Man Hit By Police Car Sues City: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Nov. 24.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 46 Low: 30.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Lawsuit: Man hit by Bridgeport police car in crosswalk: A man is suing the city after he suffered injuries when a police cruiser struck him last year. (CT Post)
2. Community Health Worker, With Federal Funding, to Help Bridgeport's Vulnerable Population: The nonprofit organization has been awarded federal funding for the program. (Health News Hub)
3. Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo: Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo Plans Three Weekends Of Holiday Happenings (Press Release Desk)
4. Preserving the pulpit: Bridgeport gives COVID aid to churches (Torrington Register Citizen)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• Thanksgiving Recess - Fairchild Wheeler Inter-District Magnet High School (12:00 AM)
• Thanksgiving Break (Events) - New Beginnings Inc Family Academy District (12:00 AM)
• Zoo Closes Early - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo (12:00 AM)

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "We did a quiz on Thanksgiving food dangers yesterday and wanted to share a treat you can make special- just for your pet. Pumpkin puree is everywhere right now- pick up a can and be a doggie chef for the day!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Schools: "Join Superintendent Testani for his Facebook Live District Update on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at 5:30 PM" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "You can tell that there is a lot to be thankful for in the third-grade class at Holy Trinity Catholic Academy from the way they decorated their classroom door with ideas!" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "Last week was quite a week for the St. Rose of Lima School students who celebrated the 50th day of school, had an amazing finish to the Buddy Turkey Trot where they collected more than 3,000 items for the Faith Food Pantry and wrapped it..." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 9 of our 30 DAYS OF DISCOVERY! Today we invite you to DISCOVER St. Rose of Lima School! Learn, like, and share what you learn about this amazing school in Newtown, CT with family and friends!" (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "This year, children learned essential life-saving swimming skills at the Y, helping ensure a safer community for all. We need your help to continue this work. Please give to the Y’s Annual Campaign. https://buff.ly/2YNZ30T" (Facebook)

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