BERLIN - A Berlin manufacturer was sold last week to Illinois-based MW Industries. Tri-Star Industries was established in 1991 in Berlin and…
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Monday 07/17/2017
Community college opens manufacturing technology center Posted: 17 July 2017 [09:48 PM] ENFIELD - The grand opening of the new Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center at Asnuntuck Community College was held in late June. Gov.…
Engine company receives $3 million from U.S. Army Posted: 17 July 2017 [09:47 PM] BLOOMFIELD-A developer of advanced multi-fuel-capable rotary combustion engine technology, LiquidPiston, Inc, received $3 million from the U.S. Army. The money is part…
Comcast launches Xfinity Mobile service across the state Posted: 17 July 2017 [09:41 PM] BERLIN-Xfinity Mobile, a new wireless service provider, is available in Xfinity Stores in Connecticut today. Comcast is introducing the service in its…
Sunday 07/16/2017
Berlin businesses have students on their radar Posted: 16 July 2017 [09:36 PM] SPECIAL TO THE HERALD BERLIN - New businesses in town are looking for recent graduates who like to take things apart and…
Friday 07/14/2017
Moving day for The Herald Posted: 14 July 2017 [02:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Friday was the last day for the New Britain Herald staff on Court Street. Today, the newspaper is in…
City issues emergency demolition order after factory fire Posted: 14 July 2017 [11:01 AM] BRIDGEPORT - Officials have filed for an emergency demolition after a fire engulfed the site of a former rubber factory in Connecticut.…
Wednesday 07/12/2017
New Britain native made Foodshare president, CEO Posted: 12 July 2017 [09:07 PM] BLOOMFIELD – Foodshare has announced its new president and CEO. New Britain native Jason Jakubowski will take over the role in the…
Internet job site Indeed announces $26.5 million expansion Posted: 12 July 2017 [04:43 PM] STAMFORD - The largest internet job site in the world says it plans to spend $26.5 million to expand its offices in…
Monday 07/10/2017
Construction company awards scholarships to Goodwin Tech pair Posted: 10 July 2017 [10:07 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Two E.C. Goodwin Technical High School students have received scholarships from KBE Building Corp., a construction company with offices…
Malloy releases new cybersecurity strategy Posted: 10 July 2017 [10:05 PM] HARTFORD-To help protect the state’s cybersecruity defenses, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy released the Connecticut Cybersecurity Strategy Monday. The document outlines seven principles…
Sunday 07/09/2017
Chambers, United Way on the move Posted: 09 July 2017 [09:55 PM] BRISTOL - The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce and United Way of West Central Connecticut are preparing a joint move to a…
Friday 07/07/2017
Bristol Press reporter wins 'Jeopardy!' Posted: 07 July 2017 [08:23 PM] BRISTOL -- What’s it like to appear on “Jeopardy!”? I always used to wonder that myself, but now that I got…
Stanley Black & Decker will demolish nine buildings Posted: 07 July 2017 [07:01 PM] SPECIAL TO THE HERALD NEW BRITAIN – After consulting with city officials, Stanley Black & Decker is planning to demolish all nine…
Court upholds $28M verdict in Connecticut smoker case Posted: 07 July 2017 [05:10 PM] HARTFORD - A federal appeals court has upheld a $28 million judgment against cigarette maker R.J. Reynolds in a lawsuit filed by…
Court: Profanity-laced tirade was protected free speech Posted: 07 July 2017 [01:31 PM] HARTFORD - A Connecticut woman who hurled a variety of insults at a grocery store manager was protected by constitutional free speech…
Wednesday 07/05/2017
He ate the whole thing at New Britain diner Posted: 05 July 2017 [06:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN-For two years dozens of customers at Miss Washington Diner have tried to tackle the Ultimate Omelet Challenge, but failed. On…
Tuesday 07/04/2017
ITBD helps couple launch New Britain clothing store Posted: 04 July 2017 [11:12 PM] NEW BRITAIN - A few years ago, Davina Ismail and her husband, Gulaid, had a problem. They were constantly buying new…
Berlin bus tour showcases properties to potential buyers Posted: 04 July 2017 [11:10 PM] BERLIN - The practice is uncommon. Chris Edge, economic development director for the town, along with members of the Economic Development Commission,…
Sunday 07/02/2017
Hospital for Special Care improves energy efficiency Posted: 02 July 2017 [10:36 PM] NEW BRITAIN -When you think of hospitals, you don’t typically associate them with energy conservation, since they operate 24/7 to make sure…
Monday 06/26/2017
Milldale brewery off to promising start Posted: 26 June 2017 [10:41 PM] SOUTHINGTON -The Kinsmen Brewing Co. has opened in the former Clark Brothers Bolt Co. building in Milldale, offering a variety of unique…
Saturday 06/24/2017
City's first brewery since 1956 abuzz on opening day Posted: 24 June 2017 [09:40 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Alvarium Beer Co., the first brewery to open in New Britain in more than 60 years, was abuzz…
Friday 06/23/2017
Stanley CEO reassures city while prodding state for action Posted: 23 June 2017 [10:30 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Stanley Black & Decker’s top executive says that, for now, the company’s headquarters is staying put. In a letter…
Thursday 06/22/2017
Something's brewing: Alvarium Beer Co. opens this weekend Posted: 22 June 2017 [10:18 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Nestled in the industrial park is the city’s newest retreat - Alvarium Beer Co., opening this weekend. It is…
Tuesday 06/20/2017
Kensington church festival combines history, fun and culinary delight Posted: 20 June 2017 [09:56 PM] BERLIN - On the brink of a mini heat wave throughout the state, individuals met at the Kensington Congregational Church recently for…
