Man Wins Lawsuit + Sikorsky's Future: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Nov. 17.

First, today's weather:

Sun mixing with clouds. High: 54 Low: 50.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Bridgeport Man Awarded More Than $4 Million In Lawsuit: A Bridgeport man who was paralyzed in a 2015 operation has won a medical malpractice lawsuit, according to a report. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. State airport authority may take over running Bridgeport's Sikorsky: The possibility of running commercial airline service from the airport is being explored. (Fairfield Citizen)
3. Bridgeport Teacher Ordered To Stay Away From Alleged Sexual Abuse Victims (Bridgeport Daily Voice)
   
4. City mural project aims to beautify, inspire parts of Bridgeport (News 12 Bronx)
5. Bridgeport Hospital set to distribute free food to residents (WTNH.com)
6. Job program, hydroponic farm among first recipients of Bridgeport COVID aid (Middletown Press)
7. $10M of federal grant to fund Bridgeport workforce development (News 12 Connecticut)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• 1/2 Day - Fairchild Wheeler Inter-District Magnet High School (12:00 AM)
• Zoo Tots - Who Eats What - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo (10:30 AM)
• Report Card Conferences - Fairchild Wheeler Inter-District Magnet High School (12:30 PM)

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Our 30 foot tree has arrived this morning! Join us for the Mayor Ganim & the City of #Bridgeport Annual Tree Lighting. Monday, Nov. 29th 4 PM – 7 PM Enjoy food & products from local vendors, activities for children, #Santa & more!" (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 2 of our 30 DAYS OF DISCOVERY! Today we invite you to DISCOVER Immaculate High School! Learn, like, and share what you learn about this amazing school in Danbury, CT with family and friends! " (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Milu! We were sitting in the cat room today and Milu had a lot to say about still waiting for adoption. This handsome guy has a beautiful voice that he uses often to ask for attention or a treat. We think he's hilarious a..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "It's not too late to have an adorable fall photoshoot with your pet! Check out these tips for getting the best shot! https://pawsfurjoy.com/fall-dog-photoshoot-your-ultimate-guide/" (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)
• BridgeportLibrary: "Stop by at the main library this morning at 11am for Little Learners Storytime." (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "Two FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC) opened today in Bridgeport and Greenwich (Fairfield County) to help Connecticut residents affected by the remnants of Hurricane Ida. Bridgeport: Bridgeport Public Library, 925 Broad St., Bridgepor..." (Facebook)

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