Realtor CT Sylvia Mitchell

09/17/2026

ORANGE:
Composting In Orange: A Simple Way To Reduce Landfill Waste (theorangetimes.com) — Orange residents now have four new blue food-scrap compost bins at the Transfer Station, with a cleaner swap-out system run by Enviro Express. You can drop off a wide range of food scraps, including meat and dairy, to cut trash costs and support renewable energy production. Check orangerecycles.com or call Public Works with questions before your next trip.

09/16/2026

Shore Line East will add four new weekday trains between New Haven and New London starting Oct. 5, part of an effort to restore service cut during the pandemic

The expansion follows $3 million in additional funding secured by shoreline state senators during the 2026 legislative session

The line has lagged behind other Connecticut passenger rail service in returning to pre-pandemic levels, according to state transportation data

Riders on Shore Line East will soon have 4 new train options as they travel between New London and New Haven.

Beginning October 5, Shore Line East will be adding four new weekday trains to help close scheduling gaps and move the train toward full restoration of service, providing commuters and recreational riders alike with more convenient and reliable options.

Shore Line East trains have yet to return to pre-COVID service levels, and commuters across the shoreline have been asking for more convenient and reliable service on this critical line. According to DOT data, other passenger lines have returned to pre-pandemic service levels, but Shore Line East has not.

Since the service cuts were implemented in the pandemic, shoreline legislators have been working to restore service. Most recently in the 2026 legislative session, Senators Cohen and Marx fought to secure an additional $3 million for the current fiscal year which resulted in these added trains.

“Shore Line East is a lifeline for commuters along Connecticut’s southeastern shoreline, and especially in my district,” said Sen. Cohen. “This investment ensures the service not only continues but also grows to meet riders’ needs. With more reliable trains, more Connecticut residents can feel confident choosing Shore Line East as a convenient option to get to where they are going. I’m grateful to Governor Lamont for working with me and my colleagues on this to deliver for our constituents.”

New weekday eastbound service

Two new weekday eastbound trains will operate from New Haven to New London, making stops at all Shore Line East stations:

New CTrail 1628: Departs New Haven Union Station at 2:55 p.m. and arrives in New London at 4:05 p.m.

New CTrail 1640: Departs New Haven Union Station at 5:55 p.m. and arrives in New London at 7:05 p.m.

—New Connection: Metro-North Railroad’s Super Express Train 3542 connects with CTrail 1640 at New Haven Union Station, providing improved connectivity for passengers departing New York City at 4:11 p.m. and Stamford at 4:44 p.m.

New weekday westbound service

Two new weekday westbound trains will operate from New London to New Haven, making stops at all Shore Line East stations:

09/15/2026

National Hispanic Heritage Month takes place September 15 to October 15 as a time to recognize and celebrate the many diverse cultures and extensive histories of the American Hispanic community. Join me in appreciating these vibrant cultures and their unique contributions to our country.

09/01/2026

It's that time again!

09/01/2026

https://www.town-bulletin.com/towns/cheshire/

Local meetings, events, records, sports, and community updates for Cheshire residents.

08/25/2026

WHAT DOES YOUR CRET SCORE MEAN when you're buying a home?

Your credit score plays a significant role in big financial decisions, and few are bigger than buying a home.

Most mortgage programs have a minimum credit score requirement you’ll have to meet to qualify. Beyond that, your credit score can also influence your interest rate and terms. The better your score, the better those rates and terms tend to be.

Are you getting ready to purchase a home?
Message me.

08/20/2026

New details from the Federal Reserve and high Treasury yields continued to put pressure on mortgage rates this week. That makes affordability and monthly payment conversations especially important for buyers.

Here's what it means for buyers:

Federal Reserve officials remain focused on inflation. Minutes from the Fed's July meeting showed several officials supported raising rates, while others said additional hikes may be needed if inflation doesn't continue to ease. That uncertainty could keep rates elevated.
The 10-year Treasury yield remains a key driver of mortgage rates. As long as it stays elevated, mortgage rates are likely to remain elevated as well, continuing to put pressure on buyers' monthly payments.
Affordability continues to shape the housing market. The National Association of Home Builders' Housing Market Index, which measures builders' views of current and expected single-family home sales, rose slightly to 35 in August. A reading below 50 signals negative sentiment, and at least 30% of builders have reported cutting prices for 16 straight months to support buyer demand.
Mortgage rates could lower if retail sales, employment and inflation continue to soften. Goldman Sachs believes markets may be expecting more Fed rate hikes than the economy will ultimately warrant, but any improvement in rates isn't guaranteed.
Buyers who understand their budget and monthly payment options will be ready to act when the right home comes along.

08/20/2026

As a whole, CT has great schools.
I remember working with a client from Arkansas, relocating to CT. He had school-aged children and I asked him if he had any preference for school districts. He said; "Sylvia ANY school system in CT is better than where we live now." I guess I take it for granted.

Here's how Cheshire High School stacks up with other high schools in Connecticut, according to U.S. News & World Report.

08/18/2026

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Orange is receiving a $350,000 state grant to support in-district special education programming.