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By Dr. Lee Day
Winter is here and the snow is coming. As doctors of physical therapy, we see many people suffering from injuries sustained while shoveling snow. The joints and muscles of the lower back, knees and shoulders are the most common sites for these problems. So many of the people we treat are those individuals who do not…
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By Janet Stolfi Alfano and Joanne Samuel Goldblum
It should not be a struggle – and certainly not an impossibility – for families to meet their basic needs. Yet it often is, and that’s why organizations like diaper banks exist. While we spend our days trying to get children the things they need to thrive, we all too often see policymakers float proposals…
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By Emanuela Palmares
The New Year is underway and with it, there are three new legislative voices in the State Capitol to represent the Greater Danbury area. The three members of the Danbury delegation that remain are: State Representative Bob Godfrey, Democrat, House District 110 – Danbury, first elected in 1989; State Representative Richard Smith, Republican, House District…
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By Tribuna Staff
Acrobats of China: The New Shanghai Circus returns to The Ridgefield Playhouse stage on Sunday, March 3 at 4pm, presented by Maron Hotel & Suites. This fast-paced show combines Chinese dancing, tumbling, juggling, balancing and thrilling stunts that audience members of all ages will enjoy! In acts that often trace their origin to the harvest festivals…
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By Estela Camacho
With the number of youth sport choices, it can be somewhat of a challenge to know what sports are available, for what age and what organization runs them. Some organizations run their programs based on their sport season and some offer their sport year-round. A variety of organizations are now holding clinics, offering parents an…
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By Alicia Ghio
I find eating typically lighter meals when it’s cold outside is a struggle. After all, who really wants a cold salad over something warm, creamy, meaty and comforting? The downside is that eating those heavier meals at lunchtime makes me just want to take a nap, not a good thing when there are deadlines to…
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Extension ends January 15, 2019 Access Health CT (AHCT) announced an extension for the 2019 health insurance Open Enrollment period until January 15, 2019. Customers who have signed up for health insurance plans through Access Health CT by the December 15, 2018 deadline will have coverage that starts January 1, 2019. Customers who sign up…
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By Estela Camacho
Happy New Year, Tribuna readers, Tribuna officers and Tribuna editorial staff!! It’s time for self-assessment, reflection and planning for the upcoming year, 2019! This is the time when people take a brief moment to internalize 2018 and discover what they perceive to be a need for change, add something of value or simply remove something…
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By Alicia Ghio
Happy New Year! 2018 was hectic, to say the least, and I enjoyed some downtime at home over the holidays. I didn’t go anywhere; I just wanted to spend time with family and friends. Sleeping in and not keeping a tight schedule was a nice way to usher in a new year. A slightly indulgent…
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By Angela Barbosa
On December 6, Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. (CIFC) board of directors and officers, local and state dignitaries and community members gathered at 12 Boughton Street in Danbury for the ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony of the new CIFC Danbury Community Center. “This facility will in fact be used by Harambee, St. Peter’s, the proposed Danbury…
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By Emanuela Palmares
Hope, by definition, is a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen. However, as many of us who share the immigrant experience know, hope is a feeling of expectation and desire that propels action, fueled by sacrifice that allows you to make your own future. Over 22 years ago, my parents,…
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By Tribuna Staff
Nothing represents the holidays like watching a live performance of the Nutcracker Ballet. It’s a tradition that many people enjoy. This family-friendly holiday classic centers on Clara’s dream world, brought to life after receiving a Nutcracker from her mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer, which is then transformed into a handsome Prince. Clara and the Nutcracker Prince journey…
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By Jacqueline Rabe Thomas | CTMirror.org
First the good news: hundreds more minorities have become teachers over the last 10 years, following several changes that made it easier to become an educator in Connecticut. Now the bad news. The growth hasn’t kept pace with the influx of Hispanic and Latino students entering public schools and those students are now less likely to…
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By Tribuna Staff
The Danbury Library proudly unveils its newest free service in the form of a self-contained meeting pod. The Danbury Library is the only library in the United States to have the Hush Meeting Pod, which was designed by the Mikomax Smart Office, a Polish based company, and sold by Insidesource. Anjul Chandi, sales and marketing…
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By Alicia Ghio
Put a whole new spin on your bowl of oatmeal. Instead of going sweet, go savory. Whether you’re making it for breakfast or as a quick weeknight dinner, it’s a comforting dish that takes less than 15 minutes to make and is a great source of whole grains and protein. This is what I like…
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By Mark Pazniokas | CTMirror.org
One measure of the larger role Latinos are trying to play in Connecticut politics is the creation of a group announced on November 20 that will work with Gov.-elect Ned Lamont to ensure the representation of Latinos in the incoming administration. Eight years ago, Latinos made no similar effort as Dannel P. Malloy was assembling…
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By Tribuna Staff
For the second consecutive year, Danbury Peace Light Coordinators, Gary Allen Prybylski and son Gary Allen Prybylski Jr., are bringing the light to Danbury and hoping to expand its reach. This year’s local Peace Light service event will be held at Saint Peter Church on Main St., Danbury, on Friday, December 7, 2018 from 7:00…
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By Francis P. DeStefano, Ph.D.
