
| 211ct.org | 2-1-1 is a free community service administered by the United Way of Connecticut. You can call 2-1-1 to get information, or to seek help in a crisis. They are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Simply dial 2-1-1 or 1-800-203-1234 any time of day or night. |
| 50 States - Information | Visit this website to lookup information regarding all 50 states. |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader | Visit this page to download this free program used to view .pdf files. Remember to uncheck the Google Toolbar if you don't want to download that as well. |
| Better Business Bureau | Visit the Better Business Bureau online to check out a business or charity, find a BBB accredited business or file a complaint. |
| Bill Tracking Service |
This website includes a "Bill Tracking" service to help you keep up with further developments in legislation. |
| Centers for Disease Control | This site contains information about public health emergency preparedness and response. |
| CitizenCorps | Citizen Preparedness |
| Consumer Network Warning | This website has information regarding consumer alerts, strategies to fight foreclosure, consumer scams, etc. |
| Computer & Internet Dictionary | This website is an online dictionary and search engine for computer and Internet technology definitions. |
| CNET.Com | Visit CNET.com to read reviews regarding computer software and hardware, for security alerts, downloads and much more. |
| CT Central | On-line portal for 40 newspapers and publications in Connecticut. |
| CT Chamber of Commerce |
Chamber of Commerce for Northwest Connecticut |
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CT Department of
Consumer Protection
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This site is part of CT-clic.com, the Connecticut Licensing Info Center, that links to all YOUR State licensing and registration needs. |
| CT DECD | The Department of Economic and Community Development is the state's lead agency for the development and implementation of policies, strategies and programs all of which are designed to enhance Connecticut's communities and business and housing environments. |
| CT Dept of Education | This site contains information about emergency preparedness plans for schools. |
| CT Coalition to End Homelessness | Visit this website for information regarding programs, available resources, etc. to combat homelessness. |
| CT DEP | Established in 1971, the Department of Environmental Protection manages almost every aspect of the Connecticut outdoors. |
| CT Dept of Public Health | This site offers lists contact information for local public health departments and much more. |
| CT Dept of Public Safety | Included on this site are the Division of State Police; the Division of Fire, Emergency and Building Services; the Division of Scientific Services; and more. |
| CT Dept of Public Works | Department of Public Works Mission: To be the leader in providing quality facilities and in delivering cost effective, responsive and timely services to state agencies. |
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CT
Emergency Alerts |
Register to receive Connecticut Emergency Alerts & Notifications by, email, home phone, cell phone, etc. |
| CT Incentives for Renewable & Efficiency | This site lists information regarding Connecticut incentives for renewable and efficiency, such as, property and sales tax exemptions, state grant program, etc. |
| CT Licensing Info Center | Whether you are planning to start, expand or relocate a business or become licensed you will find the information you need on CT-CLIC.com. |
| CT Network | Connecticut Network is a source for webcast coverage of CT state government and public policy. CT-N is available on basic or expanded basic cable in most areas. Some of the media available includes live webcasts, video-on-demand, RSS feeds, podcasts and other helpful resources. |
| CT Radio Stations | Visit this site for a list of radio stations in CT. Click on the name of radio station to visit their website and if they the word Live listed click on it to listen to the radio station via your computer, |
| CT Secretary of State | Visit this website for information regarding business filings, elections, voting, how to contact the Secretary of State, etc. |
| CT State Library | The Connecticut State Library is an Executive Branch Library of the State of Connecticut that includes: Connecticut State Archives, Information Services, Library for the Blind and Physically Handicap, Public Records, The Museum of Connecticut History and the Division of Library Development. |
| CT Sunlight.org | CT Sunlight Project is an electronic tool constructed by the Yankee Institute for Public Policy – so that the citizens of Connecticut can look at every line item of state government spending and discover how OUR tax dollars are being spent by the people in Hartford. |
| CT Tourism | Attractions, lodgings, events and more in Connecticut. |
| CT Town & Cities Directory | This list of towns and cities in Connecticut is found on the State of Connecticut's website. The vast majority of cities and towns listed on this page have a link to their official website. |
| CT Trust Historic Preservation | The Connecticut Trust mission is to preserve the character and ensure the vitality of Connecticut historically significant places. |
