Project Receives Grant Funds + Games Canceled: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Dec. 29.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 41 Low: 39.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Bridgeport Project To Receive $10 Million Grant: The remediation of the Remington Arms Facility is expected to be approved. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. SHU vs. RIT games at Webster Bank Arena canceled due to COVID: The games had been scheduled for Jan. 1 and 2. (WTNH.com)
3. Rev. Moales withdraws appeal of Bridgeport church foreclosure (CTPost)
4. Bridgeport hospitals scramble to meet COVID testing demand (CTPost)

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Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Gardenia! Sweet Gardenia is blossoming here in the cat room where she feels safe, but we know the best is yet to come! We know in her forever home with a patient, kind-hearted forever family, she will bloom into the lovel..." (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: "This article can get a little technical, but it's full of great tips for amateur and pro photographers alike! Everyone loves a great picture of their dog having fun! https://www.shutterstock.com/blog/shooting-dogs-snow-photography" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Honesty helps us create spaces that are open and consistent, and allows us to build trust between one another. 👐🏽🤝 That's why honesty is one of the Y's core values. It helps us work together to build stronger communities.🤗 #honesty #..." (Facebook)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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