Michael L. Nealy, Business Manager
Around the Local
The Trump administration has ordered construction stopped on Revolution Wind, Connecticut's only offshore wind project, citing national security concerns. The $4 billion project is 80% complete with 45 of 65 turbines already installed, and was scheduled to provide power to Connecticut and Rhode Island by 2026. The halt affects construction jobs at the State Pier in New London. Source: hartfordbusiness.com
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The AFL-CIO has announced its 2025 Workers' Labor Day campaign calling for "Freedom, Fairness and Security" for working families. Hundreds of thousands of workers will rally in cities across the country during Labor Day week to demand better working conditions, fair wages, and the right to organize. The campaign emphasizes that workers deserve the protection and power that comes with union membership. Source: aflcio.org
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Unions and progressive organizations are coordinating nearly 1,000 "Workers Over Billionaires" demonstrations across the United States for Labor Day 2025. The May Day Strong coalition is leading the national day of action to protest the Trump administration's policies affecting workers' rights, with events planned in cities and towns nationwide to advocate for working families over wealthy interests. Source: theguardian.com
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Anti-Trump administration protesters will take to the streets on Labor Day Monday in worker- and wealth-focused rallies organized by the AFL-CIO and dozens of other groups. The protests focus on challenging policies that favor billionaires over working families, with demonstrations planned to coincide with traditional Labor Day celebrations across the country. Source: axios.com
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A development team has submitted proposals for a mixed-use project in Norwalk combining residential apartments and office space. The Water Street area project represents part of ongoing efforts to increase housing density and commercial development in the city's core areas, contributing to urban revitalization goals. Source: thehour.com
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