Fatal Hit-And-Run + 5 Rescued In Boat Crash: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Oct. 12.

First, today's weather:

Nice with clouds and sun. High: 69 Low: 55.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Bridgeport Hit-And-Run: A pedestrian died in the accident and a driver left the scene Sunday night. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. Man shot in the hand on Stratford Avenue in Bridgeport: Police are searching for suspects in the Stratford Avenue shooting. (WTNH.com)
3. 5 People Rescued After Boat Hits Rocks, Overturns in Bridgeport: The boat crashed into the rocks and overturned Saturday morning. (NBC Connecticut)
4. Bridgeport News: Assault With A Bat - DoingItLocal (doingitlocal.com)
5. CT's Beardsley Zoo Announces Zoo Photo Contest Winners (HamletHub)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• Choir/Gospel Choir Music Room - Harding High School (2:30 PM)
• *New Life Creation Club Room 110 - Harding High School (2:30 PM)
• Spanish Heritage Club Room 218 - Harding High School (2:35 PM)

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "The picture says it all - we are thrilled to have a Newtown Savings Bank branch in #Bridgeport. Welcome to our community, #NewNeighbor! " (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "PETS OF THE DAY! Thing 1 and Thing 2! Wow these guys have come a long way! Coming to us super hand-shy in a stock pot- they have now decided to greet us when we walk in the room and appreciate a good hand-fed treat! Ask about adoption to..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Today is #IndigenousPeoplesDay. Click through to find out the history behind this holiday and why we celebrate." (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "What a beautiful day for outdoor dining! Whether you’re working today Or have the day off stop by one of our #BPT200 destinations for an amazing meal! See where you can get a deal at bpt200.com" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "To celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day, we've linked a great podcast episode (with transcript) of storyteller and musician Joe Bruchac of the Nulhegan Abenaki tribe sharing flute music and stories of how the dog came to be a loyal human co..." (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)

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