Ten years ago an OIB headline proclaimed “Zoners For Ziti! Amendment approved for Testo’s Restaurant.” On the proviso the property would not be flipped into
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For Ganim, A Night Of Cigars, Fundraising And Special Guest
Everyone was blowing smoke Tuesday night at owner Paul Brown’s creamy In The City bar and lounge Downtown on Fairfield Avenue, but not in the
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Supporters Fill Ganim Fundraiser–Testa: Campaign Against Ganim A Vendetta
Facing a key first quarter fundraising deadline March 31, Mayor Joe Ganim and allies rallied the troops Wednesday night at Brewport packing more than 300
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Bridgeport’s Supply And Demand Challenge For Affordable Housing
Remember those days when Bridgeport was perceived as the pariah of Connecticut with more people moving out than in? Not anymore. The latest census measures
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As Marcus Brown Prepares For State House, Gay Rights Pioneer Joe Grabarz Buoyed Calmer Seas
When he receives the oath of office in January representing Connecticut’s primarily North End 127th Assembly District, City Councilman Marcus Brown will enter as an
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A Look Back: 2021 Interview With Mario Testa
Mario Testa with Mayor Joe Ganim. June 2021: Will the legend of Mario Testa ever measure up to the perception of power? He’s rather bemused
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Democratic Town Chairman Mario Testa Sells Restaurant, Magnet For City Politics
It looks like the epicenter of city politics for decades is headed for an apartment transformation. Testo’s Restaurant, the North End destination of powerbrokers, from
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Ganim, Testa To Host Dem Ticket Rally Sunday
Governor Ned Lamont and all candidates for statewide constitutional offices are expected to join local Democrats at Testo’s restaurant for a Sunday rally at 5
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