BUSINESS
City employees fight for fair contract after two years of delay

City librarians hope that a new contract will help address concerns regarding pay, staffing and number of hours they are required to work.

City residents call for permanent free buses

After enjoying free public transport for the past seven months, New Haveners and alders spoke in support of permanently eliminating bus fares.

“Grateful for our community”: Mexican restaurant Tacos Los Gordos re-opens after fire

Edgar Marcial, restaurant owner, says it feels like the restaurant never stopped operation after having to close due to a kitchen-wall fire shortly after opening.

John Martin, founder of Bradley Street Bicycle Co-op, to leave leadership role

Hoping to strengthen the Co-op’s adaptability and work on his mental health, Martin will step away from the community nonprofit in December.

At Fest Faves, customers can enjoy carnival eats and festival treats year-round

Inspired by a life-long passion for cooking and love of festivals, husband-wife duo Victoria Streeto and Eric Balcerzak opened this carnival-themed eatery in September.

Community Foundation for Greater New Haven awarded $7.2 million from state to uplift small businesses

With the state funding and an additional $1.5 million from the city, the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven hopes to award grants and provide consulting and technical services to small businesses, particularly BIPOC and women-owned businesses.

New Haven’s Town Green District fosters reemerging downtown

Since 1997, the Town Green District has worked with businesses and city officials to develop the area's economy, businesses and public spaces.

Local 33 triggers unionization process

Members of Yale’s unofficial graduate workers union submitted union authorization cards to the National Labor Relations Board’s Hartford office on Monday. Yale has two weeks to respond and begin negotiations on a voting process.

Asian lifestyle store Üni-Home Life opens on Chapel Street

The gift shop was opened by two New Haven residents and offers stationery, stuffed animals and home decor.

New Haven Night Market’s return met with overwhelming enthusiasm

More than 80 local artists and businesses lined Chapel Street on Friday night for an expanded event.

Three of four Blue State Coffee locations close their doors

After 18 years in New Haven, the owners of Blue State Coffee are vacating three of their stores as Common Grounds Cafe moves in. The location on Orange Street will remain open.