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Monday 11/12/2018
Organization aims to bring aerospace manufacturing world to Connecticut Posted: 12 November 2018 [08:16 PM] HARTFORD - Aerospace Components Manufacturers is a nonprofit organization that started in 1999 and has a mission of bringing the global…
Monday 11/05/2018
Great benefits help Berlin's Sirois Tool retain employees Posted: 05 November 2018 [07:50 PM] BERLIN - Sirois Tool Co., Inc. is a manufacturer that strives to retain employees by providing 100 percent paid medical insurance…
Monday 10/29/2018
Berlin firm Supermill keeps growing with help of new equipment Posted: 29 October 2018 [07:55 PM] BERLIN - Last week, Supermill LLC employees were learning how to operate a brand new OTEC machine used for cutting edge…
Hillery Company of Groton is Murphy's Monday Manufacturer Posted: 29 October 2018 [07:54 PM] GROTON - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., recently recognized designer and fabricator Hillery Company as his Monday manufacturer. The company…
Friday 10/26/2018
Lawmaker says utilities should fix billing issues sooner Posted: 26 October 2018 [08:56 PM] HARTFORD - A state senator is asking that the deadline for Eversource and United Illuminating to make changes to the way…
Tuesday 10/23/2018
Hometown Pizza serving pizza pies for five years Posted: 23 October 2018 [09:10 PM] BRISTOL - Hometown Pizza has been serving Bristol quality pizza pies with friendly service for five years. “A lot of people…
Firefly Hollow Brewing toasts to their fifth anniversary Posted: 23 October 2018 [09:09 PM] BRISTOL- Firefly Hollow Brewing Co. is ready to celebrate their fifth anniversary with the “5 Years of Getting Lit (responsibly)” event…
Monday 10/22/2018
Stanley to donate up to $150,000 for hurricane relief Posted: 22 October 2018 [08:31 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Stanley Black & Decker recently announced that it has approved its fourth quarter dividend and that it is…
Wednesday 10/17/2018
Hayes, Santos disagree on most issues in debate at CCSU Posted: 17 October 2018 [10:08 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Voters got an up-close look at candidates for the 5th District seat in the U.S. House…
Tuesday 10/16/2018
Quinoco Energy fuels homes and communities Posted: 16 October 2018 [09:15 PM] BRISTOL - Quinoco Energy Services Inc. is a full-service fuel and HVAC energy company servicing customers from three primary locations…
Friday 10/12/2018
Change of hands: Crowley selling 2 dealerships in Plainville Posted: 12 October 2018 [09:22 PM] PLAINVILLE - Two of Crowley Automotive Group’s 13 dealerships are being sold to Gengras, a dealership with six shops in and…
Wednesday 10/10/2018
Newcomer to Plymouth Business Park is already expanding Posted: 10 October 2018 [09:18 PM] PLYMOUTH - MPL Solutions broke ground Wednesday on an expansion that will double its size in the town’s business park.…
Mattress Firm closing Bristol, Newington locations Posted: 10 October 2018 [08:58 PM] Mattress Firm is closing stores in Bristol and Newington, the retail chain has confirmed. The stores are among 209 that will…
Tuesday 10/09/2018
Staples to close Bristol store on Nov. 2 Posted: 09 October 2018 [09:02 PM] BRISTOL - Staples’ store at 871 Farmington Ave. will be closing Nov. 2. The Bristol outlet of the national office…
Zen Yoga Barre offers new paths to wellness Posted: 09 October 2018 [08:44 PM] FARMINGTON - Zen Yoga Barre has added new classes and instructors, offering a variety of ways for people to improve their…
Monday 10/08/2018
Innovation, technology help Integro serve several different industries Posted: 08 October 2018 [08:15 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Integro is a local manufacturer that focuses on being innovative and keeps up with technologies to provide solutions…
