New research shows that your backyard vegetable garden might contain lead

A study found that vegetables grown in lead-contaminated backyard soil can contain lead, and different vegetables accumulate varying levels of it. Using packaged soil for gardening is safer to avoid lead exposure.

Aug 09, 2023

Rev. Dr. Herron Keyon Gaston to Transition from Position as Assistant Chief Administrative Officer

Rev. Dr. Herron Keyon Gaston has announced he will be taking the position of Vice President for External Affairs and Chief of Staff at the University of Bridgeport and will resign as Assistant Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Bridgeport, effective Friday, August 18, 2023.

Aug 04, 2023

Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Ask for Public Opinion on New Logo for the City

Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport have partnered with SONO Studios to produce a new logo for the City.

Jul 31, 2023

Groundwork Bridgeport Continues to Enhance Tree Coverage in the City of Bridgeport

Due to an application from Groundwork Bridgeport earlier this year, the City of Bridgeport has been selected as one of six small to mid-sized cities throughout the U.S. and Canada to participate in an initiative to highlight tree planting work within the City.

Jul 28, 2023

Want your kids to eat their veggies? 2 simple things that you can do today

Getting your kids to eat healthier could be as simple as staying at the table for 10 extra minutes and cutting up their fruits and veggies into bite sized chunks.

Jul 27, 2023

City Attorney Issues Legal Opinion Regarding the Proposed 4-Story, 177 Unit Development on Madison Ave; Zoning Approval is Revoked by the Zoning Official

This afternoon, the Office of the City Attorney issued a legal opinion concerning the proposed development project at 1773, 1843, and 1849 Madison Avenue.

Jul 27, 2023