When I look at the layoff list of city employees Mayor Bill Finch released on Thursday I see several with a long history of service to
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Anyone Know How To Play This Game? Plus: Layoff List
UPDATE: Bob from BePo has posted the layoff list of city employees the city released today. See his post below. Thanks Bob. (You’re right. It
Read moreIt’s Relationships, Stupid! Plus: We’re Having A Party
You know things are bad when Mohegan Sun, that near-perfect money machine, delays construction of a massive renovation. Closer to home I’m betting that Mayor
Read moreFinch Turns Up Heat On Cops
Mayor Bill Finch has triggered an ear-splitting siren to members of the Bridgeport PD they’ve not heard in their collective careers: give me concessions otherwise I’ll
Read moreFinch To Prune Police To Close Budget Gap, Plus: Shays Hits Executive Pay
I do not recall in my 30 years covering the city, a mayor eliminating cops from the workforce, but that’s what Mayor Bill Finch announced
Read moreThe Politics Of The South End, Plus: Himes Says Poll Shows Race Even
Mayor Bill Finch has a stubborn streak that is both commendable and exasperating. He has thrown himself smack in the middle of an issue–saving two
Read moreHey Sarah, Eat My Nutmeg, Plus: More Shays-Himes Sparring Sessions
Polls, polls and more polls from the presidential race. Press releases, spin doctors, side kicks, back kicks, back flips. I’m getting whiplash from the avalanche of emails
Read moreThe Money Scare, Plus: Stinky’s Woodpecker And Finch Consolidates Departments
God, it’s ugly out there. Have you checked in with your financial adviser? How’s your retirement account? I snuck in a round of golf with
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