Nicolas Ciminiello
Staff Reporter
nicolas.ciminiello@yale.edu
Nicolas Ciminiello covers businesses, unions and the economy. From Easton, CT, he is a junior in Murray College majoring in ethics, politics and economics.
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NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
New Haven fine dining on display during Restaurant Week — or two

Twenty-three restaurants in eight New Haven neighborhoods will offer lunch and dinner at set prices during the two-week event.

November 3, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Industry leaders, officials expect $50 million award to boost biotech

Last week, Gov. Ned Lamont announced New Haven as the recipient of a $50.5 million award for biotech infrastructure.

October 3, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
State to invest $50 million in New Haven biotech development

The investments are the state’s newly launched Connecticut Innovation Clusters Program’s first award.

September 29, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Local biotech firm Arvinas refocusing after turbulent stretch

Arvinas saw a steep stock price drop after Pfizer decided to stop developing a breast cancer drug with the New Haven–based firm. CEO John Houston told the News about the company’s plans for the future.

September 26, 2025

MAYA CHATTERJEE & NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Korean cafe to replace now-closed State Street bakery

Chestnut Fine Foods and Confections ended its 40-year run on Sept. 15 after its owners announced their retirement.

September 22, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Local tech entrepreneurs vie for prizes at innovation event

At a pitch night focused on innovation and hosted by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the top prize went to a business that helps offer lifestyle guidance to patients.

September 11, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Detroit-style pizzeria coming to Broadway allowed to sell alcohol

The fast-casual restaurant next to Yale’s campus will be allowed to serve alcoholic beverages, the Board of Zoning Appeals decided unanimously on Tuesday evening.

September 10, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Local business owners compete for prizes of up to $7,500

Small business owners presented their businesses and expansion plans to a panel of judges at an event hosted by the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven.

August 29, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO
Hanmi Oriental Food & Gift Shop brings Korea to New Haven

For decades, the East Rock staple has supplied locals with Korean food and snacks.

April 11, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO & TYSON ODERMANN
New Haven nonprofit championing Black emotional health welcomes new executive director

MacArthur Foundation grant awardee Community Healing Network strives to mend the emotional harms of anti-Black racism through nationwide group discussions.

March 4, 2025

NICOLAS CIMINIELLO & TYSON ODERMANN
Black business owners take advantage of Yale, New Haven resources

The News spoke to five Black-owned businesses about their relationships with Yale and New Haven.

February 26, 2025