Small Business Grants + Shooting Investigation: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Tuesday, Nov. 30.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 40 Low: 33.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. City Of Bridgeport: City Officials To Announce ARPA Grant Awards Of More Than $5 Million To Small Businesses Of Bridgeport: The grants will benefit small businesses. (Press Release Desk)
2. Police: Man injured in Bridgeport shooting on Sunday: The shooting happened near Pembroke and Arctic streets. (CT Post)
3. Trial delayed for former Bridgeport councilman charged with election fraud (CT Post)
4. Bridgeport man to appear on celebrity Facebook show that promotes mental health in the Black community (Thehour.com)
5. Fairfield County Eatery Cited For 'By Far The Best Pizza In The Area' (Fairfield Daily Voice)

Today's Bridgeport Daily is brought to you by our friends at Ring, the home security company. Ring does a lot more than doorbells: check out their full suite of smart home products at Ring.com. And thank you Ring for helping to make local news happen in Bridgeport!

Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Violet! Violet came to us from a hoarding situation and she's still not so sure of her new environment (and she's still very camera-shy). She would love a home that understands her need of space, love, and patience so tha..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "We are looking for Cat Food donations! Dry Cat Food- any size, any brand. Canned Cat Food- any amount, any brand. Thank you!" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "We begin the holy season of Advent with the great HOPE it holds for all of us " (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Schools: "Immigration Information Session November 30, 2021 5:30 - 6:30 PM Central High School 1 Lincoln Blvd., Bridgeport, CT 06606" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Schools: "12 Week VIRTUAL SAT Prep Course for 11th Grade Students Classes will begin Tuesday, December 7th- March 15th and will run weekly from 3:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m Register Here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=uE3vGMKJ3EWMoQ-2..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, CT Fire Department: "Today is the day ! Mayor Ganim and the City of #Bridgeport Annual Tree Lighting & Boutique. Follow the footprints and visit some amazing destinations! Don't miss a special performance! Monday, Nov. 29th 4 PM – 7 PM #Bridgeport #Holiday" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Here is what to expect from today's food vendors! Make sure to come out & support these small businesses #holidayseason #shoplocal #celebrate" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "This year, children found a safe space to learn, play and discover afterschool. We need your help to continue this work. Please give to the Y’s Annual Campaign. https://buff.ly/2YNZ30T #GivingTuesday" (Facebook)

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Add your business here

Events:

• Concert Brings Paul McCartney Music to Edmond Town Hall Theater Dec 3 (December 3)
• A WINTER BALLET 2021 - Nutcracker and Original Holiday Magic (December 4)
• 2nd Annual Journey Expo (December 4)
• A WINTER BALLET 2021 - NUTCRACKER Saturday, December 4th @ 1pm or 7pm (December 4)
• The Whispering Tree and Ash & Eric Double Bill at Voices Cafe (December 4)
• Add your event

Announcements:

• FREE CNA Classes Forming Now (Details)
• Add your announcement

Gigs & services:

• Real Estate Agent Delaney Smith (Details)
• Add your gig or service

Job listings:

• Tax Preparer (Details)
• Avery Abrasives-is looking for Industrial Electrician-Part time - (Details)
• Add your job listing

If you're into these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Chris Rhatigan

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

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Bridgeport Daily? I'm all ears. You can contact me at bridgeport@patch.com.