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 ...

Connecticut’s housing shortage is a significant barrier to economic growth. Here's what needs to happen to fix it.

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 ...

Stream Connecticut News for free, 24/7, wherever you are. The report, in fact, was pretty good all around. We added 177,000 jobs last month (even with a 9,000 dip in government jobs). Nearly 55% ...

Connecticut’s labor market lagged national trends last month, with employment remaining stubbornly below pre-pandemic levels. Nationally, July of this year marked the full recovery of all jobs ...

A new “diagnostic” report takes a stark look at the challenges Connecticut faces when it comes to economic competitiveness. The data-driven Connecticut Economic Competitiveness Diagnostic was ...

According to a report, Connecticut’s formerly incarcerated population could help solve the state’s labor shortage — but only if they receive better support.

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 ...