Bank Robbery Sentencing + Plea Deal Rejected: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Dec. 17.

First, today's weather:

Clouds and sun; breezy, mild. High: 55 Low: 37.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Bridgeport man gets two years for robbing Fairfield bank with toothpaste: A local man was sentenced after pleading guilty to first-degree robbery. (CTPost)
2. Bridgeport man accused of murder rejects 55-year plea deal: The man was charged in connection with a August 2017 crime. (CTPost)
3. This Weekend's Upcoming Bridgeport Area Events (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Bridgeport: See 5 Nearby Houses On The Market (Bridgeport Patch)
5. Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo: Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo Says It's Official: The Baby Giant Anteater Is A Girl! (Press Release Desk)
6. Bridgeport Area Pets Newly Up For Adoption: Whitney & More (Bridgeport Patch)
7. Bridgeport family remembers loved one killed in 'freak' accident (News 12 Bronx)
8. State aid to jumpstart pair of critical Bridgeport redevelopments (CTPost)

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Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Milu! We are still working on getting senior Milu into a loving home for the holidays. He's a fantastic cat with a wonderful purr-sonality....he just wants to meet his forever family! If that's you, email us today! Applic..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Thank you, Chaz and AJ, Connoisseur media and the entire WPLR Tribe for selecting the youth and families of the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA for the 2021 Toy Drive. Thanks to you, we are restoring hope and making magic happen this holi..." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "The preschool classes at the Catholic Academy of Stamford were very busy this week building these sweet, sweet gingerbread houses!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Ys across the country are collecting items to give to those in need. Looking for a way to make a difference? Consider grabbing a few pairs of socks 🧦 or that gently-used sweater 👚 to donate!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "Storytime with Santa happening LIVE from the downtown Library. Join us!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "An alternative to the usual salt dough ornament, this recipe creates a smoother dough for your paw print impressions! https://dachshund-gifts-dog-lovers.com/make-homemade-dog-paw-ornament/" (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport North End: "Rotor and brake pad install. - Have the hardware need the job done. At home preferably and reasonably priced. 2015 Jeep Wrangler JKU." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport North End: "Any professionals able to install brakes and rotors tomorrow? - 2015 Jeep Wrangler JKU." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, The Hollow: "ANOTHER ONE☝️ Before/After- staining (Provincial stain)handrails by JOSH HIGH END PAINTING LLC. - 👌🙏🙏🙏" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Hi all! - My employers mother is unfortunately very ill, and can no longer take care of her very sweet nine year Old indoor cat Misa. If anyone is interested/would like anymore information please DM me on here or email at Brittany.sohn@..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Maplewood/Colorado: "Hello! - I’m looking for a mani/pedi salon that offers a mommy/daughter experience. I’d appreciate feedback from your personal experience. If you know of a place and the person that gave you that wonderful treatment, please recommend the..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Maplewood/Colorado: "THIS made my day 😊 - After getting my packages stolen last week, I decided to bait porch thieves by stuffing dirty filthy garbage in an empty package and leave it on the porch. It wasn't the same thief but a different one. He got a very..." (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.