HARTFORD - Preliminary figures show Connecticut lost 1,200 net jobs in July, but a state labor official says job growth still remains…
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Tuesday 08/14/2018
Artistic jewelry is specialty of new Plainville shop Posted: 14 August 2018 [09:37 PM] PLAINVILLE - The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce welcomed Birdhouse Jewelry to town Tuesday. Birdhouse Jewelry, at 466 East Street, is…
San Gennaro: Italian food 'like grandma makes' Posted: 14 August 2018 [09:29 PM] BRISTOL - San Gennaro Wood Fired Brick Oven Pizza and Restaurant makes fine Italian cuisine like no one else in the area. “We’re…
Improvements continue at Yankee Harley-Davidson Posted: 14 August 2018 [09:27 PM] BRISTOL - Yankee Harley-Davidson has seen strong support from its customer base this year and hopes to bring in some new…
Bristol voters continue to make their voices heard on primary day with about 20 percent turnout in city Posted: 14 August 2018 [01:43 PM] BRISTOL – Bristol voters continue to make their voices heard on primary day, casting ballots for the candidates whom they felt…
Monday 08/13/2018
MANUFACTURING: Blumenthal says Tunxis program can be a model for the nation Posted: 13 August 2018 [08:37 PM] FARMINGTON - Tunxis Community College can be a model for what the country needs to expand, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal said.…
Wednesday 08/08/2018
Propane is fueling Power Fuels' growth Posted: 08 August 2018 [11:29 AM] BRISTOL - Power Fuels President Katie Childs says customers can expect quick service, fair prices and a knowledgeable staff eager to…
Tuesday 08/07/2018
Stanley Black & Decker to acquire manufacturer for $690 million Posted: 07 August 2018 [08:27 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Stanley Black & Decker announced on Tuesday that it has entered an agreement to acquire International Equipment Solutions…
PURA mulls changes in electric billing Posted: 07 August 2018 [08:20 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority is closer to making a decision on redesigning bills for third-party electric supplier…
Monday 08/06/2018
Murphy's Manufacturing Monday: Murphy implores the DoD to buy more products from CT Posted: 06 August 2018 [06:57 PM] PLAINFIELD - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy is working with a Plainfield manufacturer to encourage a ban on the use of foreign-made…
Medical device manufacturer values CCSU relationship Posted: 06 August 2018 [06:55 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A manufacturing company that started in 1911 is still running and hopes to improve its technologies for better…
Tuesday 07/31/2018
Wayback gives back to Bristol police K-9 unit Posted: 31 July 2018 [08:38 PM] BRISTOL - Wayback Burgers recently held a fundraiser supporting the Police Department’s K-9 unit. “I’ve lived in Bristol my whole…
Friday 07/27/2018
ESPN parent company moves closer to buying Fox Posted: 27 July 2018 [08:33 PM] Bloomberg 21st Century Fox and Walt Disney shareholders approved the sale of Fox’s entertainment assets Friday, moving one of the biggest media…
Tuesday 07/24/2018
Ricci & Co.: Personalized financial services Posted: 24 July 2018 [08:36 PM] BRISTOL - Ricci & Co., CPAs, is committed to providing clients with hands-on service and personal attention, says owner Bryan Ricci.…
Saporito Chiropractic's focus is 'whole patient' Posted: 24 July 2018 [08:34 PM] BRISTOL - Saporito Chiropractic takes a holistic approach to treating patients with chronic pain. “We help patients with headaches, neck pain,…
Monday 07/23/2018
Bristol-based Barnes Group acquires U.K. spring maker Posted: 23 July 2018 [09:22 PM] BRISTOL - Barnes Group Inc. has acquired United Kingdom-based Industrial Gas Springs Group Holdings Ltd. The acquisition will complement Sweden’s Nitrogen…
