Articles from Connecticut Labor News

The Trump administration has begun taking credit for various infrastructure improvements and projects that were actually funded through legislation passed during the Biden presidency, including initiatives that Trump previously opposed. The practice raises questions about transparency in federal project attribution and public understanding of funding sources for major infrastructure developments.

Connecticut legislators are making a final attempt to block United Illuminating's controversial monopole transmission line project through Fairfield and Bridgeport. The project involves installing dozens of steel monopoles over 100 feet tall along a 7-mile route, despite strong opposition from local communities and officials who cite environmental and property concerns.

Construction has officially begun on a new 168-unit apartment development in New Haven. The groundbreaking ceremony marks another significant addition to the city's housing stock, addressing ongoing demand for residential units in the greater New Haven area.

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont joined five other northeastern governors in issuing a Labor Day statement supporting offshore wind energy development, directly challenging the Trump administration's recent halt to the Revolution Wind project. The governors emphasized the importance of offshore wind for clean energy goals, economic development, and job creation in the region. Source: ctnewsjunkie.com