Republican Bob Stefanowski’s campaign for governor of Connecticut followed the same path that led other millionaire candidates like Linda McMahon and Tom Foley to flop on election day. Even though he garnered more votes than Foley, he lost the election because he could not overcome large Democrat majorities in cities like Bridgeport, Hartford, and New…
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The Connecticut Childbirth & Women’s Center in Danbury is a 50-minute drive from Evelyn DeGraf’s home in Westchester, N.Y. Pregnant with her second child, the 37-year-old didn’t hesitate to make the drive — she wanted her birth to be attended by a midwife, not a doctor. DeGraf believed midwifery care to be more personal and…
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By StatePoint
Holiday season is here, and that means that tempting sales are now in full swing. Over the past few years, more people have started shopping online than in stores. Shopping online makes our holiday season more efficient, but can also open us up to risks like identity theft if we don’t follow some basic guidelines….
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By Estela Camacho
We end each sport season with some form of celebration: banquets, picnics, house parties, dinners; the list goes on. There is much to be said about who receives a participation medal or a trophy, a distinguished letter or even some words of praise. We know of teams that pride themselves on trophy titles such as:…
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By Alicia Ghio
I don’t know about you, but cold weather always makes me crave comfort foods that come in a bowl, like soup, stew, chili and curry. We just love having a hearty bowl of something for dinner as we sit by a roaring fire. This recipe marries a butternut squash into a creamy, vegan coconut curry…
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By Emanuela Palmares
I recently attended an awards ceremony where one of the keynote speakers shared a story to illustrate the value of struggle. The story is called “The Moth and the Cocoon,” and its author is unknown. In it, a man finds the cocoon of an emperor moth. He takes it home so that he can watch…
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By Angela Barbosa
For residents driving up on Terrace Place on the morning of the November 19, a long line coming out of the St. James Episcopal Church parking lot indicated that despite the cold, people were determined to wait to have an opportunity to pick up food at the Daily Bread Food Pantry to celebrate Thanksgiving with…
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By Tribuna Staff
Governor-elect Ned Lamont and Lieutenant Governor-elect Susan Bysiewicz announced members of their Transition Steering Committee, a bipartisan and diverse group, including Republicans, Latinos and religious leaders, at a press conference earlier this month, at Gateway Community College in New Haven, CT. “Our Steering Committee is going to help us build policy committees, each one with…
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Benjamin Teixeira de Aguiar will discuss “Spirituality With or Without Religion,” on Saturday, December 1, at 5 p.m. in the Ballroom of the Campus Center on the Western Connecticut State University Westside campus, 43 Lake Avenue Extension in Danbury. Benjamin is a medium, writer, public speaker, TV host, teacher and president-founder of the Quantum Leap Institute (The…
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By Dr. Lee Day
Concussions, also referred to as mild traumatic brain injuries or MTBls, can be caused by a blow to the head or a violent shaking of the head and body. Many people think that a blow to the head is the sole cause of concussions but it is important to remember that they can just as…
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By Alicia Ghio
Start the Thanksgiving Day feast early with this apple-pie-spice breakfast bread. Apples and maple syrup provide just enough sweetness and Greek yogurt gives it a fluffy, spongy texture. It’s easy to make and sure to please. I really seem to be on a baking roll this fall, with cookies and muffins happening on a consistent…
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By Angela Barbosa
Minority Businesses are invited to learn about the Minority Business Revolving Loan Fund (MBRLF), a Minority Business Initiative (MBI) Program. Learn how to gain Access to Capital and to help finance small and minority businesses with DECD loans. To facilitate the development, sustainability and growth of CT Minority Businesses, DECD and Black Business Alliance (BBA)…
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By Emanuela Palmares
Connecticut is joining the nation in celebrating Adoption Awareness Month throughout November. This year’s emphasis is on the emotional rewards that families experience through adoption. Several events this month will highlight what adoption means to both parents and children, including adoptions occurring in open court sessions, and the premiere of a feature movie about a…
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By Emanuela Palmares
