Recreation Archives - FirstLight

FirstLight Marks a Successful Spring and Summer Outdoor Recreation Season Across its Franklin County Facilities

September 1, 2026

Following a spring and summer season that welcomed over 10,000 visitors, FirstLight highlights outdoor recreation opportunities, accessibility initiatives, and partnerships that will continue through the fall Northfield, MA – September 1, 2026 – Since the start of the Spring-Summer 2026 Outdoor Recreation Season, more than 10,000 visitors have enjoyed FirstLight’s Franklin County facilities in Northfield,…

FirstLight Announces Recipients for 2026 FirstLight Sustains Grant Program

June 29, 2026

The program will provide grants to 17 organizations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania to support projects focused on public safety and services, outdoor recreation, and community improvements Burlington, MA – June 29, 2026 – FirstLight, a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company, today announced that 17 organizations will receive funding through the…

Housatonic River Valley Stewards Emphasize Water Safety with 2026 Summer Recreation Season Underway

June 26, 2026

With summer officially here, public, private, and non-profit organizations in the Housatonic Valley Region join forces to urge vigilance when recreating on waterways New Milford, CT – June 26, 2026 – With summer officially here, FirstLight joined fellow Housatonic River Valley Stewards, including, State Representative Patrick Callahan and New Milford Mayor Peter Bass, to remind…

Candlewood Lake Authority Launches New Research Vessel to Advance Preservation of Candlewood Lake

June 17, 2026

New vessel launched for the 2026 boating season brings advanced research and education capabilities to Connecticut’s largest lake. Candlewood Lake, CT – June 17, 2026 – The Candlewood Lake Authority’s (CLA) new state-of-the-art research vessel marks a significant step forward in efforts to protect and preserve Candlewood Lake for future generations. It is the first-ever…

FirstLight and Town of New Milford Announce Updates to Public Access at New Milford Recreation Sites

July 30, 2025

Dike Point Park is now reopened for reservations while Fisherman’s Parking Lot will remain closed to the public New Milford, CT – July 30, 2025 – FirstLight and the Town of New Milford today provided updates on public access at two FirstLight recreation areas in New Milford. As of Wednesday, July 30, Dike Point Park…

FirstLight and Town of New Milford Announce Temporary Closure of New Milford Recreation Sites

July 18, 2025

Beginning Saturday, July 19, Dike Point Park and Fisherman’s Parking Lot will be temporarily closed to the public while additional public safety enhancements are established. New Milford, CT – July 18, 2025 – FirstLight and the Town of New Milford today announced the closure of two FirstLight recreation areas in New Milford in the interest…

FirstLight Emphasizes Safety and Awareness Amidst Flash Flood Watch

July 8, 2025

New Milford, CT – July 8, 2025 – With anticipated extreme weather and a flash flood watch issued for Connecticut, FirstLight, a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company, urges caution and awareness to those who live, visit, and recreate on and around the Housatonic River. Heavy rainfall often brings high water levels…

FirstLight Announces Recipients for 2025 FirstLight Sustains Grant Program

June 17, 2025

The program will provide grants to 19 organizations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania to support projects focused on public safety and services, outdoor recreation, and community improvements. Burlington, MA – June 17, 2025 – FirstLight, a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company, today announced that 19 organizations will receive funding through the…

FirstLight Notice on Canalside Rail Trail Bike Path Detour

August 21, 2024

Beginning Wednesday, August 21st, a portion of the Canalside Rail Trail Bike Path from the 11th Street Bridge to Depot Street will be closed to allow FirstLight to complete a maintenance project on the Turners Falls Power Canal Left Dike. The closure is expected to continue through late October. To support public awareness of the…

FirstLight Encourages Safe Summer Recreation and Highlights the Critical Role of Energy Storage in Delivering Reliability Through Variable Weather

July 2, 2024

As the official start to summer begins and the weather heats up, FirstLight urges the public to exercise caution when enjoying recreational activities including boating and swimming. Northfield, MA and New Milford, CT – July 2, 2024 – Following recent extreme heat and ahead of Fourth of July activities, FirstLight, a leading clean power producer,…

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