Posted: 23 July 2018 [08:24 PM] SOUTH WINDSOR - U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) announced Satellite Tool & Machine Co., Inc., is this week’s “Murphy’s Monday Manufacturer.” Satellite Tool specializes in precision tuning, milling and assembly of aircraft engine and helicopter parts. Founded in East Windsor…
Friday 07/20/2018
Super Natural Market & Deli location is on the market Posted: 20 July 2018 [08:38 PM] BRISTOL - The former Super Natural Market & Deli, at 224 North Main St., has been listed for sale for…
Tuesday 07/17/2018
Sports bar coming in August to Bristol's N. Main St. Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:41 PM] BRISTOL - Bristol Sports Bar & Grille is planning to open in a month at the former location of Milestone Restaurant,…
Easy as ABB: New company takes over GE Industrial Solutions in Plainville Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:35 PM] PLAINVILLE - ABB Industrial Solutions has taken over the GE Industrial Solutions building at 41 Woodford Ave. as part of ABB’s…
Morin Corp.: A growing company with a loyal staff Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:20 PM] BRISTOL - Morin Corp. has been in Bristol for some 60 years, although it has been known by different names…
Try Greer's for award-winning fried chicken Posted: 17 July 2018 [08:17 PM] BRISTOL -- Find the comforts of Southern fried chicken and home-styled salads at Greer’s Chicken, which was awarded “Best Fried Chicken”…
Monday 07/16/2018
STEM summer program stimulates young minds Posted: 16 July 2018 [07:11 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Central Connecticut State University is currently hosting its sixth annual Young Engineers Summer STEM Workforce Development Program to…
Tuesday 07/10/2018
Century 21 Bay-Mar Realty ready help with home buying Posted: 10 July 2018 [07:45 PM] BRISTOL – Century 21 Bay-Mar Realty, Inc. has been helping guide clients through the process of buying, selling or renting residential…
Monday 07/09/2018
New classes help prepare students to enter workforce Posted: 09 July 2018 [06:51 PM] FARMINGTON – Tunxis Community College is accepting applicants for the new advanced manufacturing technology programs. For students who don’t know which career path to take or individuals who are looking for a career change, there will be an information…
Tech headquarters coming to CT with help from governor Posted: 09 July 2018 [06:50 PM] WEST HARTFORD – Gov. Dannel Malloy announced last week that Seven Stars Cloud Group, Inc. will be opening its global headquarters…
Friday 07/06/2018
Barnes Group leader to be honored by Hartford Business Journal Posted: 06 July 2018 [09:20 PM] BRISTOL - Tom Barnes, who leads Barnes Group Inc. and its charitable foundation, will be presented with the Hartford Business Journal’s Lifetime…
Tuesday 06/26/2018
Leszek Wrona Soccer Academy hosts camps and clinics Posted: 26 June 2018 [08:33 PM] BRISTOL - The Leszek Wrona Soccer Academy has a number of camps and clinics guaranteed to fit your child’s soccer needs.…
Good Guy Electric a highly rated, full-service contractor Posted: 26 June 2018 [08:32 PM] PLYMOUTH - If you’re going to have someone work on the electricity in your home or business, wouldn’t you…
Monday 06/25/2018
Taking a sustainable approach to manufacturing Posted: 25 June 2018 [07:06 PM] NEWINGTON – Kenai Sports of Newington recycled more than 40,000 pounds of textile waste this year alone. The goal of Phil…
Friday 06/22/2018
Ingraham Manor donation leads to renovation Posted: 22 June 2018 [08:59 PM] BRISTOL - Ingraham Manor was recently able to renovate its two nursing stations and nourishment room thanks to a generous donation…
Tuesday 06/19/2018
Easy online application can get you into the chamber Posted: 19 June 2018 [09:04 PM] BRISTOL - Joining the Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce is as easy as filling out an online form, and has a…
Yankee Harley Davidson is active in charity rides Posted: 19 June 2018 [09:03 PM] BRISTOL - After completing major renovations, Yankee Harley Davidson is gearing up for major charity rides to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy…
