Marina Owner Sentenced: Feds + Pepper Spray Attack: Report

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Oct. 26.

First, today's weather:

Rain, some heavy. High: 61 Low: 54.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Former Bridgeport Marina Owner Sentenced In Boat Scheme: Feds: John Magness formerly owned Bluefish Cove Marina. The sale of the business prompted the boat sinking scheme, according to prosecutors. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. 2 Injured In Bridgeport Beer Bottle Assault: Police: An assault with a beer bottle at a Bridgeport bar led to one person being hospitalized. (Bridgeport Patch)
3. Man Used Pepper Spray In Bridgeport Business: Report: A man has been charged with using pepper spray on employees at a Fairfield Avenue business, according to a report. (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Judge: Bridgeport church under foreclosure must be vacated (CTPost)
5. Bridgeport schools' signature Read Aloud Day returns in person (Westport News)
6. Does Bridgeport mayor need an aide to fill in for him at events? (CTPost)

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• Parent Conference (Events) - New Beginnings Inc Family Academy District (12:00 AM)

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• Bridgeport, CT Fire Department: "During the month of October, Bridgeport Fire crews were training on multi-unit aerial operations focusing on first and second due Ladder Company priorities as they arrive on the fire ground. #BridgeportBravest #bridgeportfire #bridgeportct" (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Please remember to include your proof of homeownership or notarized letter from your landlord or your application will not be reviewed for approval! Email animal.shelter@bridgeportct.gov" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "During Dr. Cheeseman's visit to St. James School, Stratford he signed the Middle School Charter developed by the 8th graders. It’s now an official Diocesan document and the students couldn't be any more excited!" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Hey #Bridgeport, join us! Light Up the Night Cancer Awareness Walk Newfield Park Friday Oct 30 at 6pm East End NRZ Market & Café #CancerWalk #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Are you the type to put your dog in sweaters as soon as you step on the first crunchy leaf? Yeah uhm- of course...Neither are we.... ...But if you were, you'd check out this list of super fashionable sweaters for your dog. https://www.pu..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "We appreciate the turnout to our open house event! Many guests participated and were introduced to our programs. It was nice to meet you! #foryouthdevelopment" (Facebook)

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