On October 27, an unspeakable tragedy was inflicted upon the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, the deadliest attack on the Jewish community in United States history; eleven people were killed and six were injured. The sole suspect, a 46-year-old man, was arrested and charged with 29 federal crimes and 36 state crimes. Using the…
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By Estela Camacho
At times, we think we can’t possibly add more youth activities to our plate on a daily basis, yet statistics show that our youth are still not getting enough exercise. Many who are involved in multiple organized youth sports see a decline in participation and an increase in screen time. Commitment expectations, parents working more…
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By Tribuna Staff
“American Idol” star Vonzell Solomon, also known as “Baby V!” Dance to the Holidays with Tony Dovolani & Karina Smirnoff, presented by La Quinta Inn & Suites, will jingle its way into town on Sunday, November 18 at 4pm and 7:30pm. Part of the Ridgefield Magazine Broadway & Cabaret Series, Ridgefield Academy Family Series with…
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By Tribuna Staff
Open Enrollment through Access Health CT is November 1 to December 15, 2018 HARTFORD, Conn. (November 1, 2018)— The Lt. Governor and the Chair of the Access Health CT Board of Directors, Nancy Wyman, and the Chief Executive Officer of Access Health CT (AHCT), James Michel, today announced that the 2019 Open Enrollment period has…
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By Eric Faria
We far too often find ourselves stuck fretting over the small stuff. Here’s the thing: as human beings, we are not taught how to be emotionally intelligent. Think about it: we learn how to read and write in school, we study different kinds of sciences, learn about our history and that of the world and,…
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By Alicia Ghio
As the leaves start to fall and the crisp winds blow, I feel the need to bake. It may be getting brisk outside, but it is warm and cozy inside our house with the scent of freshly baked cookies filling the air. On the baking list are these chocolate peanut butter chip oatmeal cookies. This…
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By Emanuela Palmares
Since 1999, we have worked to build bridges and join cultures, informing our community regardless of origin, but with a primary focus on connecting immigrants to the communities they have chosen to call home. During election years, we reflect on the role of the media in the divide and animosity we see in politics in…
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By StatePoint
When it comes to car travel, families know that keeping baby safe and happy is essential, and understanding the latest expert recommendations is one of the best ways to help keep children as safe as possible. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated its recommendation on how long children should ride in rear-facing car…
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Start your holiday shopping! Almost 40 vendors will be featuring their many one-of-a-kind items, including crafts, food from Vermont, chocolate, alpaca wool products, jewelry, hand-made cards, essential oils, holiday and Christmas decor, hand-painted signs, team blankets, bibs, knitted and crocheted items, recycled paper jewelry made by women in Uganda, wreaths, landscape paintings, Avon, Christmas ornaments,…
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By Mackenzie Rigg | CTmirror.org
The Connecticut Insurance Department has approved CVS Health Corp’s $69 billion merger with Hartford-based Aetna Inc. The approval is contingent on Aetna completing the sale of its entire standalone Medicare Part D prescription plan business to a subsidiary of WellCare Health Plans, according to the insurance department’s decision issued on October 17. “Today’s approval means that…
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By Alicia Ghio
Now that fall is here, I am ready for all things pumpkin, apple and spice. These Apple Chia Muffins are seriously some of the best-tasting muffins I have ever made and are definitely some of the best-looking. I know muffins aren’t necessarily the healthiest breakfast, but I think including chia seeds certainly ups the healthy…
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By Community-based discussions to prepare people for 2019 open enrollment period
Access Health CT (AHCT) announced on October 1 a series of upcoming community-based educational discussions, known as “Healthy Chats.” A total of 11 events are planned, all to take place prior to Access Health CT open enrollment, which begins November 1 and ends December 15, 2018. The purpose of these discussions is to help Connecticut…
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Our interviewee today is Fernando Barahona, originally from a small town located in the Sierra of Ecuador called Guaranda. Can you tell our readers how you achieved the American dream? “It all started with my father. When I was only seven years old, I went through a family separation, because he emigrated to the U.S….
