Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.
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🎓 Education
SoundWaters has repurposed the historic Greens Ledge Lighthouse off the Norwalk coast as an active classroom where high school students perform water sampling and coastal research.
Managed by the preservation society, the nearly 95% restored landmark will add a boat next year—improving visitor access.
🌲 Environment
A study by researchers at UMass Lowell found traces of fentanyl, ketamine, and cocaine byproducts hurt oyster larvae (cutting survival by up to 76%) and slowing their movement, affecting restoration efforts in Long Island Sound.
The findings may lead to more research to protect marine life.
🏥 Health
Access Health CT extended its enrollment deadline to Jan.
31, letting residents apply for coverage starting Feb. 1. Customers must submit required documents (including income and ID proofs) to secure health plans.
Connecticut residents face higher health insurance costs this year despite a $70 million state contribution that helped lower premium spikes.
Access Health extended the enrollment deadline to Jan. 31 (offering an extra window for coverage options).
🏈 Sports
UConn women's basketball team defeated Seton Hall 84 to 48 Saturday at PeoplesBank Arena by forcing 32 turnovers, including 30 in the first three quarters.
Coach Auriemma praised the team's relentless defense and improved rotations that created extra scoring chances.
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