Viewpoints and opinions on issues affecting Norwalk and the state of Connecticut
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Duff:
Get Out The Vote with Caravan and Free Ice Cream Party... State Senator Bob Duff announced a town wide caravan through Norwalk this Sunday to generate enthusiasm about the local legislative races and the importance of voting on Tuesday. |
Press Release | October 28, 2008 |
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Greater Hartford Committee for Change to host Reception and
Rally to Benefit Obama Victory Fund. The Greater Hartford Host Committee for Change invite you to join Ned Lamont & Invited Guests Senators Christopher Dodd and Edward Kennedy Jr. for a Reception and Rally in Support of the Obama/Biden Campaign benefiting the Obama Victory Fund... |
Press Release |
October 23, 2008 |
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Connecticut Artists
and Authors rally together to host Obama Fundraiser Many of Connecticut’s outstanding artists and authors are banding together to contribute original paintings, prints, photographs, and jewelry on behalf of Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama, Sunday, Oct. 26th... |
Press Release |
October 23, 2008 |
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Wells takes oath as interim Dem Registrar Stuart W. Wells was sworn in as Norwalk's interim Democratic Registrar of Voters by Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz at City Hall on Wednesday... |
From the Hour online By Robert Koch |
October 23, 2008 |
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Duff Family to host FREE Pasta Dinner in support of Bob Duff's
Re-Election The Duff Family hosts a FREE pasta dinner - admission is a donation of a Non-Perishable food item for the Food Pantry. |
State Sen. Bob Duff | October 9, 2008 |
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Democrats Open 2nd
Headquarters on Wall Street The Norwalk Democrats invite the public to join them at the Grand Opening of their 2nd Headquarters location at 1 Wall Street. |
Norwalk DTC Chair Gail Wall | September 30, 2008 |
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Perone Testifies In Favor Of State Earned Income Tax Credit, Bill Voted Out Of Committee "I strongly believe that a state EITC can make a huge difference for hard-working families," said Perone. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | February 21, 2008 |
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Representative Perone To Serve On CT Healthcare Partnership Working Group "By increasing health care coverage to municipal workers and small businesses, it will lower taxes for residents." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | February 15, 2008 |
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Representative Perone Appointed To 'Courage To Speak Foundation' Advisory Board "I am deeply humbled to be a member of the Courage to Speak advisory board," Rep. Perone said. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | February 8, 2008 |
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Duff, Perone Propose Bill To Give Cold War Veterans Property Tax Exemption "They deserve our thanks and our assistance whenever possible," Sen. Duff said. |
State Sen. Bob Duff, State Rep. Chris Perone | January 30, 2008 |
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Rep. Perone: Now Is The Time To Abolish The Business Entity Tax "This is an important initiative for small businesses and it sends the right message to small businesses." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | January 17, 2008 |
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Norwalk Democratic Town Committee Caucus Announcement "Pursuant to the provisions of the State Election Laws and the Rules of the Democratic Party, you are hereby given notice..." |
NDTC | January 3, 2008 |
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Perone Announces Grant To Mid-Fairfield Child Guidance Center "This money will go a long way in ensuring that the MFCGC has the adequate facilities they need." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | December 7, 2007 |
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Photos from 2007 Election Special thanks to Mary Geake for supplying the photos! |
Mary Geake | November, 2007 |
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Perone Applauds Passage Of Bonding Package, "Huge Benefit To City Of Norwalk" Over $3 million in flood relief for the city, and $450,000 for Norwalk Community College. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | September 10, 2007 |
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Learn How the New Voting Machines Work Be prepared on Election Day: view a video of the new Optical Scan Ballot Instructions. |
Norwalk Democrats | September 23, 2007 |
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Photos from the Annual Sickle Cell Anemia Awareness Event Special thanks to Councilwoman Phyllis Bolden for supplying the photos! |
Norwalk Democrats | September 23, 2007 |
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Photos from the 2007 Pasta Dinner Special thanks to Bill Wrenn for supplying the photos! |
Norwalk Democrats | September 23, 2007 |
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Photos from the District B BBQ Special thanks to Mary Geake for supplying the photos! |
Norwalk Democrats | September 15, 2007 |
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Perone Slams Train Car Shop Funding Shortfall, Demands Investigation "To be over budget by over $300 million is absurd," Rep. Perone said. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | September 10, 2007 |
