Around the Local

Connecticut solar developers are racing to launch commercial projects before a July 4 federal deadline, with businesses scrambling to qualify for a 30% Investment Tax Credit set to expire under new federal rules. Projects must begin construction by July 4 or reach full operation by December under the One Big Beautiful Bill.
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Demolition has started at East Hartford's Port Eastside development, where developers plan to build 300 apartments as the first phase of a project that will ultimately create up to 1,000 apartments, restaurants, and entertainment venues across 28 acres of Connecticut River waterfront property.
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KGW television producers are preparing to vote on whether to join IBEW Local 48. The unionization effort reflects growing interest among media production workers in securing collective bargaining rights and workplace protections.
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Gridley city officials have approved wage increases as part of a new contract agreement with IBEW union members. The deal includes raises for electrical workers and represents progress in ongoing labor negotiations.
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A discussion on strategies for strengthening the nation's energy infrastructure, investing in training, and preparing the next generation of electrical workers.
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