Woman Sentenced In DUI Crash + Man Sentenced For Dealing Drugs

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Feb. 3.

First, today's weather:

Fog with rain and drizzle. High: 44 Low: 37.

Here are the top stories in Bridgeport today:

1. Bridgeport Woman Sentenced In DUI Crash That Killed Minister: A 39-year-old man, who worked as a minister in the community, was fatally struck by a DUI driver in Stratford, according to a report. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. Bridgeport Man Sentenced For Dealing Heroin, Fentanyl: Feds: A Bridgeport man accused of having gang connections has been sentenced to federal prison. (Bridgeport Patch)
3. Surveillance video shows thieves steal cars from Bridgeport dealership during nor'easter (News 12 Long Island)
4. Condominium in Bridgeport sells for $90,000 (The Wilton Bulletin)
5. Official: Car owner fired gun as thief drove off in Bridgeport (Fairfield Citizen)
6. 2 Bridgeport Area New Open Houses Worth Checking Out (Bridgeport Patch)
7. Bridgeport Schools Hiring For More Than 100 Jobs (Bridgeport Patch)

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Today in Bridgeport:

From my notebook:

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "DOG OF THE DAY! Rogers! Rogers can't wait to meet his forever family...but unfortunately he has been waiting. We know he will be the perfect companion to an active family out there. He's tested well with other dogs and has contagious "go..." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "This is a great example of why we celebrate our students this week--they are not only future leaders and academic scholars...they are truly full of kindness! Way to go Saint Joseph School, Danbury students!" (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: "Happy Groundhog Day! Knowing CT, we will be due for another six weeks of winter regardless of the groundhog's prediction- so stay warm everyone!" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "This album has the pictures and a brief descriptions of all the animals that BAC currently has available for adoption. All adoptions are conducted by APPOINTMENT ONLY due to COVID-19. Submit an application to animal.shelter@bridgeportct...." (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "It's Day 4 of Catholic Schools Week and we are proud to CELEBRATE OUR NATION! On National Appreciation Day for Catholic schools, students, families, educators and other Catholic school supporters communicate the value of Catholic educati..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Here at the Y, respect is one of our core values. To us that means we can honor and learn from one another's unique backgrounds, needs, abilities and potential." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Library: "Please join us next Thursday for this exciting virtual event celebrating Connecticut's Black History!" (Facebook)
• Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Bridgeport: "Signs of gratitude fill the hallways of Holy Trinity Catholic Academy today as students thank those essential workers in the community who show courage, patience, and dedication to their job, and for putting their health on the line for ..." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "New Releases! We are excited to share the first 10 videos in a new YMCA360 mental health series titled Dinner Table Resilience. Reserve some time now to watch the short videos and focus on your emotional well-being. https://buff.ly/3gpRp..." (Facebook)

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• St. James School Open House - NEW DATE! (February 6)
• The Shakespeare Market (February 6)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar (February 8)
• 2nd Annual Magical Escape Show hosted by Child Guidance Center of Southern Connecticut (February 11)
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— Chris Rhatigan

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