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2 'Paint with Jenny' Classes Upcoming at Benedum Civic Center

A pair of 'Paint with Jenny' classes are upcoming at the Benedum Civic Center on North Main Street in Bridgeport....

By Connect-Bridgeport Staff October 30, 2026 12:30 AM EST in Community

Photos: Trick-or-Treat with the Scarecrows 2026

Posted on October 28, 2026

An estimated 350 kids and their families strolled Main Street Sunday afternoon, visiting the Associated Businesses of Brid...

Off the Shelf: Prepping For the Holidays at the Library

Posted on October 28, 2026

October is wrapping up, and we’re heading into the busiest time of the year. Holiday parties, and family get-togethe...

Immaculate Conception Parish Nurse Ministry Holding its Annual Health Fair, Open to Public, October 31

Posted on October 27, 2026

The Immaculate Conception Parish Nurse Ministry is holding their Annual Health Fair on Saturday, October 31 from 10 am...

Pierpont Bringing Pet Parade, Pet Wash to Clarksburg in Early November

Posted on October 23, 2026

As they prepare for careers in veterinary medicine, students in Pierpont Community & Technical College’s Vet...

Born & Bred Unveils New Public Mural at Robinson Court & Pike Street Studio

Posted on October 23, 2026

A new chapter in Shinnston’s creative landscape is emerging in the alley beside the Born & Bred studio at Robins...

Photos: 'Shred Day' A Success in City of Bridgeport

Posted on October 23, 2026

You brought it, they shredded it. Take a look at Joe LaRocca's photos from the 10th annual "Shred Day"....

'Christmas in Taylorville' Brings Taylor Swift's Music Live to Robinson Grand

Posted on October 22, 2026

Taylorville, a full-production Taylor Swift tribute band, will play the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center, 444 W. Pike...

Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Hosting 3rd Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest

Posted on October 21, 2026

It’s time to carve those pumpkins and again this year, your creations can be displayed and in the running for a...

Off the Shelf: Roots and Readers Closing Later This Month

Posted on October 21, 2026

by Elizabeth Miller Fall is here, but the Bridgeport Public Library isn’t done with their com...

FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Open at Bridgeport Municipal Complex for All Harrison County Residents

Posted on October 20, 2026

A FEMA Disaster Recovery Center at Bridgeport City Hall opened today, Tuesday, October 20, from noon to 5 p.m., offeri...

Ribbon Cutting Held for New Pizza Food Truck

Posted on October 20, 2026

Rick Johnson’s tasty pursuits have come to fruition. “I’ve always had a huge passion for pizza and cooking in ge...

Platinum Suites Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on Thompson Drive

Posted on October 16, 2026

Platinum Suites has already been in place at 102 Thompson Drive next to Big Lots for a little while, but owner Cory Groves...

Photos: Bridgeport StoryWalk Annual Doggie Treat Trail & Contest Held

Posted on October 16, 2026

The Bridgeport StoryWalk Annual Doggie Treat Trail & Contest was held recently and Joe LaRocca and his camera wer...

Harrison County History Hop Offers Opportunities for Visiting 13 Historic County Locations

Posted on October 14, 2026

The Historic Preservation Alliance for Harrison County is inviting residents to spend a weekend discovering some of the mu...

Off the Shelf: Dolly Days

Posted on October 14, 2026

The world lost someone special when Dolly Parton passed this year. To celebrate her legacy helping...

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