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![Photo of Bridgeport City Council members, members from Inframark, East End NRZ president, Park Commissioners, and Mayor Ganim at Newfield Park for a press conference discussing Newfield Park improvements](https://www.bridgeportct.gov/sites/default/files/styles/max_900x600/public/2023-06/COMMS_20230601_Newfield_Inframark.jpg)
The City of Bridgeport Announces Newfield Park Improvements and Adoption Initiative
The City of Bridgeport, Parks Commissioners, and the East End Neighborhood Revitalization Zone (NRZ), joined Inframark in announcing its plans for extensive improvements to Newfield Park, located at 698 Seaview Ave, Bridgeport.
Jun 01, 2023
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Bridgeport Department of Health and Social Services Awarded National Accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board
Today, the Bridgeport Department of Health and Social Services announced it has been awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB).
May 25, 2023
![Photo of elected officials, Bridgeport City Council Members, Mayor Ganim, and Bridgeport Board of Education members breaking ground for the new construction of Bassick High School in Bridgeport](https://www.bridgeportct.gov/sites/default/files/styles/max_900x600/public/2023-06/COMMS_20230522_Bassick_Groundbreaking_2.jpg)
Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Hosts Groundbreaking Event for Construction of the New Bassick High School
Today, Mayor Ganim hosted the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of the latest project occurring within the City of Bridgeport.
May 22, 2023
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Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Announce Heavy Traffic & Parking Updates Ahead of Busy Weekend
As the weekend approaches, the City of Bridgeport is preparing for a weekend full of visitors trekking to the downtown area towards Total Mortgage Arena and Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater.
May 12, 2023
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City of Bridgeport Announces Newfield Boat Ramp Closed Until Further Notice Due to Safety Concerns
City of Bridgeport advises residents that the Newfield boat ramp located at 421 Seaview Avenue will be temporarily closed during the summer until further notice for safety concerns.
May 11, 2023
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Mayor Ganim and the Department of Public Facilities Remind Bridgeport Residents and Visitors about Changes and Checkpoint Dates at City Parks
In April, Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport Department of Public Facilities made announcements regarding upcoming opening dates for the City’s parks. Mayor Ganim is reminding all residents that checkpoints will reopen early, on weekends only, starting on May 6th from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM for residents to purchase park stickers in advance of Memorial Day weekend.
May 04, 2023