Council Members Seek Answers + Hospital Capacity: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Jan. 13.

First, today's weather:

Rather cloudy. High: 42 Low: 31.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Family, City Council members still seeking answers 1 month after Bridgeport woman's death (News 12 New Jersey)
2. How Close Are Bridgeport Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest (Bridgeport Patch)
3. 2 Open Houses In And Around The Bridgeport Area Worth Checking Out (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Bridgeport scrambles to salvage state funding for Bassick High (Torrington Register Citizen)
5. Police Attempt To ID 4 Suspects In Bridgeport Homicide (Bridgeport Patch)
6. COVID-19: Fairfield County Testing Site Moved | Fairfield Daily Voice (Fairfield Daily Voice)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• Live Cable Testing Experience Related to Network (9:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "The first graders at St Gregory the Great School, Danbury are learning about penguins and the ways they stay warm in freezing climates. This blubber glove lets the children feel how blubber can protect the penguins from freezing waters. ..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Next time you're shopping- maybe stock up on some of these items to have a safe and happy winter! https://www.buzzfeed.com/emmyf/essential-winter-items-for-your-dog" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "The Pre-K class at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School, Fairfield, CT had so much building, learning, and growing this week! We know that building with blocks and ramps helps children to develop motor skills and works on basic concepts of..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Plan for your Summer Camp Experience NOW! YMCA Camp Hi-Rock SLEEPAWAY CAMP AND BOLD & GOLD TEEN LEADERSHIP EXPEDITION INFO SESSIONS! Camp Hi-Rock staff will be hosting virtual info sessions, dates and times can be viewed here:" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "When unexpected school closures happen, the Y can help. Our child care and out-of-school programs offer safe and structured places where kids can go to do schoolwork and stay active on those days when normal classes aren't happening. Cal..." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, North End: "Hi neighbors! - Does anyone know a good place to get Mexican sopes that does delivery in Bridgeport?" (Nextdoor)
• Mallory Micky, Neighbor: "Friendly reminder, if you own a dog and walk your dog, please pick up your dog crap. I'm talking to you over there on Ffld Ave. by the funeral home. The Doberman pincher. You know who you are.." (Patch)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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