Today’s vehicle fire was hosted by Pella Windows and Doors as it was their truck under the Route 8/25 overpass at Main and Catherine Street. The brake fire was quickly extinguished by firefighters.
2024-08-26@5:52pm–#Bridgeport CT
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Entrapment!
Firefighters helped free a person who got their hand caught in a piece of lawn equipment. Police said the person has been transported to hospital with critical injuries.
2024-08-25@3:00pm–#Bridgeport CT
Crash!
A one car rollover accident with injuries at Madison and Geduldig Avenue.
2024-08-25@2:46pm–#Bridgeport CT
Cop Hit By Car
Overnight at 2:10 a.m., Bridgeport received a call about a car accident at Lincoln Ave and Main St. The driver hit a police officer at the scene. The car was towed, and the officer was taken to the hospital for treatment and is in stable condition. The investigation is still ongoing.
I-95 Crash
A multi-car accident on I-95 southbound at exit 21 causing delay. No word on injuries at this time.
2024-08-25 #Fairfield CT– #cttraffic
Stratford Street Takeover
Report of a street takeover in the 700 block of Ferry Boulevard. Surrounding police departments called in to assist according to unofficial radio reports.
2024-08-24@1:00AM–#Stratford CT
Bridgeport News: Bedroom Closet Fire
Firefighters quickly extinguished a fire in a bedroom closet in the 800 block of Colorado Avenue. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. There were no reported injuries.
2024-08-23@1:44pm–#Bridgeport CT– #cttraffic
2015 Barnum Festival Ringmaster Announced
Gregory J. Gnandt, 55, a philanthropist and general contractor from Trumbull, has been chosen as the 2025 Barnum Festival ringmaster. Gnandt, who revived the festival’s car show fundraiser into a popular event with concerts, food trucks, and vendors at Z-Topia in Monroe, has a long history with the festival. Growing up in Bridgeport, Fairfield, and Trumbull, the Barnum Festival was a cherished family tradition for Gnandt, who always dreamed of being the ringmaster.
Gnandt’s life has been marked by community service, including organizing the first memorial after the Sandy Hook tragedy and the Green Ribbon Ride for the victims’ families. He’s also involved in fundraising for St. Vincent’s Swim Across the Sound and is a 20-year Free Mason and Shriner.
Serving on the Barnum Festival’s board of directors for five years, Gnandt helped bring back the car show post-COVID, now a flagship event. He will focus on tradition and children’s charities as the ringmaster, with support from his wife, Peggi. The couple has big plans for 2025, aiming to blend traditional events with new ones.
Gnandt expressed his gratitude, saying, “I’m honored to receive this prestigious position,” and looks forward to keeping the festival’s tradition alive in 2025.
Harding HS Growing!
Bridgeport, CT – Harding High School, a growing institution both academically and culturally, is grappling with the challenges of increased enrollment. The school’s expanding student body has strained its existing facilities, leading to overcrowding and limitations on athletic programs.
Dr. Carmela M. Levy-David, Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools has outlined the school’s efforts to address these issues. One significant step is the conversion of three open collaborative spaces into classrooms, providing an additional 90 seats for students. This strategic move aims to alleviate the pressure on existing classroom capacity.
To further support students’ academic and personal growth, the school has also added counseling support. This increased presence of counselors will allow for more frequent interactions with students, providing them with valuable guidance and support as they navigate their educational journey.
Athletic programs at Harding High School have been particularly impacted by the overcrowding. The school’s gymnasium, originally designed for 850 students, now accommodates a student body of 1,250. This limited space has hindered the school’s ability to host state tournament games.
To address these challenges, the district is undertaking a comprehensive demographic study and a facilities master plan. These initiatives aim to identify potential locations within the city where a new sports complex can be built, serving all of the local high schools. Such a facility would provide much-needed space for athletic programs and enable the schools to host regional and state tournaments.
As Harding High School continues to evolve and grow, the district’s commitment to providing a quality education and supportive environment for its students remains unwavering. The proposed solutions, including the classroom conversion, increased counseling support, and the development of a new sports complex, reflect the district’s dedication to addressing the challenges posed by the school’s growing enrollment.
Car Hits PT Barnum Building
A car hit building 4 at PT Barnum Housing. It is unknown if there were any injuries.
2024-08-21@12:45pm–#Bridgeport CT