job creation

A woman looks for work at a job fair - Queens, NY - Jul 20, 2012 (credit: Monica Miller / WCBS 880)

Unemployment Rates Spike Across Tri-State Area

Despite an aggressive campaign of job creation, a new report shows that New York City’s unemployment rate has risen to 10 percent– the same rate seen during the height of the recession in September 2009.

2012/07/20

Gov. Dan Malloy speaks at the State Capitol - Hartford, CT (file / credit: Governor's Office)

Connecticut Gov. Dan Malloy Credits Lawmakers For Helping Economy

Malloy praised Connecticut lawmakers early Thursday for stepping up and working to help him address the state’s budget crisis. He also warned there is more work to be done, calling for a special session.

2011/06/09

NJ Assembly To Vote On Job Training Bill

Jobless New Jersey residents may soon be able to receive training from potential employers without jeopardizing their unemployment benefits.

2011/01/02

Mayor Bloomberg (File Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

Mayor: Fed, State Leaders Lag On Creating Jobs

In a campaign-style speech in Brooklyn on Wednesday, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said, “when it comes to creating jobs the government hasn’t gotten the job done.”

2010/12/08

Conn. Sec. Of The State Candidates Push Job Growth

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — In Connecticut, the secretary of the state’s office is not typically known for job creation. But the major party candidates vying to become the state’s next chief elections official have spent […]

2010/10/23

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