![The Nile Virus is not the first mosquito related virus to spread in Connecticut in recent years. Eastern Equine Encephalitis and Zika Virus have both also had a Connecticut presence.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screen-Shot-2023-09-22-at-3.30.56-PM.png)
Advisory warning: Nile virus-infected mosquitos spread across Westport
Rylie Cordella ’25 and Alice Frascella ’25
• September 22, 2023
![On average, a diabetic uses roughly two to three vials of insulin each month.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-21-at-6.41.43-PM.png)
Insulin prices unnecessarily clean out wallets
Maddie Bell '23, Staff Writer
• September 21, 2022
![Masks, the symbol of the pandemic. The imminent end of most mandates signals a return to normality.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Screen-Shot-2022-03-01-at-6.42.16-PM.png)
Lifting the mask mandate provides a breath of fresh air
Sarah Marron ’24, Web Sports Editor
• March 1, 2022
![The Connecticut Department of Public Health reported 11 fentanyl-laced marijuana overdose cases in July, nine in August, nine in September and 10 in October. The cases occurred all over Connecticut with no apparent pattern. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, just two milligrams of fentanyl can be a lethal dose.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CALENDAR-900x542.jpg)
Connecticut Department of Public Health warns of fentanyl-laced marijuana spike
Giselle Oldani '22, Web Managing Editor
• November 24, 2021
![From something as simple as garlic to more complex blends, spices serve as flavorful and beneficial additions to daily meals. Certain spices like masala can tease out stronger, more aromatic flavors, while others, including turmeric and trikatu, contain key health-promoting ingredients.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Screen-Shot-2021-10-07-at-2.48.56-PM.png)
Spicing food offers practical and tasty approach to cooking
Allison Gillman '23, Assistant Business Manager
• October 7, 2021
![Students from Connecticut College return to remote learning as a result of the increased COVID cases.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Screen-Shot-2021-09-21-at-9.51.44-PM.png)
Connecticut College returns students to remote learning amid COVID-19 outbreak
Sarah Marron ’24, Web Sports Editor
• September 21, 2021
![Connecticut remains effective in vaccine distribution; however, demand has decreased in the past few weeks, leaving officials concerned.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-25-at-12.58.06-PM-777x900.png)
Connecticut vaccination rates decline, worries officials
Ella Shi ’23, Paper Features Editor
• May 25, 2021
![On March 18, 2020, almost two weeks after the party where my family contracted Covid-19, my family and I were able to get our first Covid-19 tests at a drive through testing center at Bedford Middle School.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-07-at-9.39.14-AM.png)
Stigma against contracting Covid-19 has grown overtime
Lily Caplan ’22, Managing Editor
• May 7, 2021
![Connecticut Gov. Lamont plans vaccination distribution after state COVID-19 rates reach record high in early December. The White House encourages residents to abide by protocols as holiday season approaches.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Screen-Shot-2020-12-15-at-2.01.29-PM.png)
Governor Lamont implements vaccine distribution plan to combat rising COVID-19 cases after White House warning
Ella Shi ’23, Staff Writer
• December 15, 2020
![A COVID-19 vaccine is currently being developed.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-22-at-12.50.43-PM-900x594.png)
Potential COVID-19 vaccine brings controversy
Maddy Tansley ’23 and Meg Enquist ’23
• October 22, 2020
![Prisoners packed in tight spaces make it difficult to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and steps must be taken to slow the spread throughout jails.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pasted-image-0-900x599.png)
Prisons must adjust to coronavirus spreading through packed cells
Karina Murray '22, Staff Writer
• April 27, 2020
![The pediatric waiting room at the Yale New Haven Childrens Hospital lays empty as a result of the coronavirus.](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/35d5f445-bab1-4eb8-8dc6-85d86f631585-675x900.jpg)
Precautions taken at Yale Children’s Hospital ensure minimal spread of COVID-19
Samantha Felner '22, Managing Editor
• March 26, 2020
![Stop & Shop added a window of time from 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM for customers ages 60 and over to shop alone, effective March 19, as this age group is highly vulnerable to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).](https://www.inklingsnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Screen-Shot-2020-03-23-at-11.23.43-AM.png)
Stop & Shop adjusts hours to accommodate patrons ages 60 and over
Emma Van Riper ’20, Social Media Director
• March 23, 2020
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