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Connect-Bridgeport Wishes You a Happy Juneteenth

The staff of Connect-Bridgeport and the Greater Bridgeport Convention & Visitors Bureau hopes you make the most of...

By Connect-Bridgeport Staff June 19, 2026 12:00 AM EST in News

Annual Bridgeport United Methodist Men's Benedum Open Golf Tournament Set for Aug. 9 at Bel Meadow

Posted on June 19, 2026

The 13th annual Bridgeport United Methodist Men’s Benedum Open will be held on Sunday, August 9, 2025, at the Bel Me...

Olivia Insani Perske is Named Inaugural West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival Singer of the Year

Posted on June 19, 2026

Olivia Insani Perske is the winner of the inaugural 2026 West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival (WVIHF) Singer of the...

Almost Heaven BBQ Bash is this Weekend at Buckhannon's Jawbone Park

Posted on June 18, 2026

West Virginia's largest barbecue festival – The Almost Heaven BBQ Bash – takes place Thursday through...

Harrison-Taylor 911 Honors Director Paul Bump as He has Served on Public Safety Front for 41-Plus Years

Posted on June 18, 2026

This month, the Harrison-Taylor 911 celebrated an incredible milestone and recognize who they described as a true leader i...

New City Pool Policy for Youth Ages 12 to 17 Attending without Parent or Guardian has been Well Received

Posted on June 18, 2026

Bridgeport Interim City Manager Joe Shuttleworth told members of City Council at the June 8 meeting that a new policy...

City Facing Pickleball Court Damage Issues as Well as Vandalism; Rules for Facility have been Listed

Posted on June 18, 2026

FROM THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT Our pickleball courts are a tremendous community asset, and unfortunately, w...

One Person Transported for Treatment as Crews from Multiple Agencies Battle Residential Structure Fire

Posted on June 18, 2026

According to WBOY, crews from multiple fire departments worked to put out a fire near Grafton late Tuesday. ...

Early Memory Concern Evaluations Critical as Rapid Innovation Driving Advances in Treating Alzheimer’s

Posted on June 18, 2026

New therapies, innovative diagnostic tools, and ongoing research at WVU Medicine are changing the landscape of Alzheim...

City Police Get Assist on Work through Task Force on Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Selling Fentanyl

Posted on June 18, 2026

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE U.S. ATTORNEY, NORTHER DISTRICT OF WEST VIRGINIA A co-conspirator in a fenta...

Local Man who Ran Harrison County Family Business, Community Leader, Charles Johnston, Passes at 79

Posted on June 18, 2026

Charles Duncan “Johnny” Johnston III, 79, of Currey Farms near Salem, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 16...

Tourism Department Event a Quick Road Trip on West Virginia Day at Capitol Complex Set for Family Fun

Posted on June 17, 2026

The West Virginia Department of Tourism invites residents and visitors to celebrate West Virginia Day on Saturday, Jun...

Work Taking Place at Pickleball Facility at Lakes Set to Add Needed Amenity as More Upgrades on the Way

Posted on June 17, 2026

For fans of the new pickleball facility at Deegan and Hinkle Lakes Park, there is more good news. W...

Bridgeport Police Offer Safety Tips as Latest Summer Bear Sighting Reported Near Residential Community

Posted on June 17, 2026

FROM THE BRIDGEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT Bear Safety Reminder for Bridgeport Residents The Brid...

Clarksburg Police Department Warns of Local Scam

Posted on June 17, 2026

FROM THE CLAKSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT Scammers have recently been calling and presenting themselves...

Bridgeport Farmers and Makers Market to Feature Dunk Tank for Father's Day Fun

Posted on June 17, 2026

Bridgeport Farmers and Makers Market is recognizing Father’s Day in a big way. Market Manager Perris Reed encourages...

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