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By Tribuna Staff
Blessed with what the New York Times described as a “beautiful countertenor,” Art Garfunkel has made an indelible mark on the music world as both a solo artist and as half of the unrivaled duo, Simon & Garfunkel, with songs like “Mrs. Robinson,” “Scarborough Fair,” “The Sound of Silence,” “Cecilia” and “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” …
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By Angela Barbosa
Many business owners spend much of their day on the road, running errands, and are never at their office or home office location to receive their mail. As a result, they miss a delivery or risk having it stolen when it is just left at their door. To help take care of mail, packages and…
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By Estela Camacho
Do you remember being enthusiastic about your child participating in a sport or similar extra-curricular activity? Did you long for the day that your child would kick the soccer ball, wrestle on a mat, chant a sideline cheer at a football game or hit a baseball off a Tee? As children begin to learn skills…
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By Alicia Ghio
Even though I consider myself an Italian girl, I am in fact, part German, among other things. Oktoberfest is an autumn festival held in Germany in late September and October. I could not let the celebration pass without sharing a recipe that celebrates my German heritage. Served on a pretzel bun, these pork burgers are…
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By Mark Pazniokas | CTMirror.com
The first head-to-head debate by Democrat Ned Lamont and Republican Bob Stefanowski ended on the night of September 12 without Connecticut voters learning how either man would close a $2.1 billion deficit or how Stefanowski would begin to deliver on his audacious promise to eliminate the state income tax. Over the course of a contentious…
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By Tribuna Staff
Americares Free Clinics and Walgreens are offering no-cost flu shots in October to help keep the uninsured and underinsured healthy this flu season. Now in its fourth year, the partnership annually vaccinates nearly 700 Fairfield County residents who cannot afford a flu shot. “The best time to get vaccinated is before the flu begins spreading…
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By Tribuna Staff
Best known for his starring roles on two of television’s most cherished and long-running series, “Taxi” and “Who’s The Boss,” for one night only, the iconic Tony Danza and his four-piece band are bringing their hit show to Ridgefield! Combining timeless music with wit, charm, storytelling and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele performances,…
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By Alicia Ghio
I am not ready to let summer go just yet. That’s why we are still all about grilling and spending time on the patio. This recipe is kind of a hybrid of Caprese salad and eggplant Parmigiano. It’s got grilled smoky eggplant layered with thick, juicy grilled tomato slices and fresh mozzarella accented with fresh…
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By Clarice Silber | CT Mirror August 30, 2018
Two immigrant children who were reunited with their parents in Connecticut after being separated at the U.S.-Mexico border have been granted temporary legal immigration status, the youths’ attorneys said. The federal government granted the nine-year-old Honduran boy identified as J.S.R., and a 14-year-old Salvadoran girl, a year of humanitarian parole. The children’s parents received six…
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By Nora Duncan
Program open to 501 (c)(3) or 501 (c)(4) non-profits and government entities located in Connecticut Projects must be completed within 12 months Application deadline is September 24, 2018 AARP Connecticut is expanding on the national AARP Community Challenge with the launch of the local “Livable Communities Grant Program” dedicated to fund “quick-action” projects in Connecticut communities. The…
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With school starting and fall sports now in full gear, it’s time to put a balancing plan into action for your athlete. Motivation comes with difficulty when all your child wants to do is rest and relax after a long and busy day. Sports and homework go hand in hand. Both should be highly important….
