From Christopher Peak, New Haven Independent: New Haven’s labor unions flexed their political muscle to back MGM Resorts’s proposed casino in Bridgeport, as a showdown
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City Lawmakers: Inspirit Craft Distilleries On Par With Beer And Wine
The craft brewery industry, thanks to state legislation, has enjoyed meteoric growth in Connecticut joining state wineries as major consumer destinations. Bridgeport’s East Side is home to
Read moreBridgeport Casino Bill Calls For Competitive Process
As the Connecticut legislature enters a new session, one of the headliner issues is competition for a commercial casino in Bridgeport. From Dan Haar, CT
Read moreBottoms Up! When Candidates Call–Winter, Spring, Summer And Fall
It’s been a spirited debate for sure the past two years as the city navigates zoning regulations for liquor establishment proximity. Two principals in this
Read morePower Company To Update City Council On Plant Conversion, Community Benefits Agreement
These days most of the action coming from the City Council is at the committee level such as the effort to reform collections at the
Read moreOIB Poll: Is It Time For Electronic Tolls In Connecticut?
Calling All Candidates–Turn Cities Into Economic Drivers? State Has No Plan
Connecticut has no plan to transform cities into regional economic drivers. The pols in charge say they do, but it’s fallacious spin. Cities should and
Read moreHennessy Seeks Input On MGM Gaming Proposal
Weeks from the start of Connecticut’s legislative session, where Bridgeport is expected to be the centerpiece of debate for a commercial casino that requires state
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