Harriet Jones

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Harriet Jones is a journalist and audio storyteller based in Hartford, Connecticut, covering business, manufacturing, and economic development for the Hartford Business Journal. Previously, she was Managing Editor at Connecticut Public Radio, where she reported on issues like immigration and income inequality, earning an Edward R. Murrow Award. She has also edited award-winning podcasts, including Higher Ground, and worked for the BBC in Scotland and Eastern Europe. With a career spanning print, radio, and podcasts, she specializes in making complex topics accessible through in-depth reporting and storytelling.
Retail

New GM Edwards guides Westfarms as Gen Z fuels rebound in in-person shopping

With nearly every storefront leased and a new general manager at the helm, Westfarms is thriving — even as struggling malls across Connecticut and the country tell a very different story.
Insurance

🔒Travelers Cos.: Workers’ comp claims down, but injuries more severe

The report says that the trend is driven by two trends: an aging workforce on one hand, and the vulnerability of new employees on the other.
Cannabis

🔒Curaleaf completes acquisition of German medical cannabis business

Four 20 Pharma has distribution across Germany and other European markets, serving nursing homes, pharmacies and research institutions.
Economic Development

CT’s new soccer team finds Norwich home

Norwich City Council has approved a multiyear lease with the Connecticut Sports Group to operate Dodd Stadium.
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Restaurants

Bobby Flay to reopen Mohegan Sun restaurant next month

The ribbon-cutting ceremony is May 21 with Flay in attendance, although the spot is already welcoming guests as part of a soft opening.
Manufacturing

Stanley Black & Decker anticipates higher tariffs later this year, cites ​inflation ​pressures from Iran conflict

Stanley reported first-quarter net income of $59.6 million, or 39 cents-per-share, exceeding Wall Street expectations.
Real Estate & Construction

Express Kitchens commits $250,000 to help customers of shuttered business

Wren Kitchens shuttered all of its U.S. outlets last week without warning, owing customers thousands of dollars in unfinished work.
Economy & Labor

🔒More Yale workers to vote on unionization

About 1,300 postdoctoral employees are eligible to cast a ballot deciding whether to join UNITE HERE Local 33.
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Manufacturing

🔒Electric Boat lands $196M foreign sales contract under AUKUS agreement

The funding is part of a broader commitment from Australia, a total investment of $3 billion into the U.S. submarine industrial base.
Accounting

🔒Workforce Strain: Retirement savings shortfall becomes growing burden for employers

The shift from pensions to 401(k)s has left workers less prepared for retirement, creating a growing challenge for both employees and employers.
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