Norwich — Nearly 100 people gathered at the junction of Main and Cliff streets Thursday evening, at times blocking traffic and bringing even more people curious about what was happening into the crowd to watch the grand opening and dedication of Reliance Health’s new program headquarters.

Reliance Health Inc. purchased the former Sears department store building at 2-6 Cliff St. a year ago for $2.3 million to both consolidate and expand its major service and educational programs. The purchase was part of the agency’s transition from its emphasis on housing for people with mental illness to a health services agency to meet a broader range of clients’ needs. Read more...