Bridgeport

MAYOR GANIM AND THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT ANNOUNCE THE BRIDGEPORT PROMISE PROGRAM

BRIDGEPORT, CT – Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport Board of Education have announced the launch of the Bridgeport Promise Program, a transformative new scholarship initiative designed to make college more accessible for Bridgeport students. Supported by the City of Bridgeport and key higher education partners, the program will provide qualifying graduates with financial assistance to attend participating colleges and universities across Connecticut. “When you’re talking about education, you’re talking about almost every young person in the whole city.” said Mayor Ganim. “This is why the Bridgeport Promise Program is set to commit four years of funding for Bridgeport students who qualify for financial assistance for higher education. With Superintendent Dr. Avery’s leadership, we’ve been able to accomplish a significant milestone…

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Bicyclist-Car Collide

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JBixn5X3tL4 A bicyclist and a car collided at the intersection of Norman and West Taft Avenue. The bicyclist was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. The driver of the car stopped and was cooperating with police. 2025-10-11@10:33pm-- #Bridgeport CT

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Bridgeport Firefighters Battle 2nd Structure Fire

https://youtube.com/shorts/5KGRP_IGun8?feature=share Bridgeport Firefighters were just wrapping up the last hose at the Capitol Avenue fire when another fire broke out in the 100 block of Lincoln Avenue (closer to Main Street). Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire on the 3rd floor in the rear of the building. Firefighters quickly made entry, ensuring everyone was safely out of the building. Assistant Chief Cora told us that 3 fire hoses were used in the attack and that there were no reported injuries. The fire marshal has been called to investigate the cause. The Red Cross will be attending to the displaced families' immediate needs. 2025-10-10@8:42pm -- #Bridgeport CT

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Bridgeport Structure Fire

https://youtube.com/shorts/8iiNxfN8CSw?feature=share Bridgeport Firefighters were called to a structure fire in the 1000 block of Capitol Avenue near Lincoln Boulevard. Firefighters quickly attacked the fire in the rear of the multi-family home. The quick response kept the fire contained to the first floor. Everyone made it out safely, and there were no reported injuries. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. The Red Cross was called to attend to the family's immediate needs. 2025-10-10@6:35pm -- #Bridgeport CT --#ctfire

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🎃 Bridgeport’s “Manor” on North Avenue Is a Halloween Must-See (Volume UP!)

https://youtu.be/MNbGHrG4O8U If you’re driving down North Avenue near Wood Avenue in Bridgeport, don’t miss the spooky fun happening at what locals are calling “The Manor.” This home’s yard is fully decked out for Halloween with playful ghouls, skeletons, and frightful fun that’s perfect for all ages. It’s one of those displays that makes you smile and shiver at the same time — pure Halloween spirit in the heart of the city. Maybe the creator of the Manor will post a video once everything’s lit up — we’d love to see it in all its eerie glory! Know of other fun or spooky displays in Bridgeport, Fairfield, or Stratford? Drop your favorites (and the nearest cross street) in the comments so…

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Bridgeport Crime Down 30% Year-to-Date; Q3 Shows Continued Progress Across Major Categories

The Bridgeport Police Department reports a continued decline in overall crime through the third quarter of 2025. Year-to-date (YTD) Part I crimes are down 30.25% compared to the same period in 2024 (860 vs. 1,233), with significant reductions in shootings and several major offense categories. Year-to-Date Highlights (as of Sept. 28, 2025) Total Part I Crime: 860 (↓ 30.25% from 1,233 in 2024) Murder: 2 (↓ 80%, from 10) Robbery: 86 (↓ 50%, from 172) Sexual Assault: 29 (↓ 42%, from 50) Aggravated Assault: 157 (↓ 29.28%, from 222) Burglary: 186 (↓ 29.81%, from 265) Motor Vehicle Theft: 400 (↓ 22.18%, from 514) Shooting Metrics (YTD vs. 2024) Shooting Incidents: 30 (↓ 34.78%, from 46) Non-Fatal Shooting Victims: 33 (↓…

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