It’s that time - Period Poverty Time
It’s the time of the month for women around the world and in northeastern Connecticut.
According to the National Diaper Bank Network and the Alliance for Period Supplies, “Period Poverty” refers to the inability to afford and access menstrual products of any kind and other basic hygiene items required to manage a period.
It’s Time To Put an End to Period Poverty! Can you help?
IHSP is holding a period supply and toiletry drive through May 9. Drop-offs may be made at: WINY Radio, the Putnam Public Library, Smoke & Mirrors Beauty Loft and Centreville Bank in Putnam.
In the US, 2 in 5 people with periods struggle to purchase products due to a lack of income. 44 percent of teens surveyed by U by Kotex* reported stress and embarrassment due to a lack of access to these products. One in three low income women report missing work, school or other events due to lack of supplies.
Period Poverty is an issue of public and personal health, dignity and well-being. Many report having to use cloth rags, tissues, toilet paper, paper towels and even children’s diapers. People who struggle with the rising costs of period supplies and personal hygiene products face a higher risk of infection. In many instances going without can also affect one’s mental health.
Everyone has the right to feel comfortable and clean. Individuals require an average of 6 period products per day, and period supplies aren’t covered by safety net programs.
The IHSP-Diaper Bank of NECT is a member of the National Diaper Bank Network. See left for details.
*Source: U by Kotex survey conducted with YouGov
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Historical society looking for memories!
The Aspinock Historical Society of Putnam is currently seeking local residents to volunteer for interviews regarding “Memories of the 1955 Flood.” We invite you to consider participating in this video history project. If you are interested, please contact Aspinock Vice-President Jeanne Benoit via email at [
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Woodstock Building Associates honored
WOODSTOCK — Woodstock Building Associates, LLC, received a 2025 Guildmaster with Distinction Award from GuildQuality for demonstrating exceptional customer service within the residential construction industry.
Out of nearly 2,000 eligible applicants, WBA is one of 400+ businesses within the residential construction industry recognized by GuildQuality for consistently delivering superior customer care. WBA has won this award five years in a row and a total of 13 times.
WBA achieved a recommendation rate of 90 percent or above from their customers surveyed by GuildQuality.
“We are truly honored to receive this award — it’s a testament to our commitment to putting clients first. The dedicated staff and subcontractors at WBA continually go above and beyond to exceed expectations. We are deeply grateful to our clients, team members, subcontractors, and vendors for their trust and support,” said Steven Keene, principal of Woodstock Building Associates.
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$6,325 Raised
For Albert J. Breault VFW Post 1523 programs at the bar tender fund-raiser at the Black Dog, according to the VFW's Rob Challinor. The Gates Auto Group won with $2,681. Rob and the Lucky Ladies for the VFW, left, and Mayor Seney with the Town Hall team. Linda Lemmon photos.
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