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The City of Bridgeport Police Department Host Live Physical Agility Exam Demonstrations
The Bridgeport Police Department is furthering their initiative surrounding recruitment by hosting physical agility exam demonstrations.
Jul 20, 2023
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Mayor Ganim Comments on the Temporary Revocation of Zoning Approval for the Construction of the 4-Story, 177 Unit Structure Proposed for Madison Ave
Last evening, Zoning Official Paul Boucher issued the attached letter to the developers of 1773, 1843, and 1849 Madison Avenue temporarily revoking the Zoning Approval for the proposed 4-story, 177 unit residential development based on concerns that the Zoning Approval may not have been issued based on complete or accurate information.
Jul 18, 2023
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Psychological research suggests people of lower socio-economic status are too hard on themselves
Research shows that people of lower SES deserve to be more confident in themselves.
Jul 12, 2023
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U.S. Department of Energy Awards the City of Bridgeport Public Schools an Energy Efficiency Grant, Led by University of Connecticut Efforts
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it has selected a proposal submitted by the University of Connecticut (UConn) and Bridgeport Connecticut Public Schools (BPS), to implement comprehensive energy efficiency and renewable projects at two Bridgeport public schools through the U.S. DOE’s Office of State and Community Energy Programs.
Jul 12, 2023
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Mayor Ganim and Chief Porter Announce Expected Goal for 100 New Officers by Next Year
Mayor Ganim and Chief Porter announced a plan to hire 100 new officers for the Bridgeport Police Department to address the various public safety needs of our city.
Jul 11, 2023
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Bridgeport is Listed as One of Top 5 Booming Cities, According to Today Show
Earlier this morning, Bridgeport was listed as one of the top 5 booming cities during the Today Show.
Jul 10, 2023