OIB contributing writer Jim Callahan has a long history covering city government and politics. He served as the editor of The Bridgeport Light, prior to
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Finch Appoints Anne Kelly-Lenz Finance Director
Patience and qualifications have paid off for Anne Kelly-Lenz who has been named city finance director. She had been serving in an acting capacity. News
Read moreThe War Over The Education Ballot Question–Who’s Right?
A diverse coalition of operatives including politicians, clergy, labor unions, civil and voting rights groups are forging an effort to defeat the Nov. 6 ballot
Read moreFeds Asking Questions About Strip Club Influence With Council Members
Federal investigators have asked City Council members if any influence was exerted to submarine the recently approved legislative action to regulate adult entertainment in the
Read moreSarah Burns’ Book Chronicles Bankruptcy Petition
Sarah Burns worked for the administration of Mayor Mary Moran who made national news in June of 1991 when she placed the state’s largest city
Read moreParents Rally At City Hall–Urge Yes Vote On Charter Question
Calling themselves “Parents 4 Progress, a coalition of city parents today conducted a rally in front of City Hall encouraging city voters to support a
Read moreFour Weeks Until Election Day, McMahon-Murphy Debate–Voters: “What’s In It For Me?”
With four weeks left until Election Day, campaigns have officially hit the homestretch. Political operatives for Republican Linda McMahon and Democrat Chris Murphy continue to
Read moreParents Push For Appointed School Board–Monday Rally Planned
A group of city parents calling themselves Parents for Progress has scheduled a rally for Monday at 11 a.m. in front of City Hall, 45
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