Local Services

Experts Espresso Corner

Dr. Spencer Simmons: Finding Your Balance Again; Dr. Ayo Buraimoh: Creating a Healthy Home Article by Spencer Simmons, Ayo Buraimoh Fyzical Balance & Therapy: Finding Your Balance Again Balance problems are often dismissed as a normal part of aging, but dizziness, unsteadiness, and falls are not something you have to live with. Balance and vestibular physical therapy is a specialized form of rehabilitation that evaluates and treats problems involving the inner ear, vision, and nervous...

Home + Design

PGT Painting

The Company Delivers Style, Craftsmanship and Quality Across Central Connecticut Article by Eileen M. McNamara What began as one painter's dream of building a business rooted in quality workmanship has grown into one of Central Connecticut's trusted names in painting and home improvement. As PGT Painting approaches its fifth year in business, owner Paulie Tirella continues to build the company on the same principles that inspired him to strike out on his own after spending 15 years working...

Beauty

A Style For Every Body

At Jenny Andre Hair & Skin Spa Great Hair Has No Age or Gender Article by Eileen M. McNamara From precision cuts and vibrant color to curly hair, men's grooming and children's styles, Jenny Andre Hair & Skin Spa is proving that great hair has no age, gender or texture. Since opening her West Hartford salon last year, owner Jenny Andre has built her business around a simple philosophy: healthy hair is beautiful hair. Jenny completed an intensive four-year academy program in hairstyling and...

Shopping

Love, Style and Lasting Sparkle

Becker’s Diamonds & Fine Jewelry Keeps Pace with Today's Wedding Ring Fashions Article by Eileen M. McNamara For 45 years, Becker's Diamonds and Fine Jewelry has helped couples celebrate one of life's biggest milestones. The family-owned jeweler has become a trusted destination for generations of Connecticut couples. Becker's has built its reputation on exceptional service, quality craftsmanship and an impressive collection of bridal jewelry. While traditions remain important, President Peter...

Style + Beauty

Daswani Clothiers

A Half Century of Timeless Menswear Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by John Helmke For nearly 50 years, Daswani Clothiers has been a destination for fine menswear, custom tailoring and personalized service in West Hartford Center. The family-owned boutique combines generations of tailoring expertise with a commitment to helping every client look and feel their best. Manoj Daswani is a fourth-generation custom tailor who grew up in the family business. After opening their first...

Professional Services

Experts Espresso Corner

Foot Care Tips From Vale, A Travel Checklist From the Pampered Tourist Article by Dr. Chelsea Viola, Karen Gillis | Photography by Kaitlyn Casso, Kate Wark End-of-Summer Foot Care Tips As summer winds down, back-to-school routines, weekend hikes, and transitioning shoes place new demands on your feet and ankles. Without proper support, this seasonal shift can bring heel pain, ankle sprains, and tendinitis. As a podiatrist, I see these injuries this time of year, and some are preventable. ...

Education

Alleviating Student Anxiety During College Search

Watkinson School Educators Have a Unique Approach To Helping Students During Their Critical Junior Year Article by Jenni French | Photography by Michele Wolff Oftentimes, students rising to their junior year of high school do so with the statement echoing in their heads, “Junior year is the most important year of your life; your future depends on it." The college application and admission process begins in earnest during the junior year, and is known for being intensely fraught, and...

Professional Services

Through the Lens

Jeff DiCosimo Keeps Connecticut's Memories in Focus With Premier Portraits Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by Jeff DiCosimo In an age when nearly everyone carries a camera in their pocket, Jeff DiCosimo believes professional photography still offers something a smartphone never can: the ability to turn life's fleeting moments into lasting memories. For more than 42 years, Jeff has built a career photographing everything from kindergarten class portraits and high school seniors to...

Life + Culture

Connecticut Humane Society

A Legacy of Compassion for People and Pets Article by Eileen M. McNamara For nearly 150 years the Connecticut Humane Society has been a place of second chances. From rescuing abandoned animals to helping families keep beloved pets during difficult times, the organization has evolved into one of the state's most important animal welfare resources while staying true to its founding mission of compassion. The Connecticut Humane Society traces its roots to 1881, when Hartford teenager Gertrude O...

Fitness

Capitol Securities Management

A Q&A On Retirement Planning and Saving For Your Kids Article by Eileen M. McNamara | Photography by John Helmke Artificial intelligence, robo-advisors and online trading platforms have transformed the investment landscape. With markets moving rapidly many investors value something technology can't replicate: a trusted local advisor who understands their family's goals. At Capitol Securities Management, Inc., affiliated with the national firm Raymond James, local advisor Joseph Mauriello...