October 8, 2008
CT nascent fuel-cell technology likely to grow
The Federal bail-out package is likely to help several Connecticut companies focused on energy efficiency.
October 6, 2008
Allianz SE to invest in Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc.
The giant German financial services firm will invest $2.5b to strengthen financial position in turbulent markets.
October 6, 2008
Residents of the richest state in the U.S. to benefit from the federal plan.
September 30, 2008
Guiliani impresses importance of bail out plan
While campaigning for John McCain in New Hampshire, former NYC Mayor Rudy Guliani espouses the signifiance of the Federal bail out plan.
September 30, 2008
Are CT commercial lenders worried?
According to this report, the Federal bail out will have little if any affect on Connecticut's lending institutions.
September 30, 2008
Small business powers refrigerator in novel way
This Ridgefield, CT gym uses cycle power to keep things nice and chilly. In the 'fridge, that is.
September 26, 2008
Home foreclosures continue to rise
Residential properties continue to suffer foreclosure activity in much of western Massachusetts.
September 26, 2008
The state's turnpike authority discussing ways to reduce debt by raising tolls across I-90.
September 26, 2008
Trendy Northampton vies to keep business alive
Local storekeepers from Main Street to Thornes adapt to the new pressures brought on by the financial crisis.
September 26, 2008
Columnist offers a different take on a Greenwich, CT mansion formerly owned by an indicted securities advisor.
September 23, 2008
Aetna permits review of canceled insurance policies
Aetna allows patients to have their cases reviewed by a panel of independent physicians.
September 23, 2008
MA braces for state-wide program cuts
Citing a reduction in revenues and the fallout from the financial crisis, lawmakers are preparing for worse-case scenarios as the bailout plan takes shape to help troubled investment banks.
September 23, 2008
Falmouth Hospital receives $10M gift
A Cape Cod couple donated $10 million to the local hospital in order to create a new oncology treatment facility.
September 18, 2008
Merrill Lynch and Bank of America deep in CT
Their roots are here in Connecticut, but do these roots run too deep? How will communities tied to these institutions fare in light of the ongoing, ever-changing financial market crisis?
September 18, 2008
There are signs, but you have to know what to look for, where too look and when. Find out here.
September 18, 2008
Ice River Springs gets reprieve
In an effort to promote business, Canda's Ice River Springs is now allowed to build a production plant for their bottled water products.
September 18, 2008
Money markets caught in the turmoil
Experts suggest not to put your cash under the mattress. There may be a "domino effect" but this may be more emotional than actual.
September 8, 2008
Are you a downsizing survivor?
Professionals still left standing at their companies can be just as stressed as those who've been let go. Learn how to survive the changes and expectations of a new order without your colleagues.