Article: Despite challenges, Fairfield County, Conn., economic outlook appears strong.

Byline: Chris Bosak

Feb. 13--REGION -- Sure, Fairfield County has its economic problems.

Much of its work force can't afford to live there because rents are too high and home prices are even more untouchable. By the way, that work force is shrinking, too, as baby boomers retire and young professionals head south where they can afford a nice apartment or even a house.

Energy prices are up, as much as 20 percent, depending on which utility serves a particular home or business. Although Connecticut Light & Power is taking steps to alleviate the problem by adding more lines, many businesspeople worry that one day the lights are simply going to go ...

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