In the long and winding road that is Bridgeport politics, every candidate–especially this year–is seeking an edge in the Aug. 14 Democratic primary. For some
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The Shock Factor Of Newton’s Endorsement–Wide-open Primary
The State Senate primary promises political pyrotechnics. Is there a shock factor to the Ernie Newton endorsement? Mark your calendar for Aug. 14. It’s gonna
Read moreConstruction Management Investigation–Coble Canned
Not a happy holiday weekend for several city employees. Law enforcement officials are examining allegations involving the city’s construction management program, according to multiple sources.
Read moreCoble, Neighborhood Czar, Suspended
Tom Coble, director of the city’s Neighborhood Revitalization/Anti-Blight Program, was escorted out of City Hall Annex by police following his suspension on Wednesday over a
Read moreFinch, Other Elected Officials, Start New Terms
More than two dozen elected officials led by Mayor Bill Finch received the oath of office in City Council chambers Thursday night. Connecticut Attorney General George
Read moreNewton Prepares For State Senate Run–‘We Need To Be The Big Dog’
Ernie Newton tells OIB he’s gearing up to reclaim next year the State Senate seat he had occupied until derailed by corruption charges in 2005. His
Read moreState Senate Primary Battle Looms
Who will be Democratic Town Chair Mario Testa’s candidate for Connecticut’s 23rd State Senatorial District? The seat is currently occupied by Ed Gomes who supported Mary-Jane
Read moreAlvin! Okay!!! Penn’s Memorial Gift To Ralph Ford
This is too funny. Alvin’s chipmunks still around. From Ken Dixon, CT Post: In a new twist on an old cliche, a long-dead Bridgeport politician
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