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"Gun Buyback" Event Hosted In Recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness Month

The Bridgeport Police Department will host a “gun buyback” on Saturday, June 12th. Guns may be turned in anonymously in exchange for gift cards.  

Jun 09, 2021

Public Safety
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City of Bridgeport Receives $110 Million in American Rescue Plan Act Funding

The City of Bridgeport has been awarded $110 million dollars in federal funding provided by the American Rescue Plan Act to be expended through 2024.

Jun 08, 2021

Announcements
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Mayor Ganim Announces All Parks to Open for the Season Saturday May 29th

Mayor Ganim announced today that the City of Bridgeport public parks officially open on Saturday, May 29th for the season.

May 24, 2021

Schedules
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Heroic Actions of Eight BFD Members Recognized During Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent's EMS Values Awards

The heroic actions of eight Bridgeport Fire Department members were honored at the Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent’s Medical Center EMS Values Awards.

May 12, 2021

Awards
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Mayor Ganim Announces Bridgeport Residents Impacted by Power Outage During Isaias Will Receive Credit from UI

Mayor Ganim announced to Bridgeport residents that UI customers can expect to see a line item credit on their monthly statement.

May 10, 2021

Announcements
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Department of Public Facilities Brings Back "The Pothole Killer" to Eliminate Potholes Throughout the Park City

The Bridgeport Department of Public Facilities said that ‘The Pothole Killer’ has returned to repairing potholes in the Park City on main roads.

Apr 28, 2021

Traffic and Roads