AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDefense & Aviation: Sikorsky and the U.S. Army signed a flexible production agreement for 16 Black Hawk helicopters now, with plans to add 100+ more as needs emerge—aimed at keeping the U.S. and allied fleet supplied through the long term. Energy & Infrastructure: Gov. Healey urged federal regulators to speed up a natural gas pipeline capacity expansion that would move more fuel through the Algonquin system feeding Connecticut and New England. Consumer & Retail: Lawmakers are pushing the FTC after a Guardian investigation says convenience chains (including 7-Eleven and Circle K) sometimes charge more at the register or pump than advertised on shelves or fuel signs. Food Safety: A Chilean frozen-berry recall was expanded after an E. coli link, pulling in additional Walmart and Trader Joe’s lots shipped to Connecticut and many other states. Connecticut Projects: CTDOT will hold a virtual public meeting Nov. 3 on replacing a Route 49 bridge over the Pachaug River, with construction targeted for 2029. Local Economy & Real Estate: Goodfellas moved from Anson to a larger Madison storefront in the former Taylor’s Drug Store, boosting visibility and foot traffic. Manufacturing & Jobs: A survey says CT manufacturers are seeing rising costs and tariff worries even as they remain profitable. Environment & Outdoors: DEEP announced fall hunting season opening dates, plus training for junior pheasant hunters.
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