Burlington Jobs Recognized by Kiplinger
A new recognition may encourage those seeking Burlington jobs. Kiplinger has named Burlington eighth on its list of the 10 Best Cities for the Next Decade, noting that creativity and entrepreneurship define the city, which is a haven for writers, artists and white-collar workers alike. It also notes that the city is a role model [...]
Hawaii Jobs Fueled by Construction
The construction industry is helping to create tens of thousands of Hawaii jobs. Hawaii’s economy has continued to improve as of late, with the state’s unemployment rate decreasing to 6.6 percent during May and 592,800 workers holding down a job, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Part of the reason those numbers are [...]
Movie Industry Transforming Chicago Jobs
A new movie is helping to transform the local economy and create hundreds of Chicago jobs. Mayor Richard M. Daley recently announced that Transformers 3 will film in Chicago from July 10 to August 19. The film – to be directed by Michael Bay and released in 2011 – will result in an economic impact [...]
Boston Jobs with BHA
Local agencies are working to create more Boston jobs for youth this summer. The Boston Housing Authority recently announced that it will hire 100 youths this summer as part of the Boston Youth Fund. This decision comes in advance of a potential move by the U.S. Senate that would provide $1 billion for summer jobs [...]
Most Metros Lost Jobs Last 12 Months
The majority of metropolitan areas across America lost workers and experienced increases in unemployment during the last year.
Of the 372 metropolitan areas the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics keeps records of, 291 had higher unemployment rates this April than last, while 73 had lower rates and eight were unchanged. Overall, 14 areas had an unemployment [...]
Vermont Work with Green Mountain Power
Those looking for Vermont work may soon have the chance to work with a company that is doing its part to provide renewable energy to the state. Green Mountain Power recently announced its plans to build a new wind generating plant in Lowell, Vt., a move that will create jobs and provide economic benefits while [...]