The city is pushing forward with plans for a regional science magnet school, the first of its kind in the state, costing some $126 million.
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Hook, Line, Sinker–Goofy National Media Bites Trump’s BS
What a goof. Donald Trump, America’s modern P.T. Barnum, is giving the national media a paint job. And loving every minute. Four years ago at this
Read moreBruce Hubler’s Itch To Switch
OIB friend Bruce Hubler, a Republican, says he will become a Democrat “for the cause of moving Bridgeport forward.” A number of successful businessmen have bailed
Read moreMario’s Meatballs And The Politics Of Apathy
Anyone read CT Post scribe Tim Loh’s Sunday profile of Democratic Town Chair Mario Testa? Loh chronicles Mario’s zest for power, even making meatballs for
Read moreSay Hello To Mr. Shtick: Trump’s Presidential Advisor
A friend called on Monday: “Lennie, who’s advising Donald Trump on this presidential stuff?” Not me! The guy who’s advising Donald is a guy named Shtick.
Read moreMary-Jane Foster Gears Up Mayoral Announcement
Mary-Jane Foster has raised more than $50,000 as she prepares a formal declaration to seek the Democratic nomination for mayor. Look for an official announcement next
Read moreTrumbull Crackpot Councilman Trashes Bridgeport, Musto Responds
I wonder if Republican Town Councilman Chad Ciocci had his head up his butt when he recently puked up inflammatory remarks about Bridgeport regarding the building
Read moreThe Politics Of Election Budgets
UPDATE: Mayor Bill Finch submitted his election-year budget to the City Council Monday night that is expected to produce a minimal or no tax increase. Link to
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