Bridgeport

Today, BMW of Bridgeport once again supported the community by providing lunch to EMS personnel of American Medical Response (AMR). General Manager Tim Kramer said “its a chance to give back to the hard-working men and women”. “Every day they are walking into an environment and they never know what they are walking into. It’s a risk”. Kramer said it's not an easy time, BMW of Bridgeport is practicing social distancing, providing free home test driver and deliveries and curbside service for sales, service and lease returns. Anything you need for your BMW they are here ready to serve you! You can schedule an at-home test drive and remote lease returns. Visit them online at https://www.bmwofbridgeport.com/ or call Sales: 203-334-1672…

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Black Rock Day Canceled

#Bridgeport CT--Given the current COVID -19 environment, and not knowing what the next month or so will bring us in terms of socialization – the Black Rock Community Council has decided, with a heavy heart, to cancel Black Rock Day for this year.  We do this with the utmost concern for the health and well-being of our community.   Please be assured, we are actively working on new ways to bring the community together during this time and to celebrate our wonderful neighborhood – with initiatives big and small.  So, stay tuned!   This press release was made possible by:  

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Puerto Rican Council Provides Dinner For AMR

#Bridgeport CT-- How about some likes for the Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County who provided dinner form the Original Vazzys to show their appreciation for the first responders at American Medical Response (AMR)?  Thanks to Aimee Roberts, Maria Ines Valle, Bill Schietinger, and the Puerto Rican Parade Executive Board for coordinating this event.  AMR is on the frontlines working professionally and putting themselves at risk on a daily bast and the PRPFC thanks them for their service.   Please don't rain on their parade.  I know there are other front line workers that haven't been recognized in the post.  If you want to buy lunch or dinner for them please do and send pictures and a write-up and I'll…

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ABCD Receives $20,000 Grant

#Bridgeport CT--ABCD, Inc. recently received a $20,000 grant from Fairfield County’s Community Foundation (FCCF) to help the most vulnerable in our communities pay bills during the COVID-19 crisis. ABCD plans to use the granted funds to help people most affected by the pandemic by supporting them with a one-time financial support of up to $200. With the increased cost of COVID-19 related expenses, households earning below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may be eligible for this support to pay for food insecurities, utility bills, rent payments, and childcare expenses. Interested applicants must live in Norwalk, Bridgeport, Westport, Fairfield, Stratford, Trumbull, Monroe, or Easton. Applicants may call ABCD for an appointment Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 am…

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