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Covid-19: CT Supreme Court Upholds Legality Of Lamont’s Emergency Orders On Business Closures
The Connecticut Supreme Court upheld Gov. Ned Lamont’s authority to close certain businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic to “ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the state.”
Lamont, who has come under fire for his executive orders limiting or closing some businesses during the pandemic, was challenged by the owner of Casey’s Irish Pub in Milford, who questioned the governor’s public health and civil preparedness orders.
In March, despite an outcry from business owners, Lamont ordered bars and nightclubs closed, while limiting occupancy at restaurants, gyms, salons, an…
Most Incumbent Mayors Re-Elected Across Connecticut
Regardless of political party, longevity proved to be the biggest local winner on Election Day statewide.
In Danbury, Republican Mayor Mark Boughton, who ran an unsuccessful run for his party’s nomination for governor last year, declared victory for his record 10th two-year term as the city’s CEO. Boughton faced facing a tough challenge from former City Council President Chris Setaro, a Democrat who matched Boughton in campaign fundraising.
Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, a Democrat, prevailed in a six-way race to win a second term, while Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, a Democrat, overcame challen…
