Gang Member Sentenced In Shooting: Report + Area Events

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Feb. 8.

First, today's weather:

Damp in the a.m., then breezy. High: 43 Low: 26.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Gang Member From Bridgeport Involved In Shootings Sentenced: The man will serve more than eight years in federal prison. (Bridgeport Daily Voice)
2. Bridgeport Events Calendar: See What's Happening This Week: Looking for something to do this week? Check out these upcoming events in and around Bridgeport. (Bridgeport Patch)
3. Bridgeport Jobs: See Who's Hiring In The Area (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Life and legacy of Bridgeport's Bishop Jean Williams lives on through food pantry (News 12 Connecticut)
5. Bridgeport woman helps local kids get new shoes that fit (News 12 Connecticut)
6. Bridgeport: Check Out 5 Nearby Homes On The Market (Bridgeport Patch)
7. Bridgeport names victim advocate, social services unit in limbo (CTPost)

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)

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Kida! Kida is looking for a friend that can teach her about the finer things in life...but at her pace. She loves cuddling under her blanket and peeking out at the world, and if you don't mind that- she might be the kitty..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (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: "CAT OF THE DAY! Jack! Jack is being very patient waiting for his forever home to find him- and so are we. But we think he's waited long enough. This is a quirky, independent kitty that would love to make a spot on your windowsill- he won..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "ZOEY (0356) Hey everyone I'm Zoey! I'm a 8-month-old female domestic shorthair. I am a super playful young girl that can't wait to meet my forever family! Applications available here: bridgeportct.gov/animalcontrol All adoptions are curr..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Remember, despite scary headlines, there are many steps you can take to coexist peacefully with wildlife! Never leave your dog unattended outdoors and be aware of local wildlife behavior like coyote mating season. https://www.wfsb.com/ne..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "This Thursday please join us for this exciting event with the Connecticut Historical Society celebrating Connecticut's Black history!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Many people find it uncomfortable to introduce themselves, no matter how much they want to meet people and make new friends. Here's a tip: Ask questions! For example, "How long have you been a member at the Y?" #MondayMotivation #ForABet..." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Michelle: "Male mini yorkshire - If u have a female and looking for a pure breed to mate your female, please contact me so we can keep a good breed around. Ronald 203 673 7526" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Garfield / Madison: "Cleaning. - Hi guys 👋I'm Gessica, it's great to be here! I work as a house cleaning, if you need it, it will be a pleasure to assist you." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Garfield / Madison: "Hi, Bridgeport Veterinary hospital is a Nono, these morons don’t take good care of pets and can’t even do surgery right, they killed my daughter, we shall create a group of people who were promised good but got bad, let’s do this and put..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Park Ave/ Capitol Ave: "Looking for any instruments someone is willing to donate! - Thank you!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport North End: "For sale. - French provincial desk. Asking 200.call Alison 203-260-5960." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Maplewood/Colorado: "Anyone know a job hiring weekends only?? - I’m a college student looking for regular Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Per diem Weekdays. I don’t drink or smoke so drug tests are not a problem. Just totaled my car recently so local or on a..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Park Ave/ Capitol Ave: "Check out my new group: Entrepreneurs - Everyone who is interested is welcome to join. Here's the link: https://nextdoor.com/g/y9blz1jny" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport North End: "RED-NOSE PITBULL LOOKING FOR OWNER!!!!!!!! - Has anyone lost a pitbull or does anyone know who this beautiful dog belongs to. I don’t want to call animal control because they will not treat him well. I will hold him at my house until he ..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport Northend: "Cleaning Service - Vanessa Joia (203)243-7694" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport Northend: "Hi, - Our washer and dryer hook up is currently in the kitchen. We want to put the hook up in the basement. Any recommendations for someone who can change the hook ups?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, South End: "A house is available for lease 62 Alstrum St, Hamden, CT 06514 .. - So if anyone required let me know" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Charcoal Pond: "BlueJay at my feeder. - I just saw a Bluejay at my feeder which caused me to do a search. I found a very interesting page about them,,,Some good, some not so good. But I enjoy seeing them......... https://www.birdwatchingusa.org/blue-jay..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport Northend: "Cleaning Service - Vanessa Joia (203)243-7694" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Anyone else hear gunshots in Black Rock? - This is two days in row now. They're not fireworks, I've used both." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Trumbull: "Neibors, friends please look over my GoFundMe. - I already raised $40. Thank you to those good caring ladies. I really appreciate it very much. Please take a moment to look over my GoFundMe account. I can really use your help. Thank you...." (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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