Month: July 2024

2024-07-03@10:45am–#Bridgeport CT– Police were involved in a crash at Bass Pro near Pembroke Street. There were reported minor injuries according to police.

2024-07-02@10:01pm–#Bridgeport CT– Police are investigating how 2 adults and 1 child were hit by one car on Stevens Street at Quarry Street in Bridgeport around 10pm. 1 adult male was reported to be in serious condition according to radio reports.

Camp Crafts: 11 am-2 pm. Camp out in the teen space with friends this summer and try something new or share your skills and talents with others. Drop in during craft open hours to paint, create sand art, and more. Camp dates: 7/8, 7/11, 7/15, 7/18, 7/22, 7/25, 7/29, 8/1. No registration required; while supplies last. Grades 7-13. Location: Teen Department.

7/9: 5:30-7:30 pm. Teen Tuesday: Movie Night: Barbie: Love them or not, Barbie & Ken are some of the hottest characters from 2023, so we’re having a Barbie Night. Barbie on the big screen, Barbie & Ken Bingo with cool prizes, and make your own ice cream sundaes. No registration required; for grades 7-13. Location: Lovell Room.

7/16: 3-4:30 pm: Teen Tuesday: Pokémon Party: Trainers: You’re invited to our annual Poké Party! Join us for anime, a Pokémon craft, Pokémon stickers and button-making, video gaming, and Poké snacks. Come dressed as your favorite character for the chance to win a prize. No registration required; for grades 7-13. Catch ya there! Location: Lovell Room.

7/23: 3-5 pm: Teen Tuesday: Picnic Fun in the Sun @ the Library: Let’s enjoy some fun in the sun with a picnic on the library lawn. We will have giant games, arts and crafts tables, music, and of course all the delicious things people enjoy eating at a picnic. If you have a favorite picnic blanket you want to show off, please feel free to bring it. No registration required; for grades 7-13. Location: Library lawn.

7/25: 2-3:30 pm: K-pop Party: Hang out and enjoy K-pop related activities with fellow fans. Watch music videos, listen to K-pop and dance, decorate top loaders, trade Lomo cards, sing karaoke, and try Korean snacks. No registration required; for grades 7-13. Location: Lovell Room.

7/30: 6-7:30 pm Teen Tuesday: Cupcake Decorating & Game Night: We will break out all the games (board, giant & Switch), music & karaoke. Of course, there are always snacks & tonight we will be decorating our own cupcakes! Come & kick back with your friends. No registration required; for grades 7-13. Location: Lovell Room.

Mayor Joseph P. Ganim of Bridgeport announced a grant funding of over 400 million dollars from the federal government to improve the city’s sewer system and protect the environment. Senator Blumenthal is acknowledged for his efforts in securing these funds for Bridgeport.

The mayor highlighted that these funds are crucial to ensure the proper functioning of the sewer system that treats waste from 150,000 people and protects Long Island Sound. He also acknowledged the challenges faced by the Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) regarding operations and odor and assured them of the city’s commitment to improving the situation.

This funding is significant for Bridgeport as it allows for investment in improving the city’s environmental infrastructure and quality of life for future generations. The mayor emphasized the importance of local leadership in utilizing these federal funds effectively. He mentioned that the investment will not only address water contamination issues but also improve the aesthetics of the city, leading to an increase in property values. The mayor concluded by stating the city’s commitment to securing more funding in the future.

2024-07-01@10:56pm–#Bridgeport CT– Report of a person stabbed at Wall and Main Street. This may have originally occurred in the 300 block of Water Street.

2024-07-01@10:16pm–#Bridgeport CT– A man is unconscious after being assaulted in a parking lot in the 1400 block of Reservoir Avenue.

Now a report of shots fired at 520 Trumbull Avenue.

Bridgeport, CT – This year’s Household Bulk Trash Pickup Program has returned for its second phase of the season. This program gives residents the opportunity to discard large items, such as furniture and appliances, that may be difficult to transport to the Transfer Station and are not part of regular weekly trash collection. The program will have different guidelines for removal this year, where residents will be able to discard trash on scheduled date periods specified by the Department of Public Facilities, depending on the district. This will further give residents the flexibility to have their pickup completed at a time that is most convenient for them.

Public Facilities has established a dedicated phone number for residents to be able to ask questions regarding trash pickups at 203-576-7124. A staff member will be able to accommodate all inquiries in both English and in Spanish. Residents are encouraged to visit the Household Bulk Pickup Program webpage to view the list of acceptable and unacceptable items for pickup.

Mayor Ganim stated, “As we make our way through 2024, I’m very excited to bring this program back to our residents, as this will continue to mitigate the issue of illegal dumping within our City. I was very pleased by the amount of work done by our Public Facilities staff during the Bulk Trash Pickup program last year and I’m confident that we will see a smooth removal process this year as well.”

Residents can expect Public Facilities to make two rounds of household removals at different time periods, depending on the districts they live in. If you are unsure of what district you live in, please view the Council District Map. The districts and their corresponding dates are displayed in the image.