Connecticut sees an uptick in union membership, bucking the national trend as U.S. union participation reaches historic lows. The state's growth is attributed to increased organizing in healthcare and service sectors. Source: hartfordbusiness.com
Construction crews have begun clearing land for a new 24-unit apartment complex on Town Hill Avenue. The project is expected to create numerous construction jobs and help address local housing needs. Source: ctpost.com
Wegmans Food Markets confirms summer opening date for its first Connecticut location in Norwalk. The store is expected to create hundreds of local jobs, with recruitment and training programs already underway. Source: nhregister.com
Newington officials are exploring development opportunities for a 50-acre property, aiming to revitalize the downtown area. The project could potentially create significant construction and permanent jobs through mixed-use development. Source: hartfordbusiness.com
Subcontractors at Bridgeport's Steelpointe development face penalties for wage violations and worker misclassification | source: ctpost.com
New legislation aims to strengthen enforcement against wage theft and increase penalties for violators in Connecticut | source: ctmirror.org
New Haven zoning board rejects proposal to convert historic Edwards Firehouse into apartment complex, citing community concerns | source: newhavenindependent.org
Connecticut manufacturers face growing workforce gaps as they seek to attract younger generation to available manufacturing positions | source: ctmirror.org
Eight Connecticut school construction projects receive priority funding status, with total investments reaching $152 million for facilities improvements | source: stamfordadvocate.com
Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is issuing requests for proposals for new nuclear power and renewable energy contracts. The initiative aims to secure long-term clean energy sources to support the state's infrastructure and climate goals.