BRIDGEPORT — Police Chief Roderick Porter has gone to court to try to overturn state officials' decision last fall blocking him from collecting the pension he earned after retiring as a captain.

Thirteen retired New Jersey State Police ... case law, the appeals court said: “Deciding petitioners’ Ricci Act eligibility based on a full record is consistent with the fact that pension ...

Pelko in a letter informing the mayor of his retirement Chief Pelko said he is committed to a smooth transition and will remain available as the community searches for a new police chief.