Economic Development
Lafayette Circle project a sign of changing times
In line with a pedestrian-friendly shift in urban planning, Bridgeport could get rid of Lafayette Circle as it exists today.
Connecticut receives $3.8 million for job training programs
Connecticut will develop job training programs that respond to the needs of businesses with a more than $3.8 million grant.
Peekskill, Ginsburg dust off plans for former convent
Plans for the former St. Mary’s Convent in Peekskill are on the city docket again after a tumultuous history of redevelopment...
North Shore-LIJ, partner seek medical marijuana license
North Shore-LIJ Health System joins with a Colorado dispensary in a bid to join New York's medical marijuana program.
Bedford Playhouse selects board of directors
The newly constituted Bedford Playhouse has selected its board of directors to lead the fledgling organization and realize its vision for...
Lease deals keep many companies tied to Connecticut
Lengthy lease terms for many of Fairfield County’s largest employers may represent a security blanket of sorts for the county.
Dutchess County to host CFA information session
Dutchess County will host an information session on the consolidated funding application for state economic development funding.
Elmsford apartments planned for former Antun’s site
Robert Martin Co. plans a $22 million mixed-use development on the razed site of a former catering facility.
Connecticut looks to add medical marijuana dispensaries
The state Department of Consumer Protection is seeking applicants for three new licenses to sell medical marijuana in Connecticut.
Malloy to meet aviation execs in Paris, Dublin
Gov. Dannel Malloy travels to Europe this weekend to meet with aerospace executives in hopes of bringing business to Connecticut.
Stamford ups ‘2030’ reuse and resiliency push
The Stamford 2030 District, which recently received $150,000 in grants, has seen its rolls swell by 40 percent in its eight-month...
Brynwood plan changes as town weighs housing proposal
Plans to add residences to Brynwood Golf & Country Club in North Castle have morphed as the Town Board holds meetings...
Purchase company vies for medical marijuana license
The state Health Department, which is overseeing the state’s medical marijuana program, will winnow 43 applicants down to five winners in...
Connecticut ramps up push to draw meetings, conventions
The Connecticut Convention & Sports Bureau says the state reaps $6.75 for every dollar it invests to attract meetings.
St. John’s Riverside an early tenant at new Boyce Thompson
The Yonkers community hospital will lease a 15,000-square-foot building planned at Simone Development's Boyce Thompson Center.