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Briggs Recognizes National Sickle Cell Awareness Month Bolden, Briggs applaud drive to make people aware of this deadly disease. |
Walter Briggs | September 7, 2007 |
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Photos from the District B Labor Day Cookout Special thanks to Councilwoman Phyllis Bolden for supplying the photos! |
Norwalk Democrats | September 3, 2007 |
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Photos from the Annual Back-to-School Family Day and Community Cook-out Special thanks to Councilwoman Phyllis Bolden and Mary Geake for supplying the photos! |
Norwalk Democrats | August 20, 2007 |
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Coffey Proposes Revised Demolition Delay Ordinance "It is important that we preserve Norwalk's important historic structures from the wrecking ball," says Coffey. |
Council Pres. Mike Coffey | August 16, 2007 |
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Amann Highlights Progress On State Energy Needs Says the Bethel-to-Norwalk transmission line saved $60 million so far this year. |
Speaker Jim Amann | August 7, 2007 |
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Letter to the Editor from Walter Briggs "The Gault Fuel Oil Storage and distribution center is inappropriate." |
Walter O. Briggs | July 30, 2007 |
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Morris Announces Residential Housing Legislation Affordable multifamily housing "is essential for the state." |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | July 27, 2007 |
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Briggs Acceptance Speech Mayoral Candidate Walter Briggs' acceptance speech from the 2007 convention. |
Walter O. Briggs | July 23, 2007 |
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Photos from Norwalk Dems' 2007 Nominating Convention Special thanks to Councilwoman Phyllis Bolden for supplying the photos! |
Norwalk Democrats | July 23, 2007 |
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Proposed Norwalk Responsible Contractor Ordinance A new ordinance for required contract provisions/project labor agreements. |
Council Pres. Mike Coffey | July 23, 2007 |
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Perone's 'Wi-Fi' Bill Signed Into Law By Governor State to develop 'World Class' network, "targets our increasingly mobile and busy society." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | July 17, 2007 |
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Morris Announces Child Pornography Legislation State Representative acts to "assure the safety of our most vulnerable citizens." |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | July 17, 2007 |
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Morris Champions New Legislation Affecting Children "I am excited that these bills have been signed into law," said Rep. Morris. |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | July 16, 2007 |
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Briggs to Run for Norwalk Mayor "I have both the vision and the management experience to get things done." |
Briggs Campaign | July 10, 2007 |
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Coffey Not Seeking Elective Office in 2007 "It has been an honor to work as an advocate for the city and its many residents." |
Councilman Michael W. Coffey | June 30, 2007 |
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Reps. Morris, Fleischmann Champion School Expulsion Provision "It only makes sense that a person should be afforded legal representation," said Rep. Morris. |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | June 29, 2007 |
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Representative Perone's 'Stormwater Authority' Bill Signed Into Law By Governor Rell Provides relief for the victims of flooding in both the city of Norwalk and in the state. |
State Reps. Chris Perone & Bruce Morris | June 29, 2007 |
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Representatives Perone, Morris Announce Significant Increase In State Funding To Norwalk School System "Norwalk will be moved into a higher tier of educational grant funding," says Rep. Perone. |
State Reps. Chris Perone & Bruce Morris | June 22, 2007 |
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Perone Bill To Develop "World-Class Communications Network" Increased accessibility to the internet could provide countless benefits. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | June 6, 2007 |
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Perone Legislation Funds Teacher Retirement, Saves Billions "The obligation that we have to our teacher's pensions is pressing and cannot be ignored," says Perone. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | June 5, 2007 |
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Morris Applauds Passage of New "Eminent Domain" Legislation "This bill will protect Connecticut citizens," says Representative Morris. |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | June 2, 2007 |
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Perone Cheers Passage of New "Eminent Domain" Legislation "This bill ensures that no citizen has to be concerned with property being taken for strictly economic purposes." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | June 2, 2007 |
