Former WTNHer George Colli has been a news innovator since he got the journalism bug several decades ago. When he began, he was on his own until his solo work convinced others to hire him. In the coming days expect Colli to unveil his latest project which will offer a new way of covering local news. We suspect the G stands for George, but we have been unable to confirm that independently. Watch this space.
Connecticut Magazine has a long profile on founder Dan Lufkin who in addition to turning the magazine into what it is today had a significant career in state government, politics and on Wall St.
From Boston
Bill Shields is retiring as a reporter with WBZ. He has been with the station for 24 years and in TV for 40. These numbers make him “legendary.” His last day is Thursday.
Bridgeport’s Barnum Museum is getting a $500,000 grant from the National Park Service to continue restoration work.
