Trying to reclaim his old State Senate seat, Ernie Newton is receiving support from several members of the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance, a coalition of city
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L’Ambiance Collapse, 25 Years
It’s been 25 years since the worst construction accident in Connecticut history left 28 men dead in the collapse of L’Ambiance Plaza, April 23, 1987. I was
Read moreZoo Tickets For You
It’s that time of year again when OIB kicks off the annual Zoo-For-You campaign. No, no, no; we’re not talking about free admission to see
Read moreCelebrating Frederick Law Olmsted’s Genius
Say the name Frederick Law Olmsted to Mayor Bill Finch and you’ll receive a history lesson in urban landscape. Olmsted heavily influenced Finch’s environmental embrace.
Read moreMayor Hosts North End Budget Session
What will you ask Mayor Bill Finch tonight? The mayor hosts his next public budget presentation at 6 p.m. at the North End Library Branch, 3455
Read moreAlanna’s Kabel To Health Department Employees: Don’t Screw With Me! Don’t Complain To The Mayor
Whoa! If you’re a city Health Department employee don’t mess with Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Alanna Kabel. A recent “Memorandum” issued by Kabel to Health
Read moreKohut: Leeches, Snake Oil, Sunday Booze For City Ailments
Jeff Kohut, a 2011 independent candidate for mayor, takes issue with the political prescription to heal the city’s economic woes. Check out his commentary. The
Read moreA Call To Action–Petition To Regulate Sex Parlors–State House Approves Grogins Bill
UPDATE: The State House Wednesday afternoon approved State Rep. Auden Grogins’ bill. Now it goes to the Senate. Jennifer Buchanan, Mary-Jane Foster, State Rep. Auden
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