Harriet Jones

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.

Electric Boat breaks ground on North Stonington warehouse site

The 480,000-square-foot facility will support the construction of Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines.

🔒Pratt & Whitney invests $200M in facilities in U.S., Poland

Pratt & Whitney has announced investments totalling $200 million in facilities both in the U.S. and overseas. The...

Inside New Britain medtech components maker AVNA’s next chapter under new President Mambrino

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Travelers gives $24M in charitable donations in 2025, including CT projects

Local giving includes a $1 million commitment to The Wadsworth Athenaeum to help the museum restore its pre-pandemic hours.
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Pratt saw sales of $8.2 billion in the quarter, up 11% from the same quarter a year ago.

🔒Toolmaker Stanley Black & Decker sees minimal impact from latest tariff changes

The manufacturer has previously spoken about the Trump administration’s tariff policy as a “large shock” to the industry.

🔒Women-owned cannabis company opens second CT dispensary

Nightjar opened its East Lyme location last year. It also operates a dispensary in New Jersey.

🔒Walmart targets 10 CT locations for store remodels after $68M investment

The retailer is focusing on technology in its upgrades, including a store-based app experience that helps customers navigate the aisles.
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Bloomfield engine maker targets $5M from new crowdfunding campaign

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🔒Simsbury-built components fly on NASA’s first crewed lunar mission in decades

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense supplied crucial systems, supporting hardware from Boeing, Lockheed and Northrop Grumman.
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