State Representative Mary Welander

10/20/2026

It was exciting to see the new Woodbridge Community & Cultural Center come to life at the open house last weekend!

10/16/2026

Exciting updates about projects in our area!

By Mary Welander State Rep., D-114 Most of my work is centered on legislative policy, so seeing tangible results of a successful community focused project is especially exciting. Here are some upda…

10/14/2026

Some of our local schools are receiving state funding to improve student attendance and engagement! Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/bdfann7w

10/13/2026

Connecticut’s newest laws, which took effect October 1, cover everything from protections at work to your personal data and safety on our roads. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/bdfann7w

10/06/2026

The public is encouraged to help shape the new Sleeping Giant Visitor Center as crews work on the interior displays. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/4ckwndxh

10/01/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the history and contributions of Hispanic Americans. Your children can honor Hispanic culture by writing an essay about it. To learn more, click here: https://tinyurl.com/4ckwndxh

09/28/2026

Another strong year for Connecticut’s pension funds! Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/4ckwndxh

09/26/2026

I joined colleagues from CT and across the country to share ideas to strengthen early childhood education and make it more affordable for families. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/4ckwndxh

09/25/2026

Please slow down, pay attention to the road. This kind of tragedy is avoidable.

CTDOT Employee Elvin Hernandez was hit and killed while doing road maintenance work on Interstate 95 in Fairfield this morning. Our entire agency is heartbroken by this tragedy. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and everyone who loved him. More: https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2026/09-2026/governor-lamont-mourns-the-death-of-ctdot-employee-elvin-hernandez?language=en_US

09/25/2026

With a nor’easter expected to impact our area tomorrow, the Town of Woodbridge is preparing for the storm and encouraging residents to do the same.

Due to the forecast, all Town events scheduled for Saturday, September 26 have been canceled. This includes Woodbridge Like Me Day, the Children’s Fun Run, and the 44th Annual Woodbridge Road Race.

The Children’s Fun Run and Road Race have been rescheduled for Saturday, October 24. We will share additional details as the new date approaches.

The Woodbridge Police Department, in collaboration with the Woodbridge Volunteer Fire Department, Public Works, Town Officials, and Regional Utility representatives, will continue to monitor the situation alongside our partners at DEMHS and the National Weather Service.

As a friendly reminder, please use the Woodbridge Police Department’s regular phone line at 203-387-2511 for all non-emergency inquiries or to report a non-emergency incident. Using the non-emergency line helps keep the 911 system available for emergency calls that require immediate attention.

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