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100GirlsLeading summit looks to empower Bridgeport’s young female leaders
The free event featured activities and information designed to help girls connect with women who have forged successful paths.
At Bridgeport’s train station, a small group asks residents to pause and think
The members gather outside the train station every Monday, turning one of the city’s busiest public spaces into an informal forum on issues.
Behind the scenes of Bridgeport’s Democratic Town Committee
In Bridgeport, the DTC occupies an influential position. Its endorsements shape political races for top local and state offices.
New training for CT urban police officers to incorporate community input
A requirement under the 2020 Police Accountability Act is finally in development. The training will roll out to Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven and elsewhere in 2027.
Former Bridgeport munitions testing site redeveloped as urban forest
During the cleanup effort, workers removed of nearly 5,000 pieces of bullet shells and other munitions from Lake Success.
Bridgeport’s Haitian community holds inaugural Flag Day parade
Bringing the public celebration to Bridgeport was years in the making. For many, the event was more than a celebration. It was recognition.