Bridgeport

Pedestrian Struck

Police UPDATE: At approximately 9:15pm, the Bridgeport Police Department responded to the intersection of East Main Street and Bass Pro Dr to report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. The vehicle fled the scene. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. No further information at this time Report of a pedestrian struck at 200 East Main Street, right off of I-95 Exit 28 North. No report on his condition at this time. 2025-30-05@9:17PM --#Bridgeport CT

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Bridgeport Public Schools and Bridgeport Rotary Club Launch Uniform Closet Initiative for Students Across the District

Bridgeport, CT — Bridgeport Public Schools, in partnership with the Bridgeport Rotary Club, announces the launch of a district-wide School Uniform Closet initiative. This program is designed to support students in need by providing access to school uniforms at no cost, reinforcing the district’s ongoing commitment to making students its number one priority.  The initiative will begin with ten schools across the district: Barnum School, Cesar A. Batalla School, Classical Studies Academy, Wilbur Cross School, Dunbar School, Hallen School, Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy, Luis Muñoz Marín School, Waltersville School, and Columbus School.  “We recognize that students learn best when they are confident, comfortable, and prepared,” said Dr. Royce Avery, Interim Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools. “This partnership with the Bridgeport Rotary…

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Electrical Fire Displaces 9

At approximately 4:15pm, the Bridgeport Fire Department responded to the 800 block of North Avenue to a fire in the area of the electrical panel which was quickly extinguished. UI has shut power off to the structure. No reported injuries and the Fire Marshal’s office is investigating. 9 adults are being relocated by the Red Cross.

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