Hospital Capacity + I-95 Crash: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Jan. 6.

First, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds. High: 38 Low: 28.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Latest Hospital Capacity In Bridgeport Area: Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Fairfield County and across CT. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. 2-Vehicle Crash Reported On I-95 In Bridgeport: UPDATE: The accident was reported 7 a.m. Wednesday. (Bridgeport Patch)
3. Bridgeport St. Patrick's Day Parade canceled citing COVID concerns (News 12 Connecticut)
4. City of Bridgeport gives away 16,000 at-home COVID tests to residents (News 12 Bronx)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• Three Kings Day (Events) - New Beginnings Inc Family Academy District (12:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "DOG OF THE DAY! Dash! Dash is still ready and waiting for his forever family! He's a special guy that the kennel staff absolutely adores- so we just need someone to meet him and fall in love! Applications available here: bridgeportct.gov..." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "St. Mary School, Ridgefield is reflecting on the gift of faith this year, and we think it's a beautiful theme to share and carry throughout as a community. 🙏" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Join the Y! We'll waive your joiner fee. Find Your Y. For a Better Us. Watch: https://buff.ly/3m6WGnK" (Facebook)
• Vinny LoScalzo, Neighbor: "One Bedroom apartment for rent in Bridgeport, Ct. 06605. All utilities included. $1400/ mo please call 203-300-6492" (Patch)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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