Fundraising dinner today to help student with Marfan syndrome Posted: 20 June 2017 [09:54 PM] Special to the Press PLAINVILLE - Andrew Blake, a recent Middle School of Plainville graduate, will be one step closer to life-changing…
Monday 06/19/2017
State posts small increase in construction jobs Posted: 19 June 2017 [10:34 PM] Connecticut gained 2,000 construction jobs in the year starting in May 2016, according to data released recently by the Associated General Contractors…
Area McDonald's teaming with UberEATS Posted: 19 June 2017 [10:23 PM] NEW BRITAIN -McDonald’s is now available for delivery in New Britain, Berlin and Newington through UberEATS. “We are excited to…
Friday 06/16/2017
Hartford gala gets Stanley's 175th birthday celebration going Posted: 16 June 2017 [10:24 PM] HARTFORD-Five hundred gathered in the Marriott hotel downtown to kick off the 175th birthday celebration of Stanley Black & Decker. U.S. Sen.…
Wednesday 06/14/2017
Screening of documentary to highlight Stanley Black & Decker gala Posted: 14 June 2017 [10:39 PM] Special to The Herald NEW BRITAIN - When the documentary “Celebrating the Tools that Built America” is shown Friday at the Hartford…
Tuesday 06/13/2017
Chamber is the business voice of New Britain Posted: 13 June 2017 [08:51 PM] NEW BRITAIN - When it comes to owning and running a business in the New Britain area, there are not many things…
Sunday 06/11/2017
Celebration of Stanley's 175th starting early Posted: 11 June 2017 [09:51 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Connecticut Public Broadcasting Network will be the beneficiary of an event commemorating next year’s 175th anniversary of Stanley…
Saturday 06/10/2017
Wings and Wheels Festival draws steady crowd Posted: 10 June 2017 [11:29 PM] PLAINVILLE - Robertson Airport has perhaps never seen so many wide-eyed children admiring all the airplanes and helicopters landing and taking off…
Wednesday 06/07/2017
Petit pays visit to Ford dealership Posted: 07 June 2017 [09:27 PM] By State Rep. William A. Petit Jr. PLAINVILLE - Rep. William A. Petit, Jr. (R-Plainville, Bristol) recently paid a visit…
Tuesday 06/06/2017
CVS landlord owes New Britain $87K in back taxes Posted: 06 June 2017 [10:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Officials from CVS Pharmacy said Tuesday they were unaware that the landlord of their store at 177 Columbus Blvd.…
Terenzi Team helps hundreds of families find homes Posted: 06 June 2017 [09:21 PM] FARMINGTON – The Terenzi Team/Herg Realty Group can help clients downsize or find that perfect luxury home or first home with over…
Monday 06/05/2017
Office, storage space available in New Britain Posted: 05 June 2017 [10:01 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Four prominent John Downey Drive-area buildings are on the market, accounting for more than 150,000 square feet of warehouse…
Saturday 06/03/2017
Music store opens on a high note Posted: 03 June 2017 [11:48 PM] PLAINVILLE - Corey Martel, owner of Martel Music at 1 Whiting St., will hold his grand opening June 10, aiming to make…
Tilcon consultant to update state on progress Posted: 03 June 2017 [09:33 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The engineering firm hired by the city to conduct a study of the environmental impact of the proposed expansion…
Friday 06/02/2017
Eversource Energy to acquire Aquarion Water Co. Posted: 02 June 2017 [05:55 PM] BERLIN – In an acquisition that will combine New England’s largest energy company with the region’s largest private water company, Eversource Energy…
Wednesday 05/31/2017
Central Chambers gets new director, marketing specialist Posted: 31 May 2017 [09:47 PM] The Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce recently hired two new employees, Mecheal Hamilton and Katie D’Agostino. Hamilton, who also runs a product…
Tuesday 05/30/2017
Parks & Rec plans active summer for adults Posted: 30 May 2017 [10:42 PM] NEW BRITAIN - The Parks and Recreation Department is offering numerous programs geared toward adults this summer. Starting on Thursday, the department…
Saturday 05/27/2017
Two to talk on job outlook for non-college-bound Posted: 27 May 2017 [10:28 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Two local business experts will discuss career paths for non-college-bound students in a presentation in June. The Community Foundation…
Wednesday 05/24/2017
Southington Chamber of Commerce showcases three new members Posted: 24 May 2017 [09:27 PM] SOUTHINGTON - The Southington Chamber of Commerce afforded three of its new members an opportunity to introduce themselves to the community at…
Dalena Auto Parts an engine's best friend Posted: 24 May 2017 [10:28 AM] NEW BRITAIN - It started in 1953 and has been operated by the same family ever since. Dalena Auto Parts, located at…
Tuesday 05/23/2017
Polish Days return to Lake Compounce June 10 and 11 Posted: 23 May 2017 [10:36 PM] NEW BRITAIN – Members of Connecticut’s Polish community can get together and beat the heat next month during the 18th annual Polish…
Monday 05/22/2017
Town, Webster Bank officials celebrate new regional center Posted: 22 May 2017 [10:21 PM] SOUTHINGTON - Webster Bank on Monday celebrated the opening of a new regional center at 200 Executive Blvd. that will employ…
Friday 05/19/2017
Presentation on education, training of future workforce set Posted: 19 May 2017 [09:53 PM] NEW BRITAIN -According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about one-third of American adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Considered by…
Plainville antique merchant takes eclectic approach Posted: 19 May 2017 [09:49 PM] PLAINVILLE - Animatronic gorillas waved to Plainville Chamber of Commerce officials as they entered Circa, Bob Korpita’s new antique shop, Wednesday to…
Personal shopping, delivery service comes to New Britain area Posted: 19 May 2017 [09:47 PM] NEW BRITAIN - Instacart, the growing retail delivery service whose personal shoppers hand-pick and deliver items from local stores, has expanded into…