Charlie Tisdale is a significant figure in Bridgeport, both in and out of city politics. He was a Harding High School quarterback. As a candidate
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When Carson Clashed With Borges–Life On A Financial Review Board
What’s government life like with a financial oversight board? Here’s a glimpse from my book Bow Tie Banker, a biography of David Carson, retired chief executive
Read moreCity Police Officer Placed On Administrative Leave After Wrong-Way Crash Causes Injuries
Bridgeport Police Officer John Carrano, whose wrong-way driving on Broadbridge Avenue in Stratford last Saturday morning triggered a head-on collision that led to extensive injuries to
Read moreGilberto Hernandez, Political Leader, City Councilman And Mayoral Aide
Whatever occurred in Democratic politics in the city the past 50 years, East Side District Leader Gilberto Hernandez was always a player at the table.
Read moreFour Seasons Staffer Canned From City Job, Bucci On The Case
For several years Lisa Miro has been something of a fixture in City Hall working in both the mayoral administrations of Bill Finch and Joe
Read moreA “Tired” McCarthy Rejects Reelection To City Council, Served As Head Of Body For 10 Years
Saying his new job as director of labor relations for the city of New Haven was a factor, City Council President Tom McCarthy announced on
Read moreCrescent Crossings Brightens The East Side, Location Of Notorious Former Federal Housing Project
City Councilwoman Mary McBride-Lee remembers when Martin Luther King Drive on the East Side was a war zone of gunfire, drug gangs, crime and grime
Read moreMcCarthy Appointed Chief Of New Haven Labor Relations
It’s been nearly 18 months since he’s been on the public payroll, but City Council President Tom McCarthy is now the director of Labor Relations
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