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Lowering Blood Pressure - What the Research Says
Scientists and doctors have worked hard to understand the causes of high blood pressure and what can help to lower it. Today we’ll look at a paper that reviews all of this scientific research to help us identify what people can do to lower their blood pressure.
Mar 01, 2023
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City of Bridgeport City Services to now be Delayed Until 12:00PM Tuesday, February 28th
Mayor Ganim has announced City of Bridgeport city services will now be delayed until 12:00 PM due to the snow emergency in effect.
Feb 28, 2023
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Mayor Ganim Declares Snow Emergency, Parking Ban for City of Bridgeport Beginning at 6:30 PM Today, February 27th
In anticipation of the pending snowfall, Mayor Joe Ganim is declaring a snow emergency for the city to take effect at 6:30 PM today, February 27th.
Feb 27, 2023
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The City of Bridgeport Hosts Black History Month Events Led by Bridgeport Public Schools and The City of Bridgeport Health Department
This February, the City of Bridgeport has conducted a series of events focused on the celebration of Black History Month.
Feb 23, 2023
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Mayor Ganim Joins Bridgeport Residents in Sharing Concerns for Proposed Storage Facility
Bridgeport residents held a public meeting to express concerns about plans to renovate the space that used to occupy 2600 Madison Ave.
Feb 21, 2023
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Getting a Read on the Fentanyl Crisis
More and more fentanyl has been circulating around the US each year. Illegal drug dealers are carrying more pills and powders that are laced with this deadly drug.
Feb 15, 2023