Stabbing Arrest + No Shave November Ban: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Oct. 7.

First, today's weather:

Pleasant with clouds and sun. High: 74 Low: 57.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Official: One in custody after Bridgeport stabbing: The crime occurred on State Street early Wednesday morning. (CTPost)
2. Bridgeport Hospital Primary Care Center receives $250K grant for more cancer screening resources: The grant will go to the center which serves 5,000 patients each year. (News 12 Bronx)
3. Bridgeport police chief bans No Shave November cancer fundraiser CT Post)
4. Cellphone video shows fireball explosion shoot out of Bridgeport house during fire (News 12 Bronx)
5. Official: Juvenile robbed at gunpoint in Bridgeport (CTPost)
6. Water main break reported on Prince Street in Bridgeport (The Greater New Milford Spectrum)
7. Bridgeport 200 aims to give boost to city's small businesses (News 12 Bronx)

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Today in Bridgeport:

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "Our principals enjoyed some time at our annual retreat last week where Dr. Steven Cheeseman encouraged them all to Be Still...take the time to stop, reflect, and take a breathe, even for a short moment. The theme Be Still is something he..." (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "It's #WorldTeacherDay! Tell us about a teacher that made a lasting impact on your life." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "“I am grateful to our young people for choosing to become missionary disciples who believe that in Christ we can build a more just and equitable world.” -Bishop Caggiano" (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "A new session for free coding classes for kids starts in 3 weeks! There is still time to register. For more info call 203-576-7400 ext. 408" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "BAC is happy to assist with distressed wildlife, but if you find an animal in need after-hours, who do you call? BAC works closely with wildlife rehabilitators, and you can too! Click the link below to learn more about Wildlife Rehabilit..." (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Mayor Joe Ganim joins Representative Jim Himes at Bridgeport’s Arcade Mall to meet with small business owners and celebrate Bpt200." (Facebook)

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