One of the missing pieces to progress Downtown to complement the growing housing base was the lack of a grocery story. Clyde Ripka is scheduled
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Finch Soaring Over “First In Flight” Recognition For Whitehead
Mayor Bill Finch and Fairfield First Selectman Mike Tetreau are brothers-in-arms when it comes to the recently released research by the renowned publication Jane’s All
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Will Deputy Chief Honis Return To The Cop House?
Nearly two years ago Deputy Chief Jimmy Honis, a member of the police department for 40 years, was placed on administrative leave with pay pending
Read moreThe Dean Of Storytellers: New York Saves A Bridgeport Tradition
OIB friend John Gilmore, former political reporter for The Bridgeport Post, predecessor to the Connecticut Post, shares his annual St. Patrick’s Day story. The big
Read moreSt. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Greater Bridgeport St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place Friday Downtown. Grab a friend, crowd a restaurant, belly up to the bar, order a sandwich,
Read moreBridgeport Crime Rate Lower Than Hartford And New Haven
When it comes to crime among Connecticut’s three most populous cities Bridgeport’s crime rate is lower than Hartford and New Haven, according to the latest
Read morePowell: Public Employee Unions ‘Looting’ Bridgeport, Own Legislative Democrats
Chris Powell, managing editor of the Journal Inquirer and award-winning columnist, shares his take on city employees serving on the City Council. He argues that
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