UPDATE: POLICE IDENTIFY VICTIM OF ROCK ATTACK

BRIDGEPORT POLICE IDENTIFY VICTIM OF WEDNESDAY ROCK ATTACK AT B.J. BROWN PARK The Bridgeport Police Department has identified the man who was attacked with a large rock and found unresponsive at B.J. Brown Park Wednesday morning. He is a 22-year-old from the East End of the city. As of Thursday afternoon, he was still in critical condition and unable to speak. The man's name is not being released. The Detective Bureau received a tip about his identity following media reports on Wednesday night. A family member confirmed who he is from a photograph. That person told Detectives he had not been home in a week. He was not reported missing. Officers were called to the park, at the intersection of…

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Two Arrested for Illegal Cannibas Sales

Two Arrested Following Investigation into Illegal Cannabis Sales at Local Vape Shop On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, members of the Special Services Division served a search warrant at A-to-Z Tobacco Vape located at 108 Connecticut Avenue. This is part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale of marijuana and THC products from A-to-Z Tobacco and Vape. Investigators located several pop-top style containers of marijuana, pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes, and KRATOM, a Schedule I narcotic. Investigators found a fake wall, which locked and unlocked with a remote-controlled magnet. A large amount of marijuana flower and THC cannabis products were located inside. Items seized were as follows: -12.5 pounds of marijuana flower and THC products -926 capsules totaling 562.6 grams of Kratom.…

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NEW OPTIONAL HOME REPAIR PROTECTION PROGRAM

City of Bridgeport and City Council Announce New Optional Home Repair Protection Program for Homeowners New Program Offers Bridgeport Homeowners Additional Protection Against Unexpected Water and Sewer Line Repair Costs at No Cost to City Taxpayers Bridgeport, CT— Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport City Council are pleased to announce the launch of a new homeowner education and protection program through SLWA Insurance Services (SLWA), an independent company and part of HomeServe North America a partnership with the National League of Cities. The program, which became available October 1, 2026, provides Bridgeport homeowners with access to optional emergency repair protection plans designed to help address unexpected and potentially costly repairs to residential water service lines, sewer lines, and interior plumbing systems.…

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Bingo Night Fundraiser in Bridgeport

The Daughters of Penelope, Chapter 41 in Bridgeport, will host a community Bingo Night at Brewport on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. The fundraiser will feature bingo, prizes, and food, with proceeds supporting the chapter’s charitable efforts. Community members are invited to enjoy a fun evening while supporting a good cause.

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