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Perone Applauds Passage of Stormwater Program Through House Aims to provide relief for the victims of flooding in both the city of Norwalk and in the state. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | May 30, 2007 |
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Council, BOE and BET Should Formalize Cooperation Kimmel: "BOE's finance committee should meet on a year-round, monthly basis." |
Bruce Kimmel, Member, Board of Education | May 11, 2007 |
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Majority Leader Donovan To Visit Norwalk Public Schools, Meet Officials "It is important to learn about the unique challenges of districts like Norwalk," says Donovan. |
State Rep. Bruce Morris & State Rep. Chris Perone | May 11, 2007 |
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Measure Will Restore Image of Massage Therapy Profession Sen. Duff: "Protect our neighborhoods and families from businesses that are operating under false pretenses." |
State Sen. Bob Duff | May 2, 2007 |
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Duff Urges Governor to Sign Demolition Delay Measure "Historical structures offer unique opportunities to think out of the box and put existing buildings to new uses." |
State Sen. Bob Duff | May 1, 2007 |
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Perone Supports Eliminating Fees For Senior Citizens "No resident should have to feel confined to their home," says Rep. Perone. |
State Rep. Chris Perone | April 30, 2007 |
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"Democrats Stand Up For Fairfield County" Perone: "Standing up for Fairfield County means standing up for all citizens in Fairfield County." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | April 24, 2007 |
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Democrats Budget A Winner For Norwalk "Tax relief, more state aid and more money for health care – this budget is a winner on all fronts," Rep. Morris said. |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | April 13, 2007 |
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Rep. Morris, Others Address Treatment Of Defendants "We all owe our thanks to Rep. Bruce Morris," said Judge William J. Lavery |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | April 5, 2007 |
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Antiqued Storm Drain Systems Fix Out Of Committee Rep. Perone: "The first step in ensuring that the people of Norwalk get the best flood protection available." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | March 22, 2007 |
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Rep. Morris Calls For Prevention Funding Rep. Morris: "We need programs like this to make a difference in the lives of our youth." |
State Rep. Bruce Morris | March 21, 2007 |
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Coffey Advocates Formation of "DR SPOCC" Councilman Coffey: "A committee that will look at long term strategic capital planning for the City." |
Council President Mike Coffey | March 18, 2007 |
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Face of America Ride 2007 A two day ride in honor of the war veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. |
Mitch Fuchs | March 14, 2007 |
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Photos from District D St. Patrick's Day Party Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy, State Rep. Chris Perone Among Distinguished Guests |
District D Democratic Committee | March 12, 2007 |
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Rep. Perone's Vision For Municipal Wireless Internet Clears Legislative Hurdle Rep. Perone: "Remove the roadblocks to technology facing cities and towns." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | March 8, 2007 |
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Perone Co-Sponsors Bill Aimed at Fixing Antiquated Storm Drain Systems Rep. Perone: "Start rebuilding an overtaxed and outdated storm drain system." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | February 16, 2007 |
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Perone Introduces Affordable Housing Legislation Rep. Perone: "Affordable housing is desperately needed in communities all over the state." |
State Rep. Chris Perone | February 6, 2007 |
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'Super 7' Belongs on Lawmakers' Agenda "Mr. Duff is right that we need a major north-south roadway. His colleagues should make the time to listen to him." |
The Advocate Editorials | January 27, 2007 |
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Duff Announces Priorities for 2007 Legislative Session "My goals for this year focus on bringing funding and improvements to Fairfield County," said Duff. |
State Sen. Bob Duff | January 23, 2007 |
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Banks Committee Announces Priorities for 2007 Legislative Session Committee will focus on consumer protection issues. |
State Sen. Bob Duff | January 25, 2007 |
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Perone Promoted To Vice Chair Of Finance Committee "It is an honor to be appointed by Speaker Amann to serve as Vice Chair of this key committee," says Perone. |
Chris Perone | January 6, 2007 |
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Michael Coffey Re-Elected to 2nd Term as Council President "I look forward to leading the common council in a bi-partisan manner during the next year." |
Mike Coffey | November 17, 2006 |
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Perone Endorsed By Norwalk Advocate "He has our endorsement for another term as state representative." |
