Tax Cut For Developer + Police Recruits: Bridgeport News

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

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 47 Low: 42.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Bridgeport council committees back 12-year tax cut for Steelpointe: The developer is seeking to build high-end apartments. (CTPost)
2. 12 recruits start training to join Bridgeport PD: The 30-day training period includes rigorous physical training and community engagement. (CTPost)
3. Where to get a free COVID test kit in greater Bridgeport, Valley (CTPost)
4. Bridgeport: 3 Latest Homes To Hit The Market (Bridgeport Patch)

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Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport Public Library: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "The Preschool Christmas Pageant 2021 at St. Catherine of Siena School, Trumbull was another angelic performance! 💙🌟" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "MINA (0317) Hey everyone I’m Mina! I’m a 3 year old female domestic shorthair ready for my new home. I’ve been having a blast climbing the cat trees and exploring the cat room- and I do love my catnip! If I’m your type of gal- ask about ..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Looking for a dog trainer? Check out these tips on how to pick the right one for you and your pet. https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/training/a-guide-to-choosing-the-best-dog-trainer-for-you-and-your-dog/" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "You know what to do! Who was your first pet? What made them so special?" (Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Bridgeport Northend: "Her name is Nala,indoor cat,two years old this is the first time she got out. - Please help me looking around for her I miss her so much 😭😭" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Railroad Ave: "This little guy has been in my yard eating my grass. - If he belongs to anyone please contact me. If no one responds by Thursday I will contact the pound. He’s cute but I can’t keep him." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Brooklawn: "When I got simba, she was a happy active kitten. - Fast foward a few months later I noticed she started sneezing and wheezing, it was scary. I thought she would'nt make it. After going to numerous vets, and getting the wrong care she was..." (Nextdoor)

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— Chris Rhatigan

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