Man Accused In Nightclub Homicide + Youth Vaccine Clinic

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

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 30 Low: 22.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Waterbury man accused of Bridgeport murder charged with violating probation: The man is accused in a killing outside a nightclub in November. (CTPost)
2. Bysiewicz, Ganim tout youth vaccines at Bridgeport school clinic: Parents and children were permitted to receive their shots side by side at the event. (CTPost)
3. Bridgeport Resident Wins Over $91K Lottery Prize (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Bridgeport Resident Wins $20k Lottery Prize (Bridgeport Patch)
5. Bridgeport Resident Wins Over $25K Lottery Prize (Bridgeport Patch)
6. COVID-19 death is latest tragedy for Bridgeport family (News 12 Connecticut)

Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport Public Schools: "Bridgeport Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 7, 2022, due to the impending weather forecast" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "DASH..ing through the snow.... Safe to say our long-time resident Dash LOVES the snow. We aren't surprised. We are surprised he still isn't adopted! If a snow-dog is your kinda buddy- apply today!" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "#Bridgeport ❄️ Update ❄️ Plow crews have cleared primary streets and are now working on secondaries. Please know - snow may still get pushed back due to wind gusts AND the wind chill may cause freezing—- so be careful if you have to go o..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "It's not fair to only post a "blooper" picture of Dash when he is the most gorgeous dog. Just look at his gorgeous amber-brown eyes!" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Due to the snow storm, here are following #COB service updates: ❄️Sanitation & Recycling – Cancelled Friday and will resume Saturday ❄️Transfer Station – Closed Friday and will re-open Saturday ❄️Brown Bag Collection – Cancelled Friday a..." (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "WEATHER UPDATE There is a low potential for snowfall to begin around 10pm this evening. However, the highest probability of snowfall will occur between Friday 1am and 6am. 3-5 inches of snow is expected. #bridgeport" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "We picked up a very cold rooster the other day, so just a reminder:" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "The test site at North Branch Library will be closed Friday, January 7th due to the expected storm. #BPTUpdates #BPTTesting #Coronavirus #CovidTesting" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "City of #Bridgeport offices will have a delayed opening at 11am on Friday, January 7 due to forecasted inclement weather. This opening may change as weather and road conditions develop." (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "PLEASE BE ADVISED: BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED TOMORROW." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "This album has the pictures and a brief descriptions of all the animals that BAC currently has available for adoption. All adoptions are conducted by APPOINTMENT ONLY due to COVID-19. Submit an application to animal.shelter@bridgeportct...." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "All BPL locations but North Branch will be opening no earlier than 11:00am today. North Branch will not open until 1pm at the earliest. Please call before coming to any of our locations to make sure we are open." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, CT Fire Department: "Stay informed #Bridgeport! For weather updates, sign up for #BPTAlerts TODAY! bridgeportct.gov/BPTAlerts #Bridgeport #BPTUpdates #EmergencyAlerts" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Every day, Ys across the country demonstrate how much stronger we can be when we support each other and work together as a #community. #forabetterus" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "At the Y, we work hard to ensure that people from all walks of life feel welcome and included when they walk through our doors. 👨🏽‍👩🏽‍👧🏽‍👦🏽👩‍🦯🧑‍🦽👳🏾 🧓🏾 #YForAll #inclusion #diversity" (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Brooklawn: "This is crazy,,, Last week I scheduled a booster vac at Walgreens ,, I forgot to bring in conformation number so when i got there I told my Name,, they asked me for the conformation number and I told them I forgot to bring it, They said..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Hi neighbors, - If anyone needs snow removal tomorrow feel free to DM, call or text me. I’m happy to help. 203-644-4080. Thank you! Trevor" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Garfield / Madison: "I left out 2 wooden chairs on garbage day and they just leave them behind. - why would they not take these chairs? they did the same last month when i left out a commode (no bucket, and thoroughly cleaned). Is the rule that ANY furnitur..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Hi! - Does anyone love a daycare nearby?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Trumbull: "Good evening. - Happy holidays and prosperous new year. This is Julio & Mercedes from ASAPS ddental. According to the doctor a dental exam should be done twice a year and we would like to make the same offer of $25. For each person to m..." (Nextdoor)

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