| CT TV Stations | Visit this website for a list of TV stations in CT. Click on the name of the TV station to visit their website. |
| DHHS | This site contains information relating to disaster and emergency situations. |
| D.O.T. Auto Safety Hotline | Department of Transportation Auto Safety Hotline |
| Email Scams & Fraud | This US Government sponsored website is a blog regarding email scams and fraud. |
| Emergency Preparedness Program | Residential Shelter-in-Place |
| Energy Efficiency Rebates, Programs | This website contains information regarding home heating assistance, incentives for improving energy efficiency in your home, incentives for installation of renewable energy systems, tax credits and exemptions on the purchase of hybrid vehicles and grants, rebates and incentives for the business owner. |
| Environmental Protection Agency | This site contains information about emergency preparedness. |
| Equal Opportunity in
Housing Poster English Version |
Click this link to download form HUD-928.1 from HUD's website. |
| Equal Opportunity in
Housing Poster Spanish Version |
Click this link to download form HUD-928.1A from HUD's website. |
| FEMA | This site contains information about disaster preparedness. |
| FEMA's Mitigation Portfolio | Find out how communities and individual homeowners around the country prevent or reduce the impact from disasters with FEMA’s Mitigation Best Practices Portfolio. With the Best Practices Portfolio, you can search for examples of activities, projects, and potential funding sources that communities and individuals have implemented to protect both people and property. |
| FirstGov | The official web portal of the US Federal Government. |
| Give.org | BBB Wise Giving Alliance - The site reports on nationally soliciting charitable organizations that are the subject of donor inquiries. These reports include an evaluation of the subject charity in relation to the voluntary BBB charity standards. |
| Google 411 | GOOG-411 is Google's new 411 service. With GOOG-411, you can find local business information completely free, directly from your phone. You can access 1-800-466-4411 from any phone, anywhere, at anytime. |
| Habitat for Humanity NW Corner | Habitat For Humanity of Northwest Connecticut is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing. The houses then are sold to those in need at no profit and with no interest charged. |
| Hometown USA | This website contains valuable information for over 33,000 communities. You will find county, statistical, travel, relocation, zip code, commercial information, etc. and interactive maps. |
| Housatonic River Project | This site contains details regarding the Housatonic River Project. |
| Housatonic Valley Association | The Housatonic Valley Association, founded in 1941, works to conserve the natural character and environmental health of communities by protecting and restoring the lands and waters of the Housatonic Watershed. |
| Internet Crime Complaint Center | IC3's mission is to serve as a vehicle to receive, develop, and refer criminal complaints regarding the rapidly expanding arena of cyber crime. The IC3 gives the victims of cyber crime a convenient and easy-to-use reporting mechanism that alerts authorities of suspected criminal or civil violations. |
| IP Chicken | Visit this website to lookup your IP address. |
| Microsoft Office Online Training | This site offers free online training for various Microsoft Office products, such as, Outlook, FrontPage, Excel, Access, etc. |
| National Assoc. of Wastewater Transporters | Search for NAWT certified inspectors on their website. |
| National Center for Environmental Health | Questions and Answers on Stachybotrys chartarum and other molds. |
| National Sanitation Foundation | For 60 years, NSF has been committed to public health, safety, and protection of the environment. |
| National Small Flows Clearinghouse | The NSFC helps America's small communities and individuals solve their wastewater problems to protect public health and the environment. |
| Posters CT.Gov | From this page on the State of Connecticut's website you may download the Discrimination is Illegal Posters in English and Spanish and the Sexual Harassment Poster. All files are in the PDF format. |
| School Match | Find a school/school system any- where throughout the US. FREE! |
| Threat Alert System | This site contains information for citizens. |
| Torrington Area Health District | The Torrington Area Health District (TAHD) was the second health district formed in Connecticut and was officially recognized by the State Department of Public Health in 1967. Today, the health district is a wide-ranging agency addressing traditional public health responsibilities as well as collaborating with many other federal, state and local organizations on new emerging issues. |
| United States Postal Service | Visit the US Post Office online to calculate postage, lookup zip codes, track packages, locate a post office, print a shipping label, etc. |
| U.S. Computer Emergency | This website provided by the Department of Homeland Security contains provides valuable information regarding computer security threats, alerts, bulletins, tips, etc. |
| U.S. EPA |
United States Environmental Protection Agency. |
| U.S. House of Representatives |
Information on U.S. Representatives and House committees. |
| U.S. Senate | Information on the U. S. Senate and Committees |