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Mayor Ganim, Bridgeport Police Department, Park City Communities Announce Increased Community Policing in Response to Rash of Gun Violence in the City of Bridgeport

Officials to announce $100,000 allocated towards an increase in community police presence, particularly in areas with reoccurring violent crime.

Jun 17, 2021

Public Safety
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Mayor Ganim, Bridgeport Parks and Rec Announce Job Opportunities for City Youth

Mayor Ganim encourages young residents to apply for job opportunities available in the City of Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Department.

Jun 11, 2021

Announcements
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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