Online Registration For COVID Tests + Car Accidents

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Friday, Dec. 31.

First, today's weather:

Fog in the morning; cloudy. High: 49 Low: 45.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Bridgeport opens registration portal for free COVID at-home test kits: The city expects to distribute 15,000 tests. (CTPost)
2. Officials: Multiple people injured in two separate car accidents in Bridgeport Wednesday: The crashes injured several people Wednesday night. (News 12 Connecticut)
3. Hospital Capacity In Bridgeport Area: See Latest Numbers (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Bridgeport Area Weekend Events: Check Out What's Happening (Bridgeport Patch)
5. Bridgeport: 2 Freshest Homes To Hit The Market (Bridgeport Patch)
6. Pet Adoption In The Bridgeport Area: New Dogs, Cats Added This Week (Bridgeport Patch)
7. Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo Receives Neighborhood Assistance Act Grant From Avangrid Foundation (Press Release Desk)

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Today in Bridgeport:

• New Year's Eve Bash at Boca Oyster Bar (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "The City of Bridgeport will distribute Take Home COVID Test Kits to residents & partner agencies as part of the statewide effort to decrease long lines and provide COVID tests in each municipality. Dates for distribution of the Kits rema..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, CT Fire Department: "The City of Bridgeport will distribute Take Home COVID Test Kits to residents & partner agencies as part of the statewide effort to decrease long lines and provide COVID tests in each municipality. Dates for distribution of the Kits rema..." (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Wondering when to get tested? With so many testing options, knowing when to go can be confusing. Anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 should now get tested for the virus immediately. #bridgeport #GetTestedBPT" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "You know what your Thursday needs? Weird dog facts! https://www.dogingtonpost.com/weird-facts-about-dogs/" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Our family nights are all about having fun with the people you love. It's the perfect opportunity to strengthen your relationship and meet other families. 👨🏽‍👦🏽‍👦🏽🌽🎳🎭 Check our web site and program guide to see what's happening ..." (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Ain't Too Proud - Have two tickets for Broadway production of Ain't Too Proud for Wednesday, January 5, 2022, 2:00 PM matinee. Orchestra Center, Row L. Paid $159 for each. Looking to sell for $225 for the pair. Original Cast. Show c..." (Nextdoor)

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• Ring In the New Year With 15 Percent Off Beautiful Blooms From FTD! (December 31)
• The Shakespeare Market (January 2)
• REGISTER for Session 2 DANCE Classes NOW - FREE Trial Classes & Studio Tours COVID Safe Studio (January 4)
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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— Chris Rhatigan

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