Driver In Hit-And-Run ID'd: Report + Hospital Capacity Update

Bridgeport CT

19 January, 2022

3:49 PM

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Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Thursday, Jan 20. First, today's weather: Colder; morning snow, 1-2". High: 36 Low: 12. Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport: Driver In Fatal Bridgeport Hit-And-Run Identified: Report: Police have identified a driver and seized a vehicle in connection with a hit-and-run last week. (Bridgeport Patch)Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Bridgeport Area: Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Fairfield County and across CT. (Bridgeport Patch) Bridgeporter's candle business grows thanks to TikTok, pandemic: 'It was wild' (Danbury News Times) Police: Racing led to crash that killed former Bridgeport state senator (CTPost) Today's Bridgeport Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Bridgeport: Board Meeting (Events) - Park City Prep Charter School District (5:00 PM) From my notebook: Nextdoor Neighbor, Trumbull: "I got mines and it ends today so hurry on asap to get yours free in the mail. - Today only! 🚨4 FREE Covid Home Tests - LIVE NOW! Request yours here: https://m.community.com/cUXAQF... If you need backup tests, get more here: ..." (Nextdoor) Sergeant Michael Stahl, Fairfield Police Department: "KAYAKERS RESCUED ON LONG ISLAND SOUND: - On January 18, 2022, at approximately 12:39 PM, the Fairfield Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call from a kayaker on the Long Island Sound requesting assistance after he and his fri..." (Nextdoor) Nextdoor Neighbor, Black Rock: "Looking for a multi-fam rehab call 203-913-9253 - Stacey Kane DiDio #YourNextdoorRealtor" (Nextdoor) Nextdoor Neighbor, Park Ave/ Capitol Ave: "Order now test kits for free they opened a day early - https://www.covidtests.gov/" (Nextdoor) Nextdoor Neighbor, Charcoal Pond: "Anyone else having upload speed issues with Altice/Optimum. - Mine started on the 17th" (Nextdoor) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Opening Night Conversation: ink/stone and Seeing is Believing (January 20) WareHouse Thrift $10 Fill a Bag Sale! (January 21) Estate Sale - Entire contents of home (January 22) Estate Planning Seminar (January 25) St. James School Open House - Join us! (January 30) SEEK22 Focus (February 4) Add your event For sale: 2015 Mercedes GLK 350 for sale - $27,995 (Details) Add your item Job listings: Avery Abrasives-is looking for Industrial Electrician-Part time - (Details) Add your job listing Loving the Bridgeport Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. See you all tomorrow for another update! — Chris Rhatigan About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor.