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Rell, Show Horse; Malloy, Work Horse–A Study In Contrasts
When she was governor, Jodi Rell’s idea of economic development for the state’s largest city was a prison on the Upper East Side. Such vision.
Read moreHow About Teaching Bridgeport History In City Schools? Connecting Kids And Community
The Bridgeport education system has been the center of activity the past 18 months. We saw the Board of Education dissolve itself in favor of
Read moreLopez: Arena Billboard Is Spot Zoning–Officials Support Billboard As Revenue Generator, Image Builder
Retired Superior Court Judge Carmen Lopez, a city resident, urged the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission Monday night to reject an application for an electronic
Read moreWill Bridgeport’s Legislative Delegation Have Any Juice With Sharkey’s Machine? Slots On The Agenda?
Nothing like a state budget gap to throw cold water on the holiday season. Outgoing Speaker of the House Chris Donovan and incoming Speaker Brendan
Read morePass The Stuffing Please, Turkey Of The Year Nominations
Time for the annual Turkey of the Year nominations. So many choices, so many pols stuffed with everlasting narcissism, excuses, whining, bewildering actions, statements and despair.
Read moreAs State Budget Woes Continue, Bass Pro Would Be Nice Catch
If the city, state and Bridgeport Landing, developer of the East Side renewal project Steelpointe Harbor, can nail down a deal with mega outdoor retailer
Read moreMarilyn Goldstone Annual Food Drive For The Needy
The late Marilyn Goldstone is unforgettable. This time of year–actually, at all times of the year–she was the city’s patron saint of the down and
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