LBI Corp. is Murphy's Monday Manufacturer Posted: 08 October 2018 [08:14 PM] GROTON - LBI Corp. is a naval system developer that has been offering its services since 1971, providing customers with remotely…
Friday 10/05/2018
GOP Gov. candidate tours New Britain businesses Posted: 05 October 2018 [08:46 PM] NEW BRITAIN - With about a month to go before Connecticut voters take to the polls, Republican candidate for governor Bob…
Thursday 10/04/2018
Stanley CEO talks about the future of manufacturing Posted: 04 October 2018 [08:26 PM] BRISTOL - Stanley Black & Decker’s chief executive officer, Jim Loree, spoke at the Tunxis Foundation Networking Breakfast on Tuesday about…
Wednesday 10/03/2018
Curtis Products celebrates expansion, relocation to Bristol Posted: 03 October 2018 [09:16 PM] BRISTOL - City, Chamber of Commerce and state officials held a ribbon cutting ceremony at Curtis Products Wednesday to celebrate the…
Monday 10/01/2018
Reno Machine's evolution into large-part precision manufacturing Posted: 01 October 2018 [08:42 PM] NEWINGTON - Reno Machine Company Inc. is a family business that specializes in large-part precision manufacturing for various industries. The company…
Murphy lauds passage of defense spending bill Posted: 01 October 2018 [08:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy recently praised the passage of the Department of Defense and Labor, Health and Human…
Friday 09/28/2018
Dee-lightful grand opening for Bristol laundry's new location Posted: 28 September 2018 [08:06 PM] BRISTOL - City officials celebrated the grand opening of Dee’s Cleaners & Laundromat new location Friday. Owner Dee Dee Mandino has…
Tuesday 09/25/2018
Adult Ed goes above and beyond Posted: 25 September 2018 [09:05 PM] BRISTOL – Every community in Connecticut is mandated by state law to have their own adult education program or to…
Joining the chamber is easy and beneficial Posted: 25 September 2018 [09:00 PM] BRISTOL -- Joining the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce is as easy as filling out an online form, and has a…
Monday 09/24/2018
Murphy talks manufacturing with Polish president Posted: 24 September 2018 [08:43 PM] NEW BRITAIN - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy discussed the close ties between Connecticut and Poland last Tuesday during a meeting with…
Tuesday 09/18/2018
New England Carousel Museum reports substantial growth Posted: 18 September 2018 [09:00 PM] BRISTOL - The New England Carousel Museum has grown more this year than the last five combined, while providing more than…
Monday 09/17/2018
Posted: 17 September 2018 [09:18 PM] NEWINGTON - Diversified Manufacturing Technologies offers services such as white light imaging and additive manufacturing to make parts for individuals, small and large companies. The business was created in 2016 and it has a goal of ensuring that their…
Stanley recognized in Sustainability World Index Posted: 17 September 2018 [09:13 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Stanley Black & Decker recently announced that it has been recognized as part of the Dow Jones Sustainability…
Wednesday 09/12/2018
Stanley eyes stake in power equipment maker Posted: 12 September 2018 [08:24 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Stanley Black & Decker announced Wednesday that it has entered an agreement to acquire a 20 percent stake…
Tuesday 09/11/2018
Roraback is new vice chairman of Torrington Savings Bank Board of Trustees Posted: 11 September 2018 [09:40 PM] TORRINGTON - The Torrington Savings Bank’s Board of Trustees recently voted to appoint Charles E. “Chip” Roraback vice chairman. Roraback, a…
O.V. Resources matches clients with properties Posted: 11 September 2018 [09:23 PM] BRISTOL -- O.V. Resources of Connecticut LLC is the best resource for anyone who needs to find the right commercial,…
Monday 09/10/2018
Central CT Chambers of Commerce to host manufacturing job fair Posted: 10 September 2018 [08:49 PM] BRISTOL - The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce is looking for vendors for its first job fair specific to manufacturing and…
