Homicide Arrest + Housing Authority In 'Substantial Default'

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First, today's weather:

Rain in the morning. High: 70 Low: 56.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Bridgeport News: Homicide Arrest: A man is facing charges in connection with a March homicide. (doingitlocal.com)
2. Bridgeport Man Known As 'Dutch' Admits To Distributing Heroin: The man pleaded guilty to a charge of possession of heroin with intent to distribute. (Bridgeport Daily Voice)
3. From ‘troubled’ to ‘substantial default’: Feds step in to help failing Bridgeport housing authority: The federal government is working more closely with the city's failing public housing authorities. (CTPost)
4. Bridgeport man arrested in connection to vehicle break-ins in Milford (WTNH.com)
5. Bridgeport businesses given more time to apply for COVID relief (CTPost)

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Today in Bridgeport:

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "#THROWBACK Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth ! Lets take a look back at Barnum School's Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration circa 2018. #FlashbackFriday #Bridgeport #BPTArt" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "If you took advantage of some of the great weather we've had lately, you should be checking your dog for ticks! Here are some common places they hide...and as always remember to keep your pets on year-round flea/tick preventative!" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Hey #Bridgeport! Artistic Expressions, Art Therapy Group for Children Grades 6-8. Beginning October 5, 2021, at 4:30 PM Phone: 203-571-3358 Email: buildpeoplect@gmail.com" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "If you are looking for something to do this weekend with the kids then mark your calendars for the St. James School, Stratford Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday, Sept. 25!" (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "Bedtime Storytime happening LIVE from the East Side Library. Join us!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "All kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve, under the guidance of caring adults who believe in their potential. We see every interaction with young people as an opportunity for learning and develo..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Every 11 seconds an older adult is seen in an emergency department for a fall-related injury. The National Council on Aging advises seniors to find a good balance and exercise program, like yoga to help build strength, balance and flexib..." (Facebook)

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