More Businesses Choosing to Open in Milford
By Kyle Jones • Published September 19, 2022

At Sprout Raw Juice, you won’t find any sugar or dairy, but you’ll find naturally sweet treats that are a dream come true for owner Michele Leite.

"We opened this spot here in our town because we felt we would like to bring to our community some of the things we were passionate about: improving health and community as well," said Leite.

The Milford nutritionist spent a year working on recipes with her husband to fit a niche.

"And one thing we heard from the minute we opened our doors is ‘this is what Milford has been waiting for: healthy options.’ And we’re really happy to support other local businesses," Leite said.

They’re part of the growing business community in Milford. The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce reports that 469 new businesses have opened in 2022 with 78 joining the Chamber. It’s a rate on par with the pre-pandemic numbers.

"We’re back on that pace maybe a little faster now," said Simon McDonald, director of membership and marketing for the Chamber of Commerce...Read More

August Jobs Report: Movement on the Sidelines?

Connecticut added 2,900 jobs in August, marking an eighth straight month of growth as the state continues its pandemic recovery.

The Connecticut Department of Labor also revised July’s initially reported 6,500 gains, adding another 2,200 jobs to that month’s gains.

The latest jobs report featured signs that job seekers may be returning to the market, with the unemployment rate rising fourth-tenths of a point to 4.1% as the state’s labor force grew by 5,700.

"Normally we would not see an increase in the unemployment rate as a positive," said CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima.

"However, those entering or re-entering...Read More

Click here to View the Information About Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce : What's Going On In The Milford Region - September 20, 2022