Business
Princess Kate Brings Back Fascinators
By Robin Vinci at April 29, 2024 | 7:00 am |
As Kate Middleton and Prince William say their “I do’s” an old style is becoming in fashion again. Perhaps, you have seen a “Fascinator” on the head of the new Princess. “Fascinators have been worn for centuries in lieu of hats, primarily in the evening for dances and cotillions,” said Susan Whicher of New Britain who makes the headwear. “They are more...
Rich’s Acquires Celebration Foods
By Robin Vinci at April 22, 2024 | 7:00 am |
If you have driven by Celebration Foods recently, you may have wondered why the sign now reads “Rich’s”. In January, Rich Products Corporation of Buffalo, NY acquired Celebration Foods, the leading manufacturer and distributor of frozen desserts and ice cream cakes. “The definition of a good acquisition for Rich’s is one that brings long term growth and more...
The Glassman has been Fixing Windows for 50 Years
By Robin Vinci at April 15, 2024 | 7:00 am |
As springtime approaches it is the little things we need to do in our house to get them ready summer. For some, it is a time to fix windows. The Glassman, at 373 West Main St. is ready to help with that issue. “We do everything from repair windows and screens, install mirrors, make custom glass tabletops, install insulated glass in windows and doors and repair more...
CW Resources Provides Jobs for the Challenged
By Robin Vinci at April 8, 2024 | 7:00 am |
Many people drive by the CW Resources Building at 200 Myrtle St. daily without really understanding what is done in that eight floor high-rise that seems to outshine most buildings around it. The 104,000 square foot structure is a hotbed of activity serving all ranges of people from the community. The occupier of the building – CW Resources Group – uses most of more...
Parnell’s Curl Center Celebrates 30th Anniversary
By Robin Vinci, Editor at April 1, 2024 | 7:00 am |
You won’t find anyone named Parnell at Parnell’s Curl Center. Instead you will find the gracious owner in Donna Crockett. Crockett, who began the salon in the old Gates building in 1981, now runs the establishment across the street in the Dakille building. On Friday night the center will hold a celebration at Trinity-On-Main starting at 5:30 to celebrate the 30 more...
Gulf Station, Convenience Store Opens on Stanley Street
By Robin Vinci at March 18, 2024 | 3:45 pm |
You may remember a repair station located at 1204 Stanley St. The site held a garage since 1974. That changed last month when it was purchased and opened as a new gas station and convenience store. “Don Arigian used to own it and he was a well-known fellow,” said Kevin Danby, Gulf distributor who takes care of stations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts and New more...
