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August 29, 2022Edition

🔒CHIPS bill is a win for New England innovation economy

Earlier this month, after nearly two years and multiple iterations, President Biden signed into law a sweeping piece of bipartisan legislation aimed at bolstering domestic semiconductor manufacturing, as well as making key investments in research and development. The New England Council was proud to support the “CHIPS and Science Act” and we believe that its […]

🔒Bordonaro: Amid office downsizings, Hartford must plot new path forward

The pandemic’s impact on Greater Hartford’s office market has come into sharper focus in recent weeks.And the...

🔒Businesses look to hire Ukrainian refugees amid labor shortage – but they need more than just a job

As Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine grinds on, more than 100,000 refugees have arrived in the United...

🔒With dual leadership team intact, Wadsworth Atheneum focuses on diversifying works, audience, major marketing campaign

As the Wadsworth Atheneum begins a new era with its CEO and director posts split between two...
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🔒Man & Machine: Major CT industry sectors turn to automation, AI amid workforce shortage, high labor costs

As several industries deal with workforce shortages and high labor costs, companies are increasingly investing in automation...

🔒Ellington company’s subscription-based milk delivery service finds growing customer base

After nearly 10 years as CEO of Ellington-based Oakridge Dairy Farm, Seth Bahler was looking to diversify...

🔒In competition for top student talent, UConn eyes overhaul of on-campus housing with more modern amenities

As UConn faces the reality that a majority of its on-campus housing is decades-old, the state’s flagship university has plans to demolish and renovate at least a half-dozen residence halls, and would like to bring more housing to its other campuses, including possibly its Hartford branch.

🔒Targeted Expansion: With eye on small business growth, Liberty Bank readies debut of national ‘digital bank’

After more than a year of delay, Middletown-based Liberty Bank anticipates opening a digital bank in the...
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🔒Amid challenges running an independent hospital, Barwis finds solace in finish carpentry hobby

Bristol Health President and CEO Kurt Barwis’ home is a testament to his patience, dedication and diligence...

🔒Former Southington Pratt & Whitney facility fully leased after major renovation

It was a team effort to rejuvenate the former Pratt & Whitney campus on Aircraft Road in...

🔒Housing Boom: Backed by employer support, Farmington sees wave of multifamily development

With a plethora of stately homes and modest dwellings, both new and old, Farmington’s housing stock includes...

🔒Entrepreneur has sights on Hartford area with hiccup-curing startup

Coming on the heels of her company’s nationwide launch of a hiccup-treating lollipop, a 24-year-old entrepreneur is...
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🔒Legal experts: COVID-19 vaccine mandates easing; hybrid work here to stay

With summer coming to an end and vacation time drying up, some employers are revisiting their thinking...

🔒Dime Bank looks to open new branch in Vernon

Norwich-based Dime Bank has filed an application with the Connecticut Department of Banking and Federal Deposit Insurance...

🔒‘Grossly excessive’: Downtown Hartford’s largest landlord sues city over property valuations

Shelbourne Global Solutions, Hartford’s largest downtown landlord, is appealing in state court the city’s tax assessments on...
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