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By Amy Faith Lionheart
This is quite a busy summer in Volunteer Services at Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital and Norwalk Hospital. We have some upcoming needs for which you might be interested in volunteering! Mission Health Day 2018 will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018! We are looking for volunteers aged 18 and over to assist on the…
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By Tribuna Staff
Film lovers in Danbury will unite with an audience of over 100,000 film buffs, across 6 continents, when the Manhattan Short Film Festival returns to The Palace Danbury on Friday, September 28 at 8 pm. Manhattan Short is not a touring Festival; it’s a celebration that occurs simultaneously across the globe, bringing great films to great venues…
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By Alicia Ghio
There is nothing like a fresh, ripe local peach. It’s dessert unto itself but with a little ricotta, cinnamon, nuts and honey, you have a simple summer delight fancy enough for a dinner party, easy enough for any night of the week. Split a couple of peaches, take out the pit, and grill them. Then once…
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By Maria Danniella Gutiérrez- Salem Foreign Lawyer – Venezuela
Our interviewee today is Tiffany Araujo. Tell me how your story begins? “To be honest, I must admit that my life began in Minas Gerais, a state located in northern Brazil, where the main economic activity is agriculture. My parents are from that area. They emigrated 30 years ago to this wonderful country, where I…
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By Tribuna Staff
Do you enjoy free music and entertainment? What about a delicious food while discovering all that makes Danbury a great place to live and the historic downtown a great place to visit? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, check out the Taste of Greater Danbury, the downtown celebration which includes live music,…
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By StatePoint
Life insurance. It’s something that most people need but a topic that no one wants to discuss, leading to many misconceptions. To help you make sense of it all, here are five common myths debunked — just in time for National Life Insurance Awareness Month in September: I’m single; I don’t need life insurance. Most…
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By Alicia Ghio
Ricotta cheese isn’t just for lasagna or other stuffed Italian dishes. It makes the perfect base for dips too! This soft Italian cheese made from whey, acid and heat has a creamy, slightly textured consistency with a very mild flavor. It goes well in both savory and sweet dishes. If you want a crowd-pleaser for…
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By Julia Werth | CTMirror.com
Latino students in Connecticut are suspended from school at twice the rate as their white peers even though they are vastly outnumbered by white students, according to a report released on July 26, by Connecticut Voices for Children. Latino students also experience harsher punishments for the same behaviors than their white counterparts, leading to more expulsions…
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The Danbury Trojan Pop Warner Youth Football/Cheer Program has flourished in Danbury for 39 years. The Trojans are part of the Danbury Athletic Youth Organization (DAYO), which offers T-Ball, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Middle School Track & Field and Basketball, plus a Speed & Agility Camp. Over the years, we have enjoyed tremendous growth and success…
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By Juliana Fetherman, Founder & CEO of Making Authentic Friendships LLC
One of the biggest challenges any person with special needs or disabilities faces is lack of social skills. This makes it extremely difficult and, in some cases, nearly impossible, to make friends. My brother is 20 years old, diagnosed with autism and ADHD. Although high functioning and verbal, he lacks many social skills and is…
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By Tribuna Staff
Bring a chair and enjoy great food and great country music under the stars. The second Annual Country Music ‘n Food Truck Rally will be held on Saturday, August 4 from 3:00 pm to 10 pm on the CityCenter Green. The event will feature music, food from some of the best food trucks in the…
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By Eric Faria
Think about a time in your life where you really wanted someone to listen to what you had to say. Now, remember if that individual was fully available to you. Did this person stop and pay attention to you, or was she doing something else at the same time, like looking at her cell phone?…
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By Alicia Ghio
Summer is whizzing by. They always talk about how kids these days are overscheduled; I think the same goes for adults. Last week, we finally had a chance to catch our breath and create a light summer meal at a relaxed pace. Summer’s bounty has been coming in strong at the farmer’s market, so I…
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By StatePoint
Vacation season is here and it’s no surprise that what you eat can have an impact on your weight. In a study from the University of Georgia, 61 percent of the participants gained weight while on vacation, with an average gain of 0.7 pounds. Some even gained up to 7 pounds. Making healthy choices, even…
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By Maria Danniella Gutiérrez- Salem
