Delivery Man Targeted College Students: Report + Bank Robbery

Welcome back, Brigeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Nov. 19.

First, today's weather:

Breezy in the afternoon. High: 48 Low: 29.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Bridgeport man targeted college students for break-ins after making home deliveries: The man is accused of breaking into two female college students' homes. (News 12 Connecticut)
2. Bridgeport Bank Robbed; Suspect Arrested: Report: A man was charged in connection with a Bridgeport bank robbery Wednesday afternoon. (Bridgeport Patch)
3. Former Bridgeport chief Armando Perez loses police certification (CT Post)
4. Bridgeport Business Sells Winning Lottery Prize (Bridgeport Patch)
5. City Of Bridgeport: Mayor Ganim, Director Appleby Announce FEMA Recovery Assistance Center Available At Bridgeport Public Library Main B ... (Press Release Desk)
6. Housatonic Community College Takes STEAMfest To New Heights With Space (Press Release Desk)
7. Dozens pack zoning hearing to preserve Bridgeport's Remington Woods (CTPost)
8. 'More critical than ever': Bridgeport allocates ARP funds for youth, education groups (Westport News)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• WPKN presents the World Premiere of “A Ritual for Covid-19” (8:00 PM)
• Live Music: Out on Bail at Black Rock Social House (9:00 PM)

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Happening NOW! Join us 1600 Seaview Ave 3:30PM No experience or supplies necessary! Social Distancing guidelines will be enforced and masks are required for all attendees. #BPTArt #BPTMural #PaintTheParkCity" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Did you know that fallen leaves are essential to your winter backyard ecosystem? If you are able, leave the leaves!" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "FEMA recovery assistance center is now open at Bridgeport Public Library main branch. Residents and businesses effected by Storm Ida may seek reimbursements for damages. #bridgeport #StormIda" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Welcome Metro Art Studios! Newly renovated premium loft studios for fine artists in Bridgeport CT! Energy-efficient & green construction! 345 Railroad Ave #Bridgeport, CT 06604 #ArtStudio #BPTArt #EconomicDevelopment" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Schools: "It's that time of year for all high school seniors to complete their FAFSA Application." (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 3 of our 30 DAYS OF DISCOVERY! Today we invite you to DISCOVER Notre Dame High School Fairfield, Connecticut! Learn, like, and share what you learn about this amazing school in Fairfield, CT with family and friends! " (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 4 of our 30 DAYS OF DISCOVERY! Today we invite you to DISCOVER St. Mary School, Ridgefield! Learn, like, and share what you learn about this amazing school in Ridgefield, CT with family and friends! " (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Many of our Ys and our communities are hosting food drives to make sure that everyone has enough to eat this holiday season. If you can, please consider donating!" (Facebook)

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