When it comes to choosing a police chief Bridgeport has a rule of three. Mayor Bill Finch will appoint a chief to a five-year term from
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Put On A Pot Of Coffee, The Mayor’s Annual Address
Mayor Bill Finch delivered his annual address to the City Council Monday night. His speech touched on all the usual stuff in the best possible
Read moreWalk With Me, Talk With Me: David Walker’s Comeback America Venture, Plus: Foley Joins Finch In Night Walk
Bridgeport resident David Walker is on a mission–to some a mission impossible–to deliver national fiscal reform. The former Comptroller General of the United States is
Read moreBijou For You, Plus: Late Night With Mayor And Chief, And Hill Climbs All Over Linda And Dick
I visited Phil Kuchma, developer of Bijou Square, Thursday afternoon. If you’ve not seen what he’s done on Fairfield Avenue, check it out. He’s cleaned up
Read moreHe’s Baaack! Moses Walks With Mayor
Hey everyone, enjoy Labor Day, the barbecue, the cocktails (not too many) and cursing your favorite punching-bag politicians. The political season heats up after Labor
Read moreThe City’s Marketing Turbine, BAM! Plus: Mayor’s Buyback Program
I’m a broken record on this, a city such as Bridgeport must promote its assets, destination points, business successes. The strategy behind rolling out a campaign must
Read moreMayor: “We Want To Stop The Violence, But Our Police Department Cannot Do It Alone”
Crime is a pain in the ass to fight when it takes on a life of its own. It impacts neighborhood stability, business retention, business
Read moreMayor: Take Back Our Neighborhoods, Plus: Himes’ District Traveling Show, And OIB One Million
When crime becomes cranky, it’s difficult for any pol to manage. It can take on a life of its own. Mayor Bill Finch wants to
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