Our interviewee today is David Ostermayer. You have a German last name but your Spanish is perfect, tell me why? “My father is a first-generation German, and that is why my last name is German, but I must admit that my German is very basic. As to my Spanish, my mother was born in Bogotá,…
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By StatePoint
Fresh, local produce is in its prime, making now the perfect time to take part in the farm-to-table movement. Whether you join a community supported agriculture (CSA) group or shop at your local farmers’ market, it’s easy to taste the elevated flavor profile of just-picked fruits and veggies. Make the most of the season with…
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By Keith M. Phaneuf and Clarice Silber | June 25, 2018 | CT Mirror
The General Assembly sustained all seven vetoes on Monday (06/25) that Gov. Dannel P. Malloy issued following this year’s legislative session. Among the measures the governor rejected were bills that would have limited the fiscal bailout of Hartford, created a new student suspension process, limited the Executive Branch’s authority to reduce municipal education grants, established…
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By Angela Barbosa
Family members and friends waited anxiously to celebrate the accomplishments of their loved ones as they processioned toward the Western Connecticut State University Visual & Performing Arts Center main stage to receive their diplomas. June 14 will be a day to remember in the lives of forty WERACE high school, six GED high school graduates,…
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By Tribuna Staff
What a great night — for kids and parents alike! You can enjoy some adult time while your kids are supervised by Jericho Partnership’s trained counselors in its state-licensed center! All for a donation of your choosing. And it’s all for a great cause – defraying some of the cost to send their Summer Learning Campers to…
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By Eric Faria
Have you ever stopped to listen to yourself? Listening is one of the most important skills for human beings. I have concluded that at the core of conflict there is a breakdown in communication and the parties’ inability to understand each other. A conflict is often a monologue disguised as a dialogue. We have the…
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By Estela Camacho
Our town of Danbury is rich in many areas, from cultural diversity, schools of excellence, amazing visual and performing arts, and exceptional athletic accolades, commencing with youth sports and culminating in the high schools and beyond. While I would like to comment on all of the above, my concentration is in youth sports. If you…
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By Alicia Ghio
Most of the time, rhubarb is paired with wonderfully sweet strawberries. This recipe, however, highlights just how delicious rhubarb can be all on its own. I keep this crisp on the tart side, which, to me, really lets the rhubarb shine. If you have more of a sweet tooth, you can always add more honey…
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By Ana Radelat | CTMirror.org
Ruby Corby O’Neill says she’s a unique candidate in Connecticut GOP politics. “Republicans traditionally have not been successful with Latinos and women, and I am both,” O’Neill said. “I am a package deal.” An immigrant from Honduras, O’Neill, 65, was once a single parent who had to begin her life anew after a contentious divorce….
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Kick off the start of summer with the 2nd Annual Macaroni Kid and CityCenter Danbury Family Fun Fest! The fun takes place on Danbury’s CityCenter Green on Sunday, June 24 from 12-4pm. Live music by Al deCant, “The Singing Principal,” packed with toe-tapping music, great stories and heaps of audience participation that celebrate the reading…
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By Tribuna Staff
On June 8, at the Connecticut State Capital, Hall of Flags, in Hartford, The Portuguese-American Leadership Council of the United States (PALCUS) honored Attorney Agostinho “Augie” Ribeiro, CEO of Ventura Law with its Community Leadership Award. The award honors individuals who have excelled or served as role models in their Portuguese-American communities. PALCUS was founded…
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By Alicia Ghio
Strawberry season is finally here in Connecticut. These sweet gems deserve to be enjoyed beyond breakfast or dessert. They provide a wonderful natural sweetness to savory dishes, especially salads and salsas. When selecting strawberries, don’t worry about shape or size; focus on color. Look for bright red. If there’s white around the stem or in…
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By Maria Danniella Gutiérrez- Salem Foreign Lawyer – Venezuela
Our interviewee today is a very active member of our community. His name is Elmer Palma. Tell me how you started your life in the United States? “I think I should say the usual phrase that it was not easy. It seems incredible how 28 years have passed since I arrived in Stamford, Connecticut, from…
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By Mark Pazniokas | CTMirror.org
The office is derided as a spare part of government, a job with few duties other than being available should the boss go ill or worse. But primaries for lieutenant governor in Connecticut are asking Democrats and Republicans to think about their openness and appeal to millennials and minorities in a decidedly unsettled election cycle….
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By Tribuna Staff
Avianca Brazil, the Star Alliance Brazilian member, has announced a series of news items for the market. In line with the company’s international expansion plan, Avianca Brazil will open another daily and direct flight to Miami and its third between Guarulhos (São Paulo) and Santiago (Chile) airports. On domestic flights, besides the operation in Vitória, which…
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By Alicia Ghio
What do you do when you get back home from vacation and discover there is absolutely no food in the house for breakfast the next morning? You work with what you’ve got and make muffins. I have to say these muffins are among the best baked goods I’ve made with almond flour. I think the…
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By Eric Faria
As human beings, we have conflicting emotions. I was listening to a story about how the power of social media was able to have the government declare a state of emergency in Sri Lanka. This situation dealt with a minority of Muslims who live in the country, and the majority of Buddhists who bought into…
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By Emanuela Palmares
Unspoken is an American Christian band, with an unapologetically soulful pop sound, adventurous production and complex vocal harmonies, mixed with the international influences of the band (guitarist Mike Gomez hails from the Dominican Republic and drummer Ariel Munoz from Puerto Rico). Their first Centricity Music album sold more than 100,000 physical copies and spawned four…
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By Alicia Ghio
Leeks and bacon are a perfect match. Add some pasta to the mix, and you have a salty, savory, slightly sweet, crave-worthy dinner on your hands. If you haven’t cooked with leeks before, it’s important to know that they grow in sandy soil, so they can be gritty and need to be thoroughly cleaned. Here’s…
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By Estela Camacho
The Danbury Athletic Youth Organization (DAYO) Annual Speed and Agility Camp is back for the fourth year! We are an organization that offers a variety of athletic activities to the children in our community and nearby towns. We pride ourselves in conducting constant evaluation of all our programs each year to see where we can…
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A bill headed to Gov. Dannel P. Malloy’s desk would give uninsured women the ability to sign up for health insurance after they learn they are pregnant. The bill would make pregnancy a “qualifying life event,” like the birth of a child or a job loss, so expectant mothers could enroll in individual health insurance…
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By Angela Barbosa
A joint effort by AARP CT, the Connecticut Community Foundation and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UConn Waterbury gathered over 30 attendees to watch the screening of Gen Silent, a documentary about the challenges the LGBTQ aging community often faces. Screened on the UConn Waterbury campus on May 3, the 70-minute movie shows the…
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By Tribuna Staff
The Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut, Inc. (CAAWC) will host its 4th Annual Wine Tasting on Thursday, May 31, 2018, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Tarrywile Mansion, located at 70 Southern Boulevard in Danbury. This exciting evening will feature exceptional wines and beers provided by New Fairfield’s Heritage Wine & Liquors and…
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By Maria Danniella Gutiérrez- Salem Foreign Lawyer – Venezuela
Our interviewee is from Recife, the capital of Pernambuco State in Brazil. Her name is Dayane DeLima. She came to the United States in 2001. Tell me the beginning of your story in the United States. “The beginning was a bit complicated, but with a happy ending. My sister had a very successful business in…
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By Ryan Stewart
Diana Bryant Ministries, an independent church and non-profit outreach organization from New Milford, will be holding a fundraiser gala to benefit a city in the Dominican Republic on Saturday, June 2, at Danbury’s Amber Room Colonnade. The gala, entitled “We Are Barahona,” and organized by the organization’s overseas humanitarian relief program, Hope In Action, will…
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By StatePoint
Suffering from itchy, watery eyes? You may have ocular allergies or you could have another issue entirely, such as chronic dry eyes. Experts say that getting the correct diagnosis is the only way to treat symptoms properly. “Chronic dry eye often mimics the symptoms of seasonal allergies and must be approached entirely differently,” says Arian…
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By Alicia ghio
This recipe is a creamy twist on a traditional Cuban garlic sauce known as mojo criollo. For a traditional mojo criollo, there are a few basic ingredients you can always count on: sour orange juice, fresh garlic, and salt. Optional herbs and spices include oregano, paprika, cumin and black pepper. It can also be made…
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By StatePoint
Misuse and abuse of drugs and alcohol among the elderly is one of the fastest-growing health problems in the United States, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), yet it can often be mistaken for normal aging behavior. The statistics are alarming: according to The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug…
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By Angela Barbosa
United Way of Western Connecticut (UWWC) Chief Executive Officer Kimberly Morgan was joined by state legislators, current Danbury childcare providers and community members at the Danbury Fair Mall Center Court on April 19 to announce the launch of Cora’s Kids, a program to invest $1 million over the next 3-5 years to support new family…
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By Eric Faria
I was recently thinking about my TV show and it dawned on me that I have a pretty good knack for connection. Human connection is one of the most underrated factors in living a healthy and happy life. We spend so much of our day-to-day lives interacting with other people and it amazes me that…
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By Tribuna Staff
It began as one man’s story…became everyone’s music…and is now Broadway’s musical. Motown: The Musical is the true American Dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson and many more. Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives…
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By Emanuela Palmares
Under current Connecticut law, undocumented students pay in-state tuition rates into the institutional aid fund at Connecticut colleges, but are unable to access those funds to help them lower the cost of their education. Without the ability to access federal loans and scholarships, these students pay the full amount of tuition. So for a second…