Plans For Bridgeport Casino Now On Hold Plans For Bridgeport Casino Now On Hold
Plans For Bridgeport Casino Now On Hold Potential plans for a casino in Bridgeport have been put on hold by House Democrats who say they don't have enough time to muster support for the bill.House Speaker Joe Aresimowicz said in a press conference Tuesday that who should get the casino in the state is too complicated to undertake in the month remaining. The group also don't believe a request for proposal (RFP) could be developed in time. Aresimowicz, D-Berlin, made it clear he does not support issuing an RFP for a Bridgeport casino without a gaming plan. Instead, he is pushing a “comprehensive gaming strategy” that would include…
Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again
Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again GREENWICH, Conn. – Greenwich's Ned Lamont officially filed paperwork Wednesday with the Connecticut Secretary of the State to launch his bid to become Connecticut’s next governor.  Lamont, a Democrat, made his announcements in emails to supporters and video (above). This is his second run for the governorship.  “I am proud to call Connecticut my home, to start my business here and raise my family here,” said Lamont. “We have many great assets and people want to live here, but we are falling behind. We need to fix our state budget and improve our economy so more people and businesses can con…
Bridgeport Hunkers Down In Blinding Snowstorm Bridgeport Hunkers Down In Blinding Snowstorm
Bridgeport Hunkers Down In Blinding Snowstorm BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — City Hall and City Hall Annex will be closed Thursday due to inclement weather. Mayor Joe Ganim has asked all non-essential city services employees not to report to work and all public schools and city parks are also closed. Residents may go to www.bridgeportct.gov/snow for the latest updates on the storm and the city’s response.
Move Your Car: Bridgeport Declares Snow Emergency In Advance Of Storm Move Your Car: Bridgeport Declares Snow Emergency In Advance Of Storm
Move Your Car: Bridgeport Declares Snow Emergency In Advance Of Storm BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — In anticipation of the winter storm bearing down on the Northeast, Mayor Joe Ganim today declared a snow emergency for the city beginning at noon Jan. 3. To allow for plowing, no parking is allowed on snow emergency streets, and only even side of the street parking is allowed on all other roadways. Vehicles left on snow emergency street will be subject to fines and towing. Not sure if you’re on a snow emergency street? They’re marked with white signs with red lettering. You can also find a list here.  The City of Bridgeport anticipates a significant snowfall starting ea…
Off And Running: Bridgeport Mayor Ganim Files For Gubernatorial Bid Off And Running: Bridgeport Mayor Ganim Files For Gubernatorial Bid
Off And Running: Bridgeport Mayor Ganim Files For Gubernatorial Bid BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — It’s official: Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim is running for governor. Pledging that “We can do better,” Ganim today filed the necessary paperwork with the State Elections Enforcement Commission to run as a Democratic candidate in 2018.  Citing his more than 14 years as mayor of the state’s largest city, Ganim is pledging to work hard to revive the Connecticut economy and stabilize state government finances. “The road to bringing fiscal stability back to Connecticut runs through economic development and job growth,” he said in a written statement. “We can get Connecticut b…