Cheshire County Administrator, Chris Coates joins WKBK’s Dan Mitchell to discuss the recent Town Hall Meeting that focused on the state legislature’s impact on local budgets. 5.7.26

Cheshire County Administrator, Chris Coates joins WKBK's Dan Mitchell to discuss the recent Town Hall Meeting that focused on the state legislature's impact on local budgets. 5.7.26

By Dan Mitchell May 7, 2026 10:20 am

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Entertainment

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Sports

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