infrastructure

The Gold Star Memorial Bridge that spans the Thames River to connect Groton and New London is getting $158 million from the federal government for repairs.

Naval Submarine Base New London held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday to unveil its new $68 million submarine pier.

A bipartisan group has urged the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to electrify the Port Jefferson branch of the Long Island Rail Road. The railway currently runs on diesel.

Governor Kathy Hochul announced the East Side Access project's new terminal will be named for its location under Grand Central Terminal and Madison Avenue. It's expected to open by the end of the year.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul visited Long Island on Tuesday to discuss the state’s 2023 budget impact on the region. She announced investments on potholes, local economy, and education.

Hochul allocated $32.8 billion over five years for local infrastructure projects through the state Department of Transportation.

U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut said the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill signed this month by President Biden will keep the state’s mass transit systems alive.

With the passage of the $1 trillion federal infrastructure bill, several Long Island Railroad stations are set for major upgrades including improvements in accessibility and restored service.

The Sound will receive the money to help improve water quality, which in turn will help restore habitats and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Connecticut’s U.S. Congressional delegation said the $1.2 trillion infrastructure package will transform the state and the country.