Norwalk Dems | October 25, 2006 |
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Perone Endorsed By Connecticut Council Of Police Unions "Perone's election to office is in the best interest of the residents of Connecticut." |
Norwalk Dems | October 25, 2006 |
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Doubletree Hotel and Union Reach Settlement To End Boycott "This settlement is a very positive outcome for our community," said former Mayor Knopp. |
Norwalk Dems | October 6, 2006 |
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A Weigh Station Victory "We have won the battle to extend weigh station hours in Greenwich." |
Bob Duff | September 23, 2006 |
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Smart Growth and Transportation "Working together we can solve our transportation issues." |
Bob Duff | September 23, 2006 |
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Let's Emancipate the Clean Energy Fund "More energy and cleaner energy" |
Bob Duff | September 23, 2006 |
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Fighting for Our Veterans "Policy discussions often overlook the most important aspect of war: people" |
Bob Duff | September 23, 2006 |
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Efficiency & Accountability "We can become even more efficient." |
Bob Duff | September 23, 2006 |
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Remembering Sylvia Siegel A tribute to one of Norwalk's great activists. |
Donna King | September 13, 2006 |
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Perone Supports 90-Day Moratorium Insurance Companies Changing Underwriting Guidelines |
Rep. Chris Perone | September 8, 2006 |
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Memorial Celebration For Sylvia Siegel Scheduled To Held At The Norwalk Public Library Auditorium |
NDTC | September 1, 2006 |
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Rain, Flooding Threaten Norwalk's Archaic Sewer System Perone Urges Gov. Rell And DEP To Increase Funding |
Rep. Chris Perone | September 1, 2006 |
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Perone Denounces New Policy On Storm Shutters "Unnecessary financial hardship on Norwalk residents." |
Rep. Chris Perone | August 29, 2006 |
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Perone Lauds Signing Of Landmark Transportation Initiative Includes a myriad of highway and mass transit projects. |
Rep. Chris Perone | August 25, 2006 |
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Smart Growth and Transportation "Working together we can solve our transportation issues." |
Sen. Bob Duff | August 4, 2006 |
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Vote Primary Day August 8th! Cast your ballot in the 2006 Democratic primary. |
NDTC | July 28, 2006 |
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Good Morning, Norwalk! Outgoing zoning chair talks about workforce housing. |
Dorothy Mobilia | July 17, 2006 |
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Duff, Perone, Mann Score High on Conservation Earn perfect scores from the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters for 2006. |
Bob Duff | July 14, 2006 |
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Perone Appointed to Board of Child Guidance Center "Influencing children's lives in a positive way, that's what this appointment is about." |
Chris Perone | July 12, 2006 |
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Invest in Your Child's Future... State Rep. Chris Perone discusses the Connecticut 529 Higher Education Trust Savings Plan. |
Chris Perone | June 24, 2006 |
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Clean Car Bill Heads To Governor State Rep. Chris Perone announces passage of environmentally friendly bill. |
Chris Perone | May 3, 2006 |
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529 CHET College Savings Plan = Tax Relief For Families Saving For College State Rep. Chris Perone announces college savings tax deduction. |
Chris Perone | May 2, 2006 |
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State Budget & Tax Package Passed by House Includes additional state aid to Norwalk. |
Chris Perone | May 1, 2006 |
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Kimmel: Norwalk Must Consider All Capital Needs "It would be premature to push ahead for a new central fire station." |
Bruce Kimmel | Apr. 30, 2006 |
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Perone Welcomes House Passage of School Nutrition Bill Incentive would give Norwalk a projected $63,740. |
Chris Perone | Apr. 28, 2006 |
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Perone Announces Approval of 529 College Savings Plan Bill Website offers more information on program. |
Chris Perone | Apr. 17, 2006 |
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Crafting Our Budget Should we eliminate the motor vehicle tax? |
Bob Duff | Apr. 10, 2006 |
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Perone To Tour East Norwalk Crumbling Curbs Asks DOT to take responsibility for damaged roadways. |
Chris Perone | Apr. 10, 2006 |
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Democratic Council Members Announce 2006 Agenda Committee-by-committee priorities for 2006. |
Mike Coffey et. al. | Feb. 15, 2006 |
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Still a Great Idea: Donate to USO Operation Phone Home Another way to support our men and women overseas. |
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