The city is still a few weeks from announcing Eric Amado as permanent personnel director pending a 30-day candidate appeal period for applicants who sought
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Bridge Work–Himes, Murphy Share What’s In The Infrastructure Investment Act For CT
If the Congress Street Bridge isn’t replaced now, it’s never gonna happen. Congress on Friday approved an infrastructure investment deal that will bring $561 million to
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Dunn Sentenced To Four Months In Prison For Scheme Aiding Perez In Top Cop Test
Asserting the acts of his co-conspirator AJ Perez were far more “egregious” U.S. District Judge Kari Dooley on Tuesday sentenced former Personnel Director David Dunn
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When Dealing With A Stubborn Stool Try The Twist & Shout Technique–City Confronts Old Sewer System
UPDATE: City Council Monday night tabled the measure at the request of council President Aidee Nieves, following an appeal by Councilwoman Maria Pereira to do
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A Decade In Making, Females Join Fire Department
It’s been more than a decade, but on Thursday Mayor Joe Ganim announced the hiring of two female firefighters as part of a new class
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Rev. McBride-Lee: In Defense Of Female Pastors
City Councilwoman Mary McBride-Lee, a city minister, responds to comments from OIB readers regarding an article highlighting female pastors endorsing Mayor Joe Ganim’s reelection. Her comments
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Firebird Society’s Positive Impact Transcends A Moment In Time
The Firebird Society of Bridgeport has performed mighty community and social work since its inception in 1983. That’s the message founding members Donald Day and
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The Quest For Female Firefighter Applicants To Pass Rigorous Test
Fire Chief Richard Thode wants more female firefighters on the department. Next month the city will learn if an ongoing recruitment and training campaign will
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