Economy
Lamont advisory panel recommends tolls for all vehicles using CT highways
“These ideas look like Dan Malloy 2.0 and then some,†remarked Senate Republican President Pro Tempore Len Fasano, a fierce opponent...
Hudson Valley lands $87M in state development funds, $16M to Westchester
The money was part of more than $763 million in economic and community development grant funding awarded through the eighth round...
Cuomo to push recreational marijuana legalization for New York in 2019
“Let’s legalize adult use of recreation marijuana once and for all,†Cuomo said. The move could bring hundreds of millions in...
Westchester retailers ring in season with creativity
A survey from the National Retail Federation trade group found the average consumer expects to drop about $1,007 on holiday gifts...
Suite Talk: Dan Onofrio, president and CEO of the Bridgeport Regional Business Council
"We need a shot in the arm and MGM is more than a shot in the arm," said the BRBC's Dan...
Comptroller Lembo launches OpenPension with real-time data
According to the site, there are 39,747 retirees who reside in Connecticut and received about $1.53 billion last year; the average...
Bridgeport receives $14.6M from state for infrastructure and development
The largest of the projects is a $7 million endeavor aimed at infrastructure improvements within Sikorsky Memorial Airport.
Verizon worker buyouts, impairment charge to cost more than $6 billion
A day after announcing that 10,400 management employees have accepted its buyout offer, Verizon said it expects to record a noncash...
New study finds no expansion in Connecticut’s gig economy
Current trends suggest more opportunities for full-time work, which could lure away individuals involved in the temporary contracted opportunities of the...
Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund has less than half its target goal
“It’s not like there’s absolutely no money in the Trust Fund,†says Eric Gjede of the Connecticut Business and Industry Association;...
White Plains approves 127 new apartments for Hale Avenue
The roughly $48 million proposal comes from two developers who have led recent major real estate projects in Westchester County.
CSCU says its 17 schools collectively contribute $11B annually to state
The study is part of CSCU’s ongoing effort to prove to state lawmakers – and Gov.-elect Ned Lamont – the need...
Airbnb names Hudson Valley, Catskills among 19 top destinations for 2019
The region's jump in bookings and search interest place it among global cities and destinations on the travel website's top places...
Fiscal Stability Commission delivers ‘Report 2.0’ to fix CT economy
Among the new recommendations: lowering the state’s deficit by at least $1 billion and installing electronic tolls on major highways.
County Executive George Latimer questions Playland deal; examines other county assets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alsZ8ogMnuY “We don”™t believe it”™s the best deal for the taxpayers of Westchester County,” County Executive George Latimer told members of...
