Connecticut homes damaged, crumbling
Graphic By: Anthony Zepperi
November 6, 2019
Portfolio, University of Connecticut
Many towns in Connecticut are experiencing crumbling foundations that, in some cases, has forced homeowners out of their homes for a year or longer. The problem was discovered about four years ago, and cases of crumbling foundations have sharply increased since then.
Source of data: Connecticut State Department of Housing
UConn holds protest
against climate change
By: Anthony Zepperi
October 23, 2019
Portfolio, University of Connecticut
Students and the public were invited to take a part in a march for climate change at the University of Connecticut Student Union lawn on Sept. 24. Students let their voices be heard and expressed their concerns about the issue. The people who attended brought signs with them to show their support for the other protesters.
Birds run amok during
statewide lockdowns
By: Anthony Zepperi
April 18, 2020
Portfolio, University of Connecticut
With the majority of Americans living under lockdown, a new sound is starting to command its presence and replace the noise of traffic and people. It’s one that has ornithologists are eagerly listening: birdsong.
Mansfield’s new opportunity zones may lead to more investments in town
By: Anthony Zepperi
April 26, 2019
Newswriting 2, UConn
There are 27 towns in Connecticut with a federally designated opportunity zone, Mansfield is the only rural town. These zones can attract businesses and economic opportunities.
(Photo by Anthony Zepperi)
Investments can be made in these federal zones. Some benefits are capital gains and income, Courtney Hendricson, Vice President of Municipal Services, for the Connecticut Economic Resource Center, said.