Ball & Roller Bearing is Murphy's Monday Manufacturer Posted: 10 September 2018 [08:41 PM] NEW MILFORD - U.S. Sen/ Chris Murphy announced Monday that Ball & Roller Bearing is “Murphy’s Monday Manufacturer.” Ball & Roller…
Friday 09/07/2018
Dem. Lt. Gov candidate tours DACRUZ Manufacturing Posted: 07 September 2018 [09:03 PM] BRISTOL - Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor Susan Bysiewicz toured DACRUZ Manufacturing Friday and met a successful hire from Bristol Adult…
Wednesday 09/05/2018
City officials welcome new eatery to downtown Bristol Posted: 05 September 2018 [09:05 PM] BRISTOL - A large crowd helped open the Bristol Sports Bar & Grille Wednesday afternoon, including city officials congratulating the owner…
Forbes survey rates Thomaston Savings Bank No. 1 in U.S. Posted: 05 September 2018 [08:57 PM] BRISTOL - Forbes has ranked Thomaston Savings Bank the No. 1 bank in the country and, naturally, President and CEO Stephen…
Monday 09/03/2018
PatientWisdom is Murphy's 'Innovator of the Month' Posted: 03 September 2018 [07:36 PM] NEW HAVEN - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., recently announced that PatientWisdom, Inc., a digital health start-up, is “Murphy’s Innovator of the…
Monday 08/27/2018
Brewery drops plans for old Bristol Press building Posted: 27 August 2018 [09:29 PM] BRISTOL - Better Half Brewing no longer plans to open in the former Bristol Press building and is now looking for…
Acme Monaco to hols health fair for employees and their families Posted: 27 August 2018 [08:37 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Acme Monaco will be hosting its sixth annual employee health fair on Sept. 28 in its New Britain…
Prime Technology of Branford is Murphy's Monday Manufacturer Posted: 27 August 2018 [08:36 PM] NORTH BRANFORD - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy announced Monday that his manufacturer of the week is Prime Technology, an electronic systems…
Friday 08/24/2018
ESPN looking to add e-sports programming for younger audience Posted: 24 August 2018 [09:25 PM] BRISTOL - ESPN has continued to evolve over the decades keeping up with the culture and the marketplace, rolling out…
Tuesday 08/21/2018
Stanley Black & Decker relaunches Craftsman Posted: 21 August 2018 [09:25 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Craftsman brand is relaunching with the introduction of 1,200 redesigned tools and other products made by Stanley…
Computer Development Systems: 37 years in IT Posted: 21 August 2018 [08:52 PM] BRISTOL - Computer Development Systems Inc. has been meeting Connecticut’s IT needs for 37 years. Family-owned and operated, the…
Bowling, games and more at Spare Time Entertainment Posted: 21 August 2018 [08:50 PM] BRISTOL - Spare Time Entertainment offers a lot of fun for children and adults, with over 79 arcade games, 22 bowling…
Posted: 21 August 2018 [07:24 PM] COLCHESTER - Meredith Ritz Shay, CEO of InCord, said that while it has been difficult to get qualified workers in the manufacturing industry, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy is playing a big role in changing that. By recognizing…
Murphy, Jahana Hayes visit New Britain's A-1 Machining Posted: 21 August 2018 [07:22 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Just a few days after winning her party’s endorsement for Connecticut’s 5th Congressional District, Democrat Jahana Hayes was…
Friday 08/17/2018
Chamber welcomes 'class act' to new high-traffic location Posted: 17 August 2018 [06:47 PM] BRISTOL - City leaders and Chamber members welcomed Berkshire Hathaway Home Services to their new location on Terryville Avenue Thursday, with…
Thursday 08/16/2018
Connecticut lost 1,200 jobs in July, jobless rate unchanged Posted: 16 August 2018 [04:49 PM] HARTFORD - Preliminary figures show Connecticut lost 1,200 net jobs in July, but a state labor official says job growth still remains…