One challenge this growing season has been drought. Much of the state, including Eastern Connecticut, is in a moderate or severe drought . This can mean more irrigation, fewer and smaller specialty ...

During his inauguration speech in 2011, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy vowed to grow Connecticut’s economy and create jobs. Malloy took office in Connecticut on the heels of a crippling recession that ...

The 2010-2020 period has been deemed Connecticut’s “lost decade,” with the Connecticut Post noting the state’s GDP shrank while the nation’s leaped ahead.

CBIA said hiring remains a key challenge for Connecticut businesses of every size. Chris DiPentima, the association’s CEO, said there are 93,000 job openings in the state and 68,000 people on ...

While manufacturing is still growing in eastern Connecticut, including Electric Boat's plan to hire 3,000 this year across the entire company, there are still challenges local companies face.

Augustine’s advice resonates with soon-to-be college graduate, Mo Kothawala. The 20-year-old said he’s applied for 50 to 100 jobs. Augustine said it’s a very competitive job market.

While the current job market is tough, there are reasons to remain hopeful. The pandemic has reshaped many industries, leading to new opportunities in remote work, technology, and health care.

CBIA said hiring remains a key challenge for Connecticut businesses of every size. Chris DiPentima, the association’s CEO, said there are 93,000 job openings in the state and 68,000 people on ...