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As East Norwalk Looks to Add Grocery Store, SW CT Residents Could Lose Food Access

As East Norwalk Looks to Add Grocery Store, SW CT Residents Could Lose Food Access

Residents in East Norwalk could have access to more food, thanks to a new grocery store coming to the area, while SNAP cuts could other residents to lose access to food.

Report: Air Quality Continues to be a Challenge in Fairfield County

Report: Air Quality Continues to be a Challenge in Fairfield County

Connecticut—and in particular Fairfield County—suffers from some of the worst air quality in the country, according to state officials.

Special Edition of The What: Food Insecurity and Food Access in Lower Fairfield County

Special Edition of The What: Food Insecurity and Food Access in Lower Fairfield County

This is a special edition of The What, our free weekly newsletter, focusing on food insecurity and access across southwest Connecticut.

Special Edition of The What: Investing in Infrastructure Around Southwest Connecticut

Special Edition of The What: Investing in Infrastructure Around Southwest Connecticut

This is a special edition of The What, our free weekly newsletter, focusing on infrastructure investments across lower Fairfield County.

Food Insecurity, Access, and Innovation Across Lower Fairfield County

Food Insecurity, Access, and Innovation Across Lower Fairfield County

About 18% of residents in Connecticut said they are food insecure. Across southwest Connecticut, many local organizations are working to help address this challenge.

Feeding their Community: How Bridgeport, Stamford, and Norwalk Groups Are Making Food Accessible

Feeding their Community: How Bridgeport, Stamford, and Norwalk Groups Are Making Food Accessible

From community fridges to urban gardens, from farmers markets to food pantries, local organizations in Bridgeport, Stamford, and Norwalk are fighting back against food insecurity and access.

The Impact of Food Insecurity and Food Deserts in Lower Fairfield County

The Impact of Food Insecurity and Food Deserts in Lower Fairfield County

Food insecurity and food deserts are two challenges many residents in Lower Fairfield County face.