People's United acquires Farmington Bank in $544M deal Posted: 19 June 2018 [12:07 PM] BRIDGEPORT - People's United Bank has agreed to acquire the holding company for Farmington Bank in a 100 percent stock transaction valued…
Friday 06/15/2018
Super sorrow: Super Natural Deli closes with customers upset by loss Posted: 15 June 2018 [09:03 PM] BRISTOL - After 37 years in business, Super Natural Market and Deli has closed. Super Natural was founded by the late…
Wednesday 06/13/2018
DEEP approves New Britain fuel cell project Posted: 13 June 2018 [08:52 PM] Special to The press The wheels are in motion for what is being hailed as one of the most significant private…
Tuesday 06/12/2018
Century 21 franchise continues to grow Posted: 12 June 2018 [08:27 PM] BRISTOL - Century 21 Bar-Mar Realty, Inc. offers their clients guidance, professional execution and local knowledge of home buying and selling real…
UBI supports community's credit needs Posted: 12 June 2018 [08:26 PM] Stuart Phillips, who’s been working at headquarters in Plainville for over 10 years, stated that the UBI Federal Credit Union offers…
Monday 06/11/2018
UConn pharmacy students, professors improve manufacturing Posted: 11 June 2018 [10:16 PM] NEW BRITAIN –– The UConn school of pharmacy is improving drug manufacturing by using a new technology in the production…
After teasing a name change, IHOP says "b" is for burgers Posted: 11 June 2018 [10:52 AM] NEW YORK - IHOP, which teased a name change to IHOb earlier this month, says the "b'' is to promote its burger…
Tuesday 06/05/2018
Thomaston Savings Bank opens Wolcott branch Posted: 05 June 2018 [09:28 PM] THOMASTON - Thomaston Savings Bank has opened an office in Wolcott. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception was held May 14 to…
Monday 06/04/2018
CCSU robotics student brings skills to Polar Corp. Posted: 04 June 2018 [09:09 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A Central Connecticut State University student is playing a big role while integrating new technology to a Farmington…
Tuesday 05/29/2018
Bristol company wins presidential award Posted: 29 May 2018 [09:26 PM] BRISTOL - U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross has recognized 43 companies and organizations that export U.S. goods and services with the…
Tuesday 05/22/2018
Wireless Zone is Verizon-only Posted: 22 May 2018 [09:14 PM] BRISTOL - Wireless Zone of Bristol is a full-service Verizon-only retailer, offering all Verizon products and services Verizon. The…
Cliff's Automotive motors into its 10th year Posted: 22 May 2018 [09:13 PM] PLYMOUTH - Cliff’s Automotive is celebrating its 10th year in business this month at its location at 410 Main St., Terryville.…
Monday 05/21/2018
Engineering students work with middle schoolers for Go Baby Go Posted: 21 May 2018 [09:00 PM] Digital Content Specialist for Newington Public Schools NEWINGTON - The Academy of Biomedical Sciences at Martin Kellogg Middle School and students and…
Friday 05/18/2018
Summer work happening thanks to grant Posted: 18 May 2018 [09:34 PM] BRISTOL - The Walsh Summer Work Experience Program (WSWEP) will once again be offered in 2018. Last summer the City of Bristol…
Annual Meeting, State of the City upcoming for chambers Posted: 18 May 2018 [09:29 PM] BRISTOL - The Central CT Chambers of Commerce have announced several upcoming programs next month. On June 6, The Bristol Chamber…
Tuesday 05/15/2018
Documentary on Stanley Black & Decker premieres Thursday on CPTV Posted: 15 May 2018 [09:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Connecticut Public Television will premiere an original documentary, “The Toolbox of America,” on Thursday at 8 p.m.…
Longtime appraisal firm continues to prosper Posted: 15 May 2018 [08:54 PM] BRISTOL - Calciano & Stern Appraisal will soon become Calciano, Stern & Miller as Steve Miller has become a co-owner of…