Gang Member Sentenced: Feds + Area Events: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Feb. 2.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 40 Low: 34.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Bridgeport Gang Member Sentenced For Racketeering, Tampering: A Bridgeport gang member is going to federal prison for his connection to violent crimes, according to federal prosecutors. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. Bridgeport Events Calendar: See What's Happening This Week: Looking for things to do this week? Check out the latest events in and around the Bridgeport area! (Bridgeport Patch)
3. Bridgeport Area Real Estate Roundup (Bridgeport Patch)
4. CT's Beardsley Zoo Invites the Public to Join Citizen Scientist FrogWatch USA (HamletHub)
5. Hurricane damage may delay opening of Fairfield swimming spot (CT Post)

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Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "What is hibernation? Why do animals hibernate? Why is it important? Ask your preschooler, they know! They tried to remove fruit from ice. They know how animals might feel." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "The CHEER Institute will host a Community Forum called Power 2 Change. This session is for community residents to discuss changes that are needed to improve their communities. Power to Change Bridgeport is scheduled for Thurs., Feb. 3rd ..." (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "February is #BlackHistoryMonth This year’s theme is Black Health and Wellness. We remember the legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners but their impact on the Black community. #BHM #Bridgeport" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 3 of Catholic Schools Week and we are proud to CELEBRATE OUR STUDENTS! In our schools, we prepare our students to become future leaders and productive citizens. From their excellent academic performance to their kind hearts and ..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "DOG OF THE DAY! Keegan! Keegan is still looking for his perfect family! This happy boy is only about 1 year old and still has that youthful energy. He tested well with other dogs and loves attention from everyone here at BAC! If that sou..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Working on those resolutions? Don't let anything get in your way. 😆 🐈 😆" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Happy Chinese New Year! It's the year of the Tiger! What better way to celebrate than to visit our friends over at the Beardsley Zoo? https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/amur-tiger.html" (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Iranistan Ave: "Servicio de limpieza de la casa. - #Preguntaatusvecinos/as" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Treeland Bpt lineTrum/Str: "I know it's hard to imagine, but we are still receiving calls from locals that have not found anyone that can help them plow their driveways, shovel out their cars etc. - We've helped 2 elderly women today that just didn't know what to d..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Trumbull: "Everyone please take the time to look at my GoFundMe. - If you can't donate I understand. Asking for donations is really hard for me to do. I would not ask if I didn't have to but my family and I are going through a very difficult time. ..." (Nextdoor)

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Events:

• Buy One Get One Cricket Philly (February 4)
• SEEK22 Focus (February 4)
• St. James School Open House - NEW DATE! (February 6)
• The Shakespeare Market (February 6)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar (February 8)
• 2nd Annual Magical Escape Show hosted by Child Guidance Center of Southern Connecticut (February 11)
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• Manufacturing Machinery Cleaner and warehouse help. Part Time (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Chris Rhatigan

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