Within minutes of signing legislation on Tuesday that pledged to put Connecticut on a path toward reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, Gov. Ned Lamont flipped the script by reiterating his support for one of climate advocates’ chief causes of concern: an expansion of pipelines carrying fracked natural gas. Specifically, the Democratic governor hinted that he’d been engaged in talks with the Trump administration and state leaders in New York about building or expanding pipelines that could deliver more gas to Connecticut and the rest of New England. One project mentioned by several outlets as a potential chip in negotiations between the states and the federal government is the so-called Constitution Pipeline, which would carry fracked gas from Pennsylvania to upstate New York, where it would connect with existing pipelines serving Connecticut and New England. The developer behind that proposed pipeline, The Williams Companies, submitted applications with state and federal regulators earlier this year to approve the pipeline, with an estimated completion date in 2027.

Lamont doubles down on natural gas after signing two climate-related bills

The cameras were initially introduced in the state as a pilot program at work zones in 2021. The work zone cameras were installed in 2024. That paved the way for the permanent use of speed cameras at work zones. Then, this year, the first speed cameras were installed in the town of Washington. First-time offenders face a $50 fine, while offenses after that cost $75. The fines do not count against someone’s driving record, but the idea is that the penalty will deter people from routinely speeding. There are also signs placed in the area of the cameras, warning them that vehicle speed is monitored by camera. Now, the legislature has passed a law that moves Connecticut closer to speed cameras on highways. The first step is for the state DOT to develop a plan to “expand the use of speed safety cameras on state highways,” the bill says, with a plan and proposed legislation submitted, “Not later than Feb. 1, 2026.” Last year was the second-deadliest on record for car crashes in Connecticut.

https://www.nhregister.com/connecticut/article/ct-speed-cameras-highways-95-traffic-tickets-20395597.php

A $2.65 million state grant-funded project to improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety along White Street at the Locust Avenue and Wildman Street intersection is currently underway near downtown Danbury. The “main reason” behind the project is to alleviate bottlenecked traffic flows at the intersection, which is near Western Connecticut State University’s midtown campus, Danbury Traffic Engineer Veera Karukonda said. The traffic component of the project includes road-widening work along the westbound side of White Street, which began several weeks earlier. The westbound travel side of the road will get an additional lane approaching Locust Avenue, which will allow motorists to either drive straight or turn right. The lane will continue on White Street and merge back to two lanes before the Eighth Avenue intersection. The project is funded with a grant the city was awarded five years ago, he said.

https://www.newstimes.com/news/article/danbury-white-street-traffic-safety-locust-westcon-20358861.php

Norwich Public Schools held a groundbreaking for the new Greeneville Elementary School on June 30. Located on its old site on Golden Street, it is one of new four elementary schools that are a part of the school district’s $385 million School Building Project, which the voters approved in 2022. “This groundbreaking isn’t just about concrete and steel. It is about creating a place where children will learn, grow, and dream, and families will continue to come together in partnership and support,” Superintendent Susan Lessard said. The return of the Greenville School isn’t just about education, but also about economic development. Jobs are being created by building the school and economic progress will continue through bringing more families to Greeneville, and in turn more business, Norwich Mayor Peter Nystrom said.

https://www.norwichbulletin.com/story/news/local/2025/07/01/norwich-public-schools-greeneville-elementary-groundbreaking-june-30/84425059007/

Two Connecticut airports are receiving federal grants for ongoing improvements, with Bradley International Airport garnering the bulk of the $8.7 million, and Danbury Municipal Airport receiving just over $225,000. The Connecticut congressional delegation stated that Bradley International Airport is getting $8,537,126 to add to the ongoing costs of expanding the existing Terminal A by 25,230 feet. On Monday, the Connecticut Airport Authority said that Bradley International Airport reached one of two major milestones of its construction projects, which will be aided by this most recent grant, and are “officially kicking off the gradual rollout of more than $250 million in infrastructure improvements.” The milestone is the opening of the corridor in airport’s east concourse. The construction, which began in April 2023, is adding two corridors to the east and west sides of the main terminal, adjacent to each of the two concourses. This June, the corridor opened in the east concourse.

Millions in federal grants going to CT airports for projects. Here’s how they’ll benefit travelers

Construction of a $24 million housing development at 9 Scott Road is finally under way after 20 years, although a bit smaller than originally planned. The plan now is to build 47 affordable housing two-bedroom townhouse-style units in nine energy-efficient residential buildings. The 18-month project is scheduled for completion in late 2026. Heading up the development, called Oak Woods, is Connecticut Housing Partners, a nonprofit that develops affordable housing. Dobos said CHP and the contractor, Haynes Construction in Seymour, are aware of the fence requirement. The town’s Planning and Zoning Commission made the fence a condition of approval, under a former landowner and developer.

https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/waterbury/article/plymouth-ct-oak-woods-affordable-housing-partners-20385837.php

Crown Equities LLC is proposing between 240 and 296 houses, townhouses and apartment units at what it would call the Enclave at the Farmington River. The property includes a former gravel excavation plant, on a swath of land between Farmington Avenue and the river. The Minneapolis-based developer is exploring any opportunities to get financing through the Build for CT program, which provides subordinate loans to fund construction of “middle income” housing in Connecticut. Crown Equities currently envisions up to 86 houses, 30 townhouses and 180 more units either built as apartments or townhouses. Based on its initial plan, Crown Equities is projecting a total development cost of roughly $225 million.

https://www.stamfordadvocate.com/realestate/article/ct-farmington-riverfront-housing-development-20389857.php

A New York City development firm outlined its plan to about 40 residents Thursday for a $12 million project called the North Stonington Sports Dome and Adventure Complex. For the past few months, Fox Trails VII, LLC developers Damion Barrett and Guy Shmuel have discussed the project with First Selectman Bob Carlson. It calls for a sports dome on land they own at 701 Norwich-Westerly Road (Route 2) near the Ledyard town line. Carlson has said the town would not contribute towards the cost of the project. Lobban said that he firm’s plan is to open the complex on May 22, 2026. First though, it needs to obtain local sewer and water permits and secure financing.

https://theday.com/news/758849/developer-outlines-plans-for-12m-sports-complex-in-north-stonington/

The project, which began in May, involves removing sediment that has accumulated over decades. The debris had caused the water to become shallow and murky, and created drainage issues. After dredging, the pond bottom will be restored and a new pump will be installed to ensure a continuous supply of fresh water. The project also includes repairing the brownstone walls that line the pond. The city of Hartford issued a bid solicitation for the pond upgrade and awarded the contract to Torrington-based Yield Industries for $2.94 million. The project is expected to be finished by June 30, 2026.

Bushnell Park Pond undergoing major dredging, restoration project

In a news release, EB said it intends to convert the former store, a 121,000-square-foot building, into facilities for engineering, training and laboratory units, as it ramps up production of the Columbia- and Virginia-class submarines it builds for the U.S. Navy. EB said it expects to eventually put about 700 employees at the mall location, the first of them as early as 2027. It referred to the 7-acre site on Route 85 off Interstate 95 as “ideal,” with plenty of parking and ready access to local businesses. The site is about 5.5 miles from EB’s Groton shipyard. Namdar, which purchased the main mall, including 535,500 square feet of retail space, for $9.5 million at auction in 2023, indicated a year ago that it was exploring selling the mall or pursuing a partnership with another entity interested in redeveloping it. That the entire mall property has multiple owners has been seen as a major complication.

https://theday.com/news/758829/electric-boat-acquires-former-macys-space-in-crystal-mall/