Controversy is stirring in Hartford over plans that would bring the city’s first adult-use cannabis retailer to Front Street, across from the convention center.
As contractors build an elevator tower and indoor stairwell for a planned 107-unit apartment complex in downtown New Britain, developer Avner Krohn has another team demolishing the former Amato’s Toy shop next door as the site for another.
New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart and several city economic leaders attended a Wednesday afternoon ceremony celebrating the demolition of three downtown buildings including the former home of Amato's Toy and Hobby that will make way for a new mixed-use apartment development that will feature 114 residential units.
The city began demolition of the Dakille, Amato’s and Liberty Tax buildings, which were decaying and sat at the corner of Main Street and Columbus Boulevard, city officials said.
In celebration of Philly Gay Pride Month, FCM Hospitality teams p with the Philadelphia Flyers and Flyers Charities to raise money for four local LGBTQ+ organizations.