? That’s because you missed the primaries, where the real choices are made. Voting in primaries is how we get better candidates (and museum-quality air at Farming
Jack Beckett·Oct 1, 2024
Skip the polls & vote from home in Farmington, CT! Learn how to snag your absentee ballot at 1 Monteith Dr or via our online portal. No line, no fuss, all democracy. 🎉🗳️ #FarmingtonVoting
Jack Beckett·Aug 20, 2024
🗳️ Matthew Corey secures GOP nomination, setting up a challenging rematch with Sen. Chris Murphy in Connecticut’s U.S. Senate race. Low turnout and fundraising gaps mark this uphill battle.
Jack Beckett·Aug 14, 2024
Farmington’s GOP primary is here! 🎉 Will voters back the seasoned politician or the no-nonsense pub owner? Vote today or miss out on this epic battle for the ages! 🗳️ #Election2024
Jack Beckett·Aug 13, 2024
Discover the key differences between Gerry Smith and Matthew Corey as they vie for the Republican nomination in Connecticut. 🗳️ Learn about their backgrounds, policies, and what’s at stake. 🇺🇸 #Ele
Jack Beckett·Aug 5, 2024
Discover the critical dates and deadlines for Connecticut’s August 2024 primary elections 🗳️. Early voting details and registration deadlines to ensure your voice is heard in Farmington, CT.
Jack Beckett·Jul 29, 2024
Three officer candidates at the Connecticut National Guard’s Officer Candidate School in Niantic were briefly hospitalized due to heat concerns during intense training but have since returned, highlig
Jack Beckett·Jul 16, 2024
Avon voters reject the $116.087 million town budget proposal for the second time, highlighting continued financial tensions.
Jack Beckett·Jun 9, 2024