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President Obama’s latest plan will allow the government to spend up to $15 billion to buy small-business loans that are now stalling community banks and lenders ... read more

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Perched at one of the highest vantage points above Shelton, Conn.'s rapidly developing historical riverfront, the $25-million, 17-story Renaissance offers waterfront views through high-performing window systems.

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Photo by R.D. Scinto, Shelton, Conn.