by Alexis Ann

Duane Cashin, motivational speaker and author, shares with Alexis Ann, editor & publisher, the Resident, “Creativity is a competitive advantage!”
Summer heats up and so does the “good news” around the region! First, congratulations to The Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa and its signature steakhouse, Octagon, honored with the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award. This is the ninth consecutive year the hotel is awarded four diamonds and the seventh consecutive recognition for Octagon. Congrats here.
Congratulations to Bill Turner, Regional Director of External & Government Affairs, AT&T, who was presented Natchaug Hospital’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition for his advocacy on behalf of improving educational opportunities for at-risk youth. Meet Bill here.
Celebrate the sizzle of education and our hardworking students! We compiled an extensive list of academic achievers around the region that the Resident Team thought is important to give accolades to.
Helping to build a future home for the Birriel Family–The amazing efforts of the local women who participated to give back as part of Habitat for Humanity’s National Women Build Week. Lowe’s was instrumental in helping by granting a $5000 gift card and by organizing some in-store training with practical lessons for the women. More here.
For your chance to win tickets to the Work Vessel for Veterans benefit concert featuring Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason formally of Traffic, Kal David and the Real Deal, on June 4th, be the first to submit the correct answers to the crossword puzzle by Tuesday, June 1st.
Remember those who have lost their lives defending liberty and have a safe and happy Memorial Day!
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