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Turn Up the Heat, Turn Down the Health Risks: Why 65°F is Your Winter Wellness Friend
Why is it so important to keep your at 65 degrees or above when it’s cold?
Dec 15, 2023
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Bridgeport City Council to Introduce New Software to Connect Personally with Residents
Today the City Council of Bridgeport, Connecticut is introducing a new method to connect with residents, create transparency, and improve access.
Dec 13, 2023
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City of Bridgeport Launches Small Business Loan Fund with the Community Economic Development Fund and Brings Emerge CT to Bridgeport
Today, Mayor Ganim announced two allocations of American Rescue Plan dollars that will go to build capacity of our small businesses and local workforce.
Dec 13, 2023
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Mayor Ganim Announces Fair Rent Commission for the City of Bridgeport and Swears in Commissioners
Today, Mayor Ganim announced the re-establishment of the Fair Rent Commission in the City of Bridgeport.
Dec 07, 2023
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The City of Bridgeport Announces Construction of Nanoramic Laboratories through Bipartisan Infrastructure Grant Funding
Today, it was announced that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Grant Fund has allotted $47.5 million to fund the construction of Nanoramic Laboratories within Bridgeport.
Nov 30, 2023
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New research shows exposure to air pollutants might lead to postpartum depression in new mothers
Air pollution, a problem that affects people all over the globe, can impact a person’s physical health but new research shows that it can also cause poor mental health. This week's study shows a relationship between exposure to air pollution and post-partum depression.
Nov 29, 2023