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Pratt & Whitney Will Cut Some Jobs To Lower Costs, 'Streamline'
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Jet engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney announced on Wednesday, Jan. 29, that the company would shed jobs as part of a restructuring and to save costs. The company did not say how many people would lose their jobs, but some of the positions cut would be at the East Hartford facility. "To ensure we are best positioned to address our customers’ most pressing needs now and into the future, we are taking actions to reduce overhead costs and streamline our organizational structure," the company said in a release. "This includes conducting a small reduction of salaried positi…
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'Duckzillion' Tasty Donut Options Available Soon At Chain's First CT Shop
A donut shop chain known for wild concoctions like maple bacon and piña colada is coming to Connecticut. Duck Donuts is planning to open a location at 350 Boston Post Road in Orange, according to the company's website. The shop will replace the former Smoothie King location in the Route 1 shopping plaza and is expected to open sometime in March. The donut chain was founded in Duck, North Carolina, in 2007, after Russ DiGilio and his family realized the Outer Banks beach town lacked a place for fresh, customizable donuts. The sweet treats became popular along the Carolina coas…
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Frontier Proposes Another Airline Merger With Spirit: Here's How Spirit Responded
Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines have discussed a merger yet again, but Spirit rejected the bid in order to pursue a plan to exit bankruptcy on its own. Frontier confirmed the latest merger discussion in a news release on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Spirit also confirmed the talks in a regulatory filing on the same day. The deal first proposed on Tuesday, Jan. 7, offered $400 million in debt and a 19-percent stake in Frontier to Spirit shareholders. Frontier argued the merger would create a stronger low-cost airline while providing more value than Spirit's existing Chapter 11 ba…
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CT's Newest Jersey Mike's Supporting High School With Special Fundraiser
A new sandwich shop in Vernon will use its grand opening to help out the town's high school. Jersey Mike’s Subs will open its new location on Wednesday, Jan. 29, the company said in a news release. The restaurant will be at 35 Talcottville Road in the Tri-City Plaza shopping center. Vernon native Cody Martins said he's "beyond excited" to own and operate the shop. "I started at Jersey Mike's ten years ago as a crew member and, with the incredible support of our CEO Peter Cancro, I have worked my way up to opening my own business," said Martins. "I look forward to not only se…
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Family-Owned Chain Crafting Handspun Milkshakes To Open In Stamford, First CT Shop
A family-owned business specializing in handspun milkshakes and premium chocolates for more than 110 years is expanding to Connecticut. MilkShake Factory will open a location in Stamford in "the second half of fall 2025," a company spokesperson told the Daily Voice on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The shop in High Ridge Center will take over the 1,139-square-foot space formerly occupied by Cold Stone Creamery. The dessert chain is known for its indulgent milkshakes and artisanal chocolates. It was founded in 1914 when two Greek immigrants named Charlie and Orania Sarandou …
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Dallas BBQ Bringing Signature Ribs, Frozen Drinks To First NJ Restaurant
A popular barbecue joint chain in New York City is venturing out of the boroughs with its first restaurant in New Jersey. Dallas BBQ is planning to open a restaurant in Secaucus, the company said on social media. The new location will be at 475 Harmon Meadow Boulevard near the Meadowlands Exposition Center. The restaurant posted an Instagram teaser video promoting the newest location on Monday, Jan. 6. An official opening date has yet to be announced. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DallasBBQ (@dallasbbq) This will be the 1…
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This Spicy, Yet Tropical Seasoning Is 2025's Biggest Flavor, McCormick Says
A South American pepper known for fruity and tropical notes with moderate heat is one spice company's top flavor for 2025. McCormick named aji amarillo as its 2025 Flavor of the Year, the company said in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The announcement marks the 25th anniversary of the Hunt Valley, Maryland, company's annual Flavor Forecast, a global culinary report that has shaped food trends for decades. Aji amarillo, which translates to "yellow chile pepper," is popular in many dishes from Peru and grows primarily in South America. The vibrant pepper matures into …
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Arabica Coffee Prices Spike Amid Colombia-US Tariff Dustup
Prices of Arabica coffee hit record highs in the aftermath of threats of tariffs by both the United States and Colombia after a dispute involving migrant deportation flights. Arabica futures hit a record of $3.56 in the Intercontinental Exchange on Monday, Jan. 27, a day after the back-and-forth dustup a day earlier, according to The Wall Street Journal. The previous record of $3.48 was recorded in early December. The US imports about 30 percent of its coffee from Colombia. Colombia agreed to accept the flights after earlier turning back two planes. This prompted President Donald Trump to…
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Wegmans Chicken Nuggets May Contain Bone Fragments
A public health alert has been issued by the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) for frozen, fully cooked Wegmans chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with bone fragments. Consumers are urged not to eat this product. While no recall has been requested since the product is no longer available for purchase, FSIS is concerned that packages may still be in consumers’ freezers. Details of the Product: Brand: Wegmans FAMILY PACK FULLY COOKED Breaded Chicken Breast with Rib Meat Click here to view product lebel Size: 46-ounce plastic packages Best …
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Canadian Airline Expands To LGA, Offering Daily Flights To Toronto Without Middle Seats
A Canadian airline will soon fly from LaGuardia Airport for the first time. Porter Airlines is expanding its presence in New York City with the launch of year-round service between LGA and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), the company said in a news release on Monday, Jan. 27. Porter will fly roundtrip up to three times daily starting on Thursday, May 1. The flights will be on 132-seat Embraer E195-E2 planes, featuring no middle seats, free high-speed WiFi, and complimentary beer and wine. "We have built a strong passenger base over more than 15 years for those travelling b…
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The Ground Round Returning To New England With 'Nostalgic Charm' At Family-Favorite Restaurant
A beloved name in casual dining is returning to Massachusetts, many years after it was a staple of comfort food and family-friendly gatherings. The Ground Round is planning to open its first New England location in several years in Shrewsbury. It will be located at 271 Grafton Street, the former site of a Chinese-Japanese restaurant named Bauhinia. Owners Joe and Nachi Shea said they're thrilled to bring The Ground Round back to the Bay State. "Whether you're revisiting old favorites or discovering us for the first time, we're excited to welcome you with our signature d…
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Potential Airbag, Seat Belt Failures Prompt Recall Of 80K+ Kia SUVs
Kia is recalling more than 80,000 hybrid and electric SUVs due to wiring issues that could prevent airbags and seat belts from properly deploying, officials said. Kia issued the recall for about 80,255 Niro EV, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Hybrid vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The recalled Niros are from the model years 2023 to 2025. The NHTSA said the recall is due to a defect in the floor wiring assembly beneath the front passenger seat. The issue could increase injury risks in a crash because airbags or seal belts may not work correctly. …
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