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Coffee in hand, Bridgeport? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Bridgeport mourns CTDOT worker killed while repairing I-95
  • How Bridgeport's 1000 Lafayette Boulevard reshaped the downtown skyline
  • How hard is this weekend's nor'easter hitting Bridgeport's shoreline?

Also on today's calendar: Bigelow Tea Community Challenge and 15 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Windy; rain becoming steadier, with a high of 64 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: Periods of rain, temps: high: 63, low: 55.
  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 69 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. CTDOT Worker In Fatal Crash Was Bridgeport Resident: Mayor Ganim (patch.com) — Bridgeport is mourning CTDOT worker Elvin Hernandez, a city resident who was fatally struck while doing road work on I-95 in Fairfield. Mayor Joe Ganim and Gov. Ned Lamont offered condolences and praised transportation workers' daily risks, while state police charged a Derby man in connection with the crash.
   

2. 1000 Lafayette Boulevard: Guide to Bridgeport's Postmodern Skyscraper (news-usa.today) — Downtown Bridgeport's 1000 Lafayette Boulevard remains a key postmodern landmark in the city's commercial core, now housing The WorkPlace's headquarters. The 11‑story tower, completed in 1990, still ranks among Bridgeport's tallest buildings and anchors professional services along Lafayette Boulevard, reinforcing the strength and visibility of the local business district.
   

3. Connecticut nor'easter live updates: Power outages span the state, high wind warning expands (stamfordadvocate.com) — Bridgeport is seeing minor coastal flooding and wind gusts near 50 mph as a powerful nor'easter batters Connecticut through the weekend, with tides running more than two feet above normal. Residents across the Bridgeport area should expect intermittent heavy rain, possible power outages, and additional coastal flooding around upcoming high tides while utilities and emergency crews work to clear downed trees and restore service.
   

4. CT man faces jail time after assaulting woman who had protective order against him (courant.com) — A Bridgeport man has been convicted in New Haven Superior Court of violating a protective order and assaulting a woman he was ordered to avoid, and now faces jail time at sentencing in December. Prosecutors say he approached her at a New Haven nightclub in 2021 and struck her, despite a 100-yard no-contact order. The case follows an earlier sexual assault conviction involving the same victim.
   

5. Stamford football doubles last season's win total with dominant win over Bridgeport Central (ctpost.com) — Bridgeport Central's football team fell 39-6 on the road at Stamford, dropping the Hilltoppers to 1-2 after giving up six touchdowns and scoring only in the final seconds. Stamford's defense controlled the game, while Central now prepares to face city rival Bassick on Friday at 4 p.m. The matchup offers Bridgeport fans a quick chance to see how the team responds.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Laughter is the Best Medicine —St. Vincent's Medical Center Read on Patch
  • Prepare for the storm and flooding TODAY:
    check the American Red Cross website for prepared tips. Rent a sump pump today. Pay for it until Sunday. Be able to use your grill or camping… (Nextdoor Brooklawn)
  • hello a person posted looking for a kitten or cat to adopt I cannot find the post.
    this was a male looking for a kitten to adopt in the area; pls. reply if this is you~ty! (Nextdoor Park Ave/ Capitol Ave)
  • Allegiance Trucks, LLC posted a job opening for Parts Shipping & Receiving Associate in Bridgeport. Apply here.
  • Whole Foods posted a job opening for Flex Shopper - Part Time in Fairfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bridgeport here.

Ok Bridgeport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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