Fourteen years ago, then Democratic candidate Jim Himes had an impromptu give-and-take with Republican Congressman Chris Shays who crashed his press conference highlighting inaction to
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Political Pariahs Bradley, Hennessy Hope To Hold Off Insurgents Gaston, Brown
Two incumbents, both of whom are outcasts with state legislative leadership that direct funding sources to Bridgeport, face stern challenges as the featured local races
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Moses Casts His Staff, Pereira Parted From City Council Committee Assignments
A defiant Maria Pereira Monday night was stripped of committee assignments by the City Council for refusing to apologize for disparaging remarks she made about
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Operatives Intensify Vote Search In Brown-Hennessy, Gaston-Bradley Legislative Races
One week left to decide if changes will occur in Bridgeport’s legislative delegation with two incumbents trying to hold off endorsed Democrats in the August
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Hispanic Support Key To Gaston’s State Senate Run
City Council members Aidee Nieves and Maria Valle have proven themselves mighty vote producers on the East Side, a critical component in city faith leader
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Malcontent John Gomes Fired From City Job In Shakeup Of City Hall
Assistant Chief Administrative Officer John Gomes on Thursday was terminated from his position in a shakeup of Mayor Joe Ganim’s administration, a move City Hall
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On A Night Of Fireworks At City Council Meeting, Michele Small Sends A Powerful Message To Maria Pereira
Sometimes you can say a lot by saying nothing. Former City Councilwoman Michele Small did just that Tuesday night in quiet solidarity with Samia Suliman
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M&T Partners With UB To Open Small Business Innovation Lab
From M&T Bank M&T announced today plans to launch its Multicultural Small Business Innovation Lab in Bridgeport, Conn. This seven-week program is designed to help
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