Working from home might be here to stay, but what does it mean for small local businesses? For local businesses in downtown Hartford though, that means nearly two years of a decrease in foot traffic, and a blow to their business. Author: Gaby Molina Updated: 11:02 PM EDT July 14, 2021 CONNECTICUT, USA — Employees that have been working from home say there have been some benefits to their work situations, brought on by the pandemic. "I liked working from home because I could spend more time with my fiancé and just be a little bit more comfortable," said Mario Perleche of Hartford. "It's been a lot easier to take quick scheduled appointments and things like that. I have a dog so taking her to the vet is a lot easier," said Connor Campbell of Hartford.