I-95 Crash + Pedestrians Hit By Car: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Dec. 16.

First, today's weather:

Variable clouds; breezy, mild. High: 58 Low: 52.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Tractor-Trailer Crash Closes Lanes On I-95 In Bridgeport: A tractor-trailer crash closed multiple lanes on I-95 North between Exits 28 and 29 in Bridgeport. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. 2 Pedestrians Struck By Car In Bridgeport: Report: Police are investigating an accident that involved two pedestrians. (Bridgeport Patch)
3. 'Senseless gun violence': Bridgeport homicide victim mourned (CTPost)
4. Bridgeport council hosting in-person party, despite virtual meetings (Fairfield Citizen)
5. Bridgeport police time management system hacked, city says (The Greater New Milford Spectrum)
6. Coronavirus Cases Up 90 Percent Recently In Fairfield County: CDC (Bridgeport Patch)

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Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "ROGERS (0268) Hey everyone I'm Rogers! I'm a 3-year-old male pitbull mix. I'm a very energetic and playful kinda guy! I did well on my dog test (though I am extra enthusiastic- so a tolerant friend is a must). I can't wait to bounce arou..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "DOG OF THE DAY! Harrison! Look at this handsome guy! Catch him in his new flick- Raiders of the Lost Bark! Harrison is a young, energetic, happy guy looking for an active family that will spend the time polishing him into a well-behaved ..." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "The Immaculate High School musicians dropped by St. Peter School today for a quick holiday mini-concert! What a fun and festive surprise!" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 30 of our 30 DAYS OF DISCOVERY! 🔎 On our last and final day, we invite you to DISCOVER some impressive stats that only begin to describe what makes our Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic Schools a great fit for your family! Learn m..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "The Mortgage Crisis Job Training Program (MCJTP) can help you understand your options to keep your home! Register at https://conta.cc/3GxWw0f for today's 6:30pm virtual info session. #Bridgeport" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "The Y is Hiring 📢 What makes the Y a great place to work? Caring people. Passionate people. Giving people. 🧑🏽 👵🏿 👨 👩🏽 People like 👉🏽you.👈🏽 Learn more: https://buff.ly/30dyXo1" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Want to be healthier in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣2️⃣? We can help with that. Spend more time with your family or get more involved with your #community? We can help with those goals too. Reach out and learn more about all the ways we can help make your ..." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport Northend: "Hi friends my name is jocemy, I'm looking for a 3 bedroom apartment to rent within the valley area preferably shelton, ct or Derby, ct my budget is $1,800 a month. - Thanks you.." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, New school area: "Hi is there anybody who is looking for boys clothes I have a lot of boy clothes from baby to up to 24 months let me know I can give you my address and you can pick up and if you don’t have a car and live close by I can bring to you pleas..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Michelle: "Hello there people - Tomorrow special Front yard cleanup tomorrow December 15th $99 dollars Book now for tomorrow 😊 5 slot left" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Looking for Ring installer for in house security. - Purchased system. Just need help putting it together. 203-829-8899" (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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