We’ve seen this movie before. Violence in the streets demands action–from parents, neighbors, friends–urging city decision makers to do something. The shooting death of 14-year-old
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When Fiscal Watchdogs Bark Do Humans Listen?
When it comes to city finances OIB posters John Marshall Lee (BEACON2) and Andy Fardy (town committee) are relentless hounds in pursuit. They scour budget
Read moreIs The Connecticut Post Reviving Bridgeport Coverage?
In the hardcopy edition of Sunday’s Connecticut Post two stories above the fold featuring the state’s largest city screamed nearly the entire front page: “Bridgeport in shock,” a story about
Read moreHow Investigations Start–Sometimes It’s A Pen Pal
By all accounts, so far the investigation by law enforcement officials into the city’s construction management and Minority Business Enterprise programs and internally in City Hall
Read moreLauretti’s Never Raised Big Bucks
Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti has a nice story to tell if he decides to jump into a growing field of Republicans seeking to unseat Democratic
Read moreAs Investigation Continues, Will The Feds Get Involved?
Officials in the city’s Labor Relations Department last week conducted due process disciplinary hearings involving three city employees suspended with pay over allegations involving nearly
Read moreBravo Company Mate Steps Up For Hennessy
Former Democratic Town Committee member Bob Barnes, who considered a challenge of State Rep. Jack Hennessy in 2010, claims in OIB postings Hennessy has padded his military record.
Read moreIs Minority Party Representation On The Table For Charter Revision? Mike Garrett Says It Should Be
Update with Mike Garrett comments: The seven-member Charter Revision Commission will look at reshaping the way school board